Hitesh KS
Mountain Lion Attack
Quick Summary
This ambient scene is set along a secluded hiking trail near Cassidy Creek in Raton Canyon, where a mountain lion has ambushed two hikers. The aftermath unfolds with one hiker lying lifeless beside a dropped torch, while the other scrambles to safety atop a boulder, her flashlight fixed on the predator below. The scene uses minimal props and creates strong emotional impact through foggy atmosphere, subtle lighting, and environmental storytelling. It offers players a rare and immersive wilderness moment in GTA V.
Scene Showcase | 22-Second Cinematic
Location
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Area: Cassidy Trail, near Cassidy Creek in Raton Canyon
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Coordinates: X: -1371, Y: 4324
Landmark:
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Whitewater river bend with visible rapids and rocks
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Part of the broader Raton Canyon hiking zone.
Scene Overview
This ambient scene takes place along a remote stretch of Cassidy Trail, beside the rushing waters of Cassidy Creek. The aftermath of a mountain lion attack is depicted with minimal but impactful environmental cues.
One hiker lies dead near the riverbank with a dropped flashlight and blood splatter, while a second, surviving hiker has scrambled onto a nearby rock for safety, visibly shaken and alert. The nighttime setting, soft fog, and flowing creek enhance the isolation and danger of the moment. There are no vehicles or artificial lights beyond what the hikers brought, giving the scene a raw, untamed atmosphere.
Mountain Lion Attack Scene | 20 Sec
World and Population Setup
Victim Zone
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One male hiker lying motionless near the riverbank, showing signs of fatal injuries.
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Flashlight dropped near the body with visible blood around the rocks.
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Backpack and camping gear scattered slightly nearby.
Survivor Zone
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A second hiker (female) positioned on a large boulder above the path, visibly alert and scared.
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Her flashlight beam pointed at the area below, suggesting fear of returning down.
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Minimal movement, depicting a frozen or cautious state.
Ambient Wildlife & Extras
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No other NPCs nearby, isolation enhances wilderness immersion.
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Background ambient sounds include distant animal calls, creek rush, and wind.
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No rescue units or hikers present; scene relies on raw survival tone.
Mountain Lion Behavior
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The mountain lion stands near the deceased hiker, exhibiting passive-aggressive stance.
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Occasionally paces or looks around, giving a feeling of uncertainty and tension.
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Does not attack again but remains close to the victim, maintaining presence.
Environment
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Remote dirt trail alongside Cassidy Creek, surrounded by steep canyon cliffs.
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Nighttime setting with light fog and ambient sounds of water and wind.
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A small rapid or stream-like water feature adds motion and natural audio.
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Natural lighting only, no streetlights or artificial elements added.
Design Goals:
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Create a high-tension wilderness moment:
Deliver a rare and emotionally charged encounter that reflects the danger of nature without relying on mission triggers.
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Use minimal assets for maximum emotional impact
Focus on placement, body language, and lighting instead of clutter or complex props.
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Highlight systemic wildlife behavior
Showcase GTA V’s ambient animal AI in a realistic way without forcing combat or scripted sequences.
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Leverage isolation and natural beauty
Make players feel the contrast between the calm, scenic environment and the sudden, tragic incident.
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Encourage passive storytelling through environment
Let players interpret the sequence of events using visual clues like gear, blood trails, flashlight angles, and NPC positions.
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Avoid traditional emergency or law enforcement response
This is not a rescue scene, it emphasizes the raw, untouched nature of the area, reinforcing solitude and realism.
Media Gallery:
Documentation:
A detailed breakdown of design choices, NPC logic, asset placements, and ambient systems used in the scene. This document offers behind-the-scenes insight into how realism and world logic were carefully crafted.
This PDF includes:
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Location coordinates and real-world reference
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Scene summary and environmental context
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Purpose and overall design goals
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NPC roles, behavior, and placement logic
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Scene composition and spatial layout
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Intended player experience and emotional impact
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Creative design decisions (lighting, weather, asset use)
Asset List (XML File)
This file contains all objects, props, NPCs, and vehicles used in the scene, including coordinates, headings, and variation data. It's a raw data reference for how the scene is assembled in-game using Menyoo and Map Editor.
Ideal for technical reviewers, scripters, and designers looking to understand asset-level worldbuilding.