The astronaut stood on the edge of the crater, looking down at the creature. It was the size of a small mountain, with a body that was covered in sharp spikes. Its head was a mass of tentacles, and its eyes were a deep, glowing red. The astronaut knew that he should be afraid, but he was too fascinated to move. The creature let out a roar, and the astronaut was thrown back by the force of it. He landed on his back, and the creature was standing over him. The astronaut closed his eyes, waiting for the end. But then, he heard a voice. "Don't be afraid," the voice said. "I won't hurt you." The astronaut opened his eyes and saw a woman standing in front of him. She was tall and beautiful, with long, flowing hair. She was wearing a white dress, and she had a kind smile on her face. "Who are you?" the astronaut asked. "I am the guardian of this place," the woman said. "I have been waiting for you." "What do you want with me?" the astronaut asked. "I want you to help me," the woman said. "I need you to save this world." "Save it from what?" the astronaut asked. "From the darkness," the woman said. "It is coming, and only you can stop it." "I don't understand," the astronaut said. "You will," the woman said. "In time, you will understand everything." The woman turned and walked away, and the astronaut was left alone. He stood up and looked at the creature. He knew that he had to help the woman, but he didn't know how. He took a deep breath and stepped forward.