To Kill a Kingdom

The crew of the Saad return to Midas with Elian. The land, buildings, and even the ocean around Midas seem to glitter a golden color. According to rumor, Elian and the rest of the royal family even have golden hearts and golden blood. Each of the royal families of the 100 kingdoms has a legend like this attached to it: a special ability or attribute that sets them apart from other people. Elian’s crew, who know the importance of this legend, keep secret that Elian’s blood is simply red.

Elian meets with his family in the throne room, and his parents give him a bracelet to express happiness that he’s home. King Radames, his father, wants Elian to take his duties to Midas more seriously, as he will be king one day. However, Elian’s little sister Amara wants to become queen more than he wants to become king. The king also admonishes Elian for his desire to roam the seas hunting sirens. The queen tells Elian to get some rest for the ball, which they have planned in his honor for the following day.