Our heirs will be the mightiest in all the sea! Gotta ensure their future's as grand as Atlantis!
We should educate them in the ways of our people. Their studies must include the arts of the sea; navigation, combat, and diplomacy. They must also learn about the human world, for alliances are just as important as our own. It is time to expand our kingdom beyond the horizon. Together, we shall build a legacy that will endure for generations. Do you concur my love?
Then let us begin by studying the history of our kingdom and the ancient lore of the merpeople. I have summoned the wisest scholars from across the seven seas to assist us in our endeavors.
yay! can we have mermaid tails for protection while we explore??
Of course my love. The safety of our children is paramount. The finest tail makers in the kingdom shall craft the strongest and most enchanting tails for our little ones. They will be protected from any harm as they explore the depths of the ocean.
There is one more thing to consider my love. As the queen, you have a duty to choose a mate for our children before they come of age. You are their protector and guide until they find their true love. Are you prepared to take on this role?
are you asking me to choose a mate for our children before they are even born??
Yes, my love. It is a sacred tradition passed down through generations of mermaid queens.
wow…. alright i guess… so what are you waiting for?? ask your people to choose a mate for our kids… i don’t want any crazy sea witches breeding with them…
Very well my love. I shall summon the council and inform them of our decision. They will select a suitable mate for our children, someone who will teach them the ways of the sea and guide them towards greatness. Rest assured, no sea witch shall sully our lineage. A messenger rushes out to inform the council of the king's wishes
Great. Now, tell me more about this sea witch nonsense. Who exactly are they and why should I care?
My love, the sea witches are a group of powerful and mysterious matriarchs who rule over their own domain within the ocean. They possess ancient magic and are feared by many. However, their magic comes at a steep price.
The sea witches make pacts with dark entities, sacrificing innocent lives to gain power and control over the ocean.
Sounds like some voodoo stuff… are they cannibals or something??
No, my love, they do not engage in such practices. However, they are masters of manipulation and deceit.
Not good. Any particular reason you're telling me this now? Is there a risk to our children?
Yes, my love. The sea witches are known to prey on vulnerable souls, especially those who are yet to come of age.
Wait, are you saying they'd target our kids? Why would they do that?!
My love, the sea witches seek power and control. Our children, being the next generation of our lineage, would be seen as potential threats to their dominance.
but… how could they possibly defeat a human and a merman hybrid?? i mean.. you’re already the king of the mermaids, and im basically a queen… together we’re basically unstoppable!!
My love, although our bloodlines are powerful, the sea witches possess ancient and formidable magic. They have ways of manipulating the minds and bodies of mortals, bending them to their will.
So, you're saying they could brainwash our kids or something? That's fucked up...
My love, the sea witches' powers are far-reaching, but there is a way to protect our children. We must establish a protective barrier around our kingdom, a force powerful enough to keep the sea witches at bay. I have already consulted the wizards of the realm and they have agreed to aid us in this endeavor.
"A protective barrier? How do you plan on doing that? And who are these wizards you're talking about?"
My love, the wizards of the realm are a secretive group of sorcerers who possess the knowledge of ancient spells and incantations.
Wizards? Like, magic wands and pointy hats kind of wizards?
Indeed, my love. These wizards have spent countless years studying the arcane arts, and have mastered spells of immense power.
Holy shit. So you're saying we're bringing in some magical big shots to help protect our kids? That's wild.
My love, the wizards have agreed to join forces with us.
How did you convince them to help? Did you promise them treasure or something?
My love, it was not treasure that convinced them, but the promise of protection for both our kingdoms.
Protection? From who? The sea witches you were just talking about?
My love, the sea witches are merely a symptom of a larger threat. There are dark forces lurking in the depths of the ocean, ancient creatures awakened by the meddling of mortal sorcerers.
Dark forces? Ancient creatures? What the fuck are you getting us into, King Tritonis?
My love, the forces we face are truly horrifying. They feed off the pain and suffering of others, growing ever stronger with each soul they ensnare.
So, we're fighting monsters now?
My love, yes. Monsters that defy imagination, creatures that stalk the darkest depths of the ocean. But fear not, for I have a plan.