- [mysterious music playing] - [fire crackling]
- [Gretchen panting, crying out] - [Drew snarling]
- [intense music playing] - [Gretchen cries out]
[Drew snarling, huffing]
[Gretchen whimpers]
[Drew snarling]
[gasps]
[Drew pants, growls]
[Gretchen screams]
Get away from her!
- [fire whooshing] - [Hector] Drew!
[Drew growling]
You don't want to do this, Drew!
All right, maybe you do. [yelps]
[Drew snarling]
[roars]
[intense music continues]
Drew, it's me!
I'm your friend, Drew.
[Drew roars]
I'm with you.
I'll always be with you. And I know you won't hurt me.
I'm not going anywhere. I'm right here.
- [Drew snarls] - Listen to my voice.
Calm the Wolf.
[Drew growls softly]
[grunts]
[Hector] It's over.
[limbs creaking]
[Drew grunting]
[growls]
[groans, pants]
[panting] Hector?
Gretchen?
[groans]
- I didn't… I wouldn't-- - Well, you nearly did!
- [huffs] - [footsteps departing]
- I'm sorry. - No problem.
What are friends for? [chuckles] You look like you need to sit…
[body thuds]
[eerie music playing]
[somber music playing]
[sighs heavily]
By all that the earth and seas obey,
my Erin.
I will see you again someday.
[sobbing]
I need to find someone to help me before I really hurt someone.
- You think this Shark guy is the one? - Count Vega?
I'm not sure a pirate is the best role model.
He's the only one I've got.
So, we're scouring every port for your fishy friend now?
Hm, great.
I prefer the plan where I go home, become queen, and live happily ever after.
[Drew sighs] Hector?
I do like the sound of happily ever after…
But leave it to me. I'm a magister. I know how to find Count Vega.
[intriguing music playing]
Excuse me!
Does anyone know where I might be able to find a Shark called Vega?
Anyone?
Um… he's a count. He's a Shark.
[sighs] All Hallow's Bay. It's exactly as my mum described.
Did she describe the smell too?
Oh, she speaks. You've been ignoring me for two days.
Quite an achievement, stuck in the same tiny wagon.
I know better than to provoke a caged animal.
- [sighs] Come on. Give us your hand. - Why? So you can use it as a chew toy?
[Drew sighs]
[Gretchen exhales sharply]
- [indistinct chattering] - [horse whinnies]
Thank you. No, no, I'm trying to find a Shark, not a chicken.
I mean, it's a lovely chicken…
- [punch thuds] - [man yells, grunts]
[door slams shut]
Right. If we're looking for a sailor, we should probably try the inn.
[Gretchen] Hmm.
- [raucous music playing] - [woman] I've been waiting for this.
[woman laughing]
[patrons stop speaking]
- [single note plays] - [Drew chuckles nervously]
[man 1] That's right.
[music resumes]
[man 2] This is it.
[arm wrestlers grunting]
[clears throat]
Excuse me, barman, sir. I wonder if you can help me.
Oi! Has anyone lost a short, weird, posh lad?
[patrons laughing boisterously]
We're trying to find a captain named Vega.
Apparently, posh lad comes with a farm boy in need of a bath.
Any takers?
[raucous laughter]
How about a barman who is likely to lose his head
for mocking a princess and her servants?
Servants?
[dramatic music playing]
[sighs] Fine. Shark's around. Usually comes in at high tide.
Was that so hard? Now, I think you owe an apology to my staff.
Well, that ain't happening. [grunts]
- I'm sorry. - [Gretchen] Mm.
Is there any food available? We've been traveling for two days solid.
For that, you'd be lucky to get a mug of dishwater.
[fingers tapping]
But I'll see what I can do.
"Princess"? Shouldn't we be keeping our heads down?
I've got nothing to hide. You do what you want.
I'm gonna raise some cash.
How? Gretchen, how?
- [intense music playing] - [gate creaking]
[horse whinnies]
[birds screech]
Remember. This is the Lion's den.
While we're here, you need to be on your best behavior.
[scoffs] I'm not afraid of the Lion and his cub.
- [creature roars] - [horse whinnies]
[ominous music playing intensely]
[King Leopold] As soon as the gates close, bring the Bear to me.
Your Majesty.
- [Gretchen grunts] - [man] No!
All right, losers. Better luck next time. Where's my prize?
- [man gasps] - [coins clink]
[Gretchen giggles]
- [Hector gasps] - Uh, we didn't order that.
[man 2] My compliments.
You both look hungry, and I always like to help out strangers in need.
- [Drew and Hector gasp] - [man 2] I'd suggest avoiding the crab.
Huh. Too late.
I heard you were looking for Vega.
I know where you can find him.
Where?
First, I need to know two things.
Why are you looking for him, and, more importantly,
how much are you paying?
There. Found the Shark yet?
[man 2 chuckles]
I can see who the real leader of your motley crew is.
Count Vega is mysterious, unknowable. Like a ghost of the sea.
Impossible to find un--
- [man 3] Vega! - [friends gasp]
You owe me money.
- Vega? - Vega?
This guy is our last great hope?
- [Vega chokes] - [man 3 growls]
[muffled] Excuse me for one moment.
- [Vega grunts] - [man 3 groans]
[both men grunting]
[panting] I apologize for the rudeness of the locals.
Count Vega of the Cluster Isles. At your service.
[men snarling]
Shall we?
[adventurous music playing]
[Hector] How can we trust this guy?
Do we have a choice?
So, what is it you children really want?
We're not children.
This is your ship, isn't it?
I haven't seen that trinket for a very long time.
My version is a little larger.
[epic music plays]
[Hector] The Maelstrom.
Wow.
We should continue our discussions on board,
before our friend from the inn fetches his bigger, uglier friends.
Let's go.
- I'm staying. - What? Wha--
I've won enough money to buy passage anywhere.
[splutters] Where will you go?
Back to my life, I suppose.
What? You still want to be Lucas's queen? You know what he is.
What's the alternative?
Scraping the barrel with pirates and farm boys?
- Fine. If that's what you want. - It is. [exhales]
[sighs] Look. I'm sorry I scared you.
It takes more than a feral pup to scare me.
[whistles]
Are you sure you'll be all right?
I'll be fine.
Look after Drew.
Someone has to.
We need to move. Now. Chop-chop.
[suspenseful music playing]
Keep your eyes down and your mouth shut.
- What if-- - There are no what-ifs in Leopold's court.
[music intensifies ominously]
He took my bride hostage and Vankaskan's apprentice!
When I get my claws into that Wolf, I'll tear his throat out!
The prince grows more bloodthirsty by the day, brother.
Yes, he's coming along nicely.
[Prince Lucas grunts] What are they playing at?
We should've found him by now! We have to--
Duke Bergan of Brackenholme and the Lady Whitley.
[sighs] My king.
Welcome to the kingdom of Westland, Duke Bergan.
Why hasn't the Wolf been found yet?
- Has your daughter been helping him? - What?
There's no need for bad blood, especially with a wedding on the horizon.
How do you have a wedding with no bride?
- Did you say something? - [Duke Bergan] No. She did not.
Good. Because as the Lady Whitley is Gretchen's cousin,
- I was thinking she could be bridesmaid. - What?
Soon enough she'll need to be married off herself,
if anyone'd have her.
- [Whitley huffs] - [Duke Bergan growls]
What do you say, Father?
Hmm. What could be more fitting?
After all, this wedding will make us one extended family.
What do you say, Bergan?
[somber music playing]
[sighs] It would be her honor, my king.
[Whitley sighs]
[King Leopold growls lowly]
Welcome to The Maelstrom! Fastest ship on the White Sea.
That's it, lads! Stow the spyr wine. We've got a tide to catch.
Wait. Where are we going?
Somewhere safer than here.
Ah! Put that in my cabin.
Before we leave, Captain, there's something I need to tell you.
[Vega] Here, boy. Meet Drew.
He's got Werepowers, is the most wanted criminal in Lyssia,
and the rightful King of Westland.
- [Drew] How did you know? - Word travels quickly on the winds.
And the wanted posters all over town were a giveaway.
[Drew] Can you help me? Can you teach me how to control my Wolf?
[chuckling] Of course,
and then when you storm Highcliff, with my pirate fleet in full sail,
you can take from the Lions what they took from you, with interest.
- But first, you should duck. - Hm? [cries out]
I'll pay you for the spyr wine next time.
I swear by the good name of Count Vega, Pirate Lord of the Cluster Isles!
[grunts]
- The locals get worse every year. - [Drew chuckles]
Yeah, you better run, Vega. Wait till I see you again.
You won't know what's hit ya!
[scoffs] I am not wearing that, bridesmaid or not. Ugh.
[sighs] It's a small price to pay.
We can't ensure our safety, our people's safety,
if we throw the Lions' hospitality back in their faces.
Mm-hmm. Yeah. Watch me.
- [grunts] - [Duke Bergan groans]
[water splashes]
[Prince Lucas] Hm?
[growls]
You're a Bearlord.
Duty and honor is what our family name is built on.
You will do your duty!
The thought of wearing a dress like that makes me want to…
[retching]
I did warn him not to eat the crab. So, tell me, Drew.
When did your Wolf first emerge?
When my mother, she…
I just need to control this curse before I hurt someone.
Curse or gift, does it matter?
Being a Werelord is like being a ship at sea.
You can fight the winds and tides and end up crashing against the rocks,
or you can learn to master the elements and use them to your advantage.
- Clear the rigging! - [sailor] Aye-aye, Captain!
I don't have a good feeling about him, Drew.
He knew who we were in All Hallow's Bay.
He could've handed us in to the Lion Troop, but he didn't.
Well…
Maybe your doubting friend should go below and read a book. Come on!
- [Drew laughing] - [Hector scoffs]
Hmph.
- [boat creaking] - [Hector sputters]
"Why don't you go below and read a book?" Something he's obviously never done.
[grunts]
- [intriguing music playing] - [Hector gasps]
Father, it looks like I've steered us into some Shark-infested waters.
[chuckles sadly]
I wish you were here. You always knew what to do.
- [intriguing music continues] - [Hector gasps]
[breathes deeply]
Being a Werelord is all about balance.
[seagulls crying]
- [Drew whimpers] - No, don't worry.
I believe in you, like I believed in your father.
What was Wergar like? Whoa!
[Vega] Focus.
You have the ability to choose when the Wolf awakes.
- I really don't. - You will do if you listen. [grunts]
Now, come at me.
- Are we really gonna do this? - A fine swordsman must be ready for--
[Drew grunts]
[grunting]
Cheeky.
[grunting continues]
- [Vega laughing] - [Drew] Ah!
Yes! [chuckles]
[Drew panting]
Let's make it easier for you.
- [sword clatters] - You'll be defenseless.
Oh, will I?
Now, lad.
Show me what you've got!
- [groans nervously] - [waves roaring]
[breathes shakily]
[groaning anxiously]
- [groaning] I can't do it. - You can!
The only thing holding you back is fear.
Let the Wolf in, Drew.
[tense music playing]
[Drew growling]
[Vega laughing] Good!
Now we have a contest!
[both grunting]
[Drew panting]
[grunting continues]
[Vega laughs]
- [both grunt] - [Vega groans]
[Drew] Whoa! [wails]
Knowing yourself is as important as knowing your limits.
Some battles can't be won, especially if your enemy is gravity.
[both grunt]
Good lad.
[Whitley grunts angrily]
Ugh.
I've come to see the Lady Whitley in her pretty new dress.
You'll be disappointed.
You know, I don't think I've ever seen you dressed for court.
I am a Bearlord, not a house cat.
Ah yes, too busy climbing trees and catching rabbits.
Following the Rangers around like a little stray.
Shaming your poor parents,
who just wanted you to sit and sew, like your pretty cousin.
Isn't it time you made your family proud?
I am not a dress-up doll for Lions.
Oh, well. You don't need him then, do you?
- [tailor screams] - No! [gasps]
[body thuds]
[Whitley panting]
Actions have consequences, Lady Whitley.
Growing up on the farm, I never dreamed I'd do things like this.
I remember a time your father was stood right here on the way to Omir.
He had dreams enough for everyone. Dreams of conquest and glory.
I had dreams too, though they didn't work out.
But, while there's wind in my sails,
who knows when opportunity will land in my lap.
[ethereal music playing]
[music turns dramatic]
- Hello? - Father, can you hear me?
- [Baron Huth] Hello? - [wood banging]
Who's that talking?
Can you speak, Father?
I can't see anyone.
[wood banging]
Please.
I need your guidance.
- [banging continues] - Son, are you calling me?
Right! That is it!
[gasps]
- [inhales sharply] - [mysterious music playing]
Wow!
[wood banging]
[breathing shakily]
[suspenseful music building]
[gasps]
[music fades out]
Do you think you could teach me to be a part of your crew?
[Vega inhales deeply]
No.
What?
You're destined for something other than a life at sea.
But let me share the most important lesson I've learned.
Lyssia is a dangerous and divided place.
You should never trust anyone.
[sighs]
Wait, the sun sets in the west. Are we heading north?
We're skirting the doldrums, then we'll tack west.
You leave the sailing to me. Just relax and enjoy the cruise.
[Gretchen] If this is a cruise,
I want a refund! [huffs]
What?
Hmm.
Is this true?
- The tailor tripped and fell. - That's a lie!
You dare accuse the prince?
You have to do something.
[roars deafeningly]
[gasps]
If my son says it was an accident, then it was an accident.
- Your Majesty, I-- - Remember where you are, Bearlord.
[King Leopold] What the kingdom needs is taming.
We are sick of the seven realms mewling like cubs about injustice and honor.
So…
After Lucas and Gretchen,
the next wedding will be between Lady Whitley and Lord Vincent.
Do you have anything further to say, Bear cub?
No, my king.
Gretchen? What are you doing here?
I'm here because this pirate had his crew kidnap me
and lock me in a trunk!
Why would he do that? [chuckling] This is a mistake, right?
I warned you not to trust anyone, so why did you trust me? [grunts]
[Gretchen gasps]
Vega, where is this ship going?
[Vega] Where the winds take us.
- I thought I'd found-- - What? A new father?
Wergar is long gone. The age of the Wolf is over, Drew.
I'm sorry.
[Drew growling]
Do you really want to do this?
[Hector] Drew!
Oi! That was my favorite blouse!
[suspenseful music playing]
[Vega and Drew snarling]
- [Vega chomps] - [Drew snarls]
[Drew grunts]
[snarls]
[Vega grunts]
[chomping]
These masts don't just grow on trees, you know. Well, they do, but…
[Vega grunts, laughs]
[Drew growls]
[thrilling music playing]
[Vega laughing]
You're a fast learner.
Both of your fathers would have been proud.
- [thrilling music continues] - [both growling]
- [Drew growls] - [Vega grunts]
- [Drew snarls] - [Vega grunting]
- [Vega gasps] - [Drew growls]
[both grunting]
[Vega laughing]
[unsettling music playing]
[Drew moans]
[gasps]
- [crashes] - [Drew moans, gasps for breath]
I should have listened to Hector.
- He's a smart boy. - And you're just a common thief.
You came to me for lessons. Here's one.
You can't have everything you want.
Everything is a negotiation.
If you fight me, you'll only lose,
and both of your friends will meet my less-civilized cousins.
Or you can surrender to the king and see what fate has in store for you.
The choice is yours, Drew Ferran.
- [laughs menacingly] - [dramatic music building]
[music fades out]
[closing theme music playing]
[music fades out]