Show Notes
This story is connected to the Dragon Rider and Tavern Tales world in other episodes of Sleep & Sorcery. You don’t need to have heard those stories to understand or enjoy this one, but you may recognize some of the characters and threads woven throughout. In tonight’s story, you are the heir apparent to the throne of a powerful kingdom. However, on the day of your planned coronation, you learned of another claimant to the crown – you fled the capitol in search of answers. Now, you venture through unknown wilds, following every clue to the whereabouts of your supposed rival. When your journey winds through a small village, you encounter a legendary sword and a mysterious beast. But the creature the townsfolk fear is not, you find, an enemy – it is a lion, the symbol of your royal house. If you’re still awake as the story comes to an end, I’ll guide you through a meditation to invite courage.
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