The Westen Envoy Announcement
Type
inciting incident
Stakes
Penelope's freedom and the potential for a new conflict with the cunning and cruel nation of Westen.
Outcome
The royal family must present a united front, while Arden begins to uncover the true, predatory nature of the delegation.
Summary
The arrival of a delegation from Westen, led by Prince Malik, ostensibly for peace talks but suspected of having predatory motives regarding Penelope.
Emotional Beat
Penelope experiences a resurgence of fear and trauma due to the presence of her former tormentor.
Thematic Elements
- •shadow of Westen
- •den of vipers
- •predatory rat
Political Implications
The presence of the Westen envoy creates a precarious political environment, testing the unity of the Sethlend royal family.
Romantic Tension Level
Protective; Adam and his brothers become a shield for Penelope against the invasive presence of Malik.
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The chronological sequence of events surrounding the political marriage of Prince Adam of Sethlend and Princess Penelope of Esterlend.
The Wedding Day
The chronological sequence of events surrounding the political marriage of Prince Adam of Sethlend and Princess Penelope of Esterlend.
Timelines
An ancient symbol of the Sethlend royal family, originating from a legend about the unification of the kingdom after the Great Dark.
Phoenix crest
An ancient symbol of the Sethlend royal family, originating from a legend about the unification of the kingdom after the Great Dark.
Key Objects
Adam
Second Prince of Sethlend and military commander who enters a politically motivated marriage with the sister of his fallen opponent.
Characters