S2 Ep2: The Woman of the Wolves

What do you mean you've taken Amir's memories? Give them back! Give them back right now! I'm afraid I can't do that. You see, some spells, like stopping an earthquake, are simple. Others are more complex. Now if you'll excuse me, there's one very special spell I've been waiting 18 years to cast. Look at the pretty lights! Amir, just get back!

spirits from the other side in the dark where you abide hear my voice across the veil come to me now without fail too long in the sleep of sleep you have languished in the deep Rise now from this hallow ground. Let what was lost at last be found. Um, is that it? I don't know. Everything seems the same. Is everyone okay? Amir? Amir? Amir? Oh, sorry. Are you talking to me? Yes, I'm talking to you. You're Amir. Huh.

Are you sure? That doesn't really sound like me. I feel like I want to say my name is Chad. Is that a name? Chad? All right, Malkia, I don't know what you're up to, but whatever big plan you had has clearly failed. So unless you want to spend another 18 years in prison, you better... Oh, what was that? Prison. Oh no, princeling, no one is putting me in prison ever again. What did you do? I've always said a queen is nothing without her people. But all your people are dead! Yes.

And you build your castle right on top of their graves. Look out! What are those things? It's no use, your highness. I can't fight these things. My sword goes right through them. Just forget fighting! Everyone! Go on! Quick!

Everyone, this way. The ghosts seem to be driving everyone from the castle. I don't think we can stop Malkia with swords and armor. We need another plan. I know. Chamberlain, you grab a horse and ride to the west. Warn my mother what's happening. Tell her to start raising an army. Joan, Cecily, you ride east and warn Amir's mother. What are you gonna do? I'm going to take Amir to that cave where you found Malkia. Maybe there's something there we can use against her. If we find anything...

We'll meet back up with you in the west. Now, does everyone know what they're doing? Yes. Got it. Got it. I literally have no idea what's happening. Okay, just follow me, Amir. Actually, I'm going by chat. No, no, you're not. Malkia's cave is on the edge of the pine forest due south of the... quarry got it all right everyone good luck and be safe i'll see you soon now go Whoa! All right, we better leave the horses here. Okay, you're the boss, Rufus. Rupert. My name is Rupert. Got it. Rupert.

All right, I don't think anyone followed us. That's good. Well, unless it means there's nothing in this cave we can use against Malkia, in which case this is a dead end. I'm sure it'll all be fine. You seem to know what you're doing. Thanks. I wish that were true. How are you feeling? Are you okay? Me? I'm great. This day has been a blast. I'm sorry, a blast? Yeah, magic, ghosts. Plus I got to ride a horse and I only fell off twice, so yeah, awesome. Amir.

You understand we're on the run for our lives, right? We are? Yes, from Malkia. Right, totally, yeah. Sorry, who's Malkia? The sorceress who stole your memories. And took over our castle? Oh, that was our castle? I thought that was her castle. No, it's ours. Yours and mine. Are you sure? Because, like, that lady seemed pretty certain it was hers. Maybe your castle just looks like her castle and you got confused? Do you really?

Not remember anything? Uh, I remember all kinds of things. I remember the cool lady with the magic. I remember the ghosts. No, no, I mean, don't you remember anything from before today? Like, your mother? Or our fathers and the forest and the curse? Not ringing any bells. Amir, please, try to remember. For what it's worth, you seem really cool.

I could totally see us being friends. We are. We're best friends. And also... Brothers! Now I remember you and me. We're brothers. No, we're definitely not brothers. Oh. Amir, you and I are in love. In love? Like smoochy smoochy kissy kissy? Yeah. But in fact, we're supposed to be getting married tomorrow. Nice try. Nice try? Look, I'm flattered and I get why you're obsessed with me. I mean, I have seen my reflection. I know how hot I am. What?

Amir, no, no. Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa there. Let's maybe keep five feet between us at all times just until we're both on the same page about this relationship. I don't believe it. You really have forgotten everything. Look, I'm sorry I don't remember you. I know you're just trying to help me, but honestly, everything's kind of confusing right now. No, I'm...

I'm sorry. I mean, I can't imagine what you're going through, and I don't want to make you more confused. I just want to help you, and I... Um... What was that? Is that the ghosts? No, that... That's definitely not ghosts. Oh no. Quick, quick, Amir, get out your sword! My sword? I don't know how to use a sword. What?

Yes, you do. You're the greatest swordsman in all the realm. You never stop bragging about it. Honestly, that doesn't sound like me. How about I sit this one out, and next time, if I'm feeling up to it, I'll give it a try. Amir! Get your sword out now or there's not going to be a next time. Okay. Nice wolves. Stay back. Stay back. Oh, what fun! Holiday invites are arriving, and Nordstrom has your party fits covered. You'll find head-to-toe looks for every occasion, including styles under 100.

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Stay close from here. I'll protect you Well, this is another fine disaster here Um, are those your wolves? They're mine as much as anything can be said to belong to me anymore. Ooh, do they have names? Because if not, can I name them? I'm really good at naming things. I'm Chad, by the way, and this is Rufus. Rupert, and his name is Amir. I know who you are. Oh. Cool. And you are? So, Malkias freed herself. I always knew this day would come. I just hoped I'd be dead by then.

You know, Malkia? I don't suppose either of you two geniuses thought to bring torches. Oh, um... No. Once again, it falls to me. to do everything. Light of light. Make things bright. Give us glow to last the night! Whoa! You're the sorceress. What? The other one. The one who trapped Malkia in this cave. So she told you about that? Yeah. Right before she stole Amir's memories, raised an army of ghosts, and drove everyone from our castle. Oh...

Poor princess, was your little kingdom invaded by an unstoppable power? How terribly sad. I can't possibly imagine what that must be like. Wait, are you a Midlander too? Malkia said she was the last of her people. Malkia doesn't know everything as much as she pretends otherwise. There are limits to her knowledge and her power. Okay, good to know. So, how are we going to stop her? We? That's why you're here, isn't it? You're scared.

You are scared of Malkia. That's why you're here. To hide in the one place Malkia will never think to look for you. Her own prison. Malkia thinks I'm dead. But you're not taking any chances. Did anyone ever tell you, Prince, you talk too much? Oof, tell me about it. Ever since we got here, this guy has been going nonstop. I think it's because he wants to impress me. I don't know if you've noticed, but I'm hot.

Please, you have to help us. Or, you know, at the very least, tell me what I can do. Do. Do whatever you like. But Malkia has to be stopped. She's... She's evil. Ah, there he is. There's your father's son. My father? Oh, you sound just like him. How he pleaded with me to use my powers to stop Malkia. I actually thought he cared about my people. THOUGHT!

He wanted to save us from whatever terrible fate Malkia's dark magic was leading us into. But he was just using me. I betrayed my queen and my kingdom fell. Maybe it's time the East and West fell too. I mean, I'm no lawyer, but that does sound fair. Oh my gosh, Amir, I love you more than life, but I really need you to stop talking. Go sit in the corner and play with the wolves, okay? Sweet! Come on, boys! Come to Uncle Chad! The love of your life, huh? Not that it's my business.

But you can do better. Please, Bluga, whoever you are, I'm begging you. I know my father and Amir's father did terrible things. If I could go back in time and save your people, I would. But I can't. The only people I can save are the people who are going to be hurt right now if Malkia isn't stopped. So if there's anything you can do, do it.

Our fathers destroyed so many lives. Don't let their actions destroy any more. I'm too tired to fight Malkia again, and I'm far too weak. But there may be one way. Tell me. I'll do anything. Do you know what magic is, Prince? It's like a fire that burns in the soul of those who possess the gift. And like any fire... It can either grow or it can be extinguished. You mean there's a way to take away Melchia's powers? With the right potion, yes. It's possible. Okay. That's great!

And then everything will go back to the way it was, right? Without her powers to control them, her army of ghosts will return to their graves where they belong. And Amir will get his memory back? That I can't guarantee. Why not? Magic is unpredictable. Stripping Malky of her powers may return your friend to the way he was, or... Or... It may destroy his memories forever.

Well, that's a risk I'll have to take. How soon can you make the potion? Oh, that depends entirely on you. On me? There are certain ingredients I'll need you to fetch. Oh, right. Of course. What sort of ingredients? The horn of a unicorn, the song of the siren, and the venom of the seven-headed hydra. Excuse me? The horn of a unicorn. Yes, no, yes, I heard what you said. What I meant was...

Where am I supposed to get all that? Oh, I'm sorry? Is defeating dark and ancient magic not as easy as you prefer? No, but this is a battle between life and death.

And you'd better be ready to face it. Otherwise, we're all doomed. You're right. Of course, Amir and I will get you the ingredients you need. I give you my word. Your word. Your father gave me his word. I suppose I'll just have to hope yours actually means something. I'll draw you a map that should get you pointed in the right direction. Nice fetch! Who's a good boy? You're a good boy. Hey, hey, hey, Amir. Good news.

I think we figured out a way to stop Malkia. Hey, check out these wolves. Aren't they the best? We are going to break Malkia's spell and get your memories back. I promise, if it's the last thing I do, I will fix you. Great. But also, no worries if you can't. I don't really care. Come on, boys. Let's race. Come on. Let's go. Don't worry, Amir. Until you're better... All care enough for the both of us.

The Two Princes was created and written by Kevin Christopher Snipes and directed by Mimi O'Donnell, with performances by Noah Galvin, Cynthia Rivo, Ariel Stachel, Mandy Mazden, Samira Wiley, Alfredo Narciso, Antonia Pinkins. Executive producer, Mimi O'Donnell. Senior producer, Katie Pastor. Associate producer, M.R. Daniel. Recorded, engineered, sound designed and mixed by Jonathan Roberts.

Additional sound design and engineering by Daniel Brunel and Armando Serrano Score by Greg Laswell and Bobby Lord The Two Princes is a production of Gimlet Media