Literature
CO: CotS S4E54: The Tragic Curse
[COLD OPEN: BARYSHTAR JOINS THE SOLAR NATION]
(The episode opens in the Vatican City, with Pope Alex standing before an assembly of humans, Rubrumrex leaders, and representatives from the Solar Nation. Baryshtar Khan, the merciful and rugged leader of the Korrath Marauders, now humbled, kneels before the Pope.)
Pope Alex(placing a hand on Baryshtar’s shoulder)"Rise, Baryshtar Khan, for today you are no longer an enemy but a friend. Your alliance strengthens the unity of our galaxies."
(The audience applauds, but the camera cuts to Tarkhanzhul Veymur, Baryshtar’s former general, seated in shadow at a faraway table, smirking as he listens to the news.)
Tarkhanzhul(quietly to himself)"Enjoy your moment of peace, Khan. It won’t last long."
[Cut to the theme song sequence]
[SCENE 1: THE MEETING OF BROTHERS]
(At a private gathering, Baryshtar Khan meets with his brother, Börtekhulrak Khan, leader of the Tengriese Khaganate. Börtekhulrak is regal yet warm, with a dignified presence. Orion