Does the Emperor of Lullabies do it on purpose?
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Re: Does the Emperor of Lullabies do it on purpose?
This way, the princes were preoccupied, while he ruled his kingdom unchallenged. As for what you asked, I don't think he cares that much about what happens to his citizens, or he wouldn't let them go through war for nothing. It's a possibility that the emperor would attach Voulhire now that the kingdom is vulnerable, but I think it won't happen soon. The Emperor of Lullabies seems like the final boss of a fight, so if anything were to happen with him, it would probably be by the end of the book series.
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That sounds possible, doesn't it? His sons are fighting for just a small piece of land, giving the emperor enough time and ease of mind to plan on invading the neighbouring countries. He's not just a person greedy for power, he's a master planner.
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I also agree. I think he wants to take over the whole kingdom. The countries might have to unite against him, instead of doing it alone because the creatures he wields are extraordinary.
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I think that is right. The wicked wise king just wants to occupy his sons, while he strategies to seize more power. I believe their only chance is to unite themselves and beat him at his own game.Claire Riddle wrote: ↑11 Oct 2020, 08:32I don't think it would be easy to choose one as his heir since the others would question his selection. Besides, while the sons fight for just a small piece land compared to his kingdom, he could stay in power. He is indeed the wicked, wise king.Georgephilips wrote: ↑10 Oct 2020, 21:44 Emperor of lullabies the wicked wise king as the book clear states, he had done that on purpose. I don't even know why he had to separate his sons since he could have easily chosen one that's capable enough and not bring his sons to a civil war that saw the island war ravished.
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I agree with Sou Hi. If the princes were willing to work together before they were given the land, what would stop them from continuing to work together? Just because you need more resources, doesn't mean you need to fight, especially if you're already on good terms with those who own the resources.Claire Riddle wrote: ↑12 Oct 2020, 06:46If the emperor of lullabies didn't give each of them a piece of land, of course they will work together and take the kingdom. But they were given a place to show their powers. As I remember, according to the book, the geography and resources of each part of the island gave a few benefits to each of the princes over the others. If I were one of the princes, I'd definitely need to take the whole island under my control, considering the extra natural resources I would have access to. Moreover, if I'm able to defeat all the others and rule the whole island, wouldn't it be obvious that I'm the best to be my father's heir? Even after 20 years, still they are so desperate to prove themselves.Sou Hi wrote: ↑11 Oct 2020, 22:01Nice observation. Still, that leads to another question: why did the Princes fight according to their father's will? They were working together, why did they suddenly turn their back on each other? If they overthrew their father, each of them would have 1/4 of the whole country. Now, they are stuck with their tiny lands and a never-ending war. Did the Emperor promise the winner the throne? But the war has been going on for 20 years, how come they still can't open their eyes?Claire Riddle wrote: ↑11 Oct 2020, 08:32
I don't think it would be easy to choose one as his heir since the others would question his selection. Besides, while the sons fight for just a small piece land compared to his kingdom, he could stay in power. He is indeed the wicked, wise king.
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I look forward to reading about how terribly off our predictions are
And I can't wait to read about an epic showdown between the Emperor of Lullabies and Voulhire since I imagine Mr. Emperor will be arriving as one of the main antagonists.
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