Original subtitles

Previously on Runes.

So you're William of Normandy?

But if you are the Duke's heir,

you must be descended from Rollo.

That's why Algythe is teaching you Rune magic.

You must master the rules

and cast the spell to imprison Loki.

Find William of Normandy by any means.

Do not disappoint me again.

Or I will be obliged to replace you.

We need the three stones for Rollo's spell.

We must not fail.

Soldier Ulrich, you will kneel

before my new captain of the guard.

Hela.

(gasps) The stranger.

(gasps) I see now where we will find Rollo's first stone.

(mysterious lute and flute music)

(vocalizing)

The goblin kingdom!

The what?

The goblins.

The tiny creatures that live in the forest.

"The goblins."

Ridiculous.

I know where their kingdom is hidden.

Really?

Where?

Is it far away?

Is it hard to find?

No, it's quite easy.

We just need to find a large ash tree in the forest.

But there are thousands of ash trees in Baligan Forest.

And they're all really big.

It is true this could take you some time.

Well time's something we don't have a lot of.

We need to find Rollo's stone.

Meet in the forest in one hour.

But Hugo, we promised to help my mother on the farm today.

We'll think of an excuse.

(tense music)

Soldiers, there's no time to waste.

We've found dozens of sheep carcasses

in all the fields surrounding the village.

It must be the work of some vicious beast.

You are responsible for the castle's safety.

So flush out this monster and kill it!

(soldiers rally cry)

Well well, aren't you two up early.

Where have you both been?

Come on, get a move on.

We've got an entire field to weed.

But Mom, it's just that, well,

Hugo and me can't help because we-

We have to help Algythe.

We're helping her pick berries.

That's nice of you.

But there's work to be done on the farm

and it's far too much for me on my own.

Come on, please?

(sighs) All right, but just for today.

Tomorrow I need you both.

And be careful in the forest.

Some beast attacked the village's flocks last night.

A beast?

Maybe a wolf.

Even if wolves normally hunt at night, stay alert out there.

Promise, Mom.

I hope whatever it is doesn't stop us

from finding the goblins.

Hey, what's a boblin?

A boblin is a very scary beast who gobbles up

little girls who are always eavesdropping!

No!

I wasn't listening, Mr. Boblin!

(Alice laughs)

Come on, Alice.

We're already late.

(tense music)

(Lil' Golès snoring)

(Wace growls)

Wace, what did I tell you?

Don't bother me when I'm napping.

Especially not when I'm dreaming of bacon.

Yeah, but I'm hungry for real food.

I can't eat in my sleep.

Well it's sure not as good as the real thing.

When I think of all the delicious hot stews in the village.

It's not fair.

Well I prefer cold food and living

in the forest like all the other goblins.

Now that's freedom.

And don't you forget, my friend,

you'd still be locked up if not for me.

Okay, okay!

Oh no, look!

I think something stole our bait!

Something?

Excuse me!

Remember I'm a goblin!

Not supper, 'kay?

(whimpers)

(Turstin grunts)

Take that, foul goblin!

Not so clever are we?

Come out and face the great Turstin!

(Hugo and Alice snicker)

What? I'm training.

We're going to have to face some monsters aren't we?

And maybe a wild beast.

You even know how to shoot that thing?

I'm not getting eaten like some sheep.

Sure, it's simple.

It's like knowing your way around in the forest.

Hey, isn't that...

Huh?

An ash tree?

Hmm.

(tense music)

Hey, this could be the tree we're looking for.

This isn't an ash.

It's a chestnut tree.

(sighs) We're never gonna find it.

(groans) This is the fourth time we've gone by this stump.

You sure?

All of these trees look the same to me.

(twigs snapping)

What was that sound?

Is it...

Could it be goblins?

Maybe we're close to their kingdom.

(Lil' Golès chuckles)

I'm ready for those evil creatures.

If you attack them, they'll never hand over Rollo's stone.

I hope don't catch any fleas.

Goblins are covered in them.

Huh?

And their stinky breath can knock the roof off a house.

I swear it's true!

My mom told me they can even transform

into horrible beasts to get revenge

on humans for taking their land.

Hmm. Hmm.

Wace!

Do you know what those village kids

are saying about goblins?

(Wace burps)

What are they saying?

That you're covered in fleas

and have horrible stinky breath.

Nobody's cleaner and classier than a goblin.

Humans are so stupid.

It's the same every time I meet one.

It always ends badly.

I hate them.

Hmm.

I mean I hate most humans.

(nervous laugh) Not you.

You're my friend 'til the end.

Friends 'til the end! Friends 'til the end!

Hey Lil' Golès, what do you say

we play a little trick on these humans.

Count me in.

I heard them say they're looking for the goblin kingdom.

We can have some fun with that.

(Wace laughs mischievously)

(dramatic music)

If we keep wandering around like this

we're gonna end up lost.

You can go back if you're scared.

Nah, I'm not scared of nothing.

Hello!

(Turstin screams)

Lil' Golès! Lil' Golès!

What are you doing here?

Me?

What are you doing here?

You are on my land.

His land?

What's he talking about?

You guys know this kid?

Well sort of.

We met in jail.

In jail?

You guys never tell me nothing.

Boy oh boy are you guys super lost.

You really shouldn't be here.

There's plenty of beasts on the hunt.

And believe me, you don't want to run into them.

Or those gross goblins.

You know the goblins?

You've seen them?

Sure.

Their king's a friend of mine.

Could you set up a meeting?

Well.

It's just that I'm kind of busy.

Help us, please.

Well okay, but you'll have to behave yourselves.

Wait! Hang on!

(suspenseful music)

He's in there.

Beware, intruders!

You trespass on the kingdom of the goblins!

Bow down before us, or I will gobble you up.

Maybe we should go.

(tense music)

Uh, what is that?

What do you mean that?

I'm Wace!

I am the goblin king!

Bow to me or I shall be forced to destroy you.

This little squirrel is adorable.

What do you mean little squirrel?

I am Wace, the last of the goblins.

You humans killed all of my brothers and sisters for sport.

While I could do nothing but watch.

Have some respect.

Your Majesty, on behalf of my people

I beg your royal pardon.

We're looking for Rollo's three stones.

And we heard that you may have one.

Three what?

Huh?

Huh? Huh?

Oh yes!

Of course, the stone.

(chuckles)

It is yours, but there is one little condition.

I need to make sure you are worthy of receiving

a stone of such incredible supernatural power.

And so to get to know you, I propose we share a dinner.

One fit for a king.

A dinner here in the forest?

No, we'll go to yours.

And of course, my brave loyal squire

Lil' Golès shall accompany me.

A squire?

But I don't see a horse.

There's no way we can bring them back with us.

If my mom finds out that I brought a goblin home

she'll put me on weeding duty 'til next winter.

That is not my problem, young miss.

If you want this stone of, uh, Pogo.

(whispers) Rollo.

Rollo.

This Rollo stone, you must show me hospitality

and prove that you have a good and noble heart.

And how do we know it's not just some goblin trick huh?

Turstin, he knows where Rollo's stone is.

We really need him.

All right.

You can come to my house.

But you have to promise that

the goblin king will stay hidden.

My mother and sister cannot find out.

A goblin at the farm?

I don't know, Hugo.

There you are.

Mom, may I introduce Little Golès.

We met him today in the forest.

He's an orphan and he lives outside all alone.

I thought he'd be safer if he stayed

with us until they find the beast.

You did the right thing.

You're very welcome, Lil' Golès.

Ah.

Thank you for your generosity, ma'am.

Oh please, call me Cecile.

Turstin, you could join us if you want to.

Oh yes please, Cecile.

You have to try some of this turnip soup.

(Wace slurping)

Hey!

Well well, you two sure were hungry.

(Wace burps)

Alice, mind your manners in front of our guest.

(Lil' Golès snores)

Ugh.

(ominous music)

Huh?

Follow me!

(rooster crowing)

(Alice sighs)

You know, they may not even have Rollo's stone.

Maybe Wace isn't even their king.

(gasps) I have an idea.

We'll see if they're telling the truth or not.

(playful sneaking music)

Ah, I hope my royal breakfast is ready.

I'm as hungry as a horse.

(laughs)

Huh?

Your Majesty, if you'd like this delicious

royal breakfast fit for a king

we humbly request Rollo's stone.

What's Rollo's stone?

Uh, yes, but of course.

You shall have it.

I'll go get it right away.

I'll be back!

(Lil' Golès snores)

Golès, Golès, wake up!

They figured it out!

They're on to us. We gotta get out of here.

Aw, too bad.

Boy I'm sure going to miss this place.

Morning!

I have to accompany His Majesty

back to his realm to get the stone.

As his brave and loyal squire.

(nervous chuckles)

See you soon!

(suspenseful music)

Whoa, a squirrel!

You're pretty cute.

I am not a squirrel!

I am a goblin!

Wait, you're a goblin?

I'm not scared of you.

You want to play?

Goblin! Wait!

Come back!

(gasps) A rat!

(groans) A squirrel, a rat.

These humans obviously don't know anything!

A goblin?

Get out of here!

Cecile! No!

Don't hurt him!

Wace isn't dangerous.

Not dangerous?

Don't you know goblins are bad luck?

(Wace whimpers)

Alice, come on!

(Lil' Golès whistles)

Hmm?

(Lil' Golès whistles)

Huh?

A goblin.

Soldiers, look at this.

You see this pathetic creature?

This is not the monster that ate our flocks,

but this goblin has surely cursed us all!

(tense music)

(Wace whimpers)

Without Wace, we'll never be able to get Rollo's stone.

We've gotta go to the castle and rescue him.

We'll have to be sneaky then.

You can't be seen near the-

Who are you two whispering about?

It's Wace.

You know, the goblin?

He's in trouble.

Ulrich captured him and-

And you want to go to the castle to save him.

I wouldn't have believed it if I

hadn't seen it with my own two eyes.

I'm sorry, Alice.

My answer is no.

But, Mom.

The less Hugo goes near the castle

the less danger he'll be in.

You made me a promise, Hugo.

I can't protect you if you don't obey me.

Is that clear you two?

Dame Neel, look at what we just caught in the woods.

What I caught in the woods.

(gasps) This horrible creature

must have cast a spell on our village.

We've been cursed.

I am not a horrible creature!

I'm a goblin! A goblin!

I believe you're right, milady.

This disgusting little creature must be

the cause of all of your recent troubles.

Hela, summon all the villagers.

I want them to see what this castle does

with vermin like this.

(Wace gulps)

(Turstin grunts angrily)

Turstin.

Helping that little liar's out of the question!

You're forgetting that he's our one lead to Rollo's stone.

We can find it without him.

That goblin got what he deserved.

Please!

Help me save Wace.

I know what we did was wrong.

We were really hungry.

And it wasn't Wace who attacked the flocks.

He's innocent.

Please!

Let's go.

There's nothing you can do.

You promised Mom.

Help him, please?

You're just like all the others.

Selfish and mean.

I hate you!

Wait! Lil Golès!

I'm helping.

I have to.

Hugo!

(Lil' Golès gasps)

I'm sorry.

You were right.

Huh?

(guard hammering)

What are they doing?

Nothing good I'll bet.

Villagers of Baligan hear me!

This afternoon we will be executing

a goblin in the village square!

This miserable creature will be plunged into boiling oil

and will be a threat to our lands no longer!

(villagers cheering)

Kill the monster!

Wace is more than a brother to me.

When I lost my parents,

he was the only one who stuck around.

I lost my parents too.

I know what it's like and I want to help.

Will you let me?

We have to stop this.

If it was any of us up there

we'd do everything we could, right?

We will.

I have to get something from the farm.

Try to stall them as best you can.

We're really gonna help a goblin?

(Lil' Golès laughs)

(ominous music)

(Wace whimpers)

Dame Neel, when you give me the sign I'll cut the rope.

And the goblin will plunge into the boiling oil.

(Villagers cheering)

Kill the goblin!

(villagers rally cry)

Yeah!

It's what he deserves!

Huh?

After I ran into this goblin in the forest

I started getting itchy all over.

I'm covered in fleas!

Look at this!

(villagers gasps)

That's horrible!

Kill him!

Me too!

It happened only last night.

I was awoken by a terrible noise downstairs.

(creepy goblin noises)

Down in the forge I discovered

this goblin filing his teeth on my anvil.

His bite was so incredibly strong he ripped it in two!

(villagers gasp)

And my little sister thought

he was a cute little squirrel.

My sister loves little squirrels.

So she came up to this goblin just to give him a hug.

She reached out her hand towards him

and then the goblin bit her hand right off!

Then her arm!

And then her whole body!

Kill the goblin!

I might've gone a bit too far.

Kill the goblin!

Kill the goblin!

Hela, eliminate this creature immediately.

These noisome villagers are giving me a headache.

(Wace whimpers)

Someone help me!

(suspense music)

(screams)

(villagers gasp)

Huh?

Huh?

(Hugo chuckles)

Friends 'til the end.

Friends 'til the end

Seize them!

Oh no!

(suspenseful music)

(Alice and Turstin gasp)

(villagers gasp)

The next time that horrid child sets foot in the village,

you'll throw him into the pit of boiling oil.

Do you think the goblin will come back?

If he does we'll be ready.

None of our archers have the skill

to have made a shot like that.

And I'm certain none of the villagers have either.

Well then this archer was obviously not from the village.

Wace, we know you're not the king of the goblins.

But are you really the last goblin in the world?

I might have stretched the truth just a teeny bit.

There are others, but I have to warn you.

Goblins can be just as cruel as humans.

Wace, we have to meet your people.

We really need Rollo's stone.

Will you help us?

Obviously we owe you three a lot,

but what's the deal with this stone?

Well, can you keep a secret?

Until the end, my friend. Until the end, my friend.

Okay, nice stone troll you got here.

But we've seen lots of stone trolls.

Jotunn, I'd like you to meet our newest companions.

Lil' Golès, my faithful scout.

And Wace, his wacky best friend.

Oh wow.

Whoa.

I'm honored to be one of your friends.

Thanks, Hugo.

Truly thank you.

Most humans aren't as kind as you've been.

(Hugo chuckles)

Huh?

(dark otherworldly sounds)

Wace!

Come and see!

This boy is definitely not like the others.

(wolves howling)

(wolf growling)

Someone there?

Huh?

Fenrir.

My brother.

(dramatic sting)