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These were days of peace and prosperity on Third Earth.

When one empire stood above all others.

Ruling with a just heart and razor claw.

And though omens foretold in the book would be ignored...

the tragedy to come was necessary.

For it was written that he would be born of fire.

A king to lead his people to victory...

against ancient spirits of evil.

Relax, Snarf.

You think we're gonna get killed every time we come to this part of town.

Where do you think you're going, mutt?

That's right, pay up or get hurt.

I know they're not cats, Snarf, but no one should be treated like that.

- What are you looking at? - Whiskers.

You gotta pay too. In the slums, everyone's a dog.

I have a feeling you're the one who's going to pay.

Thanks, Snarf.

Now, I'm gonna gut you like a fish.

Not that I needed it, but who can I thank for the assist?

Cheetara.

Hello... Ahem. Hello, there.

I'm sure the king would not be happy to learn his son was wrestling alley cats.

He's the prince? Scatter.

It's my dirtiest cloak and it's still a bad disguise.

What's so important you'd risk your life coming down here?

That depends. Can you keep a secret?

He knows how important today is.

Where is that boy, Jaga?

Be easy on him, Claudus.

Remember, when you were his age...

your father wasn't always pleased with you, either.

I never neglected my duties as prince like he does.

Why can't he be more like you, Tygra?

You're asking for the impossible, father.

Lion-O. Come in. Come in. I have something for you.

Jorma, here, sells certain hard-to-find, uh, collectibles.

- You mean black-market items. - They're more than that.

What is all this?

It's what's out there, beyond Thundera's walls.

What the Book of Omens calls technology.

Doesn't everyone think those stories are just fairytales?

You think this is a fairytale?

I think it's probably just another fake people like you sell to people like him.

As cubs, we believed the tales about ships that could fly.

Maybe everyone else outgrew them, but I didn't.

I know there's a bigger world out there.

You think I'm crazy, don't you?

I think you're different.

Oh, I'm late. I'll take it.

Maybe next time I can bail you out of trouble.

Sorry. Sorry. Sorry.

Let us begin this sacred rite of passage, Jaga.

Guardians of the crown, bring forth the Sword of Omens.

Are you flirting?

While you will one day wear the crown, Lion-O...

only the Eye of Thundera, the source of our power...

knows if there is indeed a king inside of you.

Take the sword and become one with it.

You hold in your hands what built the Thundercats' empire.

But only he who is deemed worthy can harness its awesome power.

Let me show you what it's capable of, in the proper hands.

Uh-oh. Catch.

The book told that it was the Thundercats, our ancestors...

who first defeated Mumm-Ra.

It was the Thundercats who brought law and order...

to a world of warring animals.

And it is now the Thundercats who are strong enough...

to maintain this fragile peace.

That's it. Concentrate.

Lion-O, why did you stop?

I saw something.

Tell us.

Um...

That.

Heh. Meow.

Huh?

The sword is ready, Lion-O, but you are not.

- What? I didn't see anything. - And I did not say anything.

Something approaches. Sound the alarm!

It can't be. Ha, ha, it can't be.

At long last.

- Grune. - I come bearing gifts.

I know it's not much now...

but just wait until the Thunderian stone cutters are done with it.

Are you a sight for sore eyes, old friend?

And where is our dear friend, Panthro?

He fought valiantly.

Alas, he came up against a force...

that was too powerful for even him to overcome.

It is only through his sacrifice I stand before you today.

Tomorrow we will mourn this great loss.

But today we shall celebrate the return of Thundera's greatest general.

It was many seasons ago when I sent out generals Grune...

and Panthro to find the fabled Book of Omens.

While it remains lost, Grune has returned with tales of adventure...

great treasure, and new lands to conquer.

Today we show him our appreciation.

Good day, sir. Wilykat and Kit at your service.

Perhaps my sister and I could interest you in a melodic melody?

Get away from me, you filthy street urchins.

Oh, but I'm quite good.

And you only need to pay...

if my gentle song moves your caring heart.

I said...

Your music is lovely as the day is long.

Ew! What does he keep in here?

Oh, here we go.

I said scram, kids.

Of course, sorry to bother you.

Cut it out.

- Please, your majesty, show mercy. - Why should I?

If the roles were reversed you'd have lopped my head off by now.

We were only scavenging for food when we were captured as slaves.

Forget it.

Looking for mercy from cats is like trying to squeeze water from a stone.

Hold your tongue, fool. They'll kill us.

No. I want to hear this. What do you mean?

We only attack to survive. You control the best lands and resources...

leaving the rest of the animals to fight over scraps.

If we steal your crops, it is to feed our children.

You're not taking this criminal seriously, are you?

Criminal?

The lizards' only crime is being weaker than the cats.

And it's the same for all animals.

Let's go. It's time for the games.

These games are dedicated to the life of an outstanding general...

and loyal friend who gave all he had in the name of Thundera.

To Panthro.

To Panthro.

Ah, it truly is the little things you miss most.

But I imagine it was the experience of a lifetime.

When you were out there did you see any technology?

Don't ask him stupid questions, Lion-O.

I see nothing has changed, Claudus.

One son with his head on his shoulders. The other still with his in the clouds.

I'm afraid, Lion-O, I encountered all manner of beast and warrior.

But nothing even resembling technology.

We did everything we could to find the book.

Perhaps what the skeptics say is true.

The book's existence is no more real than its stories of technology or Mumm-Ra.

I see so much of me in you. You would have made a great king.

Ah, but such honors must be reserved for the bloodline.

Lion-O also will make a great king.

Of course he will. I just would have made a better one.

You're just so perfect, aren't you, Tygra.

Thank you, Lion-O.

Too bad you're afraid to get your tail kicked in front of your hero.

- Now's not the time. - Oh, I'd say now is the perfect time.

I'm gonna ring that bell.

And I'm going to ring yours.

I'm right behind you, Lion-O.

When it comes to everything except the crown...

you're always going to be second place.

Ha, ha, ha. When are you gonna learn, little brother?

It's official. They think I'm a failure.

And they always will unless I can prove I'm not chasing a childish dream.

But how can I do that when even Grune said there was no tech out there?

Don't let what Grune failed to see stand in the way of what you believe.

The book says that our greatest king will possess the ability...

...of "sight beyond sight."

You mean, like, having visions?

More than that, Lion-O. It's the ability to lead with clarity.

For sight is useless without action.

There's something I need to talk to you about, Jaga.

There will be time to talk later. There's a party still going on.

- Enjoy yourself. - Thanks, Jaga.

Dinner is served.

Why, thank you, kind sir.

You know, sis, it's not always going to be this way.

Once I get that map, I'm taking you to the city of treasure.

Eldara.

Really?

We'll have more food than we know what to do with...

and so much money people will be begging us for it.

Eldara, here we come.

We can't let this happen.

Why? They're our greatest enemy, Lion-O.

Well, maybe they don't have to be.

These lizards have done us no harm. They don't deserve this.

You're right, Prince Lion-O. These barbarians deserve death!

Yeah!

I'm not gonna let anyone lay a paw on them.

Move, lizard lover.

Or you'll wind up in those stocks yourself.

You better be very sure you want to do this. Because I've got his back.

All of us against you two?

Make that three.

Twice in one day? Now I know you're following me.

Yeah, right into trouble. Again.

Let's teach them a lesson.

Now you see me. Now you don't.

- Get her. - Try and catch me.

Lion-O.

What is going on here? Protecting lizards?

No. I'm protecting us...

from turning into the very cold-blooded creatures we fear.

These lizards did nothing and should be released.

Release them? Don't be foolish.

As lord of the Thundercats, it is my duty to keep our people safe...

and one day it will be yours.

You wanted me to start acting like a king. Well, this is it.

And I don't think the only way to rule is with a sword.

Maybe we'd have less trouble with the lizards...

if we weren't always repressing them.

Get out of here.

My lord.

Consider this an act of goodwill between the species.

Perhaps now you might show some goodwill of your own...

and take your responsibilities as prince more seriously.

You see, it's just as I said.

There is something different about you.

- Is that why you keep following me? - Maybe.

Hmm.