Disclaimer: I do not own Yugioh, nor do I own its characters.
Author note: This is my first attempt at writing a fanfic, so any reviews will be greatly appreciated!
Long ago, in the ancient realm of Libya, there lived a beautiful princess named Anzu, along with her father, the king. Anzu's mother had died in childbirth. To the people of Libya, Anzu was their beloved princess, being an only child.
Anzu's father, King Sanjoro, was constantly at war with Pharaoh Aknamkanon, king of the neighboring realm of Egypt. The kings had once been best friends, but were now sworn enemies. Every spring, their countries would be at war until late summer.
Anzu was never fond of these wars, as it took her father away from her. At least she had her best friends, her childhood friend and warrior, Yugi, and her lady-in-waiting, a tall blond named Mai.
Our story begins in the summer of Anzu's 19th year.
In the neighboring country of Egypt, there lived a prince named Atem. He was tall and handsome, and often would have the local girls chasing him. Atem never knew his mother, the Queen Eboni, for she had disappeared when he was one year old and never returned.
Every year, while his father went off to fight in the war, Atem would sit on his father's throne as king. After all, he was to be pharaoh one day. Even as heir to the Egyptian throne, Atem was never lonely. As a child, he always had his cousin Seto to keep him company. Nowadays, Seto fought alongside Atem's father in the war, while Seto's wife Kisara and young daughter Yuri lived in the palace.
Wherever he went, Atem was always accompanied by two magicians, Mahad and his childhood friend Mana, Mahad's apprentice and fiancée. Along with Mahad and Mana, Atem also had his friends Joey and Tristan, two warriors who were his own age.
Our story begins in the summer of Atem's 21st year.