Kingdom of Berk.
Barracks...
The knight's barracks are used for the stay and training of knights. Outside the barracks, there are 4 young men with a hangover after drinking some mead to pass the time and laugh. Their leader is somewhat asleep when suddenly a bucket of water fell on him that woke him up and he got up without knowing what happened.
?: What?...what happened?-as he looks around he sees that the members of his group are doing the same thing- ...Hoark?
Stand up, head of a ram... all of you - while watching a group of gentlemen lift their friends who, upon realizing who is lifting them, try to do it themselves - let's go, the general wants to see you.
The young people immediately worry because they know what that means... they are in trouble, especially when it comes to the leader because the general is his father.
Spitelout: Drunk?, again? ... Snotlout is this serious? until you act your age?
Snotlout: I...I have been mistreated and I demand that you punish this beast for not knowing how to behave in front of me-he points to Hoark present.
Spitelout: Snotlout throughout the years doesn't seem to let go of the fact that you're a failure.
Snotlout: And what does it mean?
Hoark: Your asking proves that your father is right about what he said.
Spitelout: It means you are an undesirable heir. And that you find yourself with Ingerman and the Thorstons in a justifiable situation to expel them from the knight's academy.
The young people tensed when they heard what the general said.
Fishlegs: Please sir, don't do that... I need to continue in the academy.
Ruffnut: Yes sir, we can't come home, my brother and I, we did everything we could to get here for our family.
Snotlout: You can't do that Dad.
Tuffnut: Please sir, we will do whatever you ask of us.
Spitelout smiles sideways - It's good that you say it because I have what could be his redemption - the young people look at him curious about what he said - listen well, as I said, your stay here is compromised, therefore you will not be presented as candidates for the selection of squires, therefore they have another assignment, they will enter a task that will be their test to see if their training can continue... Of course, if they accept it.
Fishlegs: I'll do it sir- He signed up as quickly as possible.
Tuffnut and Ruffnut: So are we.
Snotlout: Ahggg... well me too... and what will the mission be?
Spitelout: Hoark.
Hoark: Yes, general?
Spitelout: Bring Mulch and Bucket... after that head to your post.
Hoark: Yes sir - he nods and then goes to look for those mentioned, when he returns with them they come with light armor and their swords.
Spitelout: Thank you - now go to the young people - you see, I imagine they know what day it is and its importance.
Fishlegs nods excitedly- The day of the Rebirth of the Barbarian Archipelago, also on this day all the kingdoms come to Berk to celebrate.
Spitelout: Yes, and this year is also very important because the heirs of the kingdoms will be officially presented - the young people were impressed by the news.
Snotlout: Wait, you mean Uncle Stoick didn't tell me to finally name me his heir today?
Spitelout: Refer to him for who he is - he gives his son a blow on the head - he is the king you are talking about... besides you are not the Snotlout heir, your cousin Hiccup is.
Snotlout in shock- Useless... but... but why him? I am better than him, I should be the heir.
Spitelout: Snotlout... that is no longer debatable and it is time for you to stop bothering him because from now on if you or any of your friends are seen causing that, they will not only be expelled from the academy but will also be locked in the dungeon. .. understood - the young people nodded - good... now for today you, along with Mulch and Bucket, will be part of your new staff.
The boys- What?!
Spitelout: Just like you heard it and it's not up for discussion... Understood?
Fislegs and the twins: Yes sir.
Spitelout: Snotlout understood?
Snotlout: Yes sir.
Spitelout: Well, now get ready, I want you to assist the heir as soon as possible.
The young men nodded and left with Mulch and Bucket while Spitelout stood watching them leave.
Spitelout: I hope I don't regret this.
He then proceeded to leave.
...
Fishlegs: Can you believe it... we will be part of the heir's guard.
Snotlout: And what's great about Fish Face?... I'm supposed to be named the Heir, useless not.
Tuffnut: Well that's very debatable.
Ruffnut: I agree brother, it's very difficult to choose between you and him.
Snotlout was surprised by his comments - But what are they talking about?... for years it was seen that I was the best option for be the heir... Everyone believed it, even the king.
Fishlegs: Yes, but that was 5 years ago... many things allowed that perspective to change.
Snotlout: Oh yeah, like which ones?
Ruffnut: What do you think? Hiccup had good physical development compared with you. Where you have to recognize it, there are even some young girls who pine for it.
Tuffnut: Or when it was the meeting with the Berserkers and you almost started the war, making King Oswald angry.
Fishlegs: And be thankful that your father was not present and did not find out on that occasion or else he would expel you.
Snotlout: Shut up Fish Face.
Fishlegs: Still you can't refuse, if you want to become a knight you must do it.
Ruffnut: In case we are all on the tightrope, I don't know about you but my brother and I will do it if we can be gentlemen with it.
Snotlout: Well... it still won't be complicated, it'll just be taking care of it, nothing difficult.
Mulch: Don't be so sure - the young people turn to see Mulch and Bucket who arrived looking somewhat serious - this day is not only important because of the presentation of heirs but also because of how people come from all corners of the Archipelago is unknown. with what intentions they come.
Bucket: Losing the heir would lead to bad consequences...so they must be as cautious as possible.
Mulch: Anyway... you're ready I guess - the young people nodded - well get ready, we must go start our task.
With armor on, the knights and aspiring knights left the barracks while they observed the streets of the kingdom, they began to fill with Berkians ready to begin, in the distance they could see ships from all over that began to arrive and their main view was the castle of Berk, where the King's royal guard was waiting for him to leave, while they would be the heir's guard.
Guard 1: It's about time they arrived.
Mulch: Sorry we had a slight delay.
Guard 3: You can tell... seriously, the general put 4 candidates to be part of the Haddock heir's guard?
Guard 4: Especially these 4?... From what I hear they will likely be expelled from the academy.
Guard 2: But doesn't Gobber decide that in the end?
Guard 1: You're right... don't ruin it okay?
The young men could see the guards' distrust, which was justified, but they were willing to redeem themselves if they were allowed to be knights.
Then they heard the doors open revealing King Stoick with his suit, his bearskin cape, his sword, and his Viking helmet, in his presence the others present bowed, then his son appeared wearing a red shirt and armor of brown leather, and a pair of shoulder pads, the left with the symbol of the Night Fury and the right with the symbol of Berk, his sword and a thin cape of bearskin.
Stoick: Is everything ready?
Guard 1: Yes sir... when you say we will leave.
Stoick: Are you ready son?
Hiccup: Yes Dad.
Stoick: Well, it's time - with that as a signal the guards got into position to protect whoever they were supposed to protect, while they headed to the docks where the first ships were already arriving.
On the docks you could see people going in all directions while Stoick and Hiccup saw how people were already getting off the ships, the first ones they received, were the Meatheads, king and heir.
Mogadon: Stoick, you old idiot... are you still alive? - he greeted me in a friendly manner.
Stoick: It's a pleasure to see you again Mogaddon...no doubt the years make you older.
Mogadon: Hahaha I say the same - he looks at Hiccup - And how are you Hiccup?... ready for this day? They will finally recognize you and my son.
Hiccup: Of course Mr. Mogadon... and how have you been Thuggory?- seeing the aforementioned.
Thuggory: Nothing changes... the kingdom of the Metheads still stands despite the attacks that happen near the border.
Stoick: So they haven't stopped?
Mogadon - sighs - I'm afraid not... although lately, we have had sightings of ships near the limits of the Archipelago.
Stoick: It would be good to have a council to talk about that topic in this regard.
Mogadon: It seems fair to me... well, if you don't mind, I and my son will retire, we hope to eat something after the trip.
Hiccup: Sure, make yourself at home.
The Meatheads left, while the next guests arrived, the Outcasts.
Alvin: Stoick...
Stoick: Alvin... it's good to see you today... by the way, where is your heir?
Alvin: My nephew arrived late because he is still on the boat but it won't be long - he said rolling his eyes, because he knew that his nephew was "distracted" with that shield maiden they brought, he just hoped she would arrive on time.
?: Uncle...
Alvin: Harlan, I'm glad you arrived - he said seriously - I guess you remember King Stoick and his son.
Harlan: Of course Uncle...- he looked at Stoick- his majesty- then he saw Hiccup- Hiccup.
Hiccup: Harlan...
The two looked at each other seriously because of all the heirs they were not the ones who got along well.
Harlan: I imagine that if you are here it is because in the end it was decided that you would be the heir, that did surprise me... but I wonder if you are up to the task- he said mockingly.
Hiccup: I imagine you're up to the task if you're sure of the commitment... I have heard that shieldmaidens are of good temper- he returned... if Hiccup learned anything from his father's lessons it was to pretend and not bow down to others.
Alvin: He is and believe me that's why he will be a great successor.
Stoick: Yes, I think the same about Hiccup... you can come in. Berk is the host for everyone today although I think they will behave.
Alvin: We can do that, so with his permission... your majesty- Alvin left, somewhat frustrated by that conversation.
Hiccup: Dad... do we have to receive everyone?
Stoick- sighs- Unfortunately yes Hiccup... and believe me I don't enjoy it as much as you do.
While the kings of other kingdoms continued to arrive with their heirs... Beren, the Iggys, the Toothy Ones, Wester, Naddod... each kingdom undoubtedly brought an heir who seemed prepared, which caused Hiccup to get nervous.
-Brother!.
Suddenly Hiccup found himself wrapped in a big hug by a muscular man... he already knew who it was.
Hiccup: Hello Dagur... I can't breathe well, could you let me go...
?: Now, Dagur, please let him go - a female voice rushed to say, which Dagur obeyed - Thank you... Hello Hiccup, how have you been? - The owner of the voice greeted in a friendly manner.
Hiccup: Well thanks Heather- he gave her a friendly smile.
Stoick: Dagur, Heather, it's a pleasure to see you...by the way, where is your father?
Heather tensed - Ahhh it's a difficult situation to explain... let's just say... she left.
Stoick and Hiccup were surprised by that... with Oswald, The Pleasant retired it means that...
Dagur: I know what you're thinking and the answer is yes... you are in the presence of the new Berserker King Dagur The Deranged.
Hiccup: I don't understand when all this happened.
Heather: We'd rather talk about this in private please...we'll explain later.
Stoick: Okay... so if Dagur is the new king that means that the one they will present as heir will be you Heather... or am I wrong?
Dagur: You're not wrong... my sister is very capable of taking charge- while Dagur started talking to Stoick, Hiccup went over to talk to Heather.
Hiccup: You seriously don't care about the burden of the heir, Heather?
Heather: The truth is... a bit Hiccup... well, 1 week ago was calmly practicing fighting skills and suddenly I found out that, my father abdicated the throne, Dagur was crowned king, and now I am the heir to the Berserker throne.
Hiccup: Yes, well I don't get the idea that my dad thinks I'm ready.
Heather: Calm down... there's nothing you have to worry about anyway.
Hiccup: At least I'm glad that a good friend is accompanying me in this - Hiccup smiles genuinely as does Heather, the two have known each other for years so they have a good relationship.
Dagur: Well - The respective heirs returned to the conversation of the elders - I have seen that almost everyone is already gathered... by the way, I doubt something.
Stoick: Go ahead and ask...
Dagur: It's about the sightings of ships near the limits of the Archipelago.
Stoick: Did you find out too?
Dagur: The merchant Johann talks a lot...and this has to be talked about with the other kingdoms.
Stoick: I agree... but first we have to receive the last guests who have already arrived.
The 4 turned to see the last ones who were arriving. When Hiccup saw them she relaxed a little, he saw a very familiar face between them. The kingdom of the Bog Burglars. The leader of the group approached them to introduce herself properly.
Stoick: Bertha, Camicazi, it's good to see you again.
Berta smiled - Stoick, how have you been... I imagine you've been bored.
Stoick: Well I'm still standing hahaha.
Bertha: Yes I can see it... but look at this if you are the Berserker brothers, where is Oswald, maybe that old man hasn't arrived yet.
Stoick: In fact, it seems Oswald has retired and Dagur has taken his place. Upon hearing this, the Bog Burglars were surprised.
Camicazi: Don't kid me... are you the new king of Berserk?...may Odin protect them- she said mockingly, addressing Dagur.
Dagur: More respect dwarf, when dealing with me, maintain respect.
Camicazi: Don't call me a dwarf.
Heather: Calm down both of you, I don't understand how you are always like this when you see each other.
Hiccup: You know how Cami is, very smart.
Camicazi: Wow, excuse me if you don't like my attitude, then go away - I look at it seriously.
Hiccup: hahahaha... it's good to see you Cami.
Camicazi left his serious attitude and started laughing. "Good to see you too, Hiccup, do you still dream that you're a knight?"
Camicazi's revelation caused Hiccup embarrassment, causing him to go to complain to him.
Hiccup: That was a secret between friends.
Camicazi: Calm down now, will you?
Heather: It's fun to see this.
Camicazi turned to see Heather- By the way Heather, now that Dagur is king, will you be the heir?
Heather nodded.
Camicazi: That's great... that way there are more friendly faces to see.
Bertha: Without a doubt, it will be an interesting year.
Stoick: No way... for now let's go to where the festival is being held, then we will proceed to go to The Cove for the ceremony.
Dagur: Sounds good to me... and then we could have that meeting with the other kings of the Archipelago.
Bertha: What meeting?
Stoick: You'll see...for now let's go.
Everyone proceeded to leave without realizing that a hooded man had heard them. He proceeded to leave, smiling maliciously. This day would undoubtedly be one to remember... as it would mark the end of the times of peace in the Barbarian Archipelago.
To be continued...
How are you all, I hope you are well and that you like my new chapter. By the way, the name of the kingdoms, although they do not belong to me, I wanted to include them to give it more variety, I respect the work of those who own them, so I apologize if it bothered you that I had included them. See you in the next chapter.
Thank you.