A reckless young prince, driven by boredom and arrogance, dares to challenge the mighty Sea Tsar for his mysterious ocean kingdom. But the kingdom of coral and currents is no ordinary realm—and its ruler is no ordinary foe.

When the prince is tasked with three impossible riddles, his only hope lies in the wisdom of a sea witch: Vasilisa, a sorceress who knows the language of birds, the secrets of storms, and the warning signs of hubris.

What begins as a bold quest for glory becomes a haunting parable of greed and consequence. Will the prince conquer the sea—or be consumed by it?

Told in lyrical verse and brimming with vivid imagery, The Kingdom of the Sea Tsar is a modern illustrated fairy tale with ancient echoes. Perfect for fans of dark folklore, mythic fantasy, and cautionary tales with a poetic twist.

This story is written by Jade Maitre at Storyberries. You can read along with this story at Storyberries.com by clicking here.

The story is read by Jade Maitre.