Ep 12. The Queen Must Die
- TV-PG
- August 1, 2015
- 43 min
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7.5 (167)
The Queen Must Die is the twelfth episode of the second season of Atlantis, a fantasy-adventure drama television series. The show follows the journey of Jason, a modern-day man who finds himself transported to the mythical city of Atlantis, where he becomes a hero and fights alongside his new friends against monsters, gods, and other threats.
In this episode, the young Queen Ariadne, ruler of Atlantis, finds herself facing a crisis as a deadly pandemic spreads throughout the kingdom, killing many of her subjects. With her people looking to her for leadership and protection, Ariadne desperately searches for a solution to the illness, but to her horror, she discovers that the source of the disease is one of the most trusted and respected members of her court.
Horrified and betrayed, Ariadne realizes that the only way to stop the illness from spreading any further is to make the ultimate sacrifice and offer up the life of the traitor to the gods. But as the queen prepares to carry out the execution, she finds herself met with fierce opposition from her own council and advisors, who believe that this brutal act is unworthy of a ruler and will only further damage Atlantis's already shaky reputation.
As tensions rise and alliances are tested, Ariadne must struggle to balance her own conscience with the needs of her people, and decide whether to follow her heart or her head. With the fate of the entire city hanging in the balance, the episode builds to a thrilling climax as the queen grapples with the terrible weight of her duty and her love for her subjects, ultimately leading to a shocking and unforgettable conclusion.
The Queen Must Die is a gripping and emotional episode that explores themes of leadership, sacrifice, and the tenuous nature of power in a world beset by danger and fear. With stunning visuals, expertly crafted action sequences, and masterful performances from a talented ensemble cast, this installment of Atlantis is sure to leave viewers riveted and eager for the next chapter in this epic story.
