Greyskull Tales
Episode #1
THE SORCERER OF GREYSKULL
By John M. T’lustachowski
Scene 1
EXT- SNAKE MOUNTAIN - NIGHT.
Fade In Slowly. Pan in slowly on the dark silhouette of Snake Mountain. Lightning flickers in the distance. Carl Orff’s O Fortuna ominously echoes, as we pan in on the head.
INT- SNAKE MOUNTAIN- THRONE ROOM. NIGHT
SKELETOR Stands at the mouth of Snake Mountain as the storm draws nearer. Lightning bolts are now clearly visible, and we hear the loud clap of thunder. SKELETOR holds up his havoc staff. Enter EVIL-LYNN
EVIL LYNN
Skeletor, have the spirits recharged the Havoc Staff yet?
SKELETOR
Not yet, Evil-Lynn. But the time is nigh...
EVIL-LYNN
(looking uneasy at the Storm)
Are you certain this will work, Skeletor?
The power of the Sorceress is great...
Cut suddenly to E.C.U. of the Havoc Staff, as lightning crackles into its head. SKELETOR is covered in an eerie blue light. Fade.
SKELETOR
Ha ha ha HAHHH!!
THE POWER IS MINE!!!
SKELETOR whirls to EVIL-LYN and blows apart a magical model of Castle Greyskull. EVIL-LYNN’S eyes are wide with fear.
SKELETOR
Certain I can take Greyskull??
Does this convince you??
EVIL LYNN
I will contact the others to begin phase two..
SKELETOR
Excellent! Soon , I, Skeletor shall be undisputed Master of the Universe! Ha ha ha HAAA!!
Pan in on SKELETOR’S skull. Fade to yellow.
SCENE 2
EXT - TWILIGHT- SANDS OF TIME DESERT
Above the dunes of the desert, smoke plumes from the burning wreck of a transport ship. Enter HE-MAN riding BATTLECAT.
He contacts his friends via his wrist-communicator.
HE-MAN
There, BattleCat. That must be the ship that sent the distress call. He-Man to Duncan, Man-at-Arms, we’ve sighted the downed ship. I’m going to check for survivors.
TEELA’S VOICE (O.S.)
Be careful He-Man.
HE-MAN
I will, Teela. He-Man out.
HE-MAN enters the burning wreck with BATTLE-CAT. Smouldering debris litters the desert. A beeper leads him inside.
HE-MAN
Looks pretty bad, Battle-Cat.
I have life signs...That way...
Unceremoniously, HE-MAN puts his fist through the wall, and pulls it open like paper. Both enter the dark smokey room. Fire flickers off his face, as he finds a woman lying unconscious on the floor. He kneels to pick her up.
HE-MAN
Easy, miss. I’ve got you.
Battle Cat, check the hall for more wounded.
Suddenly, a blue glow surrounds HE-MAN & paralyzes him.
HE-MAN
Wait! I...I can’t move!
As the glow fades, the woman reappears as EVIL-LYNN.
She laughs mockingly, as SKELETOR and his henchmen appear.
EVIL-LYNN
Ha ha haa!!
Why, He-man, I didn’t know you cared!
HE-MAN
Evil- Lynn!!
Run, Battle-Cat! It’s a trap!
As Battle-Cat makes a run for the door, he is hit by a stun-blast by
SKELETOR. Cut to 3/4 view of BATTLE-CAT unconscious.
SKELETOR
You’re not going anyplace!
EVIL-LYNN
(Placing black Tiara on his head)
And this will drain your powers, as well as prevent you from psychically warning the Sorceress!
SKELETOR
How I’ve longed for this moment, He-Man.
Not even you can stop me now!
Soon, Castle Greyskull, and all of its secrets will be mine!
As it was always meant to be! Our long, costly struggle has ended!
The only was it could have ended:
With Skeletor, the new Master of the Universe!
Jitsu! Skele-droids: Guard him well!
And now, my minions...TO GREYSKULL!!
As SKELETOR and his followers teleport away. Pan in to a C.U. of HE-MAN, as he closes his eyes in pain. He thinks to himself.
HE-MAN
I failed you, Sorceress. I really failed you.
Forgive me.
VERY SLOWLY DISSOLVE .
SCENE 3
EXT- BERMUDA AIR FORCE BASE- DAY.
BEGIN WITH LONG-LENS OVER-VIEW OF THE ISLAND BASE.
FADE IN TITLE CARD:
PLANET EARTH: BERMUDA AIR FORCE BASE.
JUNE 21, 1998 10:00 HOURS
As we track over the island, we see the first glimpse of the experimental ‘WARBIRD’ class fighter, as COMMANDER JOHN DAVID TYLER
heads to his plane, with ‘DOC ‘ MILLER.
DOC
(nervously)
‘You sure you know what you’re doing?
I mean, why not get a regular test-pilot for this?
TYLER
Thanks for the vote of confidence, Doc!
DOC
Seriously, John.
Why is so important for you to be the first one to take her up?
TYLER
She’s my plane, Doc. I designed her.
That plane represents the last ten years of my life. And since she is the first Nuclear Powered plane, I’m the only one who has any idea of how to control her.
DOC
You’re right, John.
I’m worrying needlessly.
Good luck, son.
TYLER
Thanks, Doc.
As they head to the massive plane, we see MITCHELL doing his final maintenance checks by the open cockpit, as TYLER climbs up, helmet in hand.
MITCHELL
Pre-flight program is runnin’ , sir.
Everything‘s a green light.
TYLER
Thanks, Mitchell.
MITCHELL
Whew!
She’s a mean lookin’ sucker, ain’t she, sir?
TYLER
Yeah, well, I designed her, that way.
She only has one purpose.
MITCHELL
What’s that, sir?
TYLER
She kills other airplanes.
Period.
MITCHELL
Inverted sweep-winger.
Yeah, that’ll do it!
The carrier, America will rendevous with you at point Charlie. Good luck, sir!
TYLER
Thanks, Mitchell.
I’ll see you when I get back.
Cut to TYLER in the cockpit, as he hits a few overhead switches, closing the canopy and prep the engines. He communicates with the tower through his helmet headset.
TOWER (O.S.)
WARBIRD one, your pattern is clear.
Initiate VTOL units now.
TYLER
WARBIRD one, here. That’s a rodge.
Lifting off now. Stand by.
Blue flame jets from underneath the Warbird, as she prepares to lift off vertically. Escort planes speed by in the distance.
TOWER (O.S.)
Warbird One, your F-16 escort planes will be coming up on your starboard wing.
Mach 1.8 and closing.
TYLER
Mornin’ boys, lovely day!
Once were over the ocean, I’ll open her up and see what she can do.
F-16 PILOT (O.S.)
Roger, Commander Tyler!
F-16 PILOT #2 (O.S.)
WARBIRD One, we’re over open water now. Accelerating to Mach 2.1.
See if you can keep up, sir!
TYLER
(almost to himself)
Keep up?
Heh heh heh!!
I love sweep wings!
Cut to exterior long-shot, As the WARBIRD slowly levitates up, and two
F-16’s scream past. Title card appears below the WARBIRD.
0000.00 MPH
0.0 G
Suddenly, blue afterburner kick in as the WARBIRD arcs over the base. A sonic-boom erupts, as everyone on the ground recoils as the WARBIRD takes to the air.
2,875.53 MPH
8.4 G
Cut to F-16 pilot’s P.O.V. as the pilot glances down at his planes shadow on the water. We then see the WARBIRD’s giant shadow quickly catching up!
F-16 PILOT
Holy— He’s topping Mach 4 at sea level!!
He’s passing us!
F-16 PILOT #2 (O.S.)
Like we’re standing still!!
Cut back to exterior shot of the WARBIRD, as it arcs over the ocean. It’s immense heat sends up plumes of steam, and a rainbow of water behind the plane.
TYLER
I don’t believe this thing!
It wants to go even faster!
DOC (O.S.)
Don’t do it, Tyler!
I don’t know if the wings can take that kind of stress!!
TYLER
Don’t worry, Doc.
Even if the wings can take it, I can’t!!
I’m already at eight G’s and it hurts!!
Cut to exterior shot, as we see the weather condition is rapidly changing. The water vapors begin to rapidly form a brutal, spiraling storm. It begins to catch up.
DOC
(at base)
Good!
Ease her down!
And get back on course to the Carrier!
Quick cross-cut, as a nearby bolt of lightning knocks out his communications.
TYLER
What are you talking about??
Computer says I’m on course!
Doc? Can you hear me?
DOC? Some kinda freak storm!
Instruments going haywire!
Do you read me Bermuda Base?
DO YOU READ ME??
Immediately cut back to the TOWER, as techs watch their screen trying to determine what happening. The WARBIRD vanishes from all scopes simultaneously.
DOC
John? Are you there?
We’ve picked up a storm in the Bermuda triangle, just north of you!
John? Can you hear me??
Get back on course to the Carrier!!
John?
JOHN!
TECH #1
WARBIRD One, you’re fading out!
Do you read me Warbird One?
Do you read me?
Warbird One, this is Bermuda Air Force Base, please respond, over!
TECH #2
My God... He- he’s gone...
TECH #1
Confirmed, Doctor Miller.
Negative radar contact.
He just.. disappeared.
DOC
Keep looking...
TECH #2
Warbird One, this is Bermuda Air Force base.
Do you copy, Sir?
Commander Tyler, do you read us?
This is Bermuda--
DOC
F-16 Escorts, any sign of him? Anything...at all?
F-16 PILOT (O.S.)
That’s a negative, Bermuda base.
We’re over last known location now.
No storm...or Warbird...
DOC
My God...John...
F-16 PILOT #2 (O.S.)
Carrier America is launching her rescue choppers, sir. They should be on site in a few minutes. But we still have n’t seen flares or debris of any kind...
DOC
We have nothing on radar. Return to base, F-16’s. There’s nothing more you can do. We’ll just have to see if the helicopters can find him.
F-16 PILOT #1 (O.S)
Roger that, Bermuda base. En route, over.
Pan in on Doc Miller’s sad face as he closes his eyes. Very slowly fade to black.
SCENE #4
ETERNIAN OCEAN- EXT - DAY
START with an immediate flash of lightning, as the storm collapses in and upon itself, creating a spiraling white vortex. The Warbird disappears from the face of the Earth and reappears over the red-orange sky of Planet Eternia.
Cut to wide-angle shot, as the WARBIRD hovers motionless on her VTOL jets. Pan in.
We cut to C.U. of TYLER unconscious in his cockpit. He slowly come to. His helmet is cracked open, meaning whatever he hit, he hit hard! Holding his bloodied forehead, he looks around at his controls, trying to get his bearings. The land is unrecognizable.
TYLER
(To Himself)
Uhhh...my head. What the hell was that...?
Must’ve blacked-out. VTOL-jets kicked in automatically.
At least the storm’s gone. Instruments seem to be working...but where the hell am I?
What happened to the Land masses? Everything looks...different.
Cut to exterior shot as the WARBIRD flies over dense jungles,
barren wasteland and a building: None other than Castle Greyskull.
TYLER
Even the sky looks..wrong.
I’d better put down.
I think I saw some kind of structure down there,
and I need some answers.
SCENE #5
EXT- CASTLE GREYSKULL
TYLER emerges from the thick ferns around CASTLE GREYSKULL. Its hideous snarling skull is not the most welcome sight he’s ever seen, but he still needs answers.
TYLER
Where the hell am I?
Storm must’ve pulled me into the heart of the Bermuda Triangle. Okay... Well, I guess that place is the only place nearby. But I need some answers... Now what..?
As TYLER glances from behind the fern, he see’s a bright glow appear on the path before GREYSKULL. From it, ENTER SKELETOR and MINIONS.
CUT TO E.C.U. Of TYLER’S eyes as he glares at SKELETOR.
SKELETOR fixes his gaze on CASTLE GREYSKULL.
SKELETOR
Sorceress... I will rule Castle Greyskull this day!
Oppose me, if you dare!
Cut to TYLER’S P.O.V. as he glances up to the tower. There, in the window, a white glow appears. The Glow forms into a great FALCON. Then, incredibly, the FALCON transforms into the beautiful form of the SORCERESS OF GREYSKULL. Cut to TYLER
SORCERESS
Your evil magic is no match for the ultimate good of Castle Greyskull.
Return to Snake Mountain, Skeletor, and trouble me no more!
With a simple hand gesture, they are all entrapped beneath a transparent dome.
TRAP-JAW
We’re trapped!
EVIL-LYNN
I can’t teleport us out!
SKELETOR
Enough games, Sorceress!
I WILL rule Castle Greyskull this day!
With that Skeletor blasts the shield with his Havoc staff. With a bright flash the shield disappears. The Sorceress recoils in horror. Skeletor, then blasts at her.
SKELETOR
It’s over, Sorceress!
Part of the Tower collapses, as the Sorceress falls from the window with a scream.
Cross-Cut back to TYLER, as he instinctively raises his hand, and in response, he gently levitates her to the ground. TYLER is completely baffled by what has just happened. As is the Sorceress.
TYLER
Oh no..She’s falling! I have to do...Wha-?
SORCERESS
Uhhh....What? I- I’m slowing...But how?
I didn’t have time to cast...?
Unfortunately, SKELETOR is not as impressed. As soon as the Sorceress lands, he blasts her to the ground. In tears, she calls upon her last resort: HE-MAN.
SKELETOR
Impressive, Sorceress. But enough!
Not even your power can resist my new Havoc Staff!
SORCERESS
He-Man!!
He-Man...Come to Castle Greyskull, immediately...
He-Man..?
SKELETOR
Ha ha ha haaaa!
No. We’ve taken care of He-Man already!
Look around, Sorceress: No one to save you, this time!
Immediate cross-cut to TYLER, as he watches SKELETOR gloating over the SORCERESS.
TYLER
(to himself)
I wish I had something to throw at him, that I knew would hurt him...Wha-?
Cut to C.U. of TYLER’S hand, as a bright yellow glowing sphere appears. Cut back to SKELETOR as he lowers his Havoc Staff at the SORCERESS.
SKELETOR
And now, Sorceress, with one touch of my Havoc Staff, you will be no more...
Weakly the Sorceress raises her hands awaiting the end. But before the blow is struck, SKELETOR is blasted by a yellow flash from behind. He is thrown asides, and his Staff clatters away. Cut to Tyler, as he emerges from the woods. His hands still glowing.
TYLER
Let her go!
EVIL LYNN
Eh...?
Kill him!
EVIL-LYNN blasts at TYLER’S heart. Instinctively, TYLER puts up one glowing hand, and deflects the spell back at her. EVIL-LYNN falls with a scream.
Cut to BEAST-MAN as he attacks. He lunges headlong at TYLER.
C.U. to TYLER as grabs BEAST-MAN’S wrist and flips him over his shoulder. Three down.
TRAP-JAW
‘Gotta draw him away from Beast-Man...
TRAP-JAW fires two lasers at TYLER. One as a warning, the other at his head. Again, TYLER’S glowing hand deflects the attack. TRAP-JAW’S laser arm explodes. As he crumples to the ground, screaming and clutching his smouldering shoulder.
As TYLER glances down as he sees a shadow from an attacker from behind. He moves just in time, as MERMAN slashes his sword downwards. TYLER grabs his wrist, and punches into MERMAN’S hideous, fish-like face. Green Blood spurts as he falls.
Suddenly, TYLER’S arms are pinned, as TRI-KLOPS gets him into a bear-hug from behind. As he begins to squeeze the life out of TYLER, he acts upon his last resort:
TYLER butts his head back into TRI-KLOPS face, smashing his magic visor and blinding him. As he falls, the battle of GREYSKULL ends.
Cut to a long lens overview, as TYLER stands over all of his downed adversaries, trying to catch his breath. Then cut to the C.U. of the appreciative look of the SORCERESS, as she smiles weakly, then slowly goes unconscious outside of Greyskull.
TYLER begins picking up and throwing the unconscious villains back into their portal.
TYLER
I don’t know who any of you people are, or where you came from, but this should send you back where you belong.
TYLER is suddenly hit in the shoulder by a blast from SKELETOR. TYLER is knocked backwards, as SKELETOR wounded and enraged climbs to his feet.
SKELETOR
Who...are..you..?
TYLER
Name’s John...
With that TYLER blasts SKELETOR again, and hurls him into the portal.
TYLER
And I really don’t care who you are!
Then TYLER turns his attention to the SORCERESS and kneels beside her. Gently, he picks her up, and gesture to the JAWBRIDGE as it slowly lowers.
TYLER
(to Sorceress)
You, however, I’m very interested in...
Sorceress is out cold. She’s beautiful...whoever she is.
I just hope she’ll be alright. Let’s see if we can get this door open...
Cut to rear view of TYLER as he enters CASTLE GREYSKULL,
carrying the beautiful, unconscious SORCERESS inside. (Fade)
SCENE #6
INT- CASTLE GREYSKULL- NIGHT
Cut to long-lens pan of the interior MAIN HALL of CASTLE GREYSKULL, as TYLER carries the SORCERESS inside. He comments nervously as he walks past the hideous snarling statues, and stops at the foot of the stairs leading to the throne.
TYLER
Well, I like the way you didn’t go overboard on furniture!
What’s a nice girl like you... Sheesh!
We follow TYLER as he CARRIES the SORCERESS up the spiraling stairs, to the SORCERESS’S bedroom. There is a large satin-covered bed, guarded by a golden falcon carving. Gently, he lies her on the bed, and sits besides her. He is captivated by her incredible courage, as well as her flawless beauty.
TYLER
(almost to himself)
I wonder if this..ability..of mine can help her?
I just hope I don’t hurt her... Lord she’s beautiful...I...I feel...
TYLER gently touches her forehead, causing a faint blue glow of a healing spell. He finds himself more and more attracted to her. She is unconscious, but dream-like he is drawn to her by her FALCON’S eyes. As a bolt of lightning flashes outside, they are silhouetted, as he kisses her.
TYLER
(to himself)
Well, good work, John!
You’ve only been here five minutes, and you’ve already made six enemies!
But I did make one friend. Now, I guess I just wait for this ‘He-Man’ character to get here.
And so much for the ‘Prince Charming’ wake-up kiss!
Cut to an over-the-shoulder view, as TYLER glances at the SORCERESS’ mirror. Slowly, her reflection fades out, and he sees motion. TYLER looks curiously, at it, as the motion takes form: A barbarian riding a striped tiger! He looks at the SORCERESS
TYLER
Now what?
Something appearing in the Sorceress’ mirror!
Some kind of barbarian on a Tiger! And the Sorceress is still out cold!
TYLER
(taking her hand)
Don’t worry, Sorceress.
I’ll defend your Castle for you.
I just hope I can take this guy...
TYLER hurries from the bedroom to the stairs.
TYLER
(To himself)
I think I saw some weapons downstairs.
No one’s going to hurt you, Sorceress.
She was injured before, because I waited too long to act.
I won’t let that happen again! This should do nicely!
TYLER takes a magic Battle-Axe that begins to glow in his hand. (Fade)
SCENE #7
INT- CASTLE GREYSKULL HALL- NIGHT
HE-MAN approaches GREYSKULL riding his fearsome BATTLE-CAT. He is still visibly weakened as he raises his sword to open the JAW-BRIDGE.
HE-MAN
I still can’t contact the Sorceress, Battle Cat.
But who else could have broken Skeletor’s spell and freed us? Where are they?
By the power of Greyskull , I command the Jaw-Bridge...opened!
Cross-cut to TYLER’S P.O.V. as the gate lowers. Still fearing for the SORCERESS’ safety, he uses his magic to raise the bridge from the half-opened position.
TYLER
And I command it closed!
HE-MAN
I don’t know who he is, but he must be holding the Sorceress!
Now, let’s pull it open, Battle Cat!
Cut to HE-MAN as he throws his grappling line to the bar across the Jawbbridge ,as he and BATTLE-CAT ever so slow force the bridge open. TYLER is unable to pull against the both of them. He freezes the bridge half-open, and half-closed.
TYLER
(c.u.)
Uhhhnnnnn!!! This guy is strong!
I can’t hold it shut! Only one choice...Yarrr!
That should buy me enough time to get into position...
HE-MAN
(c.u.)
He froze the Jaw-bridge half-closed!
Hold the line, Battle Cat. I’m going up!
Cross-cut to TYLER’S P.O.V. as he looks up at HE-MAN on top of the Jawbridge, with his sword drawn. TYLER stands ready with his power-axe. Cross-cut.
TYLER
(to himself)
He won’t touch the Sorceress...
HE-MAN
Another magical trixter using his powers for his own evil purposes! Well, no more!
With that, HE-MAN leaps down at TYLER, sword drawn. To HE-MAN’S surprise, TYLER does not retreat a step, but rather, charges forwards as well. Sword & axe crash together in a shower of sparks. TYLER is knocked back, but immediately counters, catching HE-MAN’S sword. Both fight as hard as they possibly can.
HE-MAN
Oooofff!!!
Knocked me off-balance!
He’s tough, whoever he is!
TYLER
Whoa! This guy is strong!
I can’t go toe-to-toe with him!
As their weapons lock, both struggle face-to-face, trying to gain the advantage of footing.
HE-MAN
I don’t know who you are or where you came from,
but I’m sure you don’t belong here!
TYLER
Well, that makes two of us, don’t it?
Because I don’t know who you are either!
But I won’t let you harm the Sorceress!
HE-MAN’S eyes widen for a moment in shock, as TYLER presses the attack. Mightily he smashes the power-sword down, HE-MAN counters by grabbing his arm, and throwing him aside. TYLER recovers and stands ready, desperately.
TYLER
I’m warning you, stay away from her!
HE-MAN
What? I was wrong about him!
TYLER hurls a blast knocking the power sword out of his grasp .He reverts to ADAM. Before the next blow is struck, there is a bright light. Both gladiators recoil. As vision is restored, TYLER sees the SORCERESS sitting up in bed. She is still weakened and confused. But she is alive and well. That relieves TYLER, as he lowers his force-axe.
TYLER
My eyes!!! Oh--It’s you, Sorceress. Are you alright?
SORCERESS
Yes...but...He-Man..?
TYLER
He-Man...?
Him?
SORCERESS
Yes...
TYLER
You are He-Man?
HE-MAN
Yes.
TYLER
(repairs his sword & returns it to him)
In that case... I owe you an apology.
I did not know you were He-Man.
HE-MAN
I don’t understand...
TYLER
You will. But this will be tough to explain...
SORCERESS
Perhaps you can show us- with a simple mind-projection spell.
There, now tell your tale, stranger...
TYLER smiles as the SORCERESS gently touches his forehead. A faint red glowing sphere appears, dub-in previous still scenes as TYLER narrates.
TYLER
Well, as far back as I can remember, I was test flying my experimental new Warbird fighter over Bermuda. My instruments fouled-up and I was drawn into the heart of the Bermuda triangle.
HE-MAN
Bermuda..?
TYLER
When I emerged, I landed at the first structure I saw, namely yours. That’s when that skeleton-thing attacked. I’m sorry I didn’t help you sooner. I didn’t know what to do or how to do it. To be honest with you, I still don’t!
SORCERESS
That’s alright. I’m glad there was someone there to help.
TYLER
My pleasure.
Anyway, I managed to hold off the attack, and brought you inside.
TYLER breaks off embarrassedly, as the visions show him kiss the SORCERESS while she was unconscious. There are various reactions: HE-MAN stifles a laugh, TYLER blushes and stutters, as the SORCERESS glances up at him, and smiles patiently.
TYLER
I..uhh...*ahem*...
Anyway, I knew someone called ‘He-Man’ was on the way, but when you came, I didn’t know who you were. I’m sorry about our little battle there, but I thought you were going to try and hurt the Sorceress...
HE-MAN
I understand...
SORCERESS
It would seem you flew into a Star Portal. They are the only forces that could have brought you here, and grant you such enormous powers. They are extremely rare...
TYLER
Uh...where IS here?
And who are you?
SORCERESS
I am Zoar, the Sorceress of Castle Greyskull. And this is He-Man.
We defend the Castle against the forces of evil.
HE-MAN
And who are you?
TYLER
Name’s John. John Tyler. But I’m still a little confused by all this.
Why is everyone after Greyskull?
SORCERESS
Castle Greyskull is the Source of many ancient secrets and powers.
Had Skeletor gained possession of them, all of planet Eternia would have fallen to him.
TYLER
Eternia...?
SORCERESS
Yes, this is planet Eternia.
And here, we are engaged in a constant war against evil.
Today, you saved us all, my dear friend..
TYLER
Another...planet..?
SORCERESS
The portal is closed, John Tyler. I’m sorry, but...
TYLER
Yeah, I know: One-way trip.
SORCERESS
I’m afraid so...
HE-MAN
Eternia is ruled by King Randor Eternos.
Although he is a good and benevolent King, he is unjustly despised by many.
Such as Skeletor.
TYLER
One man rules the world?
HE-MAN
More or less. King Randor rules over the lesser kings of various regions.
TYLER
And what about this...Skele-tor?
HE-MAN
He claimed the Fang Mountain Region, up North.
He has many evil followers, only a few of which you saw today.
He has vowed to take Castle Greyskull and all of Eternia.
The Sorceress has always defended Greyskull in the past, I protect the rest of Eternia.
TYLER
You mean you live here ?
Alone?
HE-MAN
Maybe you should meet King Randor, to see what you think of one another.
As HE-MAN whistles, a small TALON FIGHTER flies out of the woods, and stops outside the Castle, TYLER glances at the lovely face of the SORCERESS, in no real rush to leave.
TYLER
Alright, hold it...Look, I may be new here and all- But leaving wounded people in a targeted Castle, somehow doesn’t strike me as a good idea!
HE-MAN
Ha haa! No need to worry.
The Sorceress and I have a strong psychic link.
If anything goes wrong here, I can be back in a few minutes.
TYLER
‘You sure, Sorceress?
SORCERESS
(very weakly)
Yes...
TYLER
Alright , He-Man.
But would you mind waiting outside for a minute
HE-MAN
Hmmm...?
TYLER
I’d like to talk to the Sorceress...alone...
HE-MAN
(exit He-Man & Battle Cat)
Oh, of course!
If you’ll excuse us, Sorceress.
Come on, Battle Cat...
TYLER
Good man. Good man.
Sorceress...Zoar-Are you sure you’ll be alright here?
All alone?
SORCERESS
Yes.
I’ll be alright...
TYLER
Well, in seeing the way I feel about you, The way I hope you feel about me- After I go and see that king of his, I could come back here and help take care of you and your castle until you are well again.
SORCERESS
(smiles knowingly)
It might take a few days...
TYLER
It seems I have plenty of time...
SORCERESS
Alright then...
TYLER
(takes her hand)
Ok, I’ll be back as soon as I can.
But if you need me while I’m gone , hit the telepathy.
I can be here in an instant. Better than his few minutes.
SORCERESS
(smiles again)
Thank you for your concern, John.
TYLER
(kisses her again)
Oh yes. One more very important thing I wanted to say before I go.
But for now, just between you and me.. I think I’m in love.
I knew I shouldn’t have done that...
SORCERESS
Why not...?
TYLER
Because now, I really don’t want to leave you!
SORCERESS
(laughing)
Ah ha ha ha ha haa!
Go on , John. I‘ll be alright.
If I need you, I will call!
TYLER
Take care of yourself, Sorceress.
And remember...
With that, TYLER silently lips the words, "I love you’ as he heads off
SORCERESS
(soliloquy on the verge of tears)
And I think I have fallen in love with you, John. But I fear I have seen your kind before.
Once you’ve met Teela or any of the younger, more beautiful women of planet Eternia, you’ll forget all about me: ‘Zoar, the old widow of Greyskull’
Oh, face it, Zoar, old girl, he’s not coming back.
And if he does, it will only be to repent what he just said.
You will always be alone...
Pan in on the Sorceress, as she slowly cries herself to sleep. Very slowly fade to black.
EXT-GREYSKULL FLATS -NIGHT
TYLER emerges from GREYSKULL and heads past HE-MAN’S TALON to his WARBIRD hidden in the ferns beyond. It takes off with running lights blazing.
HE-MAN
Hop aboard.
TYLER
No thanks. I’ve got my own plane!
Cut to the massive form of the WARBIRD as it levitates above GREYSKULL on its VTOL jets, its spot-light falls in the TALON. The WARBIRD is five times its size.
TYLER
Which way, He-Man?
HE-MAN
We’re on course. Just stay on my wing.
TYLER
Roger, He-man. I hope you don’t mind, but I don’t want to spend a whole lot of time here...
HE-MAN
Oh...?
TYLER
I promised the Sorceress I’d come back, and help watch over her...Er..her Castle, that is!
HE-MAN (smiles to himself)
Gotcha! You like her, don’t you?
TYLER
Very much. Never met anyone like her...
HE-MAN
We’re coming up on Palace Eternia.
TEELA (O.S.)
Talon T-36 ! Come in please!
HE-MAN
Talon T-36 here. Requesting permission to land...
TEELA (O.S.)
He-Man, there is an unidentifiable aircraft directly behind you!
HE-MAN
He’s with me, Teela. We’re here to see King Randor.
TEELA
(cross-cut to control room)
Friend or foe?
HE-MAN
A friend.
TEELA
Very well, He-Man. Landing bay six is clear.
HE-MAN
I think we may need bays six and seven for this thing!
TEELA
Your pattern is clear, He-Man.
Stay on course. I’ll see you when you land.
Teela out.
TYLER
Who’s that?
HE-MAN
Oh, that’s Teela.
She’s Captain of the Royal guard.
She’s a very good friend of mine..er.. What I mean is...
TYLER
Gotcha!
Slow fade, as the WARBIRD and the TALON fighters head for PALACE ETERNIA.
SCENE #8
PALACE ETERNIA- EXT- NIGHT
Cut to C.U. of chess set, as DUNCAN & ORKO play. ENTER TYLER & HE-MAN
DUNCAN
Check, Orko!
Ready to Admit defeat...again?
ORKO
Oh, no...Not again!
HE-MAN
Duncan, Orko, I’d like you to meet a new friend of mine...
TYLER
Hello.
HE-MAN
John, this is Duncan, our man-at-arms.
-And that’s Orko, our court magician.
DUNCAN
Hello, John.
Where are you from?
TYLER
Another planet...
A place called Earth.
DUNCAN
Earth..?
TYLER
Yes?
You mean you’ve heard of it?
DUNCAN
Why, yes!
Our Queen, Marlena is from planet Earth...
ORKO
Can you help me...?
TYLER
Hmm...try moving the knight.
DUNCAN
Check!
TYLER
Now the Rook...
DUNCAN
Check.
TYLER
Bishop.
DUNCAN
Uhh....check...
TYLER
Checkmate!
ORKO
Yahoo! I win!
Thanks!
DUNCAN
Well done, John!
TYLER
Thanks.
We’re here to see King Randor..?
DUNCAN
He’s still in the Council Chamber, He-Man.
HE-MAN
Care to join us?
DUNCAN
Why not?
Cut to a long-lens overview of the throne room. RANDOR & MARLENA are on their thrones. Enter, HE-MAN, DUNCAN, TYLER , AND ORKO.
KING RANDOR
Greetings, He-Man, and...
HE-MAN
John, your majesty. John Tyler...
MARLENA
John Tyler..?
The last time I heard a name like that, was back on Earth!
DUNCAN
Funny you should say that...
MARLENA
What’s that?
TYLER
I am from Earth.
New York, to be exact.
Where were you from, Queen Marlena?
MARLENA
Orlando, Florida.
But I did some astronaut training in New York!
I was on an off-course space flight. How did you get here?
TYLER
I’m still not altogether sure!
According to the Sorceress, my plane flew into a star-portal.
Whatever that means! It brought me here and closed up behind me.
KING RANDOR
I see.
And what of that distress call you went to investigate, He-Man?
HE-MAN
Skeletor’s trap.
He magically captured both Battle Cat and myself.
Then he went after Greyskull with a new Havoc Staff.
-And he would have done it too, if it weren’t for John...
KING RANDOR
But what could he have done against Skeletor’s magic?
TYLER
Somehow, while I was in the portal, I acquired some kind of magic powers myself.
ORKO
Magic? Wow! What kind of magic?
TYLER
I don’t know, Orko.
According to the Sorceress, its just raw power.
Trouble is, I don’t know how to control it.
TEELA
Then Skeletor has been defeated?
HE-MAN
Yes, Teela. Greyskull is safe.
John, meet Teela, our Captain of the Royal Guard.
TYLER
(kisses her hand)
I’m pleased to meet you, Teela.
He-Man has told me much about you.
TEELA
The pleasure is all mine...
KING RANDOR
If you defeated Skeletor, then I must assume you are on our side.
Forgive me for being a poor host. Duncan, Teela, have a room prepared for our guest.
TYLER
Thank you, no, that won’t be necessary.
You see, the Sorceress was wounded in the battle against Skeletor.
I promised her I’d return to her castle and help protect her until she’s well again.
I hope you don’t mind.
KING RANDOR
Not at all. But please consider yourself welcome here.
I would be honored if you would attend my birthday ball the day after tomorrow.
I will give you two passes for you and the Sorceress if you can attend.
Also, you plane will be given a special landing permit, when you are ready to leave.
TYLER
That’s very generous of you, King Randor.
Thank you. If you don’t mind, I’d like to leave now.
I promised the Sorceress I’d hurry back.
KING RANDOR
Of course.
The permit will be at your ship.
Farewell and give our love to the Sorceress.
TYLER
(exiting)
Goodbye, everyone, and thank you, your majesties.
TEELA
He seems very nice.
But are you sure we can trust him in Greyskull...?
MARLENA
I don’t this he’s interested in Greyskull.
Not the castle ,anyway!
KING RANDOR
Any friend of He-Man’s is a friend of mine.
HE-MAN
If your worried about the Sorceress, Teela, don’t be.
I’ve seen the two of them together...
Do a quick cross-cut, as the WARBIRD lifts off from PALACE ETERNIA, and heads through the darkened sky back to GREYSKULL. All running lights are on.
TYLER
(To himself)
Very nice people. But I just hope the Sorceress is alright...
She’s the only part of being stuck here that I don’t mind at all!
Cut back to the SORCERESS’ P.O.V. as the WARBIRD’S spotlight floods the window. As we hear the WARBIRD land outside, we pan in on the SORCERESS’ tearing eyes.
SORCERESS
He’s back. But what is he going to say?
If he’s met with Teela, then it’s over...
SLOW FADE
SCENE #9
INT_ CASTLE GREYSKULL- NIGHT
Cut back to profile shot of SORCERESS lying on her bed. Enter TYLER.
TYLER
(smiles)
Hello, Zoar. How are you feeling...?
ZOAR
(coldly)
Better.
TYLER
Is something wrong, Zoar?
ZOAR
You went to the Royal Palace...
TYLER
Yes.
ZOAR
And did you meet Captain Teela?
TYLER
Yes.
ZOAR
And..?
TYLER
And...? (Heh heh!)
Oh, I know what you’re driving at!
Teela’s very beautiful-
ZOAR turns away in tears. TYLER puts a thumb to her chin & turns her back. Gently he dries her eyes.
TYLER
But what I said before, I meant... I love you.
ZOAR
But you don’t know...I’m.....
TYLER
Teela’s mother? Yes.
ZOAR
You know...?
And that doesn’t bother you..?
TYLER
Not at all.
In fact, it explains why Teela is so beautiful.
She’s related to you.
ZOAR
Oh, John...I love you!
TYLER
Zoar. I love you.
Weakly, ZOAR wraps her feathery arms around TYLER’S neck, he kisses her passionately, and slowly releases her, knowing she still needs her rest.
TYLER
It’s alright, Zoar.
It’s alright. Rest now. I’ll watch over your Castle for you.
And if I see anyone, I make sure he’s an enemy before I try to kill him!
ZOAR
Thank you, John.
I’ll see you in the morning.
Goodnight, for now.
TYLER
(kisses her again)
Goodnight.
We do an overview pan, showing it is a while later. TYLER sits beside the elaborate bed, watching her sleep. He glances out the window and thinks:
TYLER
What a lady! But this is just too weird.
Here I am, stranded on an alien planet, with ‘magic powers, in love with an alien Sorceress ,who speaks perfect English, with a Yorkshire accent!
And to make it even stranger, I’m not the first person from Earth to arrive here.
I would’ve loved to have seen my horoscope this morning!
(Slow fade)
SCENE #10
INT- CASTLE GREYSKULL DAWN
Cut to TYLER as he watches the SORCERESS sleep. Then as he stands and heads to the window, he watches the sun slowly rise. He takes a book from her elaborate bookcase, and glances at it uninterested. Then he realizes he can read it...
TYLER
(soliloquy)
Watching the Sorceress sleep, left me feeling isolated and alone in the mysterious Castle Greyskull.
I still did not understand it’s importance. To me, the Sorceress was the only thing of value here.
I remember seeing something in her face as she slept.
An expression of peacefulness and serenity, with a touch of sadness I could ‘nt name.
There was something about this lovely, and ironically lonely woman that I cared for.
The hours of silence with her, gave me time to come to terms with the fact that I wasn’t going home again.
I remember taking one of her books. I don’t remember which one.
I think it dealt with the history of Castle Greyskull. I remember being amazed by the fact that I could read it. It was written in English. Not some other-worldly script or magical runes, but in plain simple English. I remember wondering if the was a correlation between Earth and Eternia. There had to be...
The book went on to explain the dark age, after the fall of the Ancients. They had built a great culture , extending to every corner of the Old World. Then, some Six hundred years ago, the Dark Age of Technology began. Kingdoms were shattered and began to wage war on one another. Wizards and weapons scoured the lands...
It was during this time, the Council of Evil captured an ancient Talisman, lost at the bottom of the sea, called the ‘Gemstar’. Hiding the talisman in a formidable looking fortress called Castle Greyskull, their Legions of Darkness ravaged the lands of men.
But there was one woman who led the opposition against him. Secretly stealing a book of magic, the small band of rebels practiced. Finally, after a long, vicious, and costly struggle, the Council of Evil was defeated. The woman, Adrianna’, who had led the rebellion, was immediately proclaimed the first Sorceress of Castle Greyskull.
Because of some magical manifestation, the offspring of a Sorceress would be invariably female. For the next six centuries, Greyskull had maintained a bloodline of Sorceresses, from Adrianna, to its current guardian, Zoar.
As the first hints of sunlight shine through the window, TYLER closes the book, and levitates it back to shelf, showing his has gained some level of control over his powers.
As he turns to the window to enjoy the dawn, the Sorceress embraces him from behind.
The moment she touches his shoulder, his first reaction is to kiss her!
TYLER
(sees & kisses her)
Morning already..? Beautiful sunrise I..
ZOAR
Well...good morning, John!
TYLER
‘Morning, Zoar!
ZOAR
You appeared to be lost in thought...
TYLER
I was just thinking back to Earth.
ZOAR
(looks down)
Oh. I see...
TYLER
(smiles)
And how little I really do want to go back.
On Earth, I’d be a standard person. No one really.
But here, on Eternia, I have powers, a purpose.
Powers I will use for good, not for evil. As you have done.
SORCERESS smiles as she sighs gently closes her eyes,
and leans her head on his shoulder.
TYLER
I’ve also been thinking, everything that’s happened, my flying into that portal, fighting that Skeleton-thing, it didn’t happen by chance. It was planned...
I don’t know who’s plan or why, I just feel that my being here, acquiring my powers and falling in love with you was all to much to happen by chance.
It had to be planned
ZOAR
(smiles as she kisses him)
Well, I know what I plan to do!
It does n’t last long, as her injured leg gives, and TYLER catches her.
He carries her back to her bed and sits besides her holding her close.
TYLER
I’ve got you!
How is you leg?
ZOAR
I’m much better this morning...
TYLER
Come on, back to bed.
You still need your rest.
ZOAR
Thank you.
TYLER
Are you hungry?
ZOAR
I could eat. Ha ha!
I’ve never had anyone show this much concern for me...
Cut to C.U. of the Sorceress as she sips her drink through a slender glass. Sunlight now streams through the open window.
ZOAR
That was delicious.
Thank you.
TYLER
You’re welcome.
Tell me, is Adam usually up at this time?
ZOAR
Yes, he usually gets up quite early.
Why?
TYLER
I wanted to thank you for all that you’ve done for me with a little surprise gift.
ZOAR
Alright.
I need a chance to straighten this place up, anyway.
But please, hurry back.
TYLER
I will.
And if you need me...
ZOAR
I’ll call.
Exit TYLER with a smile, as the SORCERESS sits up in bed watching him leave.
SCENE #11
PALACE ETERNIA GREEN - EXT- DAY
Quick cross-cut, as we see the WARBIRD flying in from overhead.
TYLER calls in:
TYLER
Eternian defenses, this is Warbird One, requesting permission to land.
Have special landing permit number seven, over.
TEELA (O.S)
Permission granted, Warbird One.
Landing bay five is open.
Follow present course.
TYLER
Thank you Teela.
Warbird out.
As the WARBIRD touches down, TYLER is met by ADAM, and TEELA.
TYLER
Hello, everyone.
TEELA
Is something wrong in Greyskull?
Is the Sorceress alright?
TYLER
She’s feeling a little better this morning.
It’s about her I’m here.
ADAM
What is it then?
TYLER
Well, I know she doesn’t like to leave her castle unguarded, understandably.
But I wanted to thank her by taking her out to dinner tonight.
I was hoping you could come by and watch over the place while we were out?
TEELA
Does the Sorceress know about this?
TYLER
No, not yet.
I wanted it to be a surprise.
ADAM
I suppose we could.
About what time?
TYLER
How’s six?
ADAM
Fine.
TEELA
Adam!
What about sword practice?
ADAM
We’ll be there!
TYLER
Thank you, from both of us.
I’m sorry I can’t stay any longer.
But I really want to get back to the Sorceress.
We’ll see you later!
TEELA
Bye, John, I’ll see you tonight.
And, Adam, I’ll see you on the drilling field in five minutes!
ADAM
But I was going fishing today...and I..oh, what’s the use?
Slow fade, as both TYLER and TEELA exit the scene, leaving ADAM alone.
Cross-cut to the WARBIRD, as TYLER tests the planes’ afterburners.
TYLER
Well, I’m kind of in a rush to get back.
Let’s try testing the after-burners.
Too bad Doc never got to see this!!!
Maybe it’s just as well. I think he’d have a heart-attack!
Eternia to Greyskull in six minutes! If I may say so myself...wow!
As the WARBIRD touches down, TYLER exits the plane, and sees ZOAR
in the newly repaired tower. He heads inside thinking to himself:
TYLER
(to himself)
And to think the Doc tried to talk me out of this flight!
Maybe it’s better the Earth don’t have a weapon as powerful as this.
They’ve got enough to worry about.
As for me, the only girl in my life the last five years has been named ‘Warbird’.
I just hope I know what I’m doing...
(Slow fade)
SCENE #12
INT- CASTLE GREYSKULL- DAY
By now the sun is fully up, as TYLER enters. ZOAR carries an armful of scrolls to her magic table. She appears fully recovered. Sunnily smiling and humming to herself.
TYLER
Hello, Zoar.
Here let me help you.
ZOAR
Oh, thank you.
TYLER
What are all these?
ZOAR
Oh these?
Nothing really. Just some old songs.
Song-writing was one of my favorite hobbies before I became the Sorceress.
TYLER
Would you like to sing one for me?
ZOAR
That one, I believe is a duet.
Unless of course...
TYLER
Well, I don’t have much of a singing voice, but fine with me...
ZOAR
It really isn’t one of my better ones, John. I’d rather not.
TYLER
Come on!
You wrote it. It has to be good!
ZOAR
(smiles shaking her head)
Do you know how to play a Mandichord?
TYLER
Nope.
But I can learn...
TYLER touches her forehead and smiles as a blue light flickers.
TYLER
Ta Da!
Yep, been playin’ for years!
ZOAR
Ha ha ha haaa ! You win, John!
This is your part, mostly bass. This is my section, in blue.
TYLER
The ‘turn arounds’ are me, and you’re the rest?
Seems simple enough. Ready?
TYLER touches the rounded keys of the MANDICHORD, and begins the haunting melody. Insert musical remix of Bonnie Tyler’s ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’.
TYLER AND ZOAR
Turn around- Every now and then I get a little bit lonely and you never come around
Turn around- Every now and then I get a bit tired of listening to the sound of my tears
Turn around- Every now and then I get a little bit nervous that the best of all the years have gone by
Turn around- Every now and then I get a little bit terrified but then I see the look in your eyes.
Turn Around, bright eyes- Every now and then I fall apart
Turn around, bright eyes- Every now and then I fall apart
Turn around- Every now and the I get a little bit restless and I’ll dream of something wild
Turn around- Every now and then I get a little bit helpless and I’m lying like a child in your arms
Turn around- Every now and then I get a little bit angry and I know I’ve got to get out and cry
Turn around- Every now and then I get a little bit terrified but then I see the look in your eyes
Turn around, Bright eyes Every now and then I fall apart
Turn around Bright eyes Every now and then I fall apart
(ZOAR exclusively)
And I need now, tonight-
And I need more than ever.
And if you only hold me tight-
we’ll be holding on forever.
And we’ll only be making right-
‘cause we’ll never be wrong.
Together we can take it to the end of the line-
When love is like a shadow on me all of the time.
I don’t know what to do- I’m always in the dark.
Like living in a powder keg and giving of sparks.
I really need you tonight-
Forever’s going to start tonight-
Forever’s going to start tonight-
Once upon a time I was falling in love,
but now I’m only falling apart.
Nothing I can say, a total eclipse of the heart.
Once upon there was light in my life,
but now there’s only love in the dark.
Nothing I can do, a total eclipse of the heart.
A total eclipse of the heart.
TYLER
Turn around, bright eyes.
Turn around, bright eyes.
Turn around.
Start with the SORCERESS subconsciously placing one hand on his shoulder as he plays and she sings. As the emotion intensifies, she places her arms around him, her eyes welling with tears. By songs end, she is sitting on his lap, holding him close.
TYLER
Sorceress...Zoar, I’ve opened up to you.
Please, tell me about yourself.
ZOAR
Alright. But only on a single condition...
TYLER
Anything.
ZOAR
When I reach the part about Teela’s father, you’ll forgive me, if I can not to talk about him...
TYLER
Alright then...
As ZOAR explains the mysteries of her past, we fade in and out
hazy flashback scenes upon her mirror. We see the pain in her eyes.
ZOAR
My mother, ‘TARA’, Sorceress before me was brought up in harsh poverty. When I was born, she wanted me to have the life she never had. I was left in the care of a wealthy family in the country of Durin in the South. Some of the happiest days of my life were spent in the little village of Norella, with plenty of friends and a loving family.
But that soon changed. My foster-father trying to open trade-routes to Eternia arranged for me to be married to an evil prince, I despised. But I could not refuse my father’s will.
Not long after, my village was attacked by an evil wizard named ‘Morgoth the Terrible’. It was during this time of chaos, that I was ‘called’ to Castle Greyskull. There I met my mother, and became the next Sorceress. He became the Sorcerer. He sought to use his power to rule Eternia. But I always kept my power one step ahead.
The worst fights came when Teela was to be born. He wanted to convert her to evil. I wanted my daughter good. Finally, in an evil rage, he swore if he could not have Teela and myself, he would destroy us both...I deflected his spell...
I killed him! To protect Teela, I killed him...
TYLER
(holding her close)
Shhh...It’s alright, Zoar. It’s alright...
ZOAR
(still sobbing)
Fleeing the Eternia Guard, I sought refuge in the Evergreen Forest. I had hoped to raise Teela in peace. But after an attack by Merman, I realized this was not possible. I summoned a young Man-at-Arms named Duncan to raise my daughter in safety. I asked him never to reveal the truth about her heritage...
ZOAR falls into his arms in tears.
ZOAR
After that, I was alone.
Just as I was at Teela’s birthplace.
Alone to feel the pain. Alone to hear the baby’s first cries.
Alone to witness the miracle...
TYLER
I only wish I could’ve been with you..
ZOAR
(regaining control)
I watched from a distance as my daughter grew.
Always just out of reach. I fight on now, to spare her from my fate.
TYLER
(holding her)
If ever I had a chance to change the evils in your past,
I would surely do it... I’m sorry I made you think back to that.
ZOAR
I’m not. I had to tell someone.
Someone I knew really cared for me.
TYLER
(drying her eyes)
I’m sorry if I hurt you.
ZOAR
(slight smile)
You didn’t. I learned to live with it. I had to.
The past can not be changed. I live for the future.
When I can leave the hatred and war of Greyskull, and I can tell Teela that she is my daughter.
TYLER
That future sounds distant.
ZOAR
(Final sniff)
It is. I know I can not leave Greyskull until I have a replacement, Teela-
Yet, at the same time , I wish to keep her safe...
TYLER
Zoar, no one can keep all that inside so long.
What do you do?
ZOAR
At first, my studies were my priority.
I had to learn the Castle’s secrets.
Perhaps I found some joy in watching Teela, as she grew.
When I really feel depressed I leave the Castle for a short while.
I have a telepathic link.
TYLER
That’s good. Do you want to go for a walk?
ZOAR
-Walk-?
I wish I could.
No, I can only leave Greyskull in the form of a falcon.
My husband saw to that with a final curse spell.
TYLER
Well then, where would you like to fly?
With that, there is a bright flash, as TYLER uses his powers alone to turn himself into an American Bald Eagle. ZOAR smiles widely, as she transforms into a Falcon, and follows.
ZOAR
I know the perfect place!
TYLER
(to himself)
Great!
No long-dead husband is going to stop me!
ZOAR
(to herself)
I love you , John.
We do a rapid series of cuts, as we follow the two great birds over the scenic landscape of planet Eternia. Cut to overhead shots of deserts, jungles, the mountains, and finally the seashore, as we see the sun slowly moving across the sky. (Play ‘Love Theme’ Parsifal)
Cut to an EXT- shot of Greyskull, as TYLER turns himself back, outside the castle. ZOAR (falcon) lands on his wrist. He carries her inside, as she turns back to human form.
ZOAR
Taaa Daaa!! Ha ha!!
Thank you, John. That was a wonderful idea.
TYLER
You’re welcome, Zoar.
Ah- Right on time! They’re here for your surprise.
ZOAR glances out the window as she hears a WIND RAIDER land. She sees ADAM TEELA, DUNCAN and ORKO heading for the Jawbridge of the Castle.
ZOAR
They have no gift...
TYLER
No, well actually, they are the gift.
ZOAR
I don’t understand.
TYLER
They are here to watch over your castle, while we go out for a night on the town!
We now dolly the camera, as ZOAR follows TYLER down the spiraling stairs.
ZOAR
But , John, I can not leave the Castle in this form. The curse...
TYLER
Don’t worry.
I wouldn’t be much of a Sorcerer if I didn’t have a plan.
Just have a little faith in me.
ZOAR
But you can’t...
TYLER
(stops dead in his tracks)
You don’t have any faith in me, do you?
ZOAR
I’m sorry, John...it’s just...
TYLER
Do you?
ZOAR
It’s not that...
It’s just...
TYLER
C’mon. Let’s let them in.
That curse is coming off!
ZOAR
(steadies herself)
Greetings, my friends...
TYLER
Hello, everyone.
Thanks for coming.
We just have one detail to take care of before we go.
Just follow Zoar downstairs to the conjuring room.
As they descend the stairs, ORKO flies before the SORCERESS.
ORKO
What’cha gonna do, Sorceress?
ZOAR
He’s going to remove my curse, Orko.
ORKO
B-b-but...that’s impossible!
...Isn’t it?
ZOAR
I know ,Orko.
All of Greyskull’s power could not break the spell.
But he wants to try...
TYLER
(to everyone)
I’m going to be dealing with some pretty wicked magic here.
So we’ll need absolute silence to concentrate. You all understand?
ZOAR sits atop a large, ornate stone alter. TYLER whispers to her.
TYLER
Try to clear your mind of any fears or any doubts you may have about me.
That spell is coming off!
ZOAR
It is a powerful spell, John...
TYLER
I promise you, that spell is coming off...
And I don’t break promises! Just try to relax.
TYLER takes out the first magic text he read from the previous night, and begins the incantation. A white glow appears over her body, as TYLER fights the strain.
TYLER
(whispering growing in volume)
Aggaro- Aggaro. Nem Nirvakerim, Suno Beth flamen. Et -a.
ZOAR
(to herself)
I know this spell.
It could break a curse, but it would require so much power.
The strain must be torture! Still, I could never reach this point...
TYLER
(to himself)
My God!! The pain!!! No!! I have to concentrate!!
Dizzyness..Pain...Concentrate...Complete the spell...Must...free..ZOAR!!!
TYLER
(aloud)
VEXLAR!
There is a bright flash ,as the spell is broken. TYLER is near exhaustion, as ZOAR forgets her guests, and wraps her arms around his neck, and laughs aloud.
ZOAR
You did it!!
TYLER
(very weakly)
Told you...I never...break...a promise...
ORKO
Wow!
TYLER
(Regaining his strength)
We should be back in a few hours.
But if you need us while we’re gone, you can contact us through the window of knowledge upstairs.
See you all later!
As TYLER and ZOAR exit the castle, arm in arm, she is ecstatic. Kisses him again.
ZOAR
I can’t believe it!
After all these years I’m finally free!
I could never thank you enough, John!
TYLER
You just did, Zoar.
You just did.
ZOAR
Where are we going?
TYLER
Eternos.
As the WARBIRD lifts off, with running lights blazing, we track back to the window.
ORKO
Do ya think they’re in love?
ADAM
(laughing)
Whatever gave you that idea, Orko?
TEELA
Yes, Orko!
Besides, I think the Sorceress deserves it...
Cut To the INT- WARBIRD - COCKPIT NIGHT. Instruments glow, as TYLER flies the WARBIRD. ZOAR marvels the lights of the city below.
TYLER
City defenses this is Warbird One, requesting permission to land.
We have special landing permit seven. Over.
TECH (o.s.)
Permission granted, Warbird One.
Bay nine is open.
TYLER
Thank you, Eternos.
Warbird one, out.
ZOAR
Everything is so beautiful from up here...
TYLER
So where do you want to go for dinner?
ZOAR
I don’t know.
It’s been over twenty years since I was here last...
TYLER
Yeah, well, I’ve never been here at all!
ZOAR
Let’s see if the Catalina is still there!
It was by West Lake.
TYLER
The Catalina it is!
Slow Fade, as the Warbird arcs into the heart of the city of lights.
SCENE #13
EXT- CITY OF ETERNIA- NIGHT
Cut to the luminescent city, as we splice together several scenes of the crowds.
Follow TYLER and ZOAR into the fine restaurant. Meet MATRI ‘D.
TYLER
Table for two.
MATRI ‘D
This way, please.
Cut to TYLER holding ZOAR’S seat.
Cut to ZOAR showing TYLER what to order.
Slowly dissolve into a scene of ZOAR and TYLER slow dancing together, amidst the sea of spiraling couples. Pan in on them slowly.
MALE PATRON
(tapping his shoulder)
Cutting in...
TYLER
(ignoring him)
Not a chance!
ZOAR
(chuckling)
Jealousy, Mr. Tyler?
TYLER
Protectiveness...
ZOAR
Ah.
TYLER and ZOAR hold one another close, as we track the camera in.
ZOAR
Thank you, John. You saved my life yesterday.
You showed me love, you even freed me from my curse.
You made my life worth living again.
TYLER
Zoar, you mean more to me than you know. I need your love.
I’m a stranger in a strange land, and you took the time to help me.
Think about it, I didn’t even know what to order here!
ZOAR
(laughs slightly)
TYLER
But that’s not all... I’m not in love with the ‘Sorceress of Greyskull’.
As far as I’m concerned, you can take away the great power, the knowledge, the fancy uniform...
It’s you I love, Zoar.
You alone.
TYLER dips and kisses her as the music ends.
Cut back to their table, as he proposes to her.
TYLER
(uncertain)
I ..uh... I have something for you, Zoar.
Just a little thing, to show you, just how I feel.
ZOAR gasps as TYLER hands her an engagement ring.
TYLER
Well, I hope that means you like it...
ZOAR
(stunned)
I - I love it! Thank you , John!
TYLER
Great!
Then I only have one other question:
Zoar...would you...marry me?
ZOAR
Marry you...?
Are you sure...?
I mean, are you really sure..?
TYLER
Yes, I’m sure!
ZOAR
Because I know I’m sure!
Yes, John, Yes!
All at once, cheers well up from all around them. We hear various reactions from the patrons.
As TYLER and ZOAR engage in a long impassioned kiss.
PATRONS
Three cheers!
Another round of drinks!
Beautiful couple...
Who’s gettin’ married? Oh, the one in a bird suit!
Track back to a wide angle shot of the entire room, as TYLER & ZOAR continue to embrace.
TYLER
Thank you, Zoar, thank you.
With just one word you made me the happiest man alive...
ZOAR
There is no one word that could describe how happy you have just made me!
TYLER
I was so afraid that you would say no...
ZOAR
A woman that foolish, would not be the Sorceress!
Very slowly, track in and fade.
SCENE #14
EXT- MESA- NIGHT
The WARBIRD sits on a large MESA overlooking the sea. A sickle moon drenches the scene in a cool serene glow. ZOAR is troubled by the responsibility of being the SORCERESS OF GREYSKULL
ZOAR
Everything is happening so quickly.
Marriage? Are you certain, John?
Being a Greyskull Sorcerer is such a difficult task to ask of anyone...
TYLER
I’m more than certain.
I want to be with you...
ZOAR
I do love you, John.
That is why I do not want to condemn you to my fate.
TYLER
Zoar, I love you.
That’s why I don’t want to condemn you to being Sorceress alone again.
Please! Castle Greyskull means nothing to me.
It’s you I care about, Zoar...
ZOAR
But there’s still so much you don’t know:
About Greyskull,
About me...
About Teela’s father-
TYLER
When you’re ready, you’ll tell me.
I don’t fear the future.
ZOAR
You really mean that...?
TYLER
Yes.
ZOAR
(smiles slightly)
I think I understand what you were saying this morning: About your arrival, your powers, and our love being part of some larger plan. Too much to happen by chance.
TYLER
I know what I plan to do!
ZOAR smiles as TYLER mimics her prior response, as he kisses her in silhouette.
Very slowly fade to black.
SCENE #15
INT WARBIRD COCKPIT - NIGHT
There is an ominous silence, as ZOAR & TYLER fly back to GREYSKULL. The faint red glow of the computer screens reflects on their faces as they both silently think:
TYLER
(To himself)
I think she’s having second thoughts.
I wish she’d say something:
Good or bad , I have to know.
ZOAR
(to herself)
He would make a formidable Sorcerer:
He’s intelligent and powerful. - And he really cares...
And I can not hide my feelings for him.
TYLER
(to himself)
She’s probably thinking of a delicate way of saying ‘no’.
Look at her: I should have known I’d never end up with a wonderful woman like her...
Just get it over with, Sorceress.
ZOAR
(quietly)
So..John...?
TYLER
(hesitantly)
Yes, Zoar...?
ZOAR
When did you want the wedding?
TYLER
(relieved)
Oh, I don’t know, Zoar.
I suppose we don’t want to rush into anything!
ZOAR
Yes, you’re quite right.
How about Sunday?
TYLER
Ha ha ha haa!
Fine with me!
Slow fade on the relieved couple, as the WARBIRD arc into the distance.
As the WARBIRD touches down on the stone flats outside GREYSKULL,
exit TYLER , as he helps ZOAR down the cockpit ladder. Pan in.
ZOAR
I can’t wait to tell everyone!
Especially, Teela...
TYLER
If you don’t mind, I’d rather wait until tomorrow.
ZOAR
Why?
TYLER
Last night, King Randor gave me two invitations for his birthday ball.
I’d rather announce it then...
ZOAR
Alright, John.
I can wait one day more.
TYLER
Thank you, Zoar.
ZOAR
Zoar..? John,- now that we are to be wed, I want you to know my true, soul-name.
ZOAR is the name that Castle Greyskull gave to me, and the great Falcon.
My real name is Teelana. Teelana Daphinia.
TYLER
(falls to one knee)
Teelana Daphinia, will you marry me?
ZOAR
I’d be honored to, John Tyler.
Slowly dissolve as they enter the castle in each other’s embrace.
SCENE #16
CASTLE GREYSKULL -INT -NIGHT
As ZOAR and TYLER enter the castle, they are met by their friends,
who greet them, before they exeunt.
ZOAR
Hello! We’re back!
TEELA
Did you have a good time , Sorceress?
ZOAR
Wonderful, Teela.
Simply wonderful!
ADAM
I assume, since the curse of confinement is gone, we’ll be seeing you both at my father’s birthday celebration tomorrow?
ZOAR
We’ll be there, Adam! We’ll be there!
TYLER
Thank you all so much.
We’ll see you all tomorrow night!
We do a quick cross cut to ADAM as he escorts TEELA to the WIND-RAIDER.
TEELA
I don’t think I’ve ever seen the Sorceress so happy!
ADAM
(to himself)
He must tell me where he took her:
And I must take Teela there!
Cut back to the open window of GREYSKULL, as ZOAR watches her daughter leave. She sighs wistfully, as TYLER drapes his arm over her shoulder comfortingly.
TYLER
I’m sorry I made you wait.
I know how hard it must be for you, not to tell her.
ZOAR
(turns back & smiles)
No, it wasn’t...
I’ve waited all of my life for someone like you, John.
I can wait another twenty-four hours...
TYLER
I’ll never let anything hurt you again.
I’d do anything for you, Zoar. Anything...
ZOAR
And I for you.
So much has happened so quickly...
TYLER
I know.
My biggest fear, is that this is all a dream, and I’m going to wake up on a raft in the ocean someplace!
ZOAR
(laughs)
Aha ha ha ha haaaaa!!
No! Trust me , John. Eternia is real.
And so am I...
TYLER
I know, Zoar, because I could never have dreamed of a wonderful woman like you.
At the name ‘ZOAR’ she closes her eyes, and removes her SORCERESS head crest, revealing a luxurious mane of red curls beneath. They embrace and kiss.
ZOAR
No, John Tyler.
Not ‘Zoar’.
Not tonight.
For we are alone together, and I have lived alone with that name for too long.
Tonight, I am Teelana.
TYLER
I didn’t think it was possible for me to love you more.
I was wrong... I love you...Teelana...
TEELANA
(eyes filling with tears)
Oh, John, how I’ve long to hear you say that!
I love you, my husband.
We pan in on the final kiss, as they hold one another before the ornate bed for a few moments longer. Then we track back, as they form into silhouette, and descend.
We hold a 3/4 view of CASTLE GREYSKULL , as we pan further back, from the tall tower, with a single glowing light. A few moments later the lights goes out. Fade.