Elena of Avalor (2016) s01e02 Episode Script
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1 ELENA: They say every story has a beginning.
Except mine.
My story has two.
That's me, Princess Elena of Avalor, on my 15th birthday.
My parents gave me a special gift that day.
A magical amulet they said would always protect me from harm.
I didn't think I'd ever need it.
But one fateful day, an evil, power-hungry sorceress named Shuriki invaded Avalor.
She attacked my parents, then came after the rest of us.
Our royal wizard Alacazar knew a spell that could protect my little sister and grandparents in an enchanted painting.
But he needed time to cast it.
So I decided to face Shuriki on my own.
Shuriki tried to strike me down, but the amulet saved my life by pulling me inside it.
Alacazar found the amulet, and summoned his spirit animal Zuzo, who sent him on a journey to free me.
It took a little longer than I'd hoped.
Forty-one years.
But one magical day, I was freed from the amulet.
It was finally my time to take back my kingdom.
I rescued my grandparents and sister Isabel from the enchanted painting, and with the help of the brave people of Avalor, I defeated the wicked sorceress.
Avalor was free once more, and as heir to the throne, I was gonna be the new ruler.
So, as it turned out, my adventure wasn't over.
It was just beginning again.
In a kingdom old and grand Elena A princess bravely rules the land Elena With her family by her side Elena It's a wild and daring ride Elena Elena of Avalor Myth and mystery everywhere Myth and mystery everywhere Loyal friends are always there Loyal friends are always there Magic shines from deep within Magic shines from within Let the royal reign begin Elena, Elena Elena of Avalor On your left.
- Skylar! - Look out! Luna, come on.
It is too early for these shenanigans.
Oh, what are you so cranky about, Migs? The evil queen is gone, the majesty of Avalor has returned, and we are back on the flag.
Strike a pose! (sighs) Hey, let's go see if Princess Elena's up.
- Great idea.
- Uh-uh.
No way, you two.
It's bad enough you woke me up.
Should we knock? - Hey, princess, you up? - She is now.
Well, good morning! Sorry if they woke you up, princess.
Woke me up? (laughs) I barely slept last night.
I mean, how are you supposed to sleep the night before you become queen? So when do you get your crown? Tonight at the Royal Ball.
We will be there.
Uh, we were not invited, Skylar.
Oh, you're always invited.
I'll see you tonight.
(gasps) Zuzo? - You can see me? - Uh, yeah.
Can you see me now? - Yeah.
- Now? - Yep.
- How about now? A little too closely, but yeah.
Um, I thought I couldn't see spirit animals unless a wizard conjured them up.
I thought so, too.
Hm.
So why can I? I have no idea.
Do you? Well, you know, I have felt a little uh, different, since I was freed from the amulet.
Now that you mention it, you were trapped in there for a long time.
Maybe, when you got out of the amulet, you took some of its magic with you.
So I'm magical now? I'm just throwin' out guesses.
But whatever's goin' on, it's all good, 'cause now, you can get an extra helping of animal spirit wisdom any time you like.
In fact, I'm gonna hit you with some right now.
If you don't get downstairs right away, you're gonna be late for breakfast.
Ha ha.
That's spirit wisdom? Oh, go on.
You don't want it to get cold now Go on, go on.
Isabel.
Time for breakfast.
- I know.
- Oh! You're up already.
How can I sleep after being trapped in an enchanted painting for 41 years? That's 14,965 days.
There's so much stuff I wanna do.
Ooh, what's that? Well, since I'm getting a crown today, I wanted to get you something, too.
(gasps) A journal! Yeah, and you can use it to design all your inventions.
"To my little sister, for your big ideas.
Love, Elena.
" Thanks, Elena.
You're the best big sister.
But am I the fastest? Race you to breakfast! The food is getting cold, abuela.
Oh, we can wait a little longer, Esteban.
(girls laughing) - On your left.
- On your right.
Racing through the palace? This is no way for princesses to behave.
Don't worry, cousin.
After tonight, Elena won't be a princess anymore.
She'll be queen.
Um Should I tell her? Tell me what? Elena, um you're not becoming queen tonight.
I was looking through the kingdom's by-laws last night, and discovered that you are too young to become queen.
Uh, too young? I was trapped in that amulet for 41 years.
But you did not age, mija.
Technically, you're still 16.
Your grandmother is right.
According to the laws, you must rule Avalor as crown princess until you come of age, with the help of the Grand Council, who must approve all of your major decisions.
I have to get permission to rule? Uh, not exactly.
But it's like having a group of advisors who can help you make the best decision.
And look on the bright side.
There's a bright side? There's always a bright side.
You get to choose the four members of the Grand Council tonight at the Royal Ball.
And may I be the first to offer my grand counseling services? That's a kind offer, Esteban, but I don't think I need a grand council.
I'm ready to rule now.
(chuckles) This is how I know you're still a teenager.
You think you're ready, but ruling a kingdom is not so simple.
It reminds me of a story.
It always does.
There was once a king who lost his new crown He frantically searched for it all over town Alas, he did not hear the shouts as he sped Of everyone saying it was right on his head Oh, he thought he was ready to rule But he still had some learning to do If you listen up more than you speak You will soon gain the wisdom you seek So there's no need to rush Keep your cool And one day, you'll be ready to rule I fully intend to take your good advice But the years I spent watching my dad should suffice To teach me the things I should have down Like how to know when I am wearing a crown Oh, I know I'm ready to rule Though you think I have learning to do So I'll have to come up with a way I can prove it to you on this day Then you will see When I'm through That I am already ready to rule Oh, Papa, how will I show them I can be as good a leader as you? The city.
Of course! Today, I will meet with all the city leaders, and make sure they have what they need to restore our kingdom to greatness.
Can you arrange that, Armando? Uh, is the chief of the castle supposed to arrange such things? I'm still getting used to the job.
I know everyone who's anyone in Avalor.
I will take care of everything.
Then what are we waiting for? I'll take charge like the leader I know I can be And take care of all those who are counting on me Even though I hold you in the highest esteem There's more to good leadership Than it may seem So I know I'm ready to rule But you still have some learning to do Now I really must be on my way Even though I am begging you, stay Soon you will see what I say is true No, it's you who will see when I'm through Oh, one day, you'll be ready I am already ready You almost are ready I'll show you I'm ready, so ready To rule Good luck, mija.
I'll be back in time for the ball.
Let's go! - Yay! - Oh! Your Majesty.
I haven't seen you in the castle before.
(excitedly) Yeah, it's my first day.
I mean, it's my first day being your royal guard.
I am Lieutenant Gabriel Nuñez.
But you can call me Gabe.
Okay, Gabe.
This way, Elena.
Look how many ships there are now.
A lot has changed while you and your sister were gone.
Avalor is now the busiest port in the world.
Merchants come from all over to trade in the marketplace at the Via Mercado.
We'll go there next.
Your Majesty, I am Captain Turner, harbor master.
What can I do for you this fine day? Actually, I came here to see what I can do for you.
Is there anythg you need to make the port run better? Anything I need? Well, I suppose we could use a few more docks.
A bigger lighthouse.
(Turner continues speaking) - Wow, I better write some of this down.
- Here you are.
Dad, another ship's gone missing.
I'm with the princess, Naomi.
Oh, even better.
She should know what's going on.
It's the third ship that's been stolen today.
Three ships? In one day? Well, we better start looking for them right away.
- I'll lead the search.
- You will? Just a moment, Princess Elena.
It is time for you to meet with Doña Paloma, the magister of the trading guild.
I can meet with her after we find the ships.
No, no.
The harbor patrol will locate the ships.
We've already sent out a search boat, princess.
See? Your help is not needed.
Elena, you said you wanted to meet with the leaders of the city, and Doña Paloma is the most important leader of them all.
We cannot keep her waiting.
Of course you can.
You're the one in charge.
So if you wanna stay and help, stay and help.
For now, let's have the Navy join the search.
I'll come back right after I've met with Doña Paloma, - I promise.
- Can I stay? I wanna finish sketching the boats.
Sure.
Uh, Gabe, can you stay with Isabel? It would be my honor.
Thank you.
Esteban.
So, what was it like when your sister battled that sorceress? - Weird.
- Weird? What was weird about it? No, that's weird.
Why are dogs boarding a ship? Let's go investigate.
Princess! (dogs barking) No way.
- What are those things? - I don't know.
- (both gasp) - Get him.
Don't worry.
I'll protect you.
This is so not how I wanted my first day to go.
What are those Oh, no.
And let me, Doña Paloma, personally make all trade deals from now on.
That's a pretty long list.
(laughs) Oh, there's more.
But we can discuss it tonight at the ball.
Another ship was stolen.
- What? - Young lady! And your sister was on it.
Isabel? They took Isabel? And your guard.
They were tied up.
I will alert the Navy right away.
Higgins, alert the Navy.
I just got Isa back.
I can't lose her again.
What was I thinking? I never should have left the harbor.
Oh, Skylar.
Skylar! Is everything okay, princess? No.
My sister was taken.
- No.
- Isabel? Just when I thought the kingdom was getting safer.
Climb on.
We will search from the air.
Elena, it is far too dangerous for you to go after boat thieves.
If I'm gonna rule this kingdom, I can't be afraid of taking on a few thieves.
- Exactly.
- Come on, Naomi.
Wait, what? You want me to go with you? On one of those things? Hello.
We are jaquins, national symbols.
You may have seen us on the flag.
You're the only one who knows what the ship looks like.
You'll be fine.
This is so not fine! LUNA: Hey, watch the feathers, would ya? ELENA: Do you see the ship? No, but that's impossible.
They just left.
Did you see who stole it? They were these weird purplish creatures.
And one of them was breathing huge gusts of wind.
So they were magical? Looked like it.
You have any idea what they are? No, but I know someone who might.
Princess Elena! - Matteo? - Naomi? - You know each other? - Sorta.
We go to school together.
I need your help, Matteo.
It's an emergency.
Hey, what's with the bathrobe? Matteo is a wizard.
- In training.
- Since when? Since always.
I just had to keep it a secret before.
My grandfather Alacazar wrote a book about all the magical creatures in the kingdom when he was a royal wizard.
Thanks.
Okay, so what did these creatures look like? Uh, purple, right, with pointy ears.
- And spots.
- Hm, that sounds familiar.
Oh, that's them.
Noblins? Uh-huh.
Noblins are magical shape shifters.
They can transform into dogs, and have the power to turn objects into gold.
I wish I had that power.
Look here.
It says that the Noblins live deep in the jungle, and never stray far from home.
Then what were they doing in the city? Stealing ships, apparently.
If they don't like leaving home, maybe that's where they're headed.
That's why we didn't see the ships on the ocean, because they took them up the river.
That's where we should look.
Matteo, can you come with? - We might need some magical assistance.
- I'm your wizard.
Hey there.
I've got some advice for you.
I'm sorry, Zuzo.
I'm kind of in a hurry.
Well, that's actually part of the advice.
We'll talk later.
Okay, suit yourself.
Uh-oh.
This is not good.
What's not good? They're turning down a side river.
The more twists and turns we make, the harder it'll be for anyone to find us.
Hmm.
I have an idea.
Elena, there's a fork in the river.
Which way do we go? - We could split up.
- No, wait.
There's something in the water.
How dare they litter our beautiful kingdom? It's a page from Isabel's journal.
She must be leaving us a trail.
There they are.
MATTEO: What's the plan? First we untie Isabel and Gabe.
- Then we get our ship back.
- Yeah, but how? Don't worry.
I have a few tricks up my sleeve.
You've been waiting all day to say that, haven't you? Maybe.
Elena! Isa! You came for me.
I'm never losing you again.
Get on the jaquins.
I'll hold them off until you're safe.
Skylar, protect Isabel.
- You got it.
- What are you doing? Taking back our ship.
As the future queen of Avalor, I order you to leave this vessel at once.
I will not let my noblins be captured again.
Again? (barking) - Get back! - Vetzi! Great.
Now everyone wants a ride.
Uh-uh.
None of y'all gettin' on my back.
I'm serious, princess, you should go.
I'm not going anywhere.
It's my job to protect you.
And it's my job to protect everyone.
Aw! - Throw her overboard! - What?! (sounds of fighting) MATTEO: Give me back my wand! So, you have time for my advice now? Zuzo, you have to help me save my friends.
First things first.
Why are you in such a rush? Because they're in trouble.
No, no, I mean, why have you been rushing around all day? Oh, uh I was trying to prove that I'm ready to rule now.
And how's that working out for you? Not so well.
Hmm.
Did you ever stop and think why the noblins took the ships in the first place? No, but you're right.
I should've.
Ugh, I was so busy trying to prove I could be a great queen, I forgot to act like one.
My grandfather was right.
I'm not ready to rule.
But are you ready to learn? 'Cause that's all that matters.
Just take your time, and you'll do great.
Thanks for the advice, Zuzo.
Aw, giving advice is easy.
Taking it is the tough part.
(sounds of fighting continue) Wait! Don't hurt my friends.
I'm just coming down to talk.
(all muttering) I am Princess Elena.
I am Jiku, leader of the noblins.
Jiku, I should've asked before, but why are you taking their ships? We are just trying to get home.
The old queen took us and locked us up in your city for many years.
Shuriki imprisoned you? Why? Because we have the golden touch.
Shuriki forced us to turn all sorts of things to gold to make her rich.
But then, one day, the bars of our prison vanished.
We were free.
But we were so far from home, in a strange city, and I had to get my fellow noblins to safety.
The ships were the quickest way.
I had no idea.
The reason you're all free is because Elena defeated that evil queen.
I had no idea.
Well, now that we know what's really going on, I have a royal decree to make.
Jiku, you can borrow our ships to take you home, as long as we get them back after.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Noblins, we're going home! Yeah! Finally, Your Majesty.
(noblins cheering) Speaki of me, we should get going if we wanna make it back in time for the ball.
Right.
The ball.
And what was I supposed to do? She just took off on the jaquin.
Look.
It's Elena, and Isabel! Abuela! I'm so glad you're safe.
Elena saved us.
She tracked down the ships, and fought the noblins, but then she figured out they weren't mean at all, and then she made a deal to get them home safely (Isabel continues indistinctly) ARMANDO: Princess Elena Castillo Flores, do you swear to protect and defend the kingdom of Avalor? Um before I answer that, there's something I'd like to say.
Today, I set out to prove that I was ready to be queen of Avalor, and I learned that I have a lot to learn before I become queen.
So with that in mind, I am ready to appoint my Grand Council.
(Esteban clears throat) Luisa, my grandmother, because you always find a way to look on the bright side of things, no matter how dark it gets.
Naomi Turner.
- Me? - Her?! Today you gave me great advice, and wouldn't stop trying to get me to take it.
I could use your common sense and resolve - on my council.
- I'm on the Grand Council.
I am on the Grand Council! That's my Naomi.
Chancellor Esteban.
You know so much about the kingdom and everyone in it.
I would be foolish not to seek your expertise.
Yes, this is true.
And finally, my grandfather, Francisco.
The wisest person I know.
Today, you acted like a true queen.
And one day, I hope to be.
But today, I vow to protect and defend the kingdom of Avalor as Crown Princess.
(all gasping) Uh, is it supposed to do this? It's never glowed like that before.
MIGS: Ladies and gentlemen, we have arrived! SKYLAR: We're still invited, right? ( laughing ) It is my honor to present Crown Princess Elena of Avalor.
Not bad for your first day.
But are you ready for day two? Are you? Oh, this is gonna be fun.
We really have a lot to do today, princess.
- Your Majesty, pink or purple? - Love the purple.
Is everyone ready for the meeting, Armando? - What meeting? - Roses or tulips? Both.
The Grand Council meeting we have every morning.
- Oh, that's every morning? - Starting today.
I should probably add that to my schedule.
Where's my Oh! Thank you.
That reminds me.
I need you to sign this very important proclamation for the royal visit tomorrow.
- Okay - (tapping sound) What's that racket? My little sister.
(giggles) How's it going, Isabel? I just finished.
Finished what? My latest invention.
The presto changer.
It puts your clothes on for you.
Think of how much time everyone would save.
Oh, I'll never have mismatched socks again.
Isabel's entering it in the Invention Fair today.
Inventors from all over the kingdom are presenting their latest creations.
And Elena's gonna be my helper.
Ooh, let's test it out.
Get ready.
No! The flower's supposed to go in your hair.
Well, the point of a test run is to work out the kinks.
Now you know the kink.
True.
What if something else goes wrong? I'll be right by your side to help fix it.
I promise.
Thanks, Elena.
Morning, everyone.
Sorry I'm a little late.
I was with Isabel The Grand Council meeting is called to order.
Esteban, the crown princess is supposed to do that.
Of course.
What was I thinking? The Grand Council will now come to order.
Thank you.
(clears throat) So, big week.
As everyone knows, King Toshi is visiting us from the kingdom of Satu.
How are the preparations coming? The royal chef will be serving an Avaloran feast.
But since this is a special occasion, I am making the tamales myself.
And I have prepared a special song.
No, no, no, no.
This is King Toshi's first visit to Avalor, and we must show him that we understand his ways.
We must prepare Satu food.
We must play Satu music.
But if this is his first time in Avalor, wouldn't he be interested in how we do things here? No.
I have been to the kingdom of Satu many times, and I know it better than anyone.
What will impress King Toshi most is doing things the Satu way.
But what about my tamales? Oh, they won't go to waste.
If Esteban is right, we cannot afford to offend King Toshi.
And I am sure Elena wants her first royal visit as crown princess to go well.
I do.
All right, let's put it to a vote.
All in favor of doing everything the Satu way, - raise your hand.
- Hmm! Great.
Now since you're the expert, Esteban, you can teach us the Satu ways.
Oh, you do not have to worry about that.
I will handle everything.
But if the point is to do things their way, we should all know them.
(stammering) Um, yes, but I am incredibly busy.
Actually, you're free all afternoon, chancellor Thank you, Higgins.
Perfect.
(groans) Oh, meeting adjourned.
These are the gowns worn in Satu.
Ooh, pretty.
I'll take that one.
Now we will learn to eat using chopsticks, like they do in Satu.
(laughing) Do not worry if you cannot do it right away.
- It took me years to - NAOMI: Hey! I think I got it.
(frustrated groan) Elena? Keep practicing.
You still have a few hours before King Toshi arrives.
He's coming today?! Today? But what about the Invention Fair? Oh, Isabel, don't worry.
I'm still going with you.
Elena, I know you want to help your sister, but it is your royal duty to host King Toshi.
Wait.
Isabel.
I thought King Toshi was coming tomorrow.
Oh, he left a day early.
I thought I told you.
You did not tell any of us.
Well, he's not here yet.
So I'll just go down to the Invention Fair, help Isa set up, and be back before he arrives.
I don't know, Elena.
Do you have enough time? Oh, she has plenty of time.
King Toshi's not expected until this afternoon.
Great.
I'll be back before you know it.
I better run home and let my father know I'm meeting a king later.
This is turning out better than I'd hoped, Higgins.
What is, chancellor? I wanted Elena to be unprepared for King Toshi's visit, so I could show off my expertise.
But now, she might not even be here at all.
So that's why you didn't tell them King Toshi was coming today.
- You catch on quickly, Higgins.
- Thank you.
Once King Toshi sees how well I know his ways, he will entrust me to make the trade agreement, and it will be clear to everyone who is the real power behind the throne.
- Uh, Princess Elena? - Me! And I have a special surprise for King Toshi that will close the deal.
Ooh, what is it? Tell me, tell me! You will see soon enough, Higgins.
(evil chuckle) All right, let's pack up and get going.
But I thought you didn't have time to help me.
Isa, I always have time for you.
Things may be different now Since I became crown princess But one thing will never change You mean more than all the rest And even though I must rule I promise you from the start I'll always make time for you Because you are in my heart Princess Elena, I still need you to sign this.
Sister, sister, sister time You can put your doubts away Sister, sister, sister time By your side I'll always stay Sister, sister, sister time Nothing will stand in the way of Sister, sister, sister time It's the best part of my day But, Elena - But, Elena - It'll have to wait - We cannot be late - But, Elena So if you don't mind I'm having some sister time Sister, sister, sister time Off we go without delay Sister, sister, sister time Our adventure's underway Sister, sister, sister time Nothing will stand in our way Sister, sister, sister time You're the best part of my day Sister, sister, sister time Sister, sister, sister time Sister, sister, sister time By your side I'll always stay I'll grab a cart for the thing.
Thanks, Gabe.
Elena, this is for you.
I made you a necklace out of spare parts.
Oh, I love it.
Thanks for always being here for me.
(horse whinnies) King Toshi.
He's here.
- I found a cart.
- Cart.
Great.
Let's get this thing inside and set up.
There's no need to rush.
We have plenty of time.
Not really.
- This is her spot.
- What? Oh.
- My invention! - I'm sorry, Isa.
- Is it - It's okay.
I can fix it.
I just need my twist hook.
I must've left it back at the palace.
The palace? No problem.
I'll get it.
No need.
I'll grab it and be back before you know it.
Oh, no, no, no.
It would be way easier for me to find it.
I know exactly where it is.
- It's blue, right? - Red.
- With a flat handle.
- Round.
On it! We're not gonna make it.
Race you to the palace, princesa.
Skyler! Yes.
I have a better idea.
How about you give me a lift, and we race that coach? You got it.
There's no time to stop.
On the count of three, jump.
One I said on three.
I don't have time for two or three.
Let's go! Hold on! King Toshi.
King Toshi is here! - Already? - Where is Elena? Not to worry.
I will greet King Toshi on her behalf.
Uh, mallet, screwdriver, no idea what this is.
Twist hook! Ah, King Toshi.
On behalf of my kingdom, welcome to Avalor.
We are honored to be here, Princess Elena.
This is Soji, my royal advisor.
Please accept this gift on behalf of my kingdom.
A fan made from the finest silk in Satu.
It's beautiful.
Thank you.
This is my grandmother Luisa, and my grandfather Francisco.
And you already know my cousin Esteban.
Chancellor Esteban.
Oh, and is that something for King Toshi in your hand? This? Yes.
It's a twist hook.
Made from the finest iron in Avalor.
Ah.
I have never seen anything like it.
Much like the architecture of this palace.
Oh, would you like a tour? My grandparents can lead you on one.
They know all about its history.
Let me hang onto this for you so you don't have to carry it around.
You are the crown princess, Elena.
You should lead the tour.
Oh, yes.
Of course.
Right this way.
If I move a bolt over here, and another one over there, the piece should snap back into place.
No, it's stuck.
I really need that twist hook.
You know, when the drawbridge gets stuck, we have a trick to get it moving again.
- Hey! - Ow! Wow.
It actually may have worked.
Let's try testing it out.
- Do you mind? - Not at all.
Uh, was it supposed to do that? There must be something else that's still broken.
What is taking Elena so long? She should be back by now.
And here's the parlor, the music room, drawing room, sitting room, which is the perfect place to sit and take a nap.
You must be exhausted from your journey.
Thank you, but I am not tired at all.
Now, Elena, there are no siestas in Satu.
I have planned a full afternoon of festivities, a lovely Satu feast, followed by a concert of Satu music.
And last but not least, a special surprise a special surprise I know you will love.
So let us begin, shall we? Coming, Elena? (sighs) Right behind you, cousin.
Hey, Armando, sorry I'm late.
Oh, hi, Naom Naomi? I need your help.
There's no way this is gonna work.
Of course it will.
All you have to do is sit at the table and pretend to be me.
I'll give this twist hook to Isabel and be right back.
Are you sure no one will recognize me? Not with the hood over your hair, and this fan covering your face.
But I can't see anything.
Perfect.
That means they won't be able to see you.
You better hurry.
Is Elena coming? Whoa oh! Oh, Elena.
Oh, good.
You're here.
- We can begin.
- Where is Naomi? We cannot wait any longer.
(snaps fingers) A Satu feast with all your favorite dishes.
Princess Elena, why don't you show King Toshi your chopsticks skills.
Impressive.
But this morning My granddaughter is a fast learner.
Hmm.
I'm here.
What took you so long? And why did you change? Uh, wardrobe malfunction.
I got your twist hook.
I already fixed that part, but the cogs are out of alignment.
I have to move 50 different bolts to get them back.
Make that 51.
Is there anything I can do to help? I wish there was, but I have to do it myself.
Great! I mean, okay.
If that's what you want.
I'll just be right back.
Where are you going now? Um, to get a drink.
Want one? - No.
- I'll take an horchata.
One horchata, coming up.
(fly buzzing) Ow! Psst.
Naomi.
(coughing) Excuse me.
So what'd I miss? Me, almost getting caught.
Do you know how hard it is to use chopsticks with a fan covering your face? - But you made it look so easy, Naomi.
- Abuela.
You went back to the Invention Fair, didn't you? Yes.
I'm sorry.
Mija, this is your first royal visit.
I know, I know.
But Isa's having trouble with her invention.
- She is? - I need to be there for her.
All right, go.
I'll cover for you.
But no more of this silly swapping.
Just hurry back before your cousin's big surprise.
I will.
Thank you.
Elena will be right back.
But look who's here.
Naomi.
Hey, Your Majesty.
- Be right back.
- Take your time.
No! It should be working.
It's okay.
I'm sure we can fix it.
- What just happened? - Where have you been? And where's my horchata? Hey, you weren't wearing those slippers before.
You went back to the palace.
That's where you've been going.
Yes.
A king is visiting, Isa.
I want to be here with you, but I have to be there for King Toshi, and our kingdom.
You said you would always make time for me.
I know, I know.
But today You have more important things to do.
- No, I - It's okay.
I can fix the machine myself.
Isabel.
Just go, Elena.
I'm sorry, Isa.
Oh, hi.
You're just in time for Esteban's big surprise.
King Toshi, to show our honor and respect, I have learned to perform the most cherished and difficult Satu dance.
The Dance of the Fluttering Fans.
Esteban is dancing? Well, I definitely didn't see that coming.
Just tell me when it's over.
I can't.
I'm not looking either.
We can make him stop.
No, no.
I promised the chancellor he could show me his surprise.
And in Satu, it is very important to keep your promises.
No matter how painful they are to watch.
You're right, King Toshi.
Promises are important in Avalor, too.
I think we'd make great trade allies, and I'm really sorry to do this, but I made a promise to help my sister at the Invention Fair, and I must put my family first.
I hope you understand.
(whispering) Thank you for hosting us, but we must go.
Ay, no.
This is a diplomatic catastrophe! Elena is clearly not ready for the responsibility that comes with the crown.
King Toshi, wait! All right, two more inventors, and then you're up.
- What are you doing? - Packing up.
- You can't quit.
- What are you doing here? Keeping my promise.
What about your big royal visit? No royal duty will ever be as important as you.
Now let's get this thing fixed.
There's no way I can fix the machine in time.
Maybe you can't, but I know we can.
All we need is a little sister time.
So where do we start? Well, I need the pliers.
The pincher thingy.
- Got 'em.
- Squiggly bolt.
Silver flat doughnut thingy.
Six-sided pinky ring.
Oh! This is why the cogs keep coming loose.
The chain is broken, and I don't have another one.
Okay, don't panic.
We can figure this out.
We just need to get creative.
Hey, what about my necklace? It kinda looks like a chain.
You're right! It's the right length.
But I don't know if it's strong enough.
There's only one way to find out.
Here comes the judge.
Are you ready to present your invention? She sure is.
Let's do this.
Hmm.
(machine whirring and squeaking) - Princess Elena.
- King Toshi! Please allow me to explain, Your Excellency.
Family is first in Satu as well, which is why I always travel with my brother.
So you're not upset I left? Not at all.
I already know what Satu is like.
The purpose of my trip is to experience the sights and sounds of Avalor.
But what has really impressed me is how you value your family as much as your kingdom.
This is exactly what I look for in an ally.
Then you'll be our new trade partner? I would be honored.
Oh, I'm so proud of you.
Oh, is that my twist hook? (nervous giggle) What a marvelous invention.
(chuckling) Please enjoy the tamales - my dear Luisa has prepared for you.
- Thank you.
You open it like a present, and then, dig in.
Oh, my.
This is delicious.
And now I will play one of my favorite Avaloran songs.
Chancellor Esteban, when in Avalor, perhaps you should do it the Avaloran way.
Thank you, Elena.
You were really there for me today.
That's what sisters do.
Except mine.
My story has two.
That's me, Princess Elena of Avalor, on my 15th birthday.
My parents gave me a special gift that day.
A magical amulet they said would always protect me from harm.
I didn't think I'd ever need it.
But one fateful day, an evil, power-hungry sorceress named Shuriki invaded Avalor.
She attacked my parents, then came after the rest of us.
Our royal wizard Alacazar knew a spell that could protect my little sister and grandparents in an enchanted painting.
But he needed time to cast it.
So I decided to face Shuriki on my own.
Shuriki tried to strike me down, but the amulet saved my life by pulling me inside it.
Alacazar found the amulet, and summoned his spirit animal Zuzo, who sent him on a journey to free me.
It took a little longer than I'd hoped.
Forty-one years.
But one magical day, I was freed from the amulet.
It was finally my time to take back my kingdom.
I rescued my grandparents and sister Isabel from the enchanted painting, and with the help of the brave people of Avalor, I defeated the wicked sorceress.
Avalor was free once more, and as heir to the throne, I was gonna be the new ruler.
So, as it turned out, my adventure wasn't over.
It was just beginning again.
In a kingdom old and grand Elena A princess bravely rules the land Elena With her family by her side Elena It's a wild and daring ride Elena Elena of Avalor Myth and mystery everywhere Myth and mystery everywhere Loyal friends are always there Loyal friends are always there Magic shines from deep within Magic shines from within Let the royal reign begin Elena, Elena Elena of Avalor On your left.
- Skylar! - Look out! Luna, come on.
It is too early for these shenanigans.
Oh, what are you so cranky about, Migs? The evil queen is gone, the majesty of Avalor has returned, and we are back on the flag.
Strike a pose! (sighs) Hey, let's go see if Princess Elena's up.
- Great idea.
- Uh-uh.
No way, you two.
It's bad enough you woke me up.
Should we knock? - Hey, princess, you up? - She is now.
Well, good morning! Sorry if they woke you up, princess.
Woke me up? (laughs) I barely slept last night.
I mean, how are you supposed to sleep the night before you become queen? So when do you get your crown? Tonight at the Royal Ball.
We will be there.
Uh, we were not invited, Skylar.
Oh, you're always invited.
I'll see you tonight.
(gasps) Zuzo? - You can see me? - Uh, yeah.
Can you see me now? - Yeah.
- Now? - Yep.
- How about now? A little too closely, but yeah.
Um, I thought I couldn't see spirit animals unless a wizard conjured them up.
I thought so, too.
Hm.
So why can I? I have no idea.
Do you? Well, you know, I have felt a little uh, different, since I was freed from the amulet.
Now that you mention it, you were trapped in there for a long time.
Maybe, when you got out of the amulet, you took some of its magic with you.
So I'm magical now? I'm just throwin' out guesses.
But whatever's goin' on, it's all good, 'cause now, you can get an extra helping of animal spirit wisdom any time you like.
In fact, I'm gonna hit you with some right now.
If you don't get downstairs right away, you're gonna be late for breakfast.
Ha ha.
That's spirit wisdom? Oh, go on.
You don't want it to get cold now Go on, go on.
Isabel.
Time for breakfast.
- I know.
- Oh! You're up already.
How can I sleep after being trapped in an enchanted painting for 41 years? That's 14,965 days.
There's so much stuff I wanna do.
Ooh, what's that? Well, since I'm getting a crown today, I wanted to get you something, too.
(gasps) A journal! Yeah, and you can use it to design all your inventions.
"To my little sister, for your big ideas.
Love, Elena.
" Thanks, Elena.
You're the best big sister.
But am I the fastest? Race you to breakfast! The food is getting cold, abuela.
Oh, we can wait a little longer, Esteban.
(girls laughing) - On your left.
- On your right.
Racing through the palace? This is no way for princesses to behave.
Don't worry, cousin.
After tonight, Elena won't be a princess anymore.
She'll be queen.
Um Should I tell her? Tell me what? Elena, um you're not becoming queen tonight.
I was looking through the kingdom's by-laws last night, and discovered that you are too young to become queen.
Uh, too young? I was trapped in that amulet for 41 years.
But you did not age, mija.
Technically, you're still 16.
Your grandmother is right.
According to the laws, you must rule Avalor as crown princess until you come of age, with the help of the Grand Council, who must approve all of your major decisions.
I have to get permission to rule? Uh, not exactly.
But it's like having a group of advisors who can help you make the best decision.
And look on the bright side.
There's a bright side? There's always a bright side.
You get to choose the four members of the Grand Council tonight at the Royal Ball.
And may I be the first to offer my grand counseling services? That's a kind offer, Esteban, but I don't think I need a grand council.
I'm ready to rule now.
(chuckles) This is how I know you're still a teenager.
You think you're ready, but ruling a kingdom is not so simple.
It reminds me of a story.
It always does.
There was once a king who lost his new crown He frantically searched for it all over town Alas, he did not hear the shouts as he sped Of everyone saying it was right on his head Oh, he thought he was ready to rule But he still had some learning to do If you listen up more than you speak You will soon gain the wisdom you seek So there's no need to rush Keep your cool And one day, you'll be ready to rule I fully intend to take your good advice But the years I spent watching my dad should suffice To teach me the things I should have down Like how to know when I am wearing a crown Oh, I know I'm ready to rule Though you think I have learning to do So I'll have to come up with a way I can prove it to you on this day Then you will see When I'm through That I am already ready to rule Oh, Papa, how will I show them I can be as good a leader as you? The city.
Of course! Today, I will meet with all the city leaders, and make sure they have what they need to restore our kingdom to greatness.
Can you arrange that, Armando? Uh, is the chief of the castle supposed to arrange such things? I'm still getting used to the job.
I know everyone who's anyone in Avalor.
I will take care of everything.
Then what are we waiting for? I'll take charge like the leader I know I can be And take care of all those who are counting on me Even though I hold you in the highest esteem There's more to good leadership Than it may seem So I know I'm ready to rule But you still have some learning to do Now I really must be on my way Even though I am begging you, stay Soon you will see what I say is true No, it's you who will see when I'm through Oh, one day, you'll be ready I am already ready You almost are ready I'll show you I'm ready, so ready To rule Good luck, mija.
I'll be back in time for the ball.
Let's go! - Yay! - Oh! Your Majesty.
I haven't seen you in the castle before.
(excitedly) Yeah, it's my first day.
I mean, it's my first day being your royal guard.
I am Lieutenant Gabriel Nuñez.
But you can call me Gabe.
Okay, Gabe.
This way, Elena.
Look how many ships there are now.
A lot has changed while you and your sister were gone.
Avalor is now the busiest port in the world.
Merchants come from all over to trade in the marketplace at the Via Mercado.
We'll go there next.
Your Majesty, I am Captain Turner, harbor master.
What can I do for you this fine day? Actually, I came here to see what I can do for you.
Is there anythg you need to make the port run better? Anything I need? Well, I suppose we could use a few more docks.
A bigger lighthouse.
(Turner continues speaking) - Wow, I better write some of this down.
- Here you are.
Dad, another ship's gone missing.
I'm with the princess, Naomi.
Oh, even better.
She should know what's going on.
It's the third ship that's been stolen today.
Three ships? In one day? Well, we better start looking for them right away.
- I'll lead the search.
- You will? Just a moment, Princess Elena.
It is time for you to meet with Doña Paloma, the magister of the trading guild.
I can meet with her after we find the ships.
No, no.
The harbor patrol will locate the ships.
We've already sent out a search boat, princess.
See? Your help is not needed.
Elena, you said you wanted to meet with the leaders of the city, and Doña Paloma is the most important leader of them all.
We cannot keep her waiting.
Of course you can.
You're the one in charge.
So if you wanna stay and help, stay and help.
For now, let's have the Navy join the search.
I'll come back right after I've met with Doña Paloma, - I promise.
- Can I stay? I wanna finish sketching the boats.
Sure.
Uh, Gabe, can you stay with Isabel? It would be my honor.
Thank you.
Esteban.
So, what was it like when your sister battled that sorceress? - Weird.
- Weird? What was weird about it? No, that's weird.
Why are dogs boarding a ship? Let's go investigate.
Princess! (dogs barking) No way.
- What are those things? - I don't know.
- (both gasp) - Get him.
Don't worry.
I'll protect you.
This is so not how I wanted my first day to go.
What are those Oh, no.
And let me, Doña Paloma, personally make all trade deals from now on.
That's a pretty long list.
(laughs) Oh, there's more.
But we can discuss it tonight at the ball.
Another ship was stolen.
- What? - Young lady! And your sister was on it.
Isabel? They took Isabel? And your guard.
They were tied up.
I will alert the Navy right away.
Higgins, alert the Navy.
I just got Isa back.
I can't lose her again.
What was I thinking? I never should have left the harbor.
Oh, Skylar.
Skylar! Is everything okay, princess? No.
My sister was taken.
- No.
- Isabel? Just when I thought the kingdom was getting safer.
Climb on.
We will search from the air.
Elena, it is far too dangerous for you to go after boat thieves.
If I'm gonna rule this kingdom, I can't be afraid of taking on a few thieves.
- Exactly.
- Come on, Naomi.
Wait, what? You want me to go with you? On one of those things? Hello.
We are jaquins, national symbols.
You may have seen us on the flag.
You're the only one who knows what the ship looks like.
You'll be fine.
This is so not fine! LUNA: Hey, watch the feathers, would ya? ELENA: Do you see the ship? No, but that's impossible.
They just left.
Did you see who stole it? They were these weird purplish creatures.
And one of them was breathing huge gusts of wind.
So they were magical? Looked like it.
You have any idea what they are? No, but I know someone who might.
Princess Elena! - Matteo? - Naomi? - You know each other? - Sorta.
We go to school together.
I need your help, Matteo.
It's an emergency.
Hey, what's with the bathrobe? Matteo is a wizard.
- In training.
- Since when? Since always.
I just had to keep it a secret before.
My grandfather Alacazar wrote a book about all the magical creatures in the kingdom when he was a royal wizard.
Thanks.
Okay, so what did these creatures look like? Uh, purple, right, with pointy ears.
- And spots.
- Hm, that sounds familiar.
Oh, that's them.
Noblins? Uh-huh.
Noblins are magical shape shifters.
They can transform into dogs, and have the power to turn objects into gold.
I wish I had that power.
Look here.
It says that the Noblins live deep in the jungle, and never stray far from home.
Then what were they doing in the city? Stealing ships, apparently.
If they don't like leaving home, maybe that's where they're headed.
That's why we didn't see the ships on the ocean, because they took them up the river.
That's where we should look.
Matteo, can you come with? - We might need some magical assistance.
- I'm your wizard.
Hey there.
I've got some advice for you.
I'm sorry, Zuzo.
I'm kind of in a hurry.
Well, that's actually part of the advice.
We'll talk later.
Okay, suit yourself.
Uh-oh.
This is not good.
What's not good? They're turning down a side river.
The more twists and turns we make, the harder it'll be for anyone to find us.
Hmm.
I have an idea.
Elena, there's a fork in the river.
Which way do we go? - We could split up.
- No, wait.
There's something in the water.
How dare they litter our beautiful kingdom? It's a page from Isabel's journal.
She must be leaving us a trail.
There they are.
MATTEO: What's the plan? First we untie Isabel and Gabe.
- Then we get our ship back.
- Yeah, but how? Don't worry.
I have a few tricks up my sleeve.
You've been waiting all day to say that, haven't you? Maybe.
Elena! Isa! You came for me.
I'm never losing you again.
Get on the jaquins.
I'll hold them off until you're safe.
Skylar, protect Isabel.
- You got it.
- What are you doing? Taking back our ship.
As the future queen of Avalor, I order you to leave this vessel at once.
I will not let my noblins be captured again.
Again? (barking) - Get back! - Vetzi! Great.
Now everyone wants a ride.
Uh-uh.
None of y'all gettin' on my back.
I'm serious, princess, you should go.
I'm not going anywhere.
It's my job to protect you.
And it's my job to protect everyone.
Aw! - Throw her overboard! - What?! (sounds of fighting) MATTEO: Give me back my wand! So, you have time for my advice now? Zuzo, you have to help me save my friends.
First things first.
Why are you in such a rush? Because they're in trouble.
No, no, I mean, why have you been rushing around all day? Oh, uh I was trying to prove that I'm ready to rule now.
And how's that working out for you? Not so well.
Hmm.
Did you ever stop and think why the noblins took the ships in the first place? No, but you're right.
I should've.
Ugh, I was so busy trying to prove I could be a great queen, I forgot to act like one.
My grandfather was right.
I'm not ready to rule.
But are you ready to learn? 'Cause that's all that matters.
Just take your time, and you'll do great.
Thanks for the advice, Zuzo.
Aw, giving advice is easy.
Taking it is the tough part.
(sounds of fighting continue) Wait! Don't hurt my friends.
I'm just coming down to talk.
(all muttering) I am Princess Elena.
I am Jiku, leader of the noblins.
Jiku, I should've asked before, but why are you taking their ships? We are just trying to get home.
The old queen took us and locked us up in your city for many years.
Shuriki imprisoned you? Why? Because we have the golden touch.
Shuriki forced us to turn all sorts of things to gold to make her rich.
But then, one day, the bars of our prison vanished.
We were free.
But we were so far from home, in a strange city, and I had to get my fellow noblins to safety.
The ships were the quickest way.
I had no idea.
The reason you're all free is because Elena defeated that evil queen.
I had no idea.
Well, now that we know what's really going on, I have a royal decree to make.
Jiku, you can borrow our ships to take you home, as long as we get them back after.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Noblins, we're going home! Yeah! Finally, Your Majesty.
(noblins cheering) Speaki of me, we should get going if we wanna make it back in time for the ball.
Right.
The ball.
And what was I supposed to do? She just took off on the jaquin.
Look.
It's Elena, and Isabel! Abuela! I'm so glad you're safe.
Elena saved us.
She tracked down the ships, and fought the noblins, but then she figured out they weren't mean at all, and then she made a deal to get them home safely (Isabel continues indistinctly) ARMANDO: Princess Elena Castillo Flores, do you swear to protect and defend the kingdom of Avalor? Um before I answer that, there's something I'd like to say.
Today, I set out to prove that I was ready to be queen of Avalor, and I learned that I have a lot to learn before I become queen.
So with that in mind, I am ready to appoint my Grand Council.
(Esteban clears throat) Luisa, my grandmother, because you always find a way to look on the bright side of things, no matter how dark it gets.
Naomi Turner.
- Me? - Her?! Today you gave me great advice, and wouldn't stop trying to get me to take it.
I could use your common sense and resolve - on my council.
- I'm on the Grand Council.
I am on the Grand Council! That's my Naomi.
Chancellor Esteban.
You know so much about the kingdom and everyone in it.
I would be foolish not to seek your expertise.
Yes, this is true.
And finally, my grandfather, Francisco.
The wisest person I know.
Today, you acted like a true queen.
And one day, I hope to be.
But today, I vow to protect and defend the kingdom of Avalor as Crown Princess.
(all gasping) Uh, is it supposed to do this? It's never glowed like that before.
MIGS: Ladies and gentlemen, we have arrived! SKYLAR: We're still invited, right? ( laughing ) It is my honor to present Crown Princess Elena of Avalor.
Not bad for your first day.
But are you ready for day two? Are you? Oh, this is gonna be fun.
We really have a lot to do today, princess.
- Your Majesty, pink or purple? - Love the purple.
Is everyone ready for the meeting, Armando? - What meeting? - Roses or tulips? Both.
The Grand Council meeting we have every morning.
- Oh, that's every morning? - Starting today.
I should probably add that to my schedule.
Where's my Oh! Thank you.
That reminds me.
I need you to sign this very important proclamation for the royal visit tomorrow.
- Okay - (tapping sound) What's that racket? My little sister.
(giggles) How's it going, Isabel? I just finished.
Finished what? My latest invention.
The presto changer.
It puts your clothes on for you.
Think of how much time everyone would save.
Oh, I'll never have mismatched socks again.
Isabel's entering it in the Invention Fair today.
Inventors from all over the kingdom are presenting their latest creations.
And Elena's gonna be my helper.
Ooh, let's test it out.
Get ready.
No! The flower's supposed to go in your hair.
Well, the point of a test run is to work out the kinks.
Now you know the kink.
True.
What if something else goes wrong? I'll be right by your side to help fix it.
I promise.
Thanks, Elena.
Morning, everyone.
Sorry I'm a little late.
I was with Isabel The Grand Council meeting is called to order.
Esteban, the crown princess is supposed to do that.
Of course.
What was I thinking? The Grand Council will now come to order.
Thank you.
(clears throat) So, big week.
As everyone knows, King Toshi is visiting us from the kingdom of Satu.
How are the preparations coming? The royal chef will be serving an Avaloran feast.
But since this is a special occasion, I am making the tamales myself.
And I have prepared a special song.
No, no, no, no.
This is King Toshi's first visit to Avalor, and we must show him that we understand his ways.
We must prepare Satu food.
We must play Satu music.
But if this is his first time in Avalor, wouldn't he be interested in how we do things here? No.
I have been to the kingdom of Satu many times, and I know it better than anyone.
What will impress King Toshi most is doing things the Satu way.
But what about my tamales? Oh, they won't go to waste.
If Esteban is right, we cannot afford to offend King Toshi.
And I am sure Elena wants her first royal visit as crown princess to go well.
I do.
All right, let's put it to a vote.
All in favor of doing everything the Satu way, - raise your hand.
- Hmm! Great.
Now since you're the expert, Esteban, you can teach us the Satu ways.
Oh, you do not have to worry about that.
I will handle everything.
But if the point is to do things their way, we should all know them.
(stammering) Um, yes, but I am incredibly busy.
Actually, you're free all afternoon, chancellor Thank you, Higgins.
Perfect.
(groans) Oh, meeting adjourned.
These are the gowns worn in Satu.
Ooh, pretty.
I'll take that one.
Now we will learn to eat using chopsticks, like they do in Satu.
(laughing) Do not worry if you cannot do it right away.
- It took me years to - NAOMI: Hey! I think I got it.
(frustrated groan) Elena? Keep practicing.
You still have a few hours before King Toshi arrives.
He's coming today?! Today? But what about the Invention Fair? Oh, Isabel, don't worry.
I'm still going with you.
Elena, I know you want to help your sister, but it is your royal duty to host King Toshi.
Wait.
Isabel.
I thought King Toshi was coming tomorrow.
Oh, he left a day early.
I thought I told you.
You did not tell any of us.
Well, he's not here yet.
So I'll just go down to the Invention Fair, help Isa set up, and be back before he arrives.
I don't know, Elena.
Do you have enough time? Oh, she has plenty of time.
King Toshi's not expected until this afternoon.
Great.
I'll be back before you know it.
I better run home and let my father know I'm meeting a king later.
This is turning out better than I'd hoped, Higgins.
What is, chancellor? I wanted Elena to be unprepared for King Toshi's visit, so I could show off my expertise.
But now, she might not even be here at all.
So that's why you didn't tell them King Toshi was coming today.
- You catch on quickly, Higgins.
- Thank you.
Once King Toshi sees how well I know his ways, he will entrust me to make the trade agreement, and it will be clear to everyone who is the real power behind the throne.
- Uh, Princess Elena? - Me! And I have a special surprise for King Toshi that will close the deal.
Ooh, what is it? Tell me, tell me! You will see soon enough, Higgins.
(evil chuckle) All right, let's pack up and get going.
But I thought you didn't have time to help me.
Isa, I always have time for you.
Things may be different now Since I became crown princess But one thing will never change You mean more than all the rest And even though I must rule I promise you from the start I'll always make time for you Because you are in my heart Princess Elena, I still need you to sign this.
Sister, sister, sister time You can put your doubts away Sister, sister, sister time By your side I'll always stay Sister, sister, sister time Nothing will stand in the way of Sister, sister, sister time It's the best part of my day But, Elena - But, Elena - It'll have to wait - We cannot be late - But, Elena So if you don't mind I'm having some sister time Sister, sister, sister time Off we go without delay Sister, sister, sister time Our adventure's underway Sister, sister, sister time Nothing will stand in our way Sister, sister, sister time You're the best part of my day Sister, sister, sister time Sister, sister, sister time Sister, sister, sister time By your side I'll always stay I'll grab a cart for the thing.
Thanks, Gabe.
Elena, this is for you.
I made you a necklace out of spare parts.
Oh, I love it.
Thanks for always being here for me.
(horse whinnies) King Toshi.
He's here.
- I found a cart.
- Cart.
Great.
Let's get this thing inside and set up.
There's no need to rush.
We have plenty of time.
Not really.
- This is her spot.
- What? Oh.
- My invention! - I'm sorry, Isa.
- Is it - It's okay.
I can fix it.
I just need my twist hook.
I must've left it back at the palace.
The palace? No problem.
I'll get it.
No need.
I'll grab it and be back before you know it.
Oh, no, no, no.
It would be way easier for me to find it.
I know exactly where it is.
- It's blue, right? - Red.
- With a flat handle.
- Round.
On it! We're not gonna make it.
Race you to the palace, princesa.
Skyler! Yes.
I have a better idea.
How about you give me a lift, and we race that coach? You got it.
There's no time to stop.
On the count of three, jump.
One I said on three.
I don't have time for two or three.
Let's go! Hold on! King Toshi.
King Toshi is here! - Already? - Where is Elena? Not to worry.
I will greet King Toshi on her behalf.
Uh, mallet, screwdriver, no idea what this is.
Twist hook! Ah, King Toshi.
On behalf of my kingdom, welcome to Avalor.
We are honored to be here, Princess Elena.
This is Soji, my royal advisor.
Please accept this gift on behalf of my kingdom.
A fan made from the finest silk in Satu.
It's beautiful.
Thank you.
This is my grandmother Luisa, and my grandfather Francisco.
And you already know my cousin Esteban.
Chancellor Esteban.
Oh, and is that something for King Toshi in your hand? This? Yes.
It's a twist hook.
Made from the finest iron in Avalor.
Ah.
I have never seen anything like it.
Much like the architecture of this palace.
Oh, would you like a tour? My grandparents can lead you on one.
They know all about its history.
Let me hang onto this for you so you don't have to carry it around.
You are the crown princess, Elena.
You should lead the tour.
Oh, yes.
Of course.
Right this way.
If I move a bolt over here, and another one over there, the piece should snap back into place.
No, it's stuck.
I really need that twist hook.
You know, when the drawbridge gets stuck, we have a trick to get it moving again.
- Hey! - Ow! Wow.
It actually may have worked.
Let's try testing it out.
- Do you mind? - Not at all.
Uh, was it supposed to do that? There must be something else that's still broken.
What is taking Elena so long? She should be back by now.
And here's the parlor, the music room, drawing room, sitting room, which is the perfect place to sit and take a nap.
You must be exhausted from your journey.
Thank you, but I am not tired at all.
Now, Elena, there are no siestas in Satu.
I have planned a full afternoon of festivities, a lovely Satu feast, followed by a concert of Satu music.
And last but not least, a special surprise a special surprise I know you will love.
So let us begin, shall we? Coming, Elena? (sighs) Right behind you, cousin.
Hey, Armando, sorry I'm late.
Oh, hi, Naom Naomi? I need your help.
There's no way this is gonna work.
Of course it will.
All you have to do is sit at the table and pretend to be me.
I'll give this twist hook to Isabel and be right back.
Are you sure no one will recognize me? Not with the hood over your hair, and this fan covering your face.
But I can't see anything.
Perfect.
That means they won't be able to see you.
You better hurry.
Is Elena coming? Whoa oh! Oh, Elena.
Oh, good.
You're here.
- We can begin.
- Where is Naomi? We cannot wait any longer.
(snaps fingers) A Satu feast with all your favorite dishes.
Princess Elena, why don't you show King Toshi your chopsticks skills.
Impressive.
But this morning My granddaughter is a fast learner.
Hmm.
I'm here.
What took you so long? And why did you change? Uh, wardrobe malfunction.
I got your twist hook.
I already fixed that part, but the cogs are out of alignment.
I have to move 50 different bolts to get them back.
Make that 51.
Is there anything I can do to help? I wish there was, but I have to do it myself.
Great! I mean, okay.
If that's what you want.
I'll just be right back.
Where are you going now? Um, to get a drink.
Want one? - No.
- I'll take an horchata.
One horchata, coming up.
(fly buzzing) Ow! Psst.
Naomi.
(coughing) Excuse me.
So what'd I miss? Me, almost getting caught.
Do you know how hard it is to use chopsticks with a fan covering your face? - But you made it look so easy, Naomi.
- Abuela.
You went back to the Invention Fair, didn't you? Yes.
I'm sorry.
Mija, this is your first royal visit.
I know, I know.
But Isa's having trouble with her invention.
- She is? - I need to be there for her.
All right, go.
I'll cover for you.
But no more of this silly swapping.
Just hurry back before your cousin's big surprise.
I will.
Thank you.
Elena will be right back.
But look who's here.
Naomi.
Hey, Your Majesty.
- Be right back.
- Take your time.
No! It should be working.
It's okay.
I'm sure we can fix it.
- What just happened? - Where have you been? And where's my horchata? Hey, you weren't wearing those slippers before.
You went back to the palace.
That's where you've been going.
Yes.
A king is visiting, Isa.
I want to be here with you, but I have to be there for King Toshi, and our kingdom.
You said you would always make time for me.
I know, I know.
But today You have more important things to do.
- No, I - It's okay.
I can fix the machine myself.
Isabel.
Just go, Elena.
I'm sorry, Isa.
Oh, hi.
You're just in time for Esteban's big surprise.
King Toshi, to show our honor and respect, I have learned to perform the most cherished and difficult Satu dance.
The Dance of the Fluttering Fans.
Esteban is dancing? Well, I definitely didn't see that coming.
Just tell me when it's over.
I can't.
I'm not looking either.
We can make him stop.
No, no.
I promised the chancellor he could show me his surprise.
And in Satu, it is very important to keep your promises.
No matter how painful they are to watch.
You're right, King Toshi.
Promises are important in Avalor, too.
I think we'd make great trade allies, and I'm really sorry to do this, but I made a promise to help my sister at the Invention Fair, and I must put my family first.
I hope you understand.
(whispering) Thank you for hosting us, but we must go.
Ay, no.
This is a diplomatic catastrophe! Elena is clearly not ready for the responsibility that comes with the crown.
King Toshi, wait! All right, two more inventors, and then you're up.
- What are you doing? - Packing up.
- You can't quit.
- What are you doing here? Keeping my promise.
What about your big royal visit? No royal duty will ever be as important as you.
Now let's get this thing fixed.
There's no way I can fix the machine in time.
Maybe you can't, but I know we can.
All we need is a little sister time.
So where do we start? Well, I need the pliers.
The pincher thingy.
- Got 'em.
- Squiggly bolt.
Silver flat doughnut thingy.
Six-sided pinky ring.
Oh! This is why the cogs keep coming loose.
The chain is broken, and I don't have another one.
Okay, don't panic.
We can figure this out.
We just need to get creative.
Hey, what about my necklace? It kinda looks like a chain.
You're right! It's the right length.
But I don't know if it's strong enough.
There's only one way to find out.
Here comes the judge.
Are you ready to present your invention? She sure is.
Let's do this.
Hmm.
(machine whirring and squeaking) - Princess Elena.
- King Toshi! Please allow me to explain, Your Excellency.
Family is first in Satu as well, which is why I always travel with my brother.
So you're not upset I left? Not at all.
I already know what Satu is like.
The purpose of my trip is to experience the sights and sounds of Avalor.
But what has really impressed me is how you value your family as much as your kingdom.
This is exactly what I look for in an ally.
Then you'll be our new trade partner? I would be honored.
Oh, I'm so proud of you.
Oh, is that my twist hook? (nervous giggle) What a marvelous invention.
(chuckling) Please enjoy the tamales - my dear Luisa has prepared for you.
- Thank you.
You open it like a present, and then, dig in.
Oh, my.
This is delicious.
And now I will play one of my favorite Avaloran songs.
Chancellor Esteban, when in Avalor, perhaps you should do it the Avaloran way.
Thank you, Elena.
You were really there for me today.
That's what sisters do.