The Tale of the Golden Cockerel

In a land of ancient wonder, the weary King Dadon sought help from

a wise star-gazer to protect his kingdom from endless raids. The Sage gave

him a Golden Cockerel to sit on his roof, watching for foes night and day

to ensure peace. Years later, after his sons vanished, Dadon met the

enchanting Queen of Shamakhan in a mysterious silken tent in the mountains.

When the Sage returned to claim the Queen as his reward, the King refused

and struck the old man down in a fit of rage. In an instant,

the Golden Cockerel swooped down and struck the King. Dadon fell, and the Queen