S1E5: Janni and the Draken (Grey Fairy Book)

**Please use your own judgement before sharing these stories with children. Although I do my best to keep the language friendly, the content may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

Please be aware this story contains several instances of gross violence.

Synopsis

After their parents die, a brother and sister set out to seek their fortunes, inhabiting what appears to be a deserted castle. While Janni, the brother, is out hunting, the sister meets one of the Draken, the type of monsters who live beneath the castle. The girl and the monster fall in love and wed in secret.

Wanting to be rid of Janni, the Drakos advises his wife to send her brother on a mission which will surely result in his death. When Janni returns unscathed, the Drakos tries and fails twice more to be rid of him. 

Eventually, the sister is compelled to learn the secret to her brother's great strength. The Drakos uses that knowledge to weaken Janni, removing his eyes and throwing him down a well.

With the help of some travelers, a sorceress, and a princess, Janni is able to regain his strength and slay the Drakos. 

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Book

The Grey Fairy Book by Andrew Lang

Music 

"Princess (Instrumental Version)" by Josh Woodward. 

Free download: https://www.joshwoodward.com/