The Pride Lands Games

The Pride Lands Games is the third episode of Legends of the Lion Guard: Protectors of the Pride Lands.
==Synopsis==
The Pride Lands Games are hosted in the Pride Lands, and Team Pride Lands and Team Leopon Plains fight for the grand prize.
==Transcript==
Note: everything in this script is outdated to the point where dividing lines aren't enough so here's one from beginning to end lmfao
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On a peaceful day in the Pride Lands, the Lion Guard was doing a patrol in Urembo Meadows.
“It's been peaceful since Kupatana, when we drove Reth and his pride out of the Pride Lands.” Beshte said.
“You're right. Let's hope it lasts.” Kion said.
Suddenly, Nguruma came up to them, followed closely by Amira.
“Did you hear the news?” Nguruma asked.
“Grandpa just told us. The Pride Lands Games are happening tomorrow.” Amira said.
Kion's expression brightened.
“I remember that. We haven't had it since we were little.” Kion said.
“Dad wants to bring it back, now that we have the alliance with the Tumaini Pride and the Night Pride.” Nguruma said.
“The games will start at Lake Shangaza. Each kingdom gets a team. You're the team leader for the Pride Lands, Kion.” Amira said.
“Dad sent us to find you and bring you back to Pride Rock. He wants to tell the pride more about the games.” Nguruma said.
“Okay.” Kion said.
He led the way back to Pride Rock.
When they arrived, they saw Simba, Nala, Kiara, and Kovu settled outside the den. The rest of the pride was assembled behind them.
Kion bounded forward, and stretched to nuzzle Simba's cheek.
“Hi Dad.” Kion said.
Simba's expression softened.
“Hi Kion.” Simba said.
“Nguruma said you wanted to tell us about the Pride Lands Games.” Kion said.
“That's right.” Simba said.
He cleared his throat.
“Many seasons ago, the Pride Lands Games was established, as a chance to bring together animals from different kingdoms, for a series of friendly challenges.” Simba said.
He glanced at Kion.
“The Pride Lands team will be comprised of the Lion Guard, and Vuai.” Simba said.
“What other teams will there be?” Kion asked.
“The Back Lands, Tree of Life, Grass Walls, South Lands, and Leopon Plains will also be competing.” Simba said.
Kion's expression brightened.
“Mhina's coming?” Kion asked.
Simba chuckled.
“Yes, Mhina and his family are coming.” Simba said.
“Tell us more about the games, Dad.” Kion said eagerly.
Simba's expression softened.
“Each team will compete in a series of five challenges, and the team that wins the games will each receive an offering of flowers or fruit.” Simba said.
Beside him, Nala cleared her throat.
“The Tree of Life delegation is arriving today, and the others will arrive tomorrow.” Nala said.
“Who's on the Tree of Life team?” Kion asked.
“Rani, Baliyo, Aminia, Danyal, Ullu, and Kenene.” Simba said.
He glanced up as Zazu approached.
“What is it, Zazu?” Simba asked.
“The animals from the Tree of Life have arrived, Simba. They are waiting at the watering hole border.” Zazu said.
“Thank you, Zazu.” Simba said.
He glanced at Kion.
“Will you and the Guard go bring them to Pride Rock, please?” Simba asked.
“Sure, Dad. We can do that.” Kion said.
He glanced at Beshte, Bunga, Ono, and Fuli.
“Okay, Lion Guard. Let's go.” Kion said.
Nguruma cleared his throat.
“Can I go too, Dad?” Nguruma asked.
Simba nodded.
“Yes, Nguruma. You can go.” Simba said.
He watched as Kion led the Guard and Nguruma away.
As the Lion Guard and Nguruma headed towards the Water Hole, Makini bounded up to them.
“Hey, guys! Did you hear the news?” Makini asked.
Kion nodded.
“The Pride Lands Games are happening tomorrow. We're on the way to bring the Tree of Life delegation to Pride Rock.” Kion said.
“Ooh, can I go with you? To see Kenene?” Makini asked eagerly.
“Sure, Makini. You can come.” Kion said.
“Did you hear that Kenene's on the Tree of Life team?” Bunga asked.
Makini nodded.
“I'm so excited for her.” Makini said brightly.
When they arrived at the Water Hole, Makini immediately bounded forward to hug Kenene.
“I'm so glad you're here. I can't wait for the games.” Makini said brightly.
Kenene's expression softened.
“I'm glad I'm here too, sis.” Kenene said warmly.
Jivin glanced up as Kion, Nguruma, and the Lion Guard approached. 
“Did Simba send you to bring us to Pride Rock?” Jivin asked.
Kion nodded.
“The other delegations are arriving tomorrow for the games. Follow me.” Kion said.
“Okay, Kion.” Jivin said.
He, Maya, Janna, Rani, Baliyo, Jivin, Maya, Aminia, Danyal, Ullu, Surak, Nirmala, Ãnanda, Sâhasí, and Kenene began to follow Kion, the Lion Guard, Nguruma, and Makini towards Pride Rock.  
When they arrived, Kion glanced behind him.
“Follow me, I'll take you to my parents.” Kion said.
He led the way towards the peak.
Simba, Nala, Kovu, Kiara, Vuai, Rafiki, Zazu, Fikiri, Kitendo, Xolani, Biba, Gula, Vitani, Na'Zyia, Kohana, and Ayana were waiting outside the den. The rest of the pride was assembled behind them.
“Mom, Dad. I've brought the Tree of Life delegation to greet you.” Kion said.
Behind him, Makini had pulled Kenene over to Fikiri, Kitendo, Rafiki, Xolani, and Biba.  
Simba cleared his throat.
“We're very pleased to have you here, to compete in the Pride Lands Games.” Simba said.
“It's an honor to be here, in the Pride Lands.” Jivin said.
“You, and your pride will be given shelter here tonight, the games will start tomorrow, once the other delegations have arrived.” Simba said.
“Thank you, your majesty.” Jivin said.
Kion and Rani exchanged a glance.
“Are you excited for the games?” Kion asked.
Rani nodded.
“I'm the team leader for the Tree of Life team. Are you the team leader for the Pride Lands team?” Rani answered.
Kion nodded.
“The rest of the Guard, and Vuai are on my team.” Kion said.
Behind him, Makini was chattering excitingly to Fikiri and Kitendo.
“Kenene's on the Tree of Life team. I'm so excited to watch her compete.” Makini said brightly.
“We're excited too.” Kitendo said warmly.
“We're looking forward to the games tomorrow.” Fikiri added.
“As am I, it will be wonderful to see Jelani, Dalila, and Karibu.” Rafiki said.
Simba cleared his throat.
“We have an early start tomorrow. We should all go get some rest.” Simba said.
Jivin nodded. 
“Thank you for giving my pride shelter at Pride Rock tonight.” Jivin said.
“Of course.” Simba said.
Behind Jivin, Makini hugged Kenene tightly.
“Will you come home with us?” Makini asked.
Kenene nodded.
She and Makini watched as Simba led the prides into the den.
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The next morning, the Lion Guard assembled in the Lair.
“Well, today's the day of the games.” Fuli said.
“Yeah, are you all ready?” Kion asked.
Beshte, Bunga, Ono, and Fuli nodded.
Kion glanced up as Kiara appeared at the entrance to the Lair.
“Daddy needs you. The delegations from the other kingdoms have arrived. He's ready to announce the start of the games.” Kiara said.
Kion's expression brightened.
“Mhina's here?” Kion asked excitedly.
Kiara chuckled.
“Yes, Mhina and his family are here.” Kiara said.
Kion glanced at Beshte, Bunga, Ono, and Fuli. 
“Let's go, guys.” Kion said.
“Everyone's at Mizimu Grove.” Kiara said. 
Kion led the way out of the Lair, and they headed towards Mizimu Grove.
“Who's on the Leopon Plains team?” Kion asked. 
“Mhina, Tatu, Kopa, Chausiku, Jiwe, and Tojo. Kicheko's on the Grass Walls team.” Kiara said.
When they arrived at Mizimu Grove, Kion immediately bounded up to Mhina. 
“Hi Mhina.” Kion said brightly.
“Hi Kion.” Mhina said.
From the ledge, Simba cleared his throat.
“I'm so pleased to welcome you all to the Pride Lands today. These games were established to bring together animals of all species for the chance to compete for the honor of their kingdoms.” Simba said.
Rafiki stepped forward, and cleared his throat.
“Each team will compete in five challenges. The team that comes in first in each challenge will be declared the winner of the games.” Rafiki said.
“The first event is a swimming relay. It will take place at Lake Shangaza.” Simba said.
He led the way to Lake Shangaza.
When they arrived, they saw that a large crowd of Pride Landers had gathered.
“All right, everyone. The first event of the Pride Lands Games is about to begin.” Simba said.
Beside him, Rafiki cleared his throat.
“Each team must swim across Lake Shangaza as fast as they can.“ Rafiki said.
“If a team member is gently bitten by a crocodile, they must start over. The next team member goes when handed a twig.” Simba added.
He glanced at Kion, the Lion Guard, and Vuai.
“The Pride Lands team will go first.” Simba said.
Rafiki waved his staff.
“Let the Pride Lands Games begin!” Rafiki said loudly.
Kion glanced at Beshte.
“You're first, good luck, Beshte.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Beshte said.
He leapt into the water, and began to swim.
As Beshte swam, he could hear the sounds of Kopa, Magoro, Tiifu, Aminia, and Marali swimming behind him.
In the crowd, Kiara and Nala exchanged a glance. Simba and Gula had helped Ayana climb onto Simba's shoulders, so she could have a clear view. 
Beside Kiara, Kion was cheering loudly. 
Suddenly, Beshte felt a crocodile gently bite his foreleg.
“Well, looks like I'm starting over.” Beshte said.
“Serves you right.” Magoro said, as he passed Beshte. 
“You've got this, Beshte!” Kion called. 
When Beshte reached the lakeshore, he turned around, and began to swim.
He watched as Aminia and Marali passed him.
“I'm behind. I have to win this.” Beshte said.
In the crowd, Kiazi had climbed onto Basi's back, so she could see clearly. She and Salehe were both cheering loudly, along with Basi.
Beshte pushed forward, and swam past Aminia.
When he reached the grassy lakeshore, Beshte grabbed a stick, and waded back into the water.
At this point, Kopa, Magoro, Tiifu, Aminia, and Marali had each already grabbed sticks, and made it back to the other side.
Beshte reached the lakeshore, and passed the stick to Fuli.
“Sorry, Kion. I tried my best.” Beshte said.
Kion's expression softened.
“It's okay. Beshte.” Kion said gently.
Beside him, Fuli recoiled at the sight of the water.
“Do I have to go in? Cheetahs and water don't get along.” Fuli said grumpily.
“Come on, Fuli. The water's fine.” Beshte said.
“Easy for you to say, you're a hippo.” Fuli said.
Kion cleared his throat pointedly.
“The next team members have already gone in. You've got this, Fuli.” Kion said.
“Oh, all right. But if I catch whitecough, it's on you.” Fuli muttered, as she waded into the water.
As Fuli swam, she concentrated on the cheers in the crowd, identifying her siblings' and Ayana's among them. 
She made it to the grassy lakeshore, shaking water from her pelt, grasped a stick, and hesitating, plunged back into the water.
“I really hate water.” Fuli muttered.
“Then you're not a good candidate for this challenge.” Ishi said, as he passed.
“I'm faster than everyone here on land.” Fuli muttered darkly.
By the time Fuli reached the lakeshore, Ishi, Tatu, Baliyo, and Kicheko had already arrived, and had passed their sticks to the next team members.
Zuri came up behind Fuli, shivering, and shaking water from her pelt.
“I'm not a fan of water either, Fuli.” Zuri said.
Fuli nodded, and passed the stick to Bunga.
“This'll be UnBungalievable!” Bunga said excitedly.
He waded into the water, and dived forward.
In the crowd, Timon and Pumbaa exchanged a glance.
“That's our boy.” Timon said.
“You can do this, Bunga!” Pumbaa called.
Bunga swam faster, passing Muujiza, Jelani, Danyal, Tojo, and Okereke.
“This'll be easy.” Bunga said.
He made it to the grassy lakeshore, before the others, grasped a stick, and dived back into the water.
In the crowd, Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.
“I think he's going to come in first this time.” Kion said.
“Yeah. He's a better swimmer than I am.” Fuli said.
From the grassy lakeshore, Okereke scowled as he watched Bunga swim towards the crowd of animals.
“The Back Lands cannot lose to a honey badger.” Okereke growled, as he dived into the the water.
When Okereke caught up to Bunga, he shoved Bunga back roughly, sending him flying towards a crocodile, who bit him on the leg.
“Ha! you'll have to start over now!” Okereke said.
He didn't notice Makuu coming up behind him.
“That was very poor sportsmanship. I once went down that path.” Makuu said, as he bit Okereke's leg.
“Oh bother. Now I have to start over too.” Okereke said.
“Wait until Bunga's gotten a head start before you start over. Sportsmanship like that won't win you the Pride Lands Games.” Makuu said.
Okereke sighed.
He watched as Bunga swam to the grassy lakeshore, and turned around.
“All right, you can start over now. King Simba and King Chifu will both be informed of what has happened.” Makuu said.
“Serves the arrogant honey badger right.” Okereke answered.
“Enough. You've already cost the Back Lands the chance to win the games. Now go.” Makuu said.
Okereke began to swim towards the grassy lakeshore. 
By this point, Bunga had already made it to the lakeshore, along with Muujiza, Danyal, Tojo, and Jelani.
“Great work, Bunga.” Kion said, as Bunga passed the stick to Ono. 
“Wait, I'm going next? But birds don't swim.” Ono said.
“It's okay, Ono. You can do this.” Kion said.
“We have faith in you.” Fuli added.
“All right.” Ono said.
Suddenly, Okereke came up, shaking water from his pelt.
“I came in last, to a honey badger.” Okereke muttered.
Behind him, Makuu cleared his throat.
“Both kings will be informed after the games of what you've done.” Makuu said.
Ono carefully waded into the water, shivering as it soaked his wings.
“I think I'm with Fuli. Water isn't my friend either.” Ono said quietly.
Behind him, Ullu was struggling to stay above the water, and coughing loudly.
Ono grimaced as Chausiku, Dalila, Soyinka, and Kuuma passed him.
“I'm probably not going to win this challenge.” Ono said.
When he reached the grassy lakeshore, he grasped a stick, and shook the water from his wings.
Ullu came up behind him, coughing, and shaking water from her wings.
“Owls and water don't mix.” Ullu said.
“I hear you.” Ono said.
He waded back into the water, and began to wade towards the lakeshore.
At this point, Chausiku, Dalila, Soyinka, and Kuuma had reached the lakeshore, and passed their sticks to the next team members.
When Ono reached the lakeshore, he shook the water from his wings, and passed the stick to Vuai.
“You did great, Ono. We're so proud of you.” Kion said warmly.
“Thanks, Kion.” Ono said.
Ullu came up behind him, coughing loudly. 
“Are you okay, Ullu?” Rani asked.
Ullu nodded, as she passed the stick to Kenene.
“Good luck, Vuai.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Vuai said.
Behind them, Makini was hugging Kenene tightly. 
“Good luck, sis.” Makini said.
“Thanks, Makini.” Kenene said, as she waded into the water.
Vuai waded into the water, and began to swim towards the grassy lakeshore.
“I'm the best swimmer in my family. I'll come in first.” Vuai said.
He pushed forward, and swam past Mahuluti, Kenene, Ganda, Jiwe, and Karibu. 
In the crowd, Simba and Nala exchanged a glance.
“Vuai is doing excellent.” Simba said.
“Yes, he is.” Nala said.
Vuai reached the grassy lakeshore, grasped a stick, and plunged back into the water.
“I'm almost there. I can definitely win this.” Vuai said.
He reached the grassy lakeshore, Kenene, Ganda, Jiwe, Mahuluti, and Karibu coming up behind him, and passed his stick to Kion.
“Nice work, Vuai.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Vuai said.
Behind them, Makini ran forward to hug Kenene.
“I'm so proud of you.” Makini said.
“Thanks, Makini.” Kenene said.
Kion waded into the water, and began to swim towards the grassy lakeshore.
He could hear the sounds of Mhina, Rani, Mshale, Kabila, and Pwani swimming behind him.
In the crowd, Kiara exchanged a glance with Simba and Nala.
In front of them, Kohana, Jasmin, and Frerin were cheering loudly.
When Kion reached the grassy lakeshore, he turned around, and waded back into the water.
Mshale, Kabila, and Pwani had already arrived back at the lakeshore, and were shaking water from their pelts.
Kion swam back to the lakeshore, and watched as Mhina and Rani came up behind him.
Simba stepped forward, and cleared his throat.
“The swimming challenge has concluded. Well done to all the participants.” Simba said.
Rafiki, Nala, and Kiara stepped forward, each were holding flowers and fruit.
“All right. The first prize goes to the Pride Lands team.” Simba said.
Vuai stepped forward, and Nala gave him a calibrachoa flower.
“Second prize goes to the Tree of Life team.” Simba said.
Rani stepped forward, and Kiara gave her a baobab fruit.
“Third prize goes to the Leopon Plains team.” Simba said.
Jiwe stepped forward, and Rafiki gave him a titiki melon. 
Simba cleared his throat.
“The next event is the running relay. It will take place in Embamba Canyon.” Simba said.
He began to lead the way to Embamba Canyon.
When they arrived, Rafiki stepped forward, and cleared his throat.
“For the running relay, each contestant must run to the end of Embamba Canyon and back. They must pass a twig to the next team member to continue the relay.” Rafiki said.
“Rocks will be present along the path.” Simba said. 
Kion and Beshte exchanged a glance.
“You're first, Beshte. Good luck.” Kion said. 
“Thanks, Kion.” Beshte said.
He, Kopa, Magoro, Tiifu, Aminia, and Marali took their places at the entrance of Embamba Canyon.
“Go!” Rafiki said loudly.
Beshte, Kopa, Magoro, Tiifu, Aminia, and Marali began to run towards the end of Embamba Canyon.
When Beshte reached the end of Embamba Canyon, he grasped a twig, and began to run back towards the crowd of animals.
When he arrived, he saw that Magoro, Tiifu, and Aminia had already reached the crowd, and passed their twigs to the next team members.
“Great job, Beshte.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Beshte said, as Beshte passed Fuli the twig.
“I will totally win this. Nobody's faster than a cheetah.” Fuli said.
She, Ishi, Tatu, Baliyo, Zuri, and Kicheko took their places at the entrance of Embamba Canyon.
“Go!” Rafiki called.
Fuli, Ishi, Tatu, Baliyo, Zuri, and Kicheko began to run towards the end of Embamba Canyon.
“There's no question who's winning this challenge. Nobody's ever beaten me at a race before.” Fuli said.
She pushed forward, passing Ishi, Tatu, Baliyo, Zuri, and Kicheko.
Fuli reached the end of Embamba Canyon,  grasped a twig, and began to run back towards the crowd of animals.
When she arrived, she passed the twig to Bunga.
“Wow, Fuli. That was great.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Fuli said.
Ishi, Tatu, Baliyo, Zuri, and Kicheko came up behind her, and passed their twigs to the next team members.
“Okay, Bunga's next.” Kion said.
Bunga took his place with Okereke, Danyal, Tojo, Muujiza, and Jelani at the entrance of Embamba Canyon.
“Go!” Rafiki called.
Bunga, Okereke, Danyal, Tojo, Muujiza, and Jelani began to run towards the end of Embamba Canyon.
“Zuka Zama!” Bunga called.
He pushed forward, passing Tojo and Jelani.
Behind him, Okereke scowled as he watched Bunga approach the end of Embamba Canyon. 
“That little honey badger will pay for costing the Back Lands the chance to win the games.” Okereke said.
He pushed forward, and passed Danyal.
When Okereke caught up to Bunga, he kicked a stone into Bunga's path, causing Bunga to stumble and trip.
“Ha! You can't possibly win now.” Okereke said.
Bunga got up, and began to run again.
By the time Bunga reached the end of Embamba Canyon, Okereke, Danyal, Muujiza, and Tojo had already arrived, and passed their twigs to the next team members.
He grasped a twig, and began to run back to the crowd of animals.
“Great job, Bunga.” Kion said, when Bunga reached him.
“Thanks, Kion.” Bunga said.
Behind him, Jelani had come up, and passed his twig to Dalila.
“Okay, Ono. You're next.” Kion said, as Bunga passed Ono the twig.
“Good luck, Ono.” Fuli said.
Behind them, Makuu approached Okereke.
“I saw what you did during the race. You already cost the Back Lands the chance of winning. What else do you want to lose?" Makuu said.
“That little honey badger doesn't deserve to represent the Pride Lands.” Okereke said.
“That is not for you to decide.” Makuu said.
Ono, Chausiku, Soyinka, Ullu, and Kuuma took their places at the entrance of of Embamba Canyon. Ono and Ullu spread their wings.
“Go!” Rafiki called.
Chausiku, Soyinka, Dalila, and Kuuma began to run towards the end of Embamba Canyon, Ono and Ullu flying above them.
When Ono reached the end of Embamba Canyon, he grasped a twig, spread his wings, and flew back to the crowd of animals.
Soyinka and Kuuma had already arrived, and passed their twigs to the next team members.
“Great job, Ono.” Kion said, as Ono passed Vuai the twig. 
“Thanks, Kion.” Ono said.
Behind them, Ullu and Chausiku came up, and passed their twigs to the next team members.
“Good luck, Vuai.” Beshte said.
“Thanks, Beshte.” Vuai said.
Behind Kion, Makini was hugging Kenene tightly.
“I love you, sis. Good luck.” Makini said.
“Thanks, Makini.” Kenene said.
Vuai, Ganda, Kenene, Jiwe, Karibu, and Mahuluti took their places at the entrance of of Embamba Canyon.
“Go!” Rafiki called.
Vuai, Ganda, Kenene, Jiwe, Karibu, and Mahuluti began to run towards the end of Embamba Canyon.
“I'm not as fast as Fuli, but I'm still a good runner. I can win this.” Vuai said quietly.
In the crowd, Kiara exchanged a glance with Simba.
Jasmin, Kohana, and Ayana were cheering loudly.
When Vuai reached the end of Embamba Canyon, he grasped a twig, turned around, and began to run back to the crowd of animals.
Ganda, Karibu, and Mahuluti had arrived, and passed their twigs to the next team members.
“Nice job, Vuai.” Kion said, when Vuai had reached him.
“Thanks, Kion.” Vuai said, as he passed Kion the twig.
Behind him, Kenene and Jiwe had arrived, and passed their twig to the next team members.
Makini bounded forward to hug Kenene.
“You did great, sis. I'm really proud of you.” Makini said.
“Thanks, Makini.” Kenene said.
Kion, Mhina, Rani, Mshale, Pwani, and Kabila took their places at the entrance of Embamba Canyon.
“Go!” Rafiki called. 
Kion, Mhina, Rani, Mshale, Pwani, and Kabila began to run towards the end of Embamba Canyon.
As Kion ran, he concentrated on the cheers in the crowd, identifying Kiara's, Kovu's, and Frerin's among them.
When Kion reached the end of Embamba Canyon, he grasped a twig, turned around, and began to run back to the crowd of animals.
“Nice job, Kion.” Fuli said.
“Thanks, Fuli.” Kion said.
Mhina, Rani, Mshale, Pwani, and Kabila came up behind him.
Simba stepped forward, and cleared his throat.
“The running relay has concluded. Well done to all the participants.” Simba said.
Rafiki, Nala, and Kiara stepped forward, each were holding flowers and fruit.
“The first prize goes to the Pride Lands team.” Simba said.
Kion stepped forward, and Kiara gave him a magnolia flower.
“Second prize goes to the Leopon Plains team.” Simba said.
Tatu stepped forward, and Rafiki gave her a ponya flower.
“Third prize goes to the South Lands team.” Simba said.
Tiifu stepped forward, and Nala gave her a golden orchid.
“The next event is the stone throw. It will take place in Acacia Grove.” Simba said.
He led the way to Acacia Grove.
When they arrived, Rafiki cleared his throat.
“For the stone throw, each team member must throw a stone as far as they can into the hole dug at the base of that acacia tree.” Rafiki said.
“Which gives a team a maximum of 3 points. The first team to score 10 wins.” Simba said.
Kion glanced at Beshte.
“You're first. Good luck, Beshte.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Beshte said.
He, Kopa, Magoro, Tiifu, Aminia, and Marali stepped forward.
“Beshte, you go first.” Simba said.
Beshte moved forward, and kicked a stone towards the acacia tree. It landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Beshte. Three points.” Rafiki said.
“Next up is Kopa.” Simba said.
Kopa stepped forward, and grasped a stone. He threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed outside the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Nice try. Kopa. Two points.” Simba said.
“Magoro goes next.” Rafiki said.
Magoro stepped forward, and grasped a stone. He threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent job, Magoro. Three points.” Rafiki said.
“Next up is Tiifu.” Simba
Tiifu stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Tiifu. Three points.” Rafiki said.
“Aminia is next.” Simba said.
Aminia stepped forward, and grasped a stone. She threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed outside the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Nice try, Aminia. Two points.” Rafiki said.  
“Marali is next.” Simba said.
Marali stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Marali. Three points.” Rafiki said.
“All right, it's time for the next contestants to have their turn.” Simba said.
Fuli, Tatu, Ishi, Baliyo, Zuri, and Kicheko stepped forward.
“Fuli goes first.” Simba said.
Fuli stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Very good, Fuli. Three points.” Simba said. 
In the crowd, Kiara had helped Ayana climb onto Nala's shoulders, so she could see clearly. She and Ayana were cheering loudly. 
“Next up is Tatu.” Rafiki said.
Tatu stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Tatu. Three points.” Simba said.
“Baliyo is next.” Rafiki said.
Baliyo stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Baliyo. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Zuri.” Rafiki said.
Zuri stepped forward, and grasped a stone. She threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed outside the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Nice try, Zuri. Two points.” Simba said.
“Ishi is next.” Rafiki said.
Ishi stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Ishi. Three points.” Simba said.
“Kicheko is next.” Rafiki said.
Kicheko stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Kicheko. Three points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“It is time for the next contestants to take part.” Rafiki said.
Bunga, Okereke, Danyal, Muujiza, Tojo, and Jelani stepped forward.
“Bunga's first.” Simba said.
Bunga stepped forward, grasped a stone, threw it up into the air, and kicked it, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Bunga. Three points.” Simba said.
“Danyal is next.” Rafiki said.
Danyal stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Danyal. Three points.” Simba said.
“Tojo is next.” Rafiki said.
Tojo stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Tojo. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Okereke.” Rafiki said.
Okereke stepped forward, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed a few feet away from him.
“Nice try, Okereke. One point.” Simba said.
Okereke glared at Bunga as he rejoined his teammates.
“Muujiza is next.” Rafiki said.
Muujiza stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Muujiza. Three points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“Next up is Jelani.” Rafiki said.
Jelani stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Jelani. Three points.” Simba said.
Ono, Chausiku, Soyinka, Dalila, Ullu, and Kuuma stepped forward.
“Ono is next.” Rafiki said.
Ono grasped the stone with his talons, and flung it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Ono. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Chausiku.” Rafiki said.
Chausiku stepped forward, grasped a stone, threw it up into the air, and kicked it, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Good work, Chausiku. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Soyinka.” Rafiki said.
Soyinka stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Soyinka. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Ullu.” Rafiki said.
Ullu grasped the stone with her talons, and flung it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Ullu. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Kuuma.” Rafiki said.
Kuuma stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Kuuma. Three points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat. 
“Dalila is next.” Rafiki said.
Dalila stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Dalila. Three points.” Simba said. 
“It is time for the next contestants to take their places.” Rafiki said.
Vuai, Ganda, Kenene, Jiwe, Karibu, and Mahuluti stepped forward.
“First up is Vuai.” Simba said.
Vuai stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent, Vuai. Three points.” Simba said.
In the crowd, Nala and Kiara exchanged a glance. Ayana was still perched on Nala's shoulders, cheering loudly. 
“Ganda is next.” Rafiki said.
Ganda stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Ganda. Three points.” Simba said.
“Kenene is next.” Rafiki said.
Kenene stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent job, Kenene. Three points.” Simba said.
In the crowd, Makini was enthusiastically jumping up and down, and cheering loudly.
“Jiwe is next.” Rafiki said.
Jiwe stepped forward, and grasped a stone, he threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed outside the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Nice try, Jiwe. Two points.” Simba said.
“Karibu is next.” Rafiki said.
Karibu stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done. Three points.” Simba said.
“Mahuluti is next.” Rafiki said.
Mahuluti stepped forward, and grasped a stone, she threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Mahuluti. Three points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“It is time for the final contestants of the stone throw to take their turns.” Rafiki said.
Kion, Mhina, Rani, Mshale, Pwani, and Kabila stepped forward.
“Kion will go first.” Simba said.
Kion stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Kion. Three points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Mhina.” Rafiki said.
Mhina stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent job, Mhina. Three points.” Simba said.
“Rani is next.” Rafiki said.
Rani stepped forward, and grasped a stone, she threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed outside the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Nice try, Rani. Two points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Mshale.” Rafiki said.
Mshale stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Well done, Mshale. Three points.” Simba said.
“Pwani is next.” Rafiki said.
Pwani stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent job, Pwani. Three points.” Simba said.
“Last up is Kabila.” Rafiki said.
Kabila stepped forward, grasped a stone, and threw it towards the acacia tree, it landed in the hole dug at the base of the tree.
“Excellent job, Kabila. Three points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“The stone throw has concluded. Well done to everyone that took part.” Rafiki said.
Kohana, Vitani, and Kiara stepped forward, each were holding flowers and fruit.
“First place goes to the South Lands team.” Simba said.
Tiifu stepped forward, and Kiara gave her a baobab flower.
“Second place is a draw between the Grass Walls team and the Pride Lands team.” Simba said.
Kicheko and Bunga came forward, and Vitani gave them each a star fruit.
“Third place is a draw between the Leopon Plains team and the Tree of Life team.” Simba said.
Rani and Mhina came forward, and Kohana gave them each a horned melon.
Simba cleared his throat.
“The next event is the stick toss. It will take place at the grove of trees.” Simba said.
He led the way to the grove of trees.
When they arrived, Rafiki cleared his throat.
“For this event, team members must throw a stick at the trees.” Rafiki said.
“The farthest trees give five points. The first team to score 20 points wins.” Simba said.
Kion glanced at Beshte.
“Good luck, Beshte.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Beshte said.
He, Kopa, Magoro, Tiifu, Aminia, and Marali stepped forward.
“Beshte is first.” Simba said.
Beshte stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove of trees.
“Excellent, Beshte. Five points.” Simba said.
“Kopa is next.” Rafiki said.
Kopa stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Well done. Four points.” Simba said.
“Magoro is next.” Rafiki said.
Magoro stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Well done, Magoro. Four points.” Simba said.
“Next is Tiifu.” Rafiki said.
Tiifu stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. The stick landed a few feet away. 
“Nice try, Tiifu. Three points.”  Simba said.
“Next up is Aminia.” Rafiki said.
Aminia stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent, Aminia. Five points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Marali.” Rafiki said.
Marali stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Well done, Marali. Five points.” Simba said.
“All right. It is time for the next contestants to take their turns.” Rafiki said.
Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance.
“Good luck, Fuli.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Fuli said.
“First up is Fuli.” Simba said.
Fuli stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Well done, Fuli. Five points.” Simba said.
In the crowd, Ayana was still perched on Nala's shoulders, cheering loudly.
“Next up is Tatu.” Rafiki said.
Tatu stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Well done, Tatu. Four points.” Simba said.
“Ishi is next.” Rafiki said. 
Ishi stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed a few feet away.
“Nice try, Ishi. Three points.” Simba said.
“Baliyo is next.” Rafiki said.
Baliyo stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Very good, Baliyo. Five points.” Simba said.
“Next up is Zuri.” Rafiki said.
Zuri stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Well done, Zuri. Four points.” Simba said.
“Kicheko is next.” Rafiki said.
Kicheko stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Very good, Kicheko. Five points.” Simba said.
“Time for the next contestants to take their turns.” Rafiki said.
Kion and Bunga exchanged a glance.
“Good luck, Bunga.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion.” Bunga answered.
Bunga, Okereke, Danyal, Tojo, Muujiza, and Jelani stepped forward.
“First is Bunga.” Simba said.
Bunga stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Excellent, Bunga. Five points.” Simba said.
“Okereke is next.” Rafiki said.
Okareke stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed a few feet away.
“Nice try, Okereke. Two points.” Simba said.
“Danyal is next.” Rafiki said.
Danyal stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Well done, Danyal. Five points.” Simba said.
“Next is Tojo.” Rafiki said.
Tojo stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed a few feet away.
“Nice try, Tojo. Three points.” Simba said.
“Jelani is next.” Rafiki said.
Jelani stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Well done, Jelani. Five points.” Simba said.
“Muujiza is next.” Rafiki said.
Mefova stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Well done, Muujiza. Four points.” Simba said.
“It is time for the next contestants to take their turns.” Rafiki said.
Kion and Fuli exchanged a glance with Ono.
“Good luck, Ono.” Kion said.
“We believe in you.” Fuli said.
“Thanks.” Ono said.
Ono, Chausiku, Soyinka, Dalila, Ullu, and Kuuma stepped forward.
“Ono is first.” Rafiki said.
Ono stepped forward, grasped a stick with his talons, and flung it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Well done, Ono. Five points.” Simba said.
“Chausiku is next.” Rafiki said.
Chausiku stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent, Chausiku. Five points.” Simba said
“Soyinka is next.” Rafiki said.
Soyinka grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Nice try, Soyinka. Three points.” Simba said.
“Dalila is next.” Rafiki said.
Dalila stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Excellent, Dalila. Five points.” Simba said.
“Ullu is next.” Rafiki said.
Ullu stepped forward, grasped a stick with her talons, and flung it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Well done, Ullu. Five points.” Simba said.
“Kuuma is next.” Rafiki said.
Kuuma stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent. Five points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat. 
“It is time for the next contestants to take part.” Rafiki said.
Vuai, Ganda, Kenene, Jiwe, Karibu, and Mahuluti stepped forward.
“First up is Vuai.” Simba said.
Vuai stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent, Vuai. Five points.” Simba said.
“Next is Ganda.” Rafiki said.
Ganda grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Nice try, Ganda. Four points.” Simba said.
“Kenene is next.” Rafiki said.
Kenene grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree beyond the grove.
“Excellent Kenene. That was a very good throw.” Simba said.
“Six points.” Rafiki said.
In the crowd, Makini was cheering loudly, and jumping up and down. 
“Next up is Jiwe.” Simba said.
Jiwe grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Nice try, Jiwe. Four points.” Simba said.
“Karibu is next.” Rafiki said.
Karibu stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent. Five points.” Simba said.
“Mahuluti is next.” Rafiki said.
Mahuluti grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Nice try, Mahuluti. Four points.” Simba said.
“It is time for the final competitors of the stick toss to take part.” Rafiki said.
Kion, Mhina, Rani, Mshale, Pwani, and Kabila stepped forward.
“Kion will go first.” Rafiki said.
Kion stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent, Kion. Five points.” Simba said.
“Mhina is next.” Rafiki said.
Mhina stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Well done, Mhina. Five points.” Simba said.
“Rani is next.” Rafiki said.
Rani stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the other side of the grove.
“Excellent, Rani. Five points.” Simba said. 
“Next is Mshale.” Rafiki said.
Mshale grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree a few feet away.
“Nice try, Mshale. Four points.” Simba said.
“Pwani is next.” Rafiki said.
Pwani stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Well done, Pwani. Five points.” Simba said.
“Kabila is next.” Rafiki said.
Kabila stepped forward, grasped a stick, and threw it towards the grove. It landed next to a tree on the far side of the grove.
“Well done. Five points.” Simba said.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“The stick toss has concluded. Well done to everyone that took part.” Rafiki said.
Na'Zyia, Kohana, and Amira moved forward, each were holding flowers and fruit.
“First place goes to the Leopon Plains team.” Simba said.
Tatu stepped forward, and Kohana gave her a baobab fruit.
“Second place goes to the Grass Walls team.” Simba said.
Marali stepped forward, and Na'Zyia gave her a marigold flower.
“Third place goes to the South Lands team.” Simba said.
Tiifu stepped forward, and Amira gave her a ponya flower.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“Now, it is time for the final event of the Pride Lands Games! A wrestling challenge!” Rafiki said loudly.
“The wrestling challenge will take place at Lake Matope.” Simba said.
He led the way to Lake Matope.
When they arrived, Rafiki stepped forward, and cleared his throat.
“Each team member will face another opponent and wrestle them to the ground. If the opponent is pinned for three seconds, the standing team member wins.” Rafiki said.
Simba cleared his throat.
“First to compete will be Beshte and Kopa.” Simba said.
Beshte and Kopa stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Beshte eventually pinning Kopa to the ground.
“One, two, three.” Simba counted.
“Beshte wins.” Rafiki said.
Beshte stepped off of Kopa, and nudged him to his paws.
“Are you okay?” Beshte asked.
Kopa nodded.
Rafiki cleared his throat.
“Next up is Magoro and Tiifu.” Rafiki said.
Magoro and Tiifu stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Magoro eventually pinning Tiifu to the ground.
“One, two, three.” Simba counted.
“Magoro wins.” Rafiki said.
Magoro stepped off of Tiifu, and helped her to her paws.
“Up next is Aminia and Marali.” Simba said.
Aminia and Marali stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Marali eventually pinning Aminia to the ground.
“One, two, three.” Simba counted.
“Marali wins.” Rafiki said
Marali stepped off of Aminia, and helped her to her paws:
“Next is Fuli and Tatu.” Simba said.
Fuli and Tatu stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Fuli eventually pinning Tatu to the ground.
“One, two, three.” Simba counted.
“Fuli wins.” Rafiki said.
Fuli stepped off of Tatu, and helped her to her paws.
“Ishi and Baliyo are next.” Rafiki said.
Ishi and Baliyo stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Baliyo eventually pinning Ishi to the ground.
“One, two, three.” Simba counted.
“Baliyo wins.” Rafiki said.
Baliyo stepped off of Ishi, and helped him to his paws.
“Next up is Zuri and Kicheko.” Rafiki said.
Zuri and Kicheko stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Kicheko eventually pinning Zuri to the ground.
“One, two, three.” Simba counted.
“Kicheko wins.” Rafiki said.
Kicheko stepped off of Zuri, and helped her to her paws.
“Next up is Bunga and Okereke.” Simba said.
Bunga and Okereke stepped forward, and began to push against each other, Bunga straining against Okereke. Suddenly, Okereke shoved himself against Bunga, pinning him to the ground. He grasped Bunga's leg with his teeth, and pulled sharply. Watching, the animals in the crowd gasped.
“Okereke! Stop! You're hurting him.” Simba ordered.
Okereke ignored him, and continued tugging on Bunga's leg. Bunga was groaning in pain, and struggling to free himself.
Swiftly, Sarabi lunged forward, pulling Okereke off of Bunga. Kenene, Kumbutana, Rafiki, and Makini rushed towards Bunga, carrying bindweed, cobwebs, moss, and comfrey roots. Timon and Pumbaa rushed from the crowd to join them.
As Kenene, Kumbutana, Rafiki, and Makini treated Bunga, Simba, Nala, Chifu, Wimbo, and Mshale surrounded Okereke.
“Explain yourself, Okereke. Now.” Chifu said.
Okereke chuckled darkly.
“Served the little honey badger right.” Okereke said.
Suddenly, Makuu stepped out of the crowd, and cleared his throat.
“If I may speak, your majesties. I can shed some light on this situation.” Makuu said.
“Of course, Makuu. Go ahead.” Simba said.
“Throughout the games, Okereke has taken every opportunity to sabotage Bunga's efforts. In the swimming relay, he deliberately pushed Bunga into the path of one of my crocodiles, and in the running relay, he threw a stone into Bunga's path. And as you've seen, he's just deliberately injured Bunga.” Makuu said.
Chifu's expression hardened as he glared at Okereke.
“Is this true? Have you been sabotaging Bunga, and destroying the spirit of the games?” Chifu asked.
“I've been ensuring that the Back Lands isn't defeated by a honey badger.” Okereke said smugly.
By this time, Kion had come up to stand beside Simba, after checking on Bunga.
Mshale glanced at Simba.
“I'm sorry, King Simba. I knew nothing of what Okereke was doing.” Mshale said.
“It's all right, Mshale. You are not to blame.” Simba said.
His expression hardened as he glanced at Okereke.
“Due to the sheer lack of sportsmanship shown by one of its own team members, it seems I have no other option but to disqualify the Back Lands from the Pride Lands Games.” Simba said.
He glanced at Chifu and Wimbo. 
“I defer to the two of you to oversee further punishment, as Okereke is your subject.” Simba said.
“Thank you, Simba.” Chifu said.
Beside him, Mshale cleared his throat.
“Okereke is on my Lion Guard, so I'll be deciding what his punishment is.” Mshale said. 
“All right, son, then the choice is yours.” Chifu said.
Mshale's expression hardened as he glanced at Okereke.
“For the next three days, you are suspended from all Lion Guard duties, including patrols. You are not to leave Mirihi Forest.” Mshale said.
“Effective as soon as we return to the Back Lands.” Chifu said. 
Awkwardly, Kion cleared his throat.
“I think the winner of the games should be announced tomorrow, Dad. Everyone needs to rest.” Kion said.
“You're right, son. It is getting late.” Simba said.
He glanced at the assembled animals, and cleared his throat.
“The Pride Lands Games has concluded. Each delegation will be given shelter within the Pride Lands tonight.” Simba said.
He glanced at Nala and Kiara.
“The Tree of Life and Leopon Plains delegations will be given shelter at Pride Rock, with my family.” Simba said.
Behind him, Rafiki and Kenene were carefully helping Bunga climb onto Beshte's back.
From the crowd, Jasiri stepped forward, and cleared her throat.
“My mother has agreed to offer shelter to the South Landers, Grass Walls residents, and Back Landers in Chakula Plains.” Jasiri said.
“Thank you, Jasiri.” Simba said.
He glanced at the assembled animals.
“Everyone go and get some rest. We will announce the winner of the games in the morning.” Simba said.
He began to lead the prides towards Pride Rock.
When they arrived, Kion glanced at Simba.
“Can Rani, Baliyo, Nguruma, Mhina, Tatu, Kopa, Kicheko, and I sleep in the Lair tonight?” Kion asked.
Simba nodded.
“Of course. Goodnight, son.” Simba said.
“Goodnight, Dad.” Kion said.
He led Rani, Baliyo, Nguruma, Mhina, Tatu, Kopa, and Kicheko into the lair, and they settled down.
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The next morning, Simba's pride, the Lion Guard, the delegations from the kingdoms, and the Pride Landers gathered at Pride Rock.
Simba stepped forward, and cleared his throat.
“Despite the games abruptly ending, before the other contestants could take their turns in the wrestling challenge, a winner still must be chosen.” Simba said.
He glanced behind him at the assembled teams.
“The winner of the Pride Lands Games is the Leopon Plains team.” Simba said loudly.
As the animals cheered, Ajani stepped forward.
“We are extremely pleased to have been chosen as the winners of the games.” Ajani said.
Kohana stepped forward, and gave Ajani a baobab fruit.
Behind them, Kion had approached Mhina.
“Congratulations, Mhina. I'm so glad you've won.” Kion said.
“Thanks, Kion. I had a lot of fun competing with you.” Mhina said.
“Me too.” Kion said.
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== Appearances ==
=== Characters ===
* Henry Kaufman as Mhina / Mshale 
* Max Charles as Kion
* Joshua Rush as Bunga
* Diamond White as Fuli
* Bryana Salaz as Anga (cameo)
* Atticus Shaffer as Ono
* Dusan Brown as Beshte
* Meghan Strange as Ayo / Muhanga / Mbuni / Kinyonga (cameos)
* Shohreh Aghdashloo as Sapphire / Janna (cameos)
* Rob Lowe as Simba
* Moira Kelly as Nala
* Eden Riegel as Kiara
* Jason Marsden as Kovu (cameo)
* Matthew Broderick as Gula (cameo)
* Lacey Chabert as Vitani (cameo)
* Ivy Bishop as Kohana / Juhudi (cameos)
* Fiona Hart as Ayana (cameo)
* Landry Bender as Jasmin (cameo) / Makini / Tatu (cameo)
* Lyons Luke Mathias as Frerin (cameo) / Nguruma
* Bailey Gambertoglio as Na'Zyia / Aminia / Tiifu (cameos)
* Gene Miller as Regandi (cameo)
* Kari Wahlgren as Marali / Chini (cameos)
* Maisie Klompus as Merah / Madoa / Itanya (cameos)
* Penny Johnson Jerald as Sarafina (cameo)
* John O'Hurley as Hasani (cameo)
* Jack McBrayer as Badili (cameo)
* Alfre Woodard as Sarabi (cameo)
* Khary Payton as Rafiki / Muhangus (cameo)
* Julie Kavner as Ma (cameo)
* Charlie Adler as Max (cameo)
* Heather Headley as Kitendo / Fila (cameo) / Dalila (cameo)
* Christopher Jackson as Fikiri / Jelani (cameo)
* Behzad Dabu as Azaad (cameo)
* Amber Hood as Chausiku (cameo)
* Mekai Curtis as Kopa / Tau (cameos)
* Jason LaShea as Yun Mibu (cameo)
* Jeff Bennett as Zazu
* Kevin Schon as Timon
* Ernie Sabella as Pumbaa
* Fiona Riley as Binga / Shabaha / Bogino (cameos)
* Kimiko Glenn as Amira / Asante (cameo) / Cheza (cameo)
* Maia Mitchell as Jasiri
* Ace Gibson as Jivin / Kanu / Kenyatta / Johari / Haraka (cameos)
* Erica Luttrell as Queen Maya / (cameo) 
* Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Rani
* Hudson Yang as Baliyo / Danyal / Kicheko / Xolani / Shauri (cameos)
* Lou Diamond Phillips as Surak (cameo) / Ajani
* Miki Yamashita as Nirmala (cameo)
* Marieve Herington as Kenene / Zigo (cameo)
* Lana McKissack as Anika / Sukuma / Nyeupe / Zuzu / Anenih (cameos)
* Vyvan Pham as Ullu / Amali (cameo)
* Aaron Daniel Jacob as Kingiza / Koti / Tojo / Jiwe / Patch (cameos)
* Tiffany Espensen as Atiena (cameos)
* Paget Brewster as Kamaria / Ilanga / Kubariki (cameos)
* Jorge Diaz as Pwani / Zaire (cameos)
* Ben Schwartz as Maono / Jatau (cameos)
* Kate Micucci as Mahuluti / Kwatile (cameos)
* Madison Pettis as Zuri
* Grace Young as Ãnanda / Mayamiko / Wimbo (cameos)
* James Sie as Sãhasí / Siwazuri (cameos)
* Justin Felbinger as Mtoto (cameo)
* J. Elaine Marcos as Bukali (cameo)
* David Oyelowo as Kumbutana (cameo)
* Beau Black as Magoro
* Noah Baird as Okereke
* Ron Funches as Soyinka (cameo)
* Christopher Willis as Ishi 
* Gary Anthony Williams as Chifu
* Evan Kishiyama as Ganda / Uchoraji (cameos)
* Wendie Malick as Kabila (cameo) 
* Cissy Jones as Karibu (cameo)
* Keith Ferguson as Biba (cameo)
* Blair Underwood as Makuu  
*Allison Janney as Kuuma (cameo)
*Jacquez Swanigan as Salehe / Baraka (cameos)
*Mckenna Grace as Kiazi / Kambuni (cameos)
*Elise Allen as Muujiza / Sawubona (cameos)
*Kevin Michael Richardson as Basi (cameo)
*Justin Hires as Reth (mentioned) / Hodari (cameo)
*Ogie Banks as Cheka (cameo)
*Matthew Yang King as Ajali / Fababa / Dughi / Kheri (cameos)
* Nick Watt as Nane / Zito (cameos)
*Virginia Watson as Hiyo / Pembe (cameos)
* Beck Bennett as Toa (cameo)
* Steve Blum as Hakuna (cameo)
* Jacob Bertrand as Chama (cameo)
* Clyde Kusatsu as Domog / Lutfi (cameos)
* Dee Bradley Baker as Kesho / Kibwe / Masikio (cameos)
* Alex Cartañá as Twiga (cameo)
* Phil LaMarr as Shingo (cameo)
* Lynette DuPree as Ma Tembo (cameo)
* Justin Felbinger as Mtoto (cameo)
* Howy Parkins as Mbeya (cameo)
* Maurice LaMarche as Kifaru (cameo)
* Graham McTavish as Shomari (cameo)
* Vargus Mason as Njowga (cameo)
* Michelle Gomez as Mari / Zuwena (cameos)
* Natalie Couglin as Lulu (cameo)
* Tania Gunadi as Mchuzi (cameo)
* Rachel House as Mfukoni (cameo)
* Gerald Rivers as Pua (cameo)
* Andrea Libman as Nayeli / Ebele (cameos)
* Dawn French as Rina (cameo)
* Jennifer Saunders as Rada (cameo)
* Meredith Scott Lynn as Thema (cameo)
* Lupita Nyong'o as Adea 
* Chloë Grace Moretz as Sofi
* Wanda Sykes as Tish
* Deb Doetzer as Tama (cameo)
* Sarah-Nicole Robles as Kubali (cameo)
=== Groups ===
* The Lion Guard
* Reth's Pride (mentioned)
* Simba's Pride 
* Tumaini Pride 
* Night Pride 
* Moshi Pride
* Fikiri's Troop
* Kubariki's Clan
* Siwazuri's Pride
* Fila's Coalition
* Ukweli Pride
* Sukuma's Flock
* Jelani's Troop
* Nyuma Pride
* Basi's Pod
* Makuu's Float
* Muhangus' Armory
* Mbuni's Flock
* Twiga's Herd
* Ma Tembo's Herd
* Mbeya's Crash
* Masikio's Drove
* Pride Landers (uncredited)
* Back Landers (uncredited)
* South Landers (uncredited)
* Max's Colony
* Thema's Herd
=== Locations ===
* Pride Lands
** Pride Rock
** Lair of the Lion Guard 
** Watering Hole
** Mizimu Grove
** Lake Shangaza   
** Embamba Canyon 
** Urembo Meadows
** Acacia Grove
** Grove of Trees
** Lake Matope
** Chakula Plains (mentioned)
* Back Lands (mentioned)
**Mirihi Forest (mentioned)
*Leopon Plains (mentioned)
*Tree of Life (mentioned)
*South Lands (mentioned)
*Grass Walls (mentioned)
=== Animals ===
* Leopons 
* Lions
* Cheetahs 
* Hippopotamuses 
* Eagles 
* Egrets 
* Honey Badgers
* Mandrills
* Binturongs 
* Hyenas 
* Leopards 
* Tickbirds
* Hornbills
* Meerkats
* Warthogs
* Tigons
*Elephants
*Owls
*Smilodons
*Crocodiles
* Servals
*Red Pandas 
*Aardvarks
*Ostriches
*Giraffes
* Elephants
== Trivia ==
* Both Team Pride Lands and Team Leopon Plains are known to win the events every year.
*In the original version...
**The events were the Running and Flying Relay, Cave Race, Ultimate Smack Down, Back Lands Triathlon, and Swimming, but these were changed to prevent continuity errors.
**There was a Team Outlands that was to compete and sabotage the event, but they were dropped in favor of other teams from other locations.
**Team Back Lands consisted of a cougar named Jabari, Kusi (then named Kasi), Angalifu, and a lioness named Jayei. They were dropped to prevent continuity errors and were replaced by the rest of Moyo's (now Mshale's) Lion Guard.
**Kasi and Fuli got into a fight that was broken up by Sarabi, but this was taken out when the story was updated, mostly in part to Kasi (now Kusi) being dropped.
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