Karthon Arc

**Karthon Arc** is the first arc of the series. It spans from episode \_\_\_ to episode \_\_\_\_.

## Summary

The arc begins with Eli, Plinio, Amanda, and Xavier returning to the main headquarters of the Blue Crown Resistance after their brief time at home. Cato announces that he has a meeting with the Prime Minister of Karthon in a weeks time and would like Alpha Team to go along with him and train with some of the princes of Karthon in their native/signature technique - Titan Connection. The kids all agree and they begin traveling to Karthon.

The journey is pretty simple and uneventful and they soon arrive in Karthon within a few days. As they arrive, they meet up with the King, Prime Minister, and two princes - Marx (the oldest son) and Jaxon (the second oldest son). After a short conversation, the Prime Minister and King depart, and Eli and Cato go off together. This leaves Xavier, Plinio, and Amanda with the two princes. Marx explains some history about Karthon and then decides that he will train both Xavier and Plinio, while Jaxon trains Amanda.

First, Marx and Jaxon explain Titan Connection and how it relates to powers in general. All abilities that comes from Descendants stem from the most ancient of powers - Primordial Gods. Titans were born of Primordial and Olympians from them. Under normal circumstances, Descendants use the power of Olympian Connection. It is never referred to as Olympian Connection during attacks, as it is the standard default type of attack. In contrast, Titan connection allows the user to connect with ancient power of Titans, leveraging some of their power to enhance your attack.

Primordial Connection and Primordial Flow is theoretically possible, though it has never been achieved by anyone in Karthon or around the world.

The first step is making a connection to this ancient power source, referred to as **Titan Connection**. Titan Connection attacks are unique attacks that can only be performed when using this type of attack. They can often be deceiving, as their use of of energy is highly efficient in comparison to the attack's potency.

An extension, as well as further evolution of Titan Connection is called **Titan Flow**. This allows the user to absorb Titan power and use it to augment all of their abilities (speed and power) as well as augment their techniques (Olympian and Titan alike).

Due to the difficulty of mastering Titan Flow, most Titan Connection users, leverage a "Titan Flicker." Similar to the superior Titan Flow, Titan Flicker allows the user to absorb Titan power and augment abilities, but only for very short bursts. This allows the user to increase their abilities, while also remaining under control. Both Prince Marx and Prince Jaxon utilize Titan Flicker, while Prince Xian is the only one who has mastered Titan Flow.

The final stage of Titan Connection can only be unlocked by those who possess a Titan symbol power. This only includes Cronus. If a Cronus symbol power user was able to master Titan Connection and Titan Flow/Flicker, they can use "True" Titan techniques (As was the case with Cato).

While the rest of of Alpha Team trains with the Karthon princes, Eli and Cato work together. During the Aether Island Arc, Eli finally unleashed his power, but could not control it. Cato meditates with Eli, attempted to teach Eli to let out his energy in a slow and controlled manner. After a bit of time, Eli's energy begins flowing out of him. Cato is extremely proud of Eli and soon is amazed by the amount of energy that he can release. Cato notes that his potential is massive.

Plinio, Xavier, and Amanda stop their sparring and watch in awe as Eli's energy continues to flow out of him. They walk over and sit down, watching. Xavier is still not impressed. The amount of energy is breath-taking, pulling in the attention of everyone in the area. Soon, Eli's expression begins to change from calm to strained as the aura begins flowing irregularly. Cato, realizes this is the end of his reserves and calmly talks to Eli, instructing him to stop pushing out his aura and instead, hold it. Eli does as he is told and opens his eyes, his vast aura surrounding him. He stands and looks at everyone smiling, a tear coming to his eye as he realizes that he finally has control over his powers.

Cato congratulates him on gaining control of his powers and Eli smiles as the aura dissipates from around him. Plinio and Amanda embrace Eli, while Xavier remains distant.

They train for a few more days, until they have their meeting with the Prime Minister. They go to his building and meet with him, discussing plans. Soon, Karthon is invaded by an army. Karthon's soldiers clash with Leo's in a bloody battle. Cato and the kids stay with the Prime Minister and King to protect them.

The Karthon army battles and protects the sacred water. Joining the battlefield, the two princes battle aginst the two commanders of the Aberon Army - Arius and Luxius. The battle is hard fought, but the princes defeat both of the commanders. Soon after, Leo himself comes out and runs at the princes, who are exhausted from battle and defenseless against a beast such as him. At the last second, third third prince, Xian, clashes with Leo. He fights really hard, pushing Leo back momentarily.

Unfortunately, the tides soon turn and Leo begins to beat on the prince. Leo is just too powerful, and even discusses how he is barely using a fraction of his powers. He attempts a finishing strike but is blocked by Cato, who has joined the battlefield. He couldn't bear to wait on the sidelines any longer, knowing the damage that Leo could cause.

Cato and Xian work together to fight Leo. This prospect excites Leo, who activates his symbol power, and attacks the prince and Cato. The battle is shortlived, as a soldier reports to Leo that all the Sacred Water has been taken and mission is accomplished.

Begrudgingly, Leo deactivates his symbol power and leaves with the remaining members of his army.

As the army leaves, Amanda begins to treat the fallen soldiers. The Prime Minister and King, as well as all three princes, thank the group for their help against Leo. Soon a man walks up to the King holding a small test tube of a clear liquid. He tells the King that they stole all of the Sacred Water except for this small vial. Acknowledging that the water does not regenerate or refresh, he gifts the last vial to the group as thanks for their help. He tells Cato that the Sacred Water has magical properties and will expand the power of anyone who drinks it dramatically. In addition, Xian confirms that he is willing to train Cato personally in Titan Connection in the future as thanks.

Cato thanks the Karthon royalty and soon leaves with the rest of the group. They begin traveling back to the main headquarters.