Only in silence the word, only in dark the light,
only in dying life:
bright the hawk's flight on the empty sky.
- The Creation of Éa
Ease the sail!
The wind is too strong.
Curse the lot! A storm this time of year? Where's my Weatherworker?
Make haste, man. Calm these waves before we go under!
What's wrong?
Captain... I can't remember their names.
True Names of the wind or the waves.
What? Have you lost your mind?
Captain!
There's something above the clouds!
Where is it?
Have gods protect us.
It's a dragon! What is it doing out here?
Look! There's another one!
Dragons fighting? That's impossible!
More than 2000 sheep have taken the fever in Enlad alone.
Half of them have died.
Seven hundred of the kingdom's prized calf have been infected.
So far, we've lost 50 head.
Your Majesty, I have recieved a report that
an infant on Taon has been stricken with the fever.
Be Silent!
If we lose our heads now, then what will become of the People?
Seal off the affected areas to stop the fever from spreading.
Summon every healer in the kingdom to find a cure.
For those with the greatest needs, send ample provisions.
Root. Find out what's behind this.
Majesty.
What about the drought in the provinces?
We sent Weatherworkers but their spells had practically no effect.
Soon, we will miss the date for the spring planting.
Root, can you explain it to me? Why have these hardships struck us?
I sense the Light dimming, Your Majesty.
The Light?
The Light of the Balance that sustains the world.
Your Majesty!
What is it now?
Dreadful news I am afraid!
Dragons. They have just been sighted off the coast!
- Dragons here? - Two, Your Majesty. One of them was killed.
Dragons here, in the East? I never dreamed such a thing would come to pass.
In an ages past, dragons and men were one.
Those who lusted after wealth chose the land and the sea became men.
Those who cherished freedom became dragons and chose wind and fire.
Since then, dragons and men have remained divided.
To hear that dragons have been seen, Let alone fighting...
Means that the darkness that threatens us is rapidly approaching.
Bring the ship's captain to me. I wish to hear more of this.
And Root, I want you there as well.
Majesty, please...
- We'll get in trouble! - I have to!
What is it?
I was wondering if you have seen Prince Arren?
You see he has not returned since last night.
Prince Arren? Gone?
That's enough.
His Majesty is quite occupied.
Surely you can see that.
Forgive me Your Majesty.
It's just...that he is not himself lately. We were worried.
That's absurd! Arren is no longer a boy. In fact, he is 17.
Please forgive his heedless interruption, Your Majesty.
The people of Enlad deserve your undivided attention.
- Very well. - Sire.
I must tend to my correspondence.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I'm seeing things.
Arren...
So you are my death...
Are you alright?
Steady there, lad!
Is this what you are looking for?
This is dangerous country for travelers.
You were lucky this time. You must be hungry.
It's not much, but you're welcome to it.
Here.
So, do you have a name, lad?
My name is Arren.
Arren. It means sword in Enlad, doesn't it?
Well then, you are home away from home.
How can you know that?
That blade you are wearing was forged with magic.
I doubt the you have yet the power to unsheathe it.
What is it?
Nothing. Nothing at all.
Arren?
If you have nowhere to go, You are welcome to come with me.
I doubt that our meeting here was just an accident.
And I'd welcome a companion on the road.
Arren! Are you coming?
I don't even know your name.
It's Sparrowhawk.
More ruins. Farmers abandoned their land.
There's more to this than just poor harvests.
Come, Arren. We should push on.
Excuse me, Lord Sparrowhawk?
Sparrowhawk will do. What is it?
Sparrowhawk?
Where is it we are going?
Right now, we are headed to the next town. But where the road take us then...
...I'm afraid I don't know.
- Getting tired? - No.
We're almost there. Come on.
There it is.
That is Hort Town.
Are these people criminals?
No, they are slaves.
Here, people are goods to buy and sell.
Trading in human lives...
Two guineas, gentlemen! Do I hear two guineas?
Two guineas!
I have two guineas! Do I hear three?
Three guineas!
Three guineas! Sold to the gentleman for three guineas!
I have got no more room. Why don't you try the stable?
Are you sure you couldn't make room?
I have gauzes from Sowl! Silks from Lorbanery! Only today!
Furs and felts! Beautiful woolens!
Is this some kind of market day?
No lad. It's like this year round.
Silks and satins! Canvass and fleecefells!
Well, good day. Looking for something you need.
Then, how about this silk? They are Lorbanery's finest.
Feel it. Fine as a mayfly's wing.
I don't have a wife for such delicate gift. I need a cloak for my young friend.
Hmm, a wizard without a girlfriend, eh?
But I don't really need a cloak. I am fine.
Arren, You don't expect to go about dressed the way you are, do you?
I suggest you hide that sword on your belt.
If it's cloaks you are wanting,
Fleecefells from Gont. The highest quality.
Four warp strings to the finger width. This is Andradean work.
On Gont, they are known for using six or more.
You used to be a sorceress. Why disgrace yourself by selling fakes?
Because people don't believe in silly foolish tricks anymore!
Maybe my good are not what they seem.
But at least they're something you can touch.
Not mere lies and air like magic and sorcery!
Sparrowhawk!
Thank you.
Let go of me!
Calm yourself, young master.
I have something. This is especially for you. It will open the door to bliss.
Here. Try one.
What is it? What is this?
Hazia, my lord. Ha-zi-a.
Take one. Leave sorrow and fear behind.
No more sorrow or fear...
That's right.
You will never again be troubled with the misery and suffering of this world.
No payments necessary. It's my pleasure.
Arren.
Is this something I can help you with?
This is your friend?
Perhaps, you would like to partake yourself. I'm sure wizards have troubles too.
Yes, perhaps. But none that your wares could ever hope to reverse.
Save us from the arrogance of sorcerers!
Oh, and I suppose you've lost your powers too?
Just know, hazia is not something to flirt with, Arren. Look!
Eating hazia brings with it a feeling of euphoria.
But then the spirit abandons the body and wanders aimlessly in the darkness.
When it returns, more and more hazia. And finally, death.
Arren, are you alright?
Are you feeling better?
The wind is fresh up here.
Something's not right with this town.
Not only this town, lad.
Farmers' crops withering away. Their sheep and cattle are sick and dying.
I have even seen people who have lost their minds.
Do you think that it's some sort of pestilence?
No. If that were true,
then it would be a sign that the Balance was trying to right itself.
But this? I fear that someone is trying to destroy the Balance.
And there's only one creature in Earthsea capable of creating that kind of evil.
Only one.
Well then. Are you feeling well enough to return to the inn?
I'd like to rest up here just a little longer.
Very well.
I'll be waiting. Be careful.
I will.
Slave traders...
So, you are a witch?
And an ugly one at that!
Won't fetch very much with a face like that.
Just a few guineas I suppose. But we can still have a bit of fun.
Oww! My finger!
This little witch has spirit.
I think I am going to enjoy this.
Who's there?
Make yourself known.
Well, well.
What do we have here, little boy!
Go ahead. Take him!
No hard feelings, boy. Just following orders.
I'll make it quick.
Maybe you'd rather be a slave, huh?
Beg for mercy!
Changed your mind?
Life is nothing to me.
So you want a fight, eh?
Draw your sword!
Now, it's my turn.
Uh oh.
Hold on, boy. You don't care what happens to the girl?
Go ahead.
If you want her that much, you can have her.
Come on men!
Are you...
Therru!
Therru...
A bird...
So! We meet again, little boy.
Take him!
He should fetch a good price. Don't be too rough with him.
Take him away!
Look at this piece of junk. Couldn't give it away!
Give it up, it's no use!
Quiet...
Silence! Or I'll feed you to the hounds!
Come on!
Get moving!
What's going on?
I don't know. Move, you lazy animals!
What the devil is wrong?
Sparrowhawk...
We must go, Arren.
Can you stand?
What about the others?
I left no one bound. What happens now is up to them.
I don't understand. How did you find me?
When you didn't come back, I scoured every cornor of Hort Town.
Finally, someone told me they saw a boy taken by slavers.
I was left with no choice but to summon a finding spell.
I am sorry, I was foolish.
No, it was my fault.
I shouldn't have left you.
Forgive me, Arren.
Who's there?
It's me, Sparrowhawk.
Sparrowhawk?
Someone's been hurt.
I'm sorry. It's very late.
It's you, Ged. Come in.
He's asleep.
I'm sorry to have taken your bed.
He needs it more. Here, this will warm you.
Thank you.
You haven't changed at all.
You're keeping well, Tenar?
I suppose. Only, it hasn't always been easy.
And you?
Still wandering as before?
That was good.
It has been a long time.
Yes...
As Archmage, I have got no time to wander.
Not as I once did.
What brings the Archmage so very far away from his home?
Evil tidings come from every corner of Earthsea.
Things are desperately out of Balance.
Strength is ebbing from the world as is the sun's light within.
What about the Art Magic? That as well?
Yes. It's as if our blood were flowing out from our very veins.
You are looking for the answer?
Yes.
Oh dear, we woke you up.
Come here. Don't worry. This man is an old and very dear friend of mine.
This is Therru. She's been with me for five years now.
Call me Sparrowhawk. Please forgive me for waking you.
Hawk?
Therru never speaks to strangers. You should feel very honored.
What is it?
Could she be...?
Lord Cob.
Enter.
Please forgive my interruption. I have bad news to report.
What is it?
I'm afraid some of our slaves have escaped.
I see. You've lost my precious merchandise.
Rest assured, my lord. We've captured most of them.
And?
What about those who still elude you?
We will have them soon. We're scouring the countryside.
You're a fool.
Do you think you cannot be replaced by another?
Please! It was a wizard who interfered! A wizard with a scar on his face!
What's that?
A scar on his face?
Sparrowhawk. The Archmage pays me a visit.
Find him for me, Hare... or else.
I won't fail, my lord.
I've waited long time for this... Sparrowhawk.
Tenar! I brought the water in!
Where is she?
Tenar? Are you still asleep?
Tenar?
Are you sick?
That girl...
That must've been a surprise. I should've told you, dear.I am sorry.
Don't worry. Arren is travelling with me.
You have nothing to fear.
He may seem a little wild at times, but he has a good heart.
Good morning.
Yes, good morning.
I'm not hungry.
Therru!
Did you sleep well enough? How do you feeling now?
I'm feeling a lot better.
I didn't do anything to that girl.
Of course you didn't. Come. Time for breakfast.
You will need your strength for plowing.
What plowing?
Whoa there.
Getting blisters?
Yes.
Maybe we should rest for a little while.
I love the smell of newturned earth.
- But... - Yes, lad?
I htought you told me that you were a wizard.
I see.
You want to know why a wizard would spend his time working in a field like a farmer?
- Isn't that right? - Yes.
Listen to me, Arren.
Everything you see under the sun and stars owes its very existance to the Balance.
The wind and seas. The powers of earth and light.
All that these do is well and rightly done within the Equilibrium.
But now, men hold the power to control the world.
Man must learn to do what leaf and waves and wind do naturally.
It is for us to keep the Balance.
Everything that exists has its True Name.
Power of magic is nothing more than the power to command,
based on the knowledge of a thing's True Name.
To use that power irresponsibly and the Balance of the world is easily damaged.
Spells should be made only when absolutely needed.
You two have been busy.
From the looks of things, I say you earned yourself a decent lunch.
Are you feeling better now?
Here. You need to eat well, Arren, in order to regain your strength.
Oh, what about the girl?
Ah, you mean Therru?
It seems that one of our spring lambs is taken ill.
So, she's busy nursing it today.
Do you want to change places?
No, I can do it.
- How did it go? - That's all for today.
Well, dinner is nearly ready. So, wash up and come inside.
- I'm going to put the ox back in the stable. - Thanks, lad.
There, you should be feeling better. Just need your mother's milk.
That's it.
Good girl.
What do you want?
Oh... nothing.
Why are you here?
To hurt me? Are you going to kill this little lamb?
No. You know, I was just...
Go away! Get out of here, now!
I despise anyone who doesn't care about life.
I'm sorry.
Out of my way!
Let's eat.
It's so good having men to help with the farm this time of year.
Even if it is the two of you.
I may not be much with the plow, but I certainly know how to handle animals.
That's right. You used to be a goatherd, didn't you?
What's wrong, Arren? Is something bothering you?
No.
What is this place?
Come, Arren. This way.
Sparrowhawk?
Come. Take my hand.
Arren!
No! Sop! Let go!
Arren!
Arren! Wake up!
Arren! Arren, wake up!
What's wrong?
He had a bad dream, I think.
A dream...
Summer is almost here and I need your help.
There's still much of the field left to plow.
I'm sorry. I've got important business, Tenar. I'm afraid it can't wait.
Great Archmage and I still can't count on you.
Come now, Tenar.
Should you really be taking Arren's horse?
If he asks, just tell him I borrowed it. He is better off without it today.
Tenar. I want you to keep a very close eye on him for me.
I give you my word.
I'll be back by nightfall! And back at work tomorrow!
I certainly hope so.
- Who was that? - He is not from around here.
Did you see that scar?
He must've come from that woman's house.
She's a witch, you know. She didn't fool me. I have known it all along.
Yes yes, I know. She is a very peculiar one. And that young girl she keeps.
Mark my words. That child is bad luck to us all.
No! Don't say that out loud!
Who was that?
He's not from around here.
He's a friend since you are so curious.
He's helping out with the daily chores.
Can I help you?
My child has a fever, ma'am. I need a little more of that healing potion again.
I see. Give me a minute.
What's wrong with you? Why are you sticking to me?
I'm afraid!
Spare us from evil!
That's enough!
Here, same as always. If the child's not better soon, come see me again.
Thank you, ma'am.
I was wondering...
Yes, I know. Pay me as soon as you are able.
Thank you, ma'am. You're very kind.
Hope she feels better!
And I wish there were more decent people in the world.
Therru has never hurt another person..
Well, at least the woman looks after her own. There is that.
And As for Therru, her parents abused her and abandoned her on the side of a road.
They burned her. That's how she got that scar.
Oh, what a frightful child!
My goodness! Did you see her eyes?
Please, have mercy!
No one wants to buy an old woman!
You have nothing to fear, ladies. Perhaps, you can even help me.
Seen any strange looking people around here? I would be grateful to you.
Very grateful.
There's a young one up at Tenar's farm!
And one man with a scar on his face!
Tenar? Who's that?
The witch! She lives right up this road. Up there!
Thanks, old hags!
Wait! Where are you going?
Come back!
- Oh, you promised to pay us! - Liar!
There it is! That's it!
What could that be?
Stop it! Get out of here! Get out of here now!
You're looking very well, boy. Didn't think I'd find you here.
You swine! What are you doing here?
Now, now. Let's not fight. I just want a word or two with your wizard friend.
Get back. Sparrowhawk's not here.
If you are hiding him here, you will regret it.
Why should Sparrowhawk need to hide?
A man like you could never be a threat to the Archmage.
Sounds like she's telling the truth. All right, we'll be back!
Unill then!
Animals. don't come back!
Lord Cob will be most pleased.
So that's what happened.
And neither one of you said a word about it.
Well, I think we replanted most of it.
Let's go build the fence.
Tenar? Have you and Sparrowhawk known each other for a long time?
Yes, we have. And it's been a very long time.
He's been a wanderer as long as I have known him.
It's the life that he's chosen for himself .
He does what he does because he has to. it's just what he is.
And at last, he became Archmage, the greatest wizard in all of Earthsea.
You mean he is master of the Great House of Roke?
Yes. But many years before he became Archmage,
He came and rescued me, and led me into the light.
One man, all alone.
He brought me out of the Tombs... of Atuan.
Welcome.
Don't get many wizards in here. Need a weapon?
I would like to see that sword.
Can't vouch for this one.
Unusual features and workmanship, so I picked it up.
But it's rusted solid. It's worthless.
You there, wizard! Turn around.
Are you deaf? I'm talking to you! Look at me.
You said something, sir?
Is there something on my face, my lord?
Stupid old man.
You! If you run into a wizard with a scar on his face,
tell him the great Lord Cob wants to see him right away!
Cob? No, never heard of him. He is not from where I come from.
Once he's Lord of the Two Lands, you will hear it plenty.
So, don't forget it!
Yes sir.
I'll take the sword. How much?
Wait a minute... your face!
Something wrong?
No, I suppose not...
What can you tell me about this wizard, Cob, that he spoke of?
Be careful, my friend! Keep your voice down.
Cob is the only wizard in this parts who still holds onto his powers.
He is not exactly popular around here.
He lives in the fortress outside of town. I'd keep clear if I were you.
I never thought I'd find you here, Cob.
You are better at farm work than I expected. You hardly seem like a beginner.
Thank you.
I thought that you might like to stay and help a while.
I am sure Therru would like that too.
Well, but I...
You don't have to give me an answer right now. But I hope you'll think about it.
All right.
Put the ox in the stable for me.
Yes, Tenar.
I'm home, Therru.
Therru? Therru? Where is she up to now?
Arren! I can't find Therru. Will you go out in back pasture for me?
Tell her to come inside before it gets dark.
Alright.
Therru?
Therru...
Far, far above the clouds soaring with the wind
A falcon flies alone silent as the sky
I hear his lonely cry never can he rest
I walk with you along an empty winding road
They are far from the ones we love never can return
Never can we see again countries of our wounds
When will I ever find a place to call my home
Sadness circling like a falcon in the sky
When will I ever find a way to speak my heart
To someone who knows what it is to be alone
Far far above the clouds against the setting sun
A falcon flies alone silent as the sky
I hear his lonely cry never can he rest
I long to spread my wings and fly into the night
Open this lonely heart to one who understands
When will I ever find way to speak my heart
When will I ever find a place to call my home
Sadness and lonliness a falcon in the sky
When will I ever find a way to speak my heart
To someone who knows what it is to be alone
I murdered my father, Therru.
What?
I stabbed him and then I ran away.
I don't understand. Why would I do something so horrible?
Did he do something bad to you?
No. My father was a great man.
But I am nothing like that. I failed my father and I failed myself.
And yet, sometimes I'm filled with a rage I can't control.
It's as if there were some other person hidden deep inside me.
I know you saw it too.
You were right, Therru, when you told me I don't belong here.
Oh, I didn't mean that.
No, you were right.
If I don't leave soon, it will come here again.
A woman?
Yes. She lives past the marshes.
And you're sure the Archmage is with her?
Yes, my lord. He has been seen by many in Hort town.
My spies have confirmed the sightings.
Splendid.
Yes, my lord.
Let's go, men!
A greeting from the Archmage. Thank you, Sparrowhawk.
Therru! Arren! Supper is ready!
Where's Arren?
I thoought he was with you?
Maybe he's just resting. Therru, go see if he's up there.
He's not here.
That's odd. Where on earth did he go?
I'll look outside.
Arren...
Goodbye, Tenar, Therru.
I guess it doesn't matter which way I choose.
A dead end.
It's here!
Someone's here. I hope that's Arren.
Arren?
Sparrowhawk?
That's strange.
What are you doing?
You! What do you want?
Wizard's gone then. You will have to do since I can't return emptyhanded.
What do you mean?
Tenar, what's wrong?
Run, Therru! Run!
Pleasant surprise!
Didn't know we'd meeting again this soon, princess.
Leave her alone! She's done nothing to you.
Therru!
So, little princess. Just tell me, where can I find that prince of yours?
Watch those teeth of yours!
I need you to deliver a little message for me. Tell this to the wizard!
If he wants to see his woman again,
he can find her at Lord Cob's castle.
Take her away!
- Therru! - Tenar!
- Therru, no! - Tenar!
Therru! Therru! No! No!
Therru! Are you all right? Therru!
Tenar! Let her out of there.
You stay right where you are till the wizard gets back. Behave, little princess.
Lord Cob's waiting. Let's go!
Stop!
Tenar!
I'm sorry. I'm afraid that he will be coming with me.
Begone!
Where am I?
You're safe here. The Shadow can't follow you into the castle.
You mean you saw it?
I know a bit of the Art of Magic myself.
And I know what you're running from.
You made a very wise decision to break free of that man.
What man?
Sparrowhawk. That is, to say, the Archmage.
Here, drink this. It will soothe you.
What's wrong? Trust me, it's not poisoned.
Now, lie still and rest.
The Archmage is more dangerous than you can ever imagine.
No... Sparrowhawk is a good man.
When I needed him, he was there for me.
Then tell me this. Did you ever ask yourself what it is he is seeking?
No...
Eternal life is the only thing he craves.
Eternal life? What do you mean?
You see, the Archmage stands at the pinnacle of sorcery.
Except that the secret of eternal life is beyond his grasp.
And yet, that is what he covets most.
But as he covets, so does he fear another will discover it first.
That would be unbearable to one so proud as the Archmage.
And what does all of this have to do with me?
Because you are the one who's been chosen to recieve the secret of life eternal.
That's the reason Sparrowhawk follows you because he wants to kill you.
He wants to bring me death...
Arren, I am asking you to come with me?
I've already found it.
I found the door that seperates us from the chasm between life and death.
You see, we can open that door together, you and I.
And together, we will live forever.
We will conquer every form of fear and suffering.
Fear and suffering...
Come with me, Arren. The face of death is terrible.
I don't want to die.
Of course not. All you need to do his tell me your True Name.
Then you will finally possess that which you most desire.
Come. Your True Name, Arren. Tell me what it is.
Lebannen...
Now I finally have you, Sparrowhawk.
Hawk, where are you?
Hawk!
What's wrong, Therru?
It's Tenar. They came and took her away.
They said for you to go to Cob's castle!
Therru, what about Arren?
He is already gone. He told me that it will come if he didn't go away!
Cob's doing...
Therru, no need to worry.
I'm going there to help Tenar. Wait here and I will be back.
Here. I want you to take this. Arren's going to need it.
Do not leave the farmhouse, Therru!
Out you go.
Quick.
Keep your hands off me.
Greetings, lord Cob.
We brought the woman, my lord. Just as you ordered.
Excellent work, Hare. You've done well..
It was nothing. The only pleasure I seek in this life is to serve you, my lord.
- Out of my way. - Hey. Why watch your mouth.
Are you responsible for this?
What do you want with me? Let me go now!
My apologies for the harsh treatment.
I have pressing business with Sparrowhawk.
You're a wizard, isn't that right?
Wizards don't do this sort of things. You should be ashamed.
If you want him, go find him yourself!
He's actually an old aquaintance of mine.
I just thought it would be nice to see him one more time.
So, why bring me here? To be the bait? What are you planning to do to him?
Women forever tax my patience.
Put her down in the dungeon.
My lord. Do it!
Wait! Answer me!
I am warning you. If something happens to Sparrowhawk, so help me!
Arren...
Let's go!
Come with me, Lebannen. I have something special for you.
In you go.
Make yourself comfortable. Your wizard will be joining you down there soon enogh.
This reminds me of the Tombs. So many memories.
Sparrowhawk...
Cob! Are you making the same mistake again?
At ease!
Any sign of the wizard?
No. Not yet, sir.
Now, where is he?
It's him. Alright, take your positions!
Here he comes!
Don't miss him. Now, men!
Let the gate be open!
Stop!
That maggot tricked us!
Don't just stand there. Think of something!
Well, Cob. I am here. It's Sparrowhawk.
Show yourself to me!
I've been waiting for you, Sparrowhawk.
Forever it seems.
At least since I left you at the border of the land of death, Cob of Havnor!
They say you're the Archmage now.
Congratulations.
I'm came, Cob. Now release Tenar!
You disappoint me, Sparrowhawk.
The great Archmage, in all his glorious power, smitten by a woman.
I know that you used her to lure me here. What is it that you want?
What do you think I want?
I haven't forgotten what you did to me.
How you dragged me to the gates of the Dry Land.
Have you forgotten the reason why?
You twisted the Pelnish Lore,
to mock and make sport of the spirits of the living as well as the dead.
Isn't that enough for you to repent?
You taught me an important lesson on the border of the Dry Land.
Now I know I can never accept death
So I gathered up every book on ancient lore I could find.
I regret to say, some of their owners were not cooperative.
And what are you plotting now, Cob?
I've succeded, Sparrowhawk!
I've finally woven the greatest spell of all.
The door between life and death has been closed since the beginning of time itself.
But now, I shall open it.
Opening the door is forbidden! Have you finally gone mad?
Those with power bear the burden to wield it with wisdom, Cob.
Would you destroy the Balance that sustains the world?
What rubbish.
The Balance is gone long ago.
You would know that far better than anyone else.
It was destroyed by Man.
You think you can limit Man's desire? The desire for life.
Immortality will be mine.
I will exist between time and death.
Cob! Without the cycle of death and rebirth, there can be no life for anyone!
I am already beyond Nature!
Sparrowhawk! There's someone else here who wants to see you.
Arren! What are you doing here?
Lebannen! This man would deprive you of eternal life!
Arren! Did you reveal your True Name to him?
I'm going to live forever!
I'm tired of living in fear.
Arren, life without death is not life!
Don't you see.refuse death, you refuse life as well!
Liar!
Listen to me, Arren.
No man nor any living thing in this world preserves their live forever.
But only to men is it given to know that we must die.
And that is a precious gift.
This life that is both our torment and our treasure,
was never meant to endure for eternity.
Life is a wave on the sea.
Would you force the sea to grow still, to save one wave?
To save yourself?
Arren...
You thought you made a fool of me, didn't you, wizard?
There's more than one entrance to this castle!
Why? Why am I growing weaker?
Coming here was another of your blunders, Sparrowhawk.
Your powers are useless in this place.
Now then, lock him in the dungeon alongside his woman.
I'll finish them tomorrow.
After they have tasted pain and humiliation.
Yes, my lord.
On your feet, chickenhawk!
Sparrowhawk!
Sparrowhawk! Are you all right? Get up.
I will be back for you tomorrow.
Say your goodbyes while you still have time!
Sparrowhawk! Sparrowhawk!
Tenar...
How could they do this? You're the Archmage, aren't you.
I'm sorry, Tenar. I just keep getting you into trouble.
Stop talking nonsense!
Not sure which way to go.
Arren?
Arren! Wait!
Arren! Cob's men came to the farm and took Tenar away!
Arren, your sword! Sparrowhawk told me to give it to you!
You want me to follow you?
Tenar is being held a prisoner inside that castle.
Sparrowhawk too.
Sparrowhawk...
This belongs to you, right? Sparrowhawk said you would need it.
You've got to hurry. They really need your help!
I cannot go any further than this. You must go on alone.
Take the sword with you and bring it to me.
I know you can do it.
What do you mean? You're with me right now.
You see only a part of me.
I am being held by a wizard against my will.
But what are you?
Stay away! Get back now!
Stay back!
Arren's heart was burdened with fear.
And that fear filled his heart with desperation and darkness.
Fear of what?
In the end, the darkness stole his body and ran away with it.
But something was left behind when you see.
Darkness cannot exist without light.
Now the light that was left behind wanders alone, like a shadow.
Shadow?
What you see before you is just a shadow that is searching for its body.
Father...
You are Arren?
Don't worry. I'll be with you.
- How? - By giving you something precious.
I give you my True Name. Lebannen... Lebannen.
Lebannen...
It's him.
He should be ashamed to call himself the Archmage!
Yes, but just don't forget which wizard he was up against.
There is no equal in Earthsea for lord Cob!
Well spoken!
By the way, what's our little friend up to, huh?
I hear that he shut himself in his room.
Arren really is here!
He's a lucky one, that boy.
Only somebody like Cob would be sneaky enough to steal the wizard's apprentice.
Though, there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of use for him.
None at all.
When we're through with the wizard,
we're just gonna have to sell him into slavery again.
All right! Go down and get Sparrowhawk and his woman.
I am afraid the great Archmage's time has finally run out!
They're really going to kill them.
Arren!
Arren?
What are you doing here? Did they kidnap you too?
Here. I think this belongs to you.
I'm not worthy of my father's sword.
Arren, they've got Tenar and Sparrowhawk.
They said they're going to kill them.
So please. Help them like that time you helped me.
I can't help them. I can't help anyone.
All I can do is fail.
Arren, what's wrong with you?
They're both going to die if we don't do something!
Don't you care? I said they are both going to die.
We'll lose the most important thing in the world.
Therru?
What's the most important thing in the world?
You know life is what's most important.
We'll all going to die someday. So, nothing we do now really matters.
Why should we fight to preserve life when We know it's just going to end someday?
No! Life is precious because we know we're going to die!
Death is isn't what you fear most, Arren. You are afraid of being alive.
You want to live forever, then you say nothing matters.
You're afraid to live.
You're afraid to live the only life you have!
Therru...
You think your life belongs to you?
Tenar gave me my life. That's why I have to live.
So, I can give life to someone else.
Lebannen...
That's the only way we truly live forever.
Therru, how did you know my True Name?
You told me yourself.
Now I'll tell you mine. My True Name is...
Tehanu...Tehanu.
Tehanu...
It'll be light soon.
Come on, Therru. We've got to help them!
Arren, wait!
What is it?
Over there!
Sparrowhawk and Tenar!
Come on!
Jump.
I can't! It's too far!
Don't worry! You can do it!
Let's go.
Sparrowhawk!
Time to say goodbye, Sparrowhawk.
Your lover is about to take a little journey.
Why don't you send him off personally?
Sparrowhawk, you don't need to worry.
This world will be left in good hands while you're gone.
What can I do, Sparrowhawk?
Tenar.
It's not over just yet. The sun will rise soon.
What do you mean?
Can you not hear that, Tenar? Help is already with us.
That is more than enough time for goodbyes.
Now do it. Finish him off.
No!
Let them go right now!
Lebannen.
Arren! Therru!
Careful, boy. Stay out of this.
Show him no mercy.
Get back.
Take him!
Please, spare. Don't hurt me. Don't hurt me.
What a pity.
And here I thought you and I had an understanding.
Enough! You don't control me any more.
Then you shall see the face of death, Lebannen!
It's a summoning spell.
Arren!
Stay back!
Die!
Please, let me do this. Let me draw it.
I do this for life.
That sword. That sword was forged with magic.
He's become an old man!
Kept alive only by sorcery.
Lord. Lord Cob!
You cannot stop me.
I will never accept death.
Wizards are not supposed to fear death!
You miserable girl!
I am far superior to you insignificant little worms.
I have studied the Wisdom of the Ages!
I wield power. I am almighty!
The wizards of Roke scorned me like some witless fool?
They drove me out like a dog!
But now, I'll have my revenge on them.
I'll never die and I'll be Archmage.
Therru!
That little fool.
Hear my commands, stones. I unbind you!
Sunrise...
Let me go!
Does it hurt, girl?
Cob!
Let her go, now!
Stay where you are.
Death is quite terrifying!
Don't do it!
Quite quite...
Therru!
Quite quite quite terrifying...
Listen, Cob! You and I are just the same.
You turn your eyes away from light to see only darkness.
No! Keep away!
You seem to have forgotten that all life is connected.
Life can't be hoarded, it can only be given!
Deny death, and you deny life!
No. Wrong...
You have to face the truth, Cob! Everyone fears their own mortality.
No! I never want to die.
Cob!
No. Stop it!
Therru!
Therru... Arren...
Arren!
Time to die! Time to die!
Arren!
And you will join him now.
Let her go! Don't kill her!
Anyone who gets in my way must die!
She's dead, she's dead. Poor thing.
Sun is rising.
Hurry... must hurry...
Stop!
Therru!
Eternal life!
Shadow, return to darkness!
Give me life!
I want life...
I want to live.
I want to live!
Tehanu!
It's good to see you, old friend.
What about them?
They'll be just fine. You see, they have wings.
Thank you... Therru.
I'm returning to Enlad to answer for what I did.
So, I can finally face myself.
Arren.
I was hoping that I could see you again someday?
Come on.
We have to go thank Sparrowhawk and Tenar.
Sora no kodokuna taka yo
Oh lonely hawk, flying in the sky
Kaze ni aragainagara
Struggling against the wind
Soko ni aru no ha hikari to yami
All around you is light and darkness
Hitori dake no sora
A sky for only you
Sora wo miagete naita
I looked up at the sky and broke into tears
Hitori ikiteru kimi yo
Oh you, you who live alone,
Shinjitsu no na wo oshiete okure
Let me hear your True Name
Itsu no hi ka kiete shimau kimi yo
Oh you, you who will one day fade away
Hikari ga yami ni tokeru youni
As light dissolves into darkness
Kokoro no naka wo toorisugiru
Your song passes straight through my heart
Kimi no uta wo utau yo
I'll sing it... your song
The End
Sora wo miagete naita
I looked up at the sky and broke into tears
A
Hitori ikiteru kimi yo
Oh you, you who live alone,
Shinjitsu no na wo oshiete okure
Let me hear your True Name
Itsu no hi ka shinde shimau kimi yo
Oh you, you who will one day fade away
Hikari ga yami ni ukabu youni
As light floats upon darkness
Chinmoku no naka ni toorisugiru
Your song that passes straight through silence
Toki no uta wo utau yo
I'll sing it... the song of time
Umare kieteiku hakanai
Born to fade away
Inochi-tachi yo
Oh you, bearer of a fleeting life
Owari ga ari
But where there is an end
Hajimari ga aru yo
There is a beginning
Wasurenai de
Don’t ever forget
Sora no kodokuna taka yo
Oh lonely hawk, flying in the sky
Kaze ni aragainagara
Struggling against the wind
Sora wo miagete naita
I looked up at the sky and broke into tears
Kimi yo
Oh, you...