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King Ottokar's Sceptre - Part 1

O-oh... looks like someone forgot their briefcase!

Professor Hector Alembick. 24, Flyaway Road.

That's not far from here.

I'd better take it back.

Here we are!

Now where on earth could I have put it?

- Come in! - Hello?

Ah, Mrs. Piggot.

Just leave the mail on the table, if you please.

It's not Mrs. Piggot.

My name's Tintin.

I found your briefcase in the park.

Briefcase?

Briefcase!

It's very kind of you.

Ahh... It's my speech for the I.S.A. convention tonight.

I thought I'd lost it!

What's the I.S.A.?

The International Sigillographical Association.

Sigillography is the official study of seals and stamps.

Sounds interesting.

Oh, it is!

Let me show you my collection?

Some of these seals are...

many centuries old.

And each one has

its own story to tell.

Seals are very rare these days. People don't use them anymore.

I have travelled all over the world and met

many fascinating people who also collect and trade these seals...

Building my collection has been a great joy over the years.

This is my prize specimen...

It's the seal of King Ottokar IV of Syldavia.

Only three have ever been found.

As a matter of fact, I leave for Syldavia tomorrow to study the other two.

Sounds great!

Yes, but I still have a lot to do before I leave.

I have to pack, and give my speech.

My speech!

It's on your desk, professor...

I really must hire a secretary.

I don't suppose you'd be interested...?

I'm sorry, professor, but I already have a job.

- Now, if you'll excuse me, I really should get going. - Of course!

Good luck, young man!

And thank you again!

Goodbye!

Poor Professor Alembic.

Excuse me, do you have the time?

It appears my watch has stopped.

Yes, it's twenty past eleven.

Thank you.

My book!

I must have left it at the professor's.

Come on, Snowy!

I do not trust this Tintin.

Why? He is an innocent man returning a briefcase...

We do not know that!

This Tintin could cause much trouble for us.

We must be sure of his intentions.

Find out what you can,

but I warn the others...

I lost him!

A Syldavian restaurant!

Interesting coincidence!

Can I help you?

Ah, yes! Thank you!

- The menu! - Thanks!

I'll have... a...

szlaszeck and mineral water, please.

And is there some place I could wash up while I'm waiting?

Through that door and to the right...

Great!

Does this Tintin suspect us?

No. He knows nothing.

What are you doing here?

Sorry! I got lost!

- He's downstairs... to the right. - Thanks!

That is Tintin!

"Danger awaits he who pokes his nose

into other people's business. "

What does this mean?

It's just a proverb. Old Syldavian custom.

You enjoy your meal!

Szlaszeck is my specialty.

It is the leg of a young dog.

Dog!

Snowy?

Snowy!

Let's go, boy!

That will teach him!

Suf... sir... sib...

Ah, here it is... Syldavia!

A state in the Balkan peninsula.

In the 12 th century, Syldavia was conquered by the Bordurians.

In 1275, the people of Syldavia rose against the Bordurians.

And in 1277, the revolutionary leader, Baron Almazut, was proclaimed King.

He adopted the title - King Ottokar I.

He should not be confused with Prenzel Ottakar I,

the duke who became King of Bohemia in the 12th century.

Nobody there!

The street is deserted.

"For the last time...

mind your own business!"

So I am on to something!

But what? And how do I find out?

Bingo!

Professor, this is Tintin.

Is the secretary job still open?

Why, yes!

I'd like to take it, I mean, that is if you still want me.

Of course I do! Meet me at the airport at 2:00 o'clock tomorrow.

Great. See you then.

Morning, Mrs. Finch.

- Good morning, detectives. - Is Tintin around?

No... he just went to the store. He'll be back in a minute.

Package for Mr. Tintin...

- He isn't here. - We'll give it to him.

I'm supposed to deliver it myself.

Police!... Hand it over!

Just trying to be helful, Mrs. Finch.

I think we'd better investigate this, Thompson!

Right, Thomson!

What's going on?!

Detectives!

Tintin!

What happened?

Someone sent you a package... we heard a "bizz"!

Guess they found out I'm going to Syldavia...

Who's they?

Them!

Stagger after him, Thomson!

Stop!

Halt! Police!

- They're gettin' away! - That's it! Let's go!

Hang on!

Now!

- Tintin, are you alright? - I'm okay.

Then let's go!

Forget it, detectives. It's too late! They're gone!

Guess I'll find out what's going on in Syldavia.

First bricks, then bombs!

These guys aren't messing around!

- Hello? - Tintin?

It's Professor Alembic.

Just wanted to check that everything's...

No!

Professor? Professor!

Excuse me! Pardon me!

Professor!

Why did you scream!

I thought you were in trouble?

But... I didn't scream...

I heard you, Professor!

You must have made a mistake. I'm fine.

Sorry... I'll see you at the airport in a couple of hours.

I don't like this.

Something isn't right.

Good morning, Professor.

Morning, Tintin!

Last call for Flight 621 to Prague.

All passengers must board immediately.

That's us. We'd better get going.

I didn't realize you smoked.

I'm trying to stop.

Hurry up, Snowy!

I've never seen him smoke before.

Passengers may take their seat belts off.

Okay boy, you can get up.

Look at the sheep, Tintin!

They're so tiny!

They look like toys.

He saw those sheep without his glasses?

But how? Yesterday he couldn't see 2 feet in front of them.

A book about Syldavia!

"Syldavia is one of Eastern Europe's most beautiful countries.

It's a fertile country rich in minerals and precious gems.

It is ruled by King Ottokar XII, a direct descendant

of Syldavia's first king.

The symbol of the King's right to rule is

Syldavia's most important treasure.

It is called the Ottokar Sceptre.

The sceptre is kept at Kropow Castle and is heavily guarded at all times.

Each year on St. Vladimir's Day,

the King must show the sceptre to the people.

If he were to lose it, he would be forced to abdicate.

And whoever holds the sceptre would become the new ruler. "

Hmm... how fascinating!

I just can't get over the change in the professor!

First I see him smoking...

then he can see without glasses...

How can that be? Unless...

He is an impostor!

Welcome to Syldavia.

We hope you have enjoyed your flight.

I have to find out the truth.

It's real? I... I mean...

I'm really sorry. It was an accident! I tripped.

- That's quite alright. - Professor Alembic?

Yes.

And this is my assistant, Tintin.

The King's aid has arranged a special flight for you.

I am to take you directly to Klow.

That's wonderful!

Yes... wonderful!

I am glad you both are happy.

La! If you will please follow me...

I didn't realize how beautiful Syldavia is!

You should see more of it.

Allow me to arrange that.

Snowy... Snowy!

It's okay! You're safe!

Me? I was thrown out of an airplane!

You know... plane?

In sky... Me... fall...

and ka-boom!

That's right! The Police!

Come with you to the police?

With pleasure-skya!

Oh, my suitcase!

Wait a minute...

This isn't my suitcase!

What is this?

Twins!? So this professor is...

an imposter!

That's me...

the day I met the professor.

Kropaw Castle...

I remember it from the brochure.

Now it makes sense!

They're planning to steal the Ottokar Sceptre.

Police! Quick! It's an emergency!

English? You speak English?

Doesn't anyone speak English?

Please, I'm trying to find someone who speaks English!

I speak a little.

You've got to help me!

Some thieves are trying to steal the Ottokar Sceptre!

The Ottokar Sceptre?

Yes!

Look! I've got proof.

I will call the Palace!

What is your name?

Tintin.

What did the Palace say?

The King's aide has agreed to meet with you.

You must leave for Klow immediately!

Great!

Hello?

Detectives!...

I'm convinced the Professor I've accompanied to Syldavia is an impostor.

The real professor must still be there.

You have to find him! I'm sure he's in danger.

What's this all about?

No time to explain. I've got to go!

You have rendered a great service to my country.

I thank you!

I will telegraph at once to Klow and have professor Alembick arrested.

Excellent.

Now I really must get going. Can I rent a car?

There is not a single car in the village,

but I'm sure I can arrange something.

Thank you, Captain!

Can't we go any faster?

You know...?

Faster!

Hello? Zerov?

It's a peasant's cart on the road to Klow!

Yes.

A young boy!

Good! We'll be waiting in the forest.

Here they come! Get ready!

Hands up!

Where is the young foreigner you are taking to Klow?

I... I... I... He... He...

We know he's with you!

He's not here!

Wait! There's a car coming.

Remember! Our guns are trained on you!

But... but...

car... he's he's he's in...

...he's in the car!

Now this is what I call faster! Right Snowy?