Welcome back to the coolest D&D podcast in the realm! Today's episode is going to blow your minds, folks!

Buckle up buttercup, because we're about to meet Lara - a streetwise orphan who accidentally becomes a queen! This all starts with a prophecy she swiped as a kid, you know, for funsies. But people are desperate for hope, and they latch onto her and this prophecy like a starving dog on a steak. Suddenly, Lara's living a lie, pretending to be this chosen one with magic powers. Talk about pressure!

The poor girl is stuck in a gilded cage, forced to play the role of a divine savior. Every little coincidence is seen as proof of her magical destiny. She's surrounded by wide-eyed believers who are just begging for miracles! It's enough to make anyone crack.

But here's the twist: Lara's a survivor. She might not have magic, but she's got street smarts in spades. She takes her 'visions' and turns them into battle plans. And get this, it actually works! The kingdom starts winning battles, all because of Lara's quick thinking and the sheer audacity of her lie.

Then things get really crazy. They capture the enemy general, and he's all confused. Turns out, Lara's been fulfilling the enemy's prophecy this whole time! Talk about a plot twist! She could come clean, but that would probably destroy everything. So, she doubles down.

Lara decides to become the monster everyone expects her to be. She embraces the role of a ruthless leader, using the power they've given her to actually lead them to victory. From orphan to queen, all thanks to a lie, Lara's journey is one you won't want to miss!

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