A Reddit writer poses a juicy worldbuilding question: Why would a powerful faction provide a bride for a cursed prince from another kingdom—and what do they gain in return? In this episode, I explore possible motivations behind this political marriage, from magical contracts to high-stakes survival and long-forgotten debts.

👉 What are your favorite marriage-of-convenience or alliance tropes in fantasy? Drop them in the comments!

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