In the previous Castle Swimmer chapters, Prince Siren went through hard times following his grave injury, while Kappa made a significant resolution to live without being controlled by fate. Castle Swimmer Chapter 42-48 build on these critical moments, showing how everything unfolds. The major themes discussed in this webtoon include loyalty, redemption, and finding one’s purpose in life, which makes it engaging and emotionally loaded.
Castle Swimmer Chapter 42-44: A New Evil Raises Its Head
Castle Swimmer Chapter 42 begins with Siren having nightmares, illustrating the traumatic events in Kappa and Siren’s past. Waking up anxious, he clutches tightly onto Kappa’s bag, reflecting his lingering attachment and unresolved sentiments about his beloved friend. In the next scene, Silver visits Siren, and their conversation unveils how Siren has been having these dreams non-stop. When Silver asks why he hasn’t discussed these issues with his mother, he remains silent.
On the other hand, Kappa is being dragged in an arbitrary direction for the third time today. He is frustrated and doubts the prophecies. While venting out, a giant crab-like creature appeared, making him realize that this creature had been pulling him all those weeks. After close examination, he realizes that it is a mini-god. His confusion heightens when an octopus person enters, claiming ownership of the mini-god. Castle Swimmer Chapter 42 ends with the mini-god and octopus person disappearing, leaving Kappa alone and confused.
Mucku
In Castle Swimmer Chapter 43, a mysterious octopus person appears where the mini-god had vanished earlier. As she spots Kappa, she muses that he is some sort of “crab compass,” always showing up wherever the crab is. Curious, Kappa inquires about the octopus person, and she introduces herself as an evil witch named Mucku and brags about her magical powers. She demonstrates some magic, making Kappa a little uneasy, but his fears are soon replaced with surprise when he realizes she has healed his wound. This unanticipated act of kindness by someone who asserts being evil makes her character perplexing.
Later, she says she will use Kappa as the “crab compass” to capture the mini-God and summon her fellow witches. Her call was answered by another witch, Mono, who emerged from the sand. But Mono brings the bad news that there is no crab. Kappa wonders why they’re trying to catch a mini-God. Before giving any details, Mucku claims they have a question for him, and he agrees to assist in any way possible. Nonetheless, she quickly reminds him that he is their captive and outlines their intention of taking him to their queen.
Queen Nethimir
In chapter 44, Mono and Mucku bring along Kappa as they search for their queen. Every step creates suspense over what will happen to Kappa, at whose power lay his fate. Suddenly, Queen Nethimir appears with all her regality, commanding attention immediately. She wants to know how close her witches are to catching the crab, but Mucku informs her that they failed.
Mono then hands over the crab compass, surprising the Queen. The moment she sees Kappa, she recognizes him as the Beacon. Mono and Mucku are also shocked to learn that their crab compass is none other than the Beacon himself. The air gets tensed as he asks what the matter is, but none of them answer.
As they prepare to leave, Kappa is suddenly pulled in one direction, confirming his status as the crab compass. Mucku uses this opportunity to explain how he can lead them to the mini-gods. Kappa instead tries to convince the witches that there’s a prophecy about the crab and that he could be able to help them out. Queen Nethimir asks what he gets in return since witches do not do favors. He requests, “I want to be an Evil Witch.”
Chapters 45 to 48: Kappa’s Dream And Siren’s Determination
Castle Swimmer Chapter 45 opens up with a surprising reaction from the evil witches when they hear Kappa wants to be one of them. The Queen asks, “Why would a Beacon want to be an evil witch?” He speaks earnestly, expressing his longing to relinquish his beacon duties and put an end to prophecies. He explains that becoming an evil witch will enable him to say no to people; thus, he will keep his promise to someone who brought change. The Queen picks Mucku to teach Kappa wickedness. Mucku is so excited that she accepts the offer and says, “I will turn this tiny boy into a cruel and terrible fiend. There is some evil blood in this shiny body somewhere.”
On the other hand, Prince Siren asks for a meeting with the Elders Council, wanting to stop this hateful curse once and for all. His decision to leave the castle to find an appropriate solution to break the curse forever demonstrates his leadership qualities and loyalty to his subjects. The council tells him that he must undergo sufficient training before leaving, which will take several months. Meanwhile, Selkie tells Siren they have about a year before the curse returns based on when he last bled. The chapter ends with a frustrated Siren while Queen Susca enters his room without the crown.
The Consequences
Chapter 46 starts with a tender moment between Siren and his mother, Susca. She asks him if he is alright, and Siren demonstrates emotional resilience by feeling scars painlessly and responding with “Just dandy“, highlighting his strength.
When Queen Susca was still ruling, her fellow elders informed her that her reign had ended but requested her help in training a new ruler among them. This potential leader is Skiff—a character who comes across as loyal, confident, and competent throughout this webtoon, thus signifying the transition of power dynamics within the kingdom.
Siren agrees with the elders’ suggestion that Skiff is well-equipped to be a good king. The agreement underscores Siren’s maturity and dedication to the kingdom. He later reveals his quest to break the curse to his mother. He says his father may be the only person who shares this goal, and he wants to find him.
Farewell of Prince Siren
Chapter 47 opens with Prince Siren rejecting the council’s suggestions and leaving immediately. This critical decision shows how resolved he is towards doing something independently without caring about what others think or believe should happen.
Before leaving, he takes time to bid an emotional farewell to those close to him and his loved ones. He also visits Silver, saying parting words that show a profound connection between them. Furthermore, he hugs Selkie and Skiff warmly, appreciating these two significant people in his life. On approaching the gates with Kappa’s bag, an unexpected sight brings tears to his eyes as he sees his mother at the castle gate.
Prince Siren’s New Path
Chapter 48 of the webtoon opens with a touching scene where Queen Susca gives him some important things for his journey. It is a bittersweet moment when they part ways, highlighting the emotional gravity of Siren’s departure from home. In leaving through the castle gates, he leaves his mother alone, a poignant symbol of destiny’s accomplishments.
The chapter ends with an interesting turn of events. As Siren heads off, he remembers Kappa’s sack and checks on what it contains. To his amazement, the sack has a tiny cryptic creature. The creator beautifully captures Siren’s complex feelings as he ventures into unfamiliar territories. The combination of excitement and apprehension matches readers’ expectations about what will happen next in Siren’s journey.
Personal Reflection
The above-analyzed chapters are critical points in Castle Swimmer, where emotions run deep, characters mature, and twists come into play. Wendy Lian Martin continues to awe me with her ability to intertwine intricate plots while developing rich characters. From reading Castle Swimmer Chapter 42-48, one can tell that it is at a thrilling turning point. If you have yet to start reading the Castle Swimmer webtoon, now is the best time to dive into this underwater fantasy tale. What do you think about these recent changes, and where will they lead? Leave your thoughts and predictions in the comment section below as we continue delving deeper into this fantastic series!
