The Mighty Tuskers
1h 30min | English | Rights Available
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In the heart of the African rainforest, a young elephant prince defies his tusker king father to rescue his friend, sparking an epic battle between a heroic team of super tuskers and a sinister gorilla warlord for the soul of the kingdom.
Genre: Young Adult/adventure/live action
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In the heart of the African rainforest, King Ajamu and his team of superhero elephants, The Mighty Tusks, stand as protectors against the brutal rule of Abasi, a power-hungry gorilla with a magical gem. Ajamu’s son, Dakarai, has been sheltered from the dangers of the forest to protect him from Abasi’s threats. But when Dakarai’s best friend, Berko, is captured by Abasi’s forces, Dakarai defies his mother’s orders and sets out alone to save him.
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As the young prince’s mission brings him closer to danger, he crosses paths with his father’s allies, The Watch, led by the fearless lion Mugambi. The Mighty Tusks, along with The Watch, rally for a rescue operation, leading to a final showdown at Abasi’s stronghold. In this epic battle, Dakarai confronts Abasi’s dark magic and, with bravery and newfound allies, breaks the hold of the enchanted gem. Victorious, Dakarai earns his father’s pride and a place by his side, ready to carry on the legacy of The Mighty Tusks in defending their homeland.
The Mighty Tuskers
Authors: Erik Daniel Shein, Melissa Davis & Karen Fuller
Hardback ISBN: 9781960076755
Paperback ISBN: 9781960076762
eBook ISBN: 9781960076779
Genre: Middle-Grade Fantasy Adventure
Release Date 5/18/2023
A compelling journey of seven legendary tusker superheroes and the one in line to be the next king.
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A war has raged for centuries in the African rainforest. Once a place of peace ruled by a great tusker king, the rainforest now lies in shadows as the ghosts of the Obambo fight for dominance. The story is older than time, but a glimmer of hope shines on the horizon. Change is in the wind, and the world is ready for it.
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Dakarai, a young African forest elephant, has grown up on the stories of his father, the great tusker king, Ajamu, one of the seven great tusker superheroes. It is not only his birthright to follow in his father’s footsteps but also his greatest desire. Hidden and sheltered from the ongoing war, Dakarai finds himself unprepared when the time comes to join.
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With their very existence at stake, Dakarai must master his abilities and self-doubts to face the greatest evil in the jungle. If he doesn’t prevail, all is lost.