A poor fisherman finds a magical treasure, and the moment he touches it, his arm turns into gold
Introduction to the Story
Setting the Scene
- The movie opens with a group of pirates on a ship in the ocean, where a mutiny occurs due to the captain's refusal to reveal the location of an underwater city.
- The captain falls into the sea, revealing that his son, Haishang, is hidden inside a barrel. After this event, the pirate leader dies.
Haishang's Journey Begins
Life as a Fisherman
- Twenty years later, we see Haishang grown up and working with fishermen; he was adopted by Captain Long after being rescued from the sea.
- Captain Long instructs his crew to search for treasures under the sea and mentions heading to "the eye of the sea." A young crew member discourages Haishang from joining them.
Encountering Mystical Forces
Discovery of Power
- While exploring alone, Haishang finds a golden stick that grants him mysterious powers but also attracts danger when a giant sea monster appears. He struggles underwater and eventually passes out.
- Captain Long dives in to rescue him but is attacked by the sea monster, leading to chaos as pirates attack their ship while Haishang is left vulnerable in the water.
Captured by Pirates
Confrontation with Pirate Queen
- After being captured by pirates, Haishang meets their queen who questions him about his origins and takes interest in his golden piece. She locks him up after realizing its significance.
- He manages to escape with Ansu, who helps him heal from an injury inflicted by an arrow shot from the pirate queen during their escape attempt. There are hints of attraction between them.
Quest for Elixir Island
The Legend Unfolded
- Ansu reveals that her quest involves finding an underwater city believed to be beneath Elixir Island; she provides context about crossing dangerous waters known as Ghost Mist using special mercury water.
- They successfully navigate through Ghost Mist but face challenges along their journey as they seek refuge at Ansu’s family home where tensions arise due to her bringing home a stranger (Haishang).
Discovering Hidden Truth
Clues About Underwater City
- Dr. Wu introduces himself as a scholar searching for treasure related to Elixir Island; he shows Haishang drawings similar to his golden piece indicating that it leads them closer to discovering an underwater city beneath a mountain shaped like a ship.
- As they explore further into caves reminiscent of past memories shared with his father, they encounter flooding water which triggers latent powers within Haishang allowing him to freeze it just in time for survival.
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The Revelation of Haishang's Identity
Haishang's Confession and Consequences
- Haishang reveals to Inso that he is the son of a pirate chief, which upsets her due to the dangers associated with his identity.
- Inso confronts him about hiding his tattoo and true nature, leading to a confrontation where she walks away from him.
The Encounter with Sada
- A character named Sada introduces himself as Haishang’s past connection, revealing that he was once a pirate alongside Haishang's father.
- Sada claims that only Haishang can open the eye of the sea, emphasizing the significance of his tattoo.
Pirate Attack on Elixir Island
The Aftermath of Conflict
- Upon returning to Elixir Island, Haishang discovers pirates have attacked and killed Enso's grandfather.
- The pirate leader acknowledges Haishang for bringing them to the island, causing tension as Enso realizes his role in this chaos.
Sada’s Influence Over Pirates
- Sada commands respect from the pirates and assures the islanders they will not be harmed after claiming he found a secret underwater island.
Haishang's Dilemma
Offers from Sada
- Sada proposes an alliance with Haishang to seize gold from the underwater city by opening its gate.
- Enso seeks help from Long to unite against evil pirates but faces resistance from other boat people who refuse to risk their lives for a pirate.
Long’s Decision
- Long ultimately decides to support Enso in rescuing his son, showcasing loyalty despite previous tensions.
Confrontation on Pirate Ship
Tensions Rise Aboard
- Onboard the pirate ship, Hiang begins attempting to open the city gate while facing pressure from Long’s crew urging him to return home.
Betrayal and Tragedy
- As they attempt escape, Sada betrays them by shooting Long, mirroring how Hiashang lost his father.
Final Showdown at Sea
Battle Against Evil Forces
- The pirate leader attempts revenge on Enso but is thwarted by a sea monster that intervenes during their fight.
Climax: Power Struggle
- In an intense moment, Sada draws power from the city causing chaos; Hiashang struggles against him but eventually gains strength through his father's armor piece.
Resolution and Aftermath
Defeating Sada
- With newfound power, Hiashang breaks through barriers created by Sada leading to his demise.
Restoration of Peace
- Following Sada's defeat, ghost fog dissipates over Elixir Island; however, friends mourn believing Hiashang has perished despite their victory.