Pericles

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The play begins in the court of King Antiochus, who challenges suitors to solve a riddle for the hand of his daughter, with dire consequences for failure. Pericles, the Prince of Tyre, quickly grasps the dark truth behind the riddle, revealing Antiochus's incestuous relationship with his daughter. This sets the stage for a tale of intrigue and moral dilemmas, as Pericles navigates the dangerous political landscape to uncover the truth and protect himself and others from the king's deadly game.