Akiko in the Castle Of Alia Rellapor — Mark Crilley

Akiko, our fourth-grade Earthling hero, and her loyal crew have finally reached Alia Rellapor's castle, where Prince Froptoppit is being held prisoner. But in this final part of their mission, they must face their greatest challenges. Giant robotic Torgs patrol the grounds, and fierce snow-lizard Vungers guard the prince. There's the menacing presence of Alia Rellapor herself. And if all that isn't bad enough, the crew encounters someone they hoped they'd never see again: Throck, the half-man, half-machine who almost ended their quest after they climbed the Great Wall of Trudd. Then Akiko discovers something that could force her to abandon the rescue mission -- and her friends -- altogether.

Join Akiko, Spuckler Boach, Mr. Beeba, Poog, and Gax in this thrilling conclusion to their adventures on the planet Smoo.