“The volcano gives the shark a home. The shark gives the volcano a reason to swim.” – Ancient Proverb of Kültepe. Next week: The Shark and the Volcano Girl vs. The Sandstorm King.

As they descended into the blackness, Dalga whispered in the language of currents: "Keep burning."

While other creatures fled the heat, Ateş dove into the water. Steam hissed around her, but the fire within her made her immune to the burn. She grabbed the red-hot bars with her bare hands, melting them away.

The plan was dangerous. Ateş had to dive into the deepest, coldest trench where her fire could be extinguished. Dalga had to carry her there, trusting that her heat would not boil him alive.

is a legend whispered from ship to ship, reminding us that friendship is not about being the same. It is about finding the one person whose opposite makes you whole.