The protagonist in 'Lost Royals' rescues the prince through a mix of cunning and brute force. Knowing the castle's secret passages from his time as a former guard, he sneaks past the enemy lines undetected. When he reaches the prince, he finds him chained with enchanted cuffs that drain magic. The protagonist uses a hidden dagger made of star-metal, the only material that can break such cuffs, freeing the prince. Then, they fight their way out together, the protagonist shielding the prince with his body during the escape. It’s a thrilling sequence where every move counts, and the protagonist’s knowledge of the castle’s weak points proves vital.