Sovereign of the Bean, Keeper of the Eternal Roast

From the moment the first dawn’s light spilled across the ramparts of Fultztopia, the King has ruled with a steady hand and a palate unmatched in the known realms. In the short stories, he is depicted as both a benevolent ruler and a cunning strategist — the kind who can negotiate peace over a shared cup, yet command armies with the same precision he applies to the grind size of his morning brew.

The King’s reign began after the legendary Siege of the Empty Cup, when he rallied the people with the promise that no citizen would ever wake to a barren pantry again. His throne, carved from the roots of the Great Coffee Tree, is said to hum softly with the heartbeat of the kingdom’s roast.

Though he wears the crown, the King is not without rivals — most notably his own Royal Advisor, Prince Kimchi, who believes himself the true ruler, and Sushi, Keeper of the Royal Pantry, whose “inspections” often deplete the kingdom’s reserves. Yet, in the stories, the King treats these challenges with wry amusement, knowing that loyalty in Fultztopia is brewed slowly and served warm.

Special Decrees:

• Every bean must be roasted with care, as if it were destined for the King’s own cup.

• Market days begin only after the ceremonial “First Pour” in the throne room.

• No citizen shall be denied coffee, regardless of rank or fortune.

Royal Advisor to the Throne (Self‑Appointed).

With a gaze as commanding as the fortress walls of Fultztopia, Prince Kimchi is more than the King’s cat — he’s the kingdom’s true ruler… at least in his own mind. Born into humble beginnings (a couch, now replaced with a coffee‑bean throne), Kimchi quickly ascended the ranks of palace life through sheer charisma, strategic naps, and an uncanny ability to appear exactly when the cream is poured.

From overseeing bean shipments to inspecting the royal roastery, Prince Kimchi ensures every cup served in Fultztopia meets his exacting standards. His leadership style is equal parts regal and mischievous — issuing decrees from sunlit windowsills, enforcing mandatory petting breaks, and occasionally “taxing” the King in the form of treats.

Special Skills:

• Quality control via intense, unblinking stare

• Strategic placement in high‑traffic areas for maximum attention

• Inspiring loyalty among subjects with a single slow blink

Motto: “All beans belong to me.”

Keeper of the Royal Pantry (Mostly for Himself)

Sushi is Prince Kimchi’s brother, though he prefers the title “Supreme Bean Consumer.” Known throughout Fultztopia for his unmatched talent in locating snacks, he has elevated laziness to an art form and greed to a royal decree. When not draped across the sunniest windowsill in the castle, Sushi can be found in the kitchens, “inspecting” the King’s coffee reserves — a process that suspiciously coincides with his mealtimes.

His self‑centered nature is legendary: every visitor to the castle is greeted not with a bow, but with a silent demand for belly rubs and tribute in the form of treats. Despite his indulgent ways, Sushi’s presence is considered essential to palace morale; after all, who better to remind the court that coffee pairs best with comfort, excess, and a little unapologetic indulgence?

Special Skills:

• Detecting the sound of a treat bag from three rooms away

• Occupying prime lounging spots before anyone else can

• Inspiring the kitchen staff to “accidentally” drop morsels

Motto: “If it’s in the pantry, it’s mine.”