Krina Summary

Sundiata and Soumaoro have not officially declared war against one another. Therefore, they send bewitched owls back and forth with the declarations that they each claim the throne of Mali. They will battle at Krina. Meanwhile, Fakoli comes to Sundiata's camp and offers his services. His men join Sundiata's as they march to Krina.

The night before the battle, Sundiata hosts a great feast to entertain his men. Fassyky speaks the history of Mali to inspire everyone. Fassyky compares Mali to Sundiata. Both had difficult childhoods and both prepare to return to their rightful state of splendor. He then speaks of the deeds of Sundiata's ancestors, so he will remember their lessons.

In the morning, Sundiata dresses as a hunter for battle. He sets up the troops' formations and then prepares a bow with an arrow of a magic cock feather, the secret...