October is for visiting.

October was a busy month.

The King and his retinue traveled to the far reaches of his kingdom to visit relatives.  This involved his first trip on an airplane!  First he had to travel to the airport.

His loyal minions were so busy trying to ensure his comfort that they failed to take any pictures of him actually on the plane, much to their chagrin.  Luckily the royal flight to Houston was rather uneventful and the court proceeded to their visit in peace.

 The first order of business was a trip to the Texas State Renaissance Festival.  The King was dubious of his rented stroller.  It was a bit rickety.

New minions were added to the party for these festivities.

Many spectacles were seen, including dragons...

pirates...















and even Waldo was spotted!

 'Twas truly a full day for King Julian.  He was even booed by the subjects of another realm for his regal gold and black attire.

 The King and his minions slept well that night.

Upon waking the next morning, King Julian was subjected to questing for royal attire.  Even new crowns were evaluated.

Ultimately, the King's visit came to an end and the royal entourage returned home.

Upon his return, King Julian was greeted with a surprise!

"What is this nonsense you have put on my face?"

Unbeknownst to King Julian, he had inherited Minion Nikki's farsightedness.  This meant the King added an accessory to his daily raiment: a teeny, tiny pair of spectacles.

"Well, I suppose it's not that bad.  Driving my Jeep has become easier."

"You may now call me 'Professor King Julian'!"

King Julian experienced a new holiday!  For Halloween he allowed his minions to dress him in an adorable vampire costume.  Appropriately, he proceeded to gnaw on the neck of the nearest creature.  Luckily his fangs had yet to come in, so said creature was safe.

*slurp*