his return with tears. In the meantime, General Pildeh confesses his love for Princess Nakrang, but Princess Nakrang doesn't even give him a second glance. After returning to Goguryeo, Prince Hodong sends a secret letter to his wife, Princess Nakrang, asking her to tear apart Jammyungo so that Goguryeo can conquer Nakrang. Torn between her husband and her father, Princess Nakrang finally decides to tear apart Jammyungo, and this leads King Choiree to kill his own daughter. Characters Goguryeo Prince Hodong: Age 20. He is the 1st son of the 3rd king of Goguryeo King Daemusin, and the princess of Buyeo. Intelligent and brave, Hodong deeply respects his parents and country. However, he faces a tragic end while procrastinating between his love for a woman and that for his country. King Daemusin: He conquered vast lands and is the esteemed leader of Goguryeo. But to Hodong, he is a cold-hearted father. Wonbi: She is the first wife of King Daemusin and is extremely ambitious. She is attracted to Hodong, the son from the princess of Buyeo. She conspires to make her son, Prince Haewoo, the king. Her beauty was known all over the nation. Nakrang Princess Nakrang: Age 18. She is the only child of King Choiree. Instead of her own country, she chooses love. She is so beautiful that she is famous even in Goguryu. King Choiree: Age 50. Though gentle and weak, King Choiree is committed to the people of his nation. Fate brings him to kill his daughter who tears Jamyunggo apart. General Pildeh: Age 25. If there is Prince Hodong to Goguryeo, there is General Pildeh to Nakrang. He has the intelligence of a scholar and bravery as a warrior. References External links Korea National Ballet Ballets based on folklore Korea National Ballet 1988 ballet premieres