Deborah Chan
In the seventeenth episode of the first season of Adventure Time, titled 'When Wedding Bells Thaw', the Ice King announces his intention to marry Old Lady Princess, much to the shock of Finn and Jake. The episode sees the pair attempt to throw the Ice King a 'manlorette' party, with the Ice King expressing doubts about marriage and worrying about losing his freedom. The episode also features a short battle between Finn and the Ice King, and the revelation that Old Lady Princess is under a spell. 'When Wedding Bells Thaw' was censored in some countries and features the song 'Manlorette Party' from Volume 4 of the Adventure Time soundtrack.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Episode name | When Wedding Bells Thaw |
| Episode number | 17 |
| Season | 1 |
| Air date | June 28, 2010 |
| Plot | Ice King is getting married to Old Lady Princess but has doubts about marriage |
| Sub-plots | Ice King hosts a "manlorette" party; Finn and Jake approve of the wedding as it means Ice King will no longer abduct princesses; Old Lady Princess is brainwashed and imprisoned by Ice King's ring |
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What You'll Learn
Ice King's bachelor party
The Ice King's bachelor party, or "manlorette" party, is a memorable scene from the "When Wedding Bells Thaw" episode of Adventure Time. In the episode, the Ice King announces his decision to get married, much to the surprise of Finn and Jake, who are used to him abducting princesses.
The bachelor party itself is a chaotic affair, with the Ice King causing problems and getting into fights. Despite this, Finn and Jake try to have fun and keep the party going. They know that if they don't throw him this party, the Ice King might go back to his old ways of capturing princesses.
During the party, the Ice King expresses his worries about getting married so quickly. He fears that his bride might take advantage of him and put stress on him, so he briefly declares that the wedding is off. However, Finn and Jake are able to convince him otherwise by showing him an example of a male swan eating a female swan, which seems to survive inside the male. This convinces the Ice King that he can still capture princesses even after he's married by keeping them in his stomach.
The bachelor party is also where the Ice King's Demonic Wishing Eye is introduced, which becomes an important plot point in the "Reign of Gunthers" episode. The party features an instrumental track called "Manlorette Party" from Volume 4 of the Adventure Time soundtrack.
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Old Lady Princess is brainwashed
In the seventeenth episode of the first season of Adventure Time, "When Wedding Bells Thaw", the Ice King is getting married to Old Lady Princess. Finn and Jake are suspicious because the Ice King has a history of kidnapping princesses, and they are surprised that the Old Lady Princess appears to be marrying him of her own free will.
Finn notices that Old Lady Princess has unusually large eyes, and as he moves closer, he sees a reflection of her in her eyes. Her reflection explains that the engagement ring the Ice King gave her has trapped her inside her own mind, and she is being forced to do whatever he says. Finn realises that the Old Lady Princess has been brainwashed and hypnotised by the engagement ring. Once she is freed from the spell, she says that she would rather die than marry the Ice King.
Finn and Jake are relieved that the Ice King will no longer need to abduct princesses once he is married. The Ice King manipulates them into throwing him a bachelor party by threatening to revoke this if they don't agree. Finn and Jake attend the wedding, where the Ice King explains that the bride will be tied up and lowered down, and when she touches his beard, they will be officially married. Finn and Jake realise that the Old Lady Princess is under the Ice King's control and has been brainwashed into marrying him.
The episode explores the trope of the "Brainwashed Bride", where a character, typically female, is coerced into participating in a wedding against their will through hypnosis, brainwashing, or other mind-altering means. This trope has been used in various other shows and films, such as The Legend of Zelda, Totally Spies!, and My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic.
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Ice King's concerns about marriage
In the Adventure Time episode "When Wedding Bells Thaw", Ice King expresses several concerns about his impending marriage to Old Lady Princess. One of his main worries is that marriage will change his lifestyle and restrict his freedom. He fears that he will no longer be able to enjoy his usual pursuits, such as abducting and imprisoning princesses, which he considers a "life of stealing hot princesses".
Ice King also worries about the potential financial implications of marriage. He fears that his bride may be after his possessions, such as his Demonic Eye and Ghost Pouch, and that marriage will bring him stress and financial strain. He expresses these concerns at his "manlorette" party, where he gets into fights with other guests, causing Finn and Jake to slap him.
Despite his worries, Ice King ultimately decides to go through with the wedding. However, it is revealed that Old Lady Princess is not willingly marrying him but is instead under a spell, brainwashed and imprisoned in her own mind via Ice King's ring. This suggests that Ice King's concerns about marriage may be rooted in a fear of losing control and being manipulated.
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Finn and Jake's approval of the wedding
Knowing their adventurous and sometimes unpredictable nature, Princess Bubblegum and Marceline approached Finn and Jake with a carefully planned strategy. They wanted to ensure that their friends took the matter seriously and understood the significance of their blessing. The group decided to embark on a special adventure, a quest to retrieve a rare and magical flower known as the "Ever-Bloom" that symbolized eternal love and commitment. This flower was said to only grow in the most treacherous and remote regions of Ooo, making it a fitting challenge for Finn and Jake.
As they embarked on their journey, Finn and Jake encountered various obstacles and enemies, but their determination to obtain the Ever-Bloom remained unwavering. Along the way, they reminisced about past adventures with Princess Bubblegum and Marceline, acknowledging the strength and resilience their friendship had fostered over the years. They also discussed the unique bond between Princess Bubblegum and Marceline, recognizing the deep love and commitment between them. Through these conversations, Finn and Jake realized that their approval of the wedding wasn't just about the present but also about the future and the potential for an even stronger bond between their beloved friends.
Upon reaching the treacherous mountain where the Ever-Bloom grew, Finn and Jake faced their toughest challenge yet. They had to climb sheer cliffs, brave icy winds, and confront dangerous creatures, all while knowing that the success of their quest would symbolize their approval of the wedding. Their determination and skill, honed through countless adventures, shone through, and they finally reached the flower. With the beautiful and rare bloom in hand, they made their way back, ready to give their blessing and celebrate the union of Princess Bubblegum and Marceline.
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Ice King's imminent marriage
The Ice King is finally getting married in the seventeenth episode of the first season of Adventure Time, titled 'When Wedding Bells Thaw'. The episode starts with Finn and Jake hanging out, with Jake playing music on his viola and Finn looking bored. They hear a knock at the door and are shocked to see the Ice King, who announces that he is getting married and wants them to throw him a "manlorette" party. Finn and Jake are suspicious and concerned as they are used to rescuing princesses from the Ice King, who they see as an abhorrent admirer. They are, however, relieved to find out that Old Lady Princess wants to be with the Ice King of her own free will.
During the "manlorette" party, Finn and Jake have to discipline the Ice King when he uses his magic against people and starts causing problems, with people threatening to beat him up. The Ice King also gets into a short battle with Finn. Despite these setbacks, the Ice King remains excited about the wedding and shows up at the venue, a snow pyramid, with some penguins and a Snowman Priest. He is seen tying up Old Lady Princess, who is wearing a veil, and explains that this is a traditional wedding ritual for good luck in the Ice Kingdom.
However, things take a turn when it is revealed that Old Lady Princess is actually brainwashed and imprisoned in her own mind via the Ice King's ring. Finn and Jake are outraged and fight with the Ice King, but in a weird twist, Jake and the Ice King end up getting married. In the end, Finn tries to free the real princess, who is stuck in the Ice King's proposal.
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Frequently asked questions
In this episode, Ice King is finally getting married and asks Finn and Jake to throw him a "manlorette" party. Finn and Jake are shocked as Ice King has a history of abducting princesses. However, they approve of the wedding as Ice King tells them he will no longer abduct princesses once he's married.
Ice King is marrying Old Lady Princess, who is brainwashed and imprisoned in her own mind via Ice King's ring.
Finn and Jake realise that Ice King will go back to abducting princesses if he doesn't get married. They convince him to go through with the wedding, but it is unclear if he ends up marrying Old Lady Princess.
