Jade the Magnificent Rocket's Island

-It's from my mum.

-You don't have to tell me what she wrote,

I know it must have been something horrible.

It weren't horrible, she were nice to me.

Madison's mum's seriously ill.

Mrs Creetch has had to go into hospital.

Until she comes home, Madison is going to be staying with us.

THUNDER RUMBLES

-Who's this?

-The Great Fantasmo.

He's a famous magician.

He's performing here tomorrow.

I'll pass.

It's Brandon's birthday, you're not invited.

Ah, of course she is.

Until her mum gets back on her feet, Madison is our guest.

THUNDER CLAPS

Everyone, action stations.

WIND BLOWS

SHEEP BLEAT

Charlie boy, calm down.

WIND BLOWS

CHICKS TWEET

Help me.

Argh!

Jade!

You're perfectly fine.

What happened, did she slip?

-She was struck by lightning.

-She fell over is all.

What was it like?

Like standing up one second and lying down the next.

Back off, Madison.

It felt...

It was weird.

Well, it is all over now. Lightning never strikes twice.

ELECTRICITY FIZZES

So now my mum wants us to go to that stupid recorder concert

at the village hall

to support Bethany Summer or whatever, which means I'm going to be

late for the party.

Bethany Summer!

Weird.

How does a storm do that?

That wasn't the storm, dude.

Don't start.

But why do you trust him over me?

Enjoy the concert.

HE SIGHS

Surprise!

ALL: Surprise!

I hope you like what we've done with the place.

Ben and Archie are setting up the bar for a party this afternoon,

there's going to be loads of surprises.

Happy birthday.

-Brandon!

-That's charming.

Who gave him this?

Madison.

BALLOON POPS

Whoa.

I said they wouldn't last.

Why did you have to ruin it?

I didn't make him run out.

-Maybe the party was a bad idea.

-We're still having the party.

This is just Brandon being Brandon.

I'll talk him around.

Right...

While the Brandon whisperer works his magic,

how about I sent Ben and Archie to get some real balloons?

-I'll go with them.

-Take that.

I was struck by lightning once.

1752.

I was flying a kite with my friend Benjamin, a science man he was.

-Benjamin Franklin?

-No, Benjamin Bunny(!)

Yes, Franklin.

No way!

We studied the secrets of the skies and how those who were struck

by lightning received magic powers which last for the next 24 hours.

Whoa.

Lucky.

Not quite.

This is storm magic, impossible to control,

a whirlwind of disaster at the wave of your hand.

It must never be used.

What, I get magic powers and I can't even use them?

What's the point?

Something terrible might happen which you can never undo.

Everyone on this island is at risk until your powers fade.

I won't use them. I'll be careful.

Poodle.

Hey, that's mine.

"When I'm 12 3/4, I will win the Dirgelmor Marathon.

"I will take A-levels in English, Psychology, Law and Business.

"I will become a solicitor."

How predictable can you get?

At least I have a plan. Where's yours?

What happened to being a vet?

I'm not a brainbox. Exams are a waste of time.

But you haven't revised.

You haven't done a single thing since you moved in.

If you fail these exams, it's not because you're stupid.

It's because you're lazy.

Are you sorting them out, yeah?

I've never had to persuade someone

to come to their own birthday party before.

I've never had one before.

What? Ever?

-It's my first birthday.

-Is this still about your mum's letter?

It's not too late to reply, you know.

If you want, ask Mum to phone social services,

they'll put you in touch.

FOOTSTEPS

Magician's here.

Roll up, roll up, and prepare for enchantment.

What mysteries lie in store?

What miracles wait beyond?

Prepare to doubt your eyes.

I am...

PC Beddoe.

Oh, what?

How did you know?

Where is the Great Fantasmo?

Yeah, well, he's cancelled.

His car got damaged last night in the storm.

But luckily, though, PC Beddoe here is a trained magician.

I will admit I'm a bit rusty, I haven't performed

since my application to the Magic Circle was rejected.

They didn't take kindly to my sawing-in-half trick

with a health-and-safety twist.

No saw!

Ah, not so fast. You can help with some chores.

But I'm seeing Tyler.

Well, like it or not, Madison, you're not a kid now.

I heard you and Alli earlier.

Really want to be a vet?

Me in scrubs? As if.

You know, all I ever wanted was to look after kids.

Just like my foster mum looked after me.

Looks like I've gone and done it.

Childhood dreams don't have to be childish.

And you should never ever give up.

-Brandon is going to hate this.

-Maybe he'll be good.

PC Beddoe?

He can't even make criminals disappear.

Oh...

I found this in The Wish-cave earlier.

Who's done that?

The storm maybe. Or some vandal.

We'll take another one. A better one.

Get it framed if we have to.

POLICE RADIO BUZZES

I'm on my way.

I'm sorry, but I'm on call.

You can't go. What about Brandon?

There's pandemonium on the West Beach,

an outbreak of littering, I'll be back for my things.

I can't decide what's worse -

PC Beddoe as a magician or no magician.

You've got me.

-You're not a magician.

-I'm better than that.

I'm magic.

When I was hit by lightning I was given powers for the whole day.

It's true. But...

I can use my powers to put on a real magic show.

But can you control it?

We can't let Brandon down.

Powers or not, we still need a magic act.

That's brilliant. Nice one, Jade.

I'm not Jade any more.

I'm Jade...The Magnificent!

You can slam the phone down at any time if you change your mind.

Do it.

PHONE BEEPS

PHONE RINGS

What if she turns us into frogs or something?

I'll have to eat all of my insects.

We have to work together.

We'll be like lifeguards,

diving in if something goes wrong.

Yes? Deal?

Deal.

No, no, that is fine, I'll tell him.

Yes, thanks anyway.

OK, bye.

PHONE BEEPS

What did they say?

-Not funny.

-What needs doing?

The only thing left is to muck out the stables.

SHE SIGHS

I'm sorry I said you were lazy.

Hey, Madison, you coming out or have you made yourself at home?

Was shovelling horse muck part of the life plan as well?

You told him.

We should never have taken you in.

I didn't want to be here anyway!

As my assistant, you have to introduce me.

They know who you are.

Yes, but it's showbiz.

If you don't feel up to this, we can just leave it.

Where's Ben?

Are you ready for some magic?

In honour of Brandon's birthday, all the way from the Knot,

put your hands together for Jade The Magnificent.

CHEERING

Thank you. Thank you.

For my first trick, I'm going to make somebody disappear.

Who's brave enough?

Birthday boy?

You don't have to.

Thanks, Brandon.

In a bit, I'm going to ask him to step inside this box.

Are you OK?

This is all for you, you know. You could be a bit happier.

Fine.

Make Brandon Kelleher disappear!

OK.

Whoa.

Well done.

Now make Brandon Kelleher reappear!

Oh.

Rocket!

Look out!

-Rocket!

-Rocket!

-Get it off.

-Are you OK? Are you hurt?

Are you OK? Can you sit up?

Something might happen which...you can never undo.

I'm sure it's nothing,

but with a bump on the head it's best to get it looked at,

just to be safe.

What did I miss?

There's been an accident. Jump in, I'll explain on the way.

I'll stay and look for Brandon.

Don't worry, Mum.

Where were you?

I couldn't stop it.

I...

How do I un-vanish Brandon?

We have to ask the Oldest Man. He'll know what to do.

I have no idea what to do.

You're supposed to know everything.

-Why else do you think we come here?

-For my charming personality.

-HE BANGS TABLE

-Blinked.

Cheat.

Why do you think you couldn't bring Brandon back?

How did you feel when you made him disappear?

Blinked.

I was mad at him.

I spent ages trying to throw him the best party ever

and it was like he didn't even care.

You feel like he doesn't appreciate you, that you are being ignored.

Perhaps it's that feeling that made him disappear.

You must find a way to bring Brandon back

before your storm magic fades tonight,

or he will be vanished for ever.

Gives us about six hours.

Are you up to this?

You blinked.

Have you seen Brandon?

No, sorry.

PHONE RINGS

Hello?

Oh, yeah, hi.

What, today?

Jackpot.

I'll get some earache for that.

Living here would drive me mad.

Yeah, they keep making me do chores...and homework.

They've been all right, actually. Apart from Alli.

Bet having you to stay...

wasn't part of her life plan.

Wouldn't want to bother Little Miss Perfect.

Why don't you go and get it?

We can add to it.

Set a few more goals.

THUDDING AND CREAKING

BED SQUEAKS

You're not allowed in here.

Knot kids aren't allowed in other Knot kids' rooms.

I'm not a Knot kid.

What are you? Some kind of creep-o stalker?

Who's that?

My mum.

What's your mum doing under your bed?

Didn't like her.

Didn't?

She died.

When did you find that out?

This afternoon.

Sarah called social services,

to speak to her.

They told Sarah and Sarah told me.

My mum's not good.

She says she's doing better, but...

Oh, I don't know.

I thought I'd hate you being here.

You're saying you don't?

You cause trouble.

It's nice not being the worst one.

Is that all I am? Trouble?

I don't know. Sometimes.

They're all looking for you, you know?

I know.

Come on, me wounded soldier.

Oh, he's all right. He's a bit bruised.

Well, he's always had a big head.

-Hey, have we found Brandon yet?

-No, and, uh...

-there's something else.

-In here!

I know how to reverse the storm magic.

I can bring Brandon back.

Are you sure you won't make things worse?

The last time we used my magic, I felt that Brandon was ignoring me.

And it made him disappear,

but I started this wanting to throw him the best party ever

and that's what I'll use to bring him back.

I can do this now. Believe me.

Right. Well, in the meantime,

the rest of us will actually try looking for him.

Come on.

I'm ready.

Everyone, sit down.

Bring back Brandon Kelleher!

I'm sorry I vanished you.

It's OK.

You brought me back.

He isn't the only one who's been magicked up today.

This is Brandon.

Who are you?

I'm Amy.

Your sister.

Oh, nobody bought Brandon chocolate.

Why would you open them all?

It's his birthday.

Oh, what do you care?

Get lost.

Fine.

I'll catch you later.

No. You won't.

-You're dumped.

-What?

Over some kid's presents?

As weird as it is to say it, The Knot is cooler than you.

-The Knot ain't cooler than Tyler McCray.

-Yeah, it is.

By a mile.

I'm the cool one.

-What is this place?

-This...

This is The Wish-cave.

It grants wishes?

-Sometimes.

-Not really.

Oh, it's stunning.

Do you know all these?

These are all the Knot kids.

-Big family.

-We don't know them all.

Did you get on with Mum?

Off and on.

She wrote to me.

Oh, well, she knew she was poorly.

She wanted to make things right.

Here, what's this, then?

That's the wishing wheel.

Course it is. Wow.

You know, if Mum could see this, she'd...

Well, she'd think it was babyish.

Don't you think so?

All I know is...

I've always wished we could be together and here we are.

In a wish cave of all places!

Maybe there's something in it after all.

Brandon's not a believer.

I don't need a believer.

I just need my brother.

So, what are you doing?

Only a few minutes left before I lose my storm magic.

Try to pull a rabbit out of a hat.

Brandon says there was a secret compartment in the black box.

He hid in it, then ran out when we got put in the car.

Well, when he found out about his mum, he...

knew he'd never speak to her again.

He'd rather just disappear than show everyone he was upset.

I guess this means I never had any powers after all.

So, how did the straw bale fall?

Oh, well, by the look of things, it looks like somebody untied them

then shifted them to the edge without thinking.

-Could have been a whole lot worse.

-Who do you think untied them?

Do you like her?

She's all right, yeah.

Must be nice to have a sister.

It's nice to have two sisters.

Sarah's got Social on the phone.

We need to discuss visiting rights.

Over cake, of course.

Jade, would you go and put away all that magic equipment

from the barn before we lock up?

PC Beddoe's got waylaid.

You're studying?!

Yeah, well, it's part of my new life plan.

All I'm saying is, I saw Ben walk out of the barn

while we were leaving for the doctor.

Archie, back me up.

He wasn't at the party like he was supposed to be.

-Why would Ben want to hurt me?

-Because he's bad news.

The tell stone prophecy is coming true. You're in danger!

I'm in danger of falling out with you.

-I think Dibber's right.

-Right, right.

Now you've turned Archie against him. Go home already.

But, Rocket...!

Rocket's fine. If you were wondering.

He was lucky today.

So, he really is out to get Rocket.

Yeah.

And we need to find a way to prove it...

before it's too late.

Magnificent!

It looks like we've found Lord Loomis...

who went missing searching for the Mirror of Morglaw.

Look what I got. Nabbed it before Beddoe saw it.

Well, what if the mirror really did show your true self?

This is the Mirror of Morglaw.

Who wants to see their true self?

The tell stones were right, Rocket. He is going to destroy you.