The origins of Arthur Simon are a tale unlike any other—a story of adventure, mystery, and the pursuit of something truly extraordinary.

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Arthur was never an ordinary boy. From the time he could chew, he had a taste for the unique. Not just in the way most kids crave sweets or dream of the perfect scoop of ice cream—no, Arthur was searching for something more. A flavor beyond all flavors. A taste so perfect, so indescribably satisfying, that no matter who experienced it, it would fulfill their deepest cravings.

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As he grew older, his curiosity turned to obsession. There had to be an ultimate flavor, a single taste that could transcend all others. And so, Arthur set out on a journey—one that would take him across the world, through ancient villages and hidden markets, deep into lands where few had ventured.

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It was in one such land, veiled in mist and mystery, that Arthur met an old stranger who listened intently to his quest. The stranger nodded solemnly and spoke of a legend—of a place where such a flavor truly existed.

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“In these lands,” the stranger explained, “a great dragon once roamed, wise and ancient beyond measure. As time took its toll, the dragon did not simply perish. Instead, its essence seeped into the earth, infusing the plants, the rivers, the very air itself. Those who have partaken of the spices that grow here have been known to heal the body, clear the mind, and find exactly what their soul needs most.”

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Arthur’s heart raced. This was it. But the path to such a place was not an easy one.

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“The way to the dragon’s land is hidden,” the stranger continued. “It is revealed only to the pure of heart. And only one soul may carry its gift to the world. It was foretold that a seeker would come—one driven not by greed, but by wonder. If you are truly that soul, then you must prove yourself through the Seven Trials.”

Arthur listened intently as the stranger recited the trials—tests that would push him to his limits, not in strength or skill, but in spirit.

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Compassion—to care for others, even when nothing is gained.

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Honesty—to speak truth, even when it is difficult.

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Integrity—to hold firm to one’s values, even in the face of doubt.

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Bravery—to move forward, even when fear grips the heart.

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Gratitude—to appreciate what is given, even in scarcity.

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Forgiveness—to release anger, even when hurt lingers.

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Selflessness—to give freely, even when one has little to spare.

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Arthur accepted the challenge, and with each trial, he grew—not in size, nor in strength, but in something far greater. And when the final test was complete, the path revealed itself to him.

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At the heart of the dragon’s land, Arthur found what he had been searching for—not just a single flavor, but seven. Seven distinct and extraordinary spices, each infused with the essence of the trials he had endured and the lands he had traveled.

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With these, Arthur created seven flavors of popcorn—each unlike anything the world had ever known. A single bite could lift a weary spirit, mend a broken heart, or reignite the spark of joy long forgotten.
From that day forward, Arthur Simon became more than just a boy—he became The Kernel Kid, the guardian of the dragon’s gift. He never aged, never changed, and his popcorn cart would appear exactly where it was needed most.

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And to this day, Arthur is still out there, selling his popcorn to those who need it most. If you’re lucky—if the wind carries the scent of something sweet and strange, and the world around you suddenly feels alive—you just might see him.

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And if he offers you a bag of popcorn, take it.

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Because for that moment, you will taste the impossible.

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To read about each Trial... Continue to the individual flavors!