Arsalan retells the beginning of King Nowzar’s corrupt reign, as growing unrest forces the embattled king to summon the wise and beloved champion Sam to restore order. Meanwhile, Iran’s enemies in Turan watch closely for signs of weakness amid this critical transition.

Arsalan presents a concise and abridged summary of the Mythical Age of the Shahnameh, from the court of Kayumars to the birth of Zal.

Arsalan traces the lineage of the ox-headed mace from its origins with Tahmures to its use by Fereydoun and later Rostam, exploring how this iconic weapon serves as a physical bridge between generations of Persian heroes.

Arsalan concludes Season 1, marking the transition from the Shahnameh’s Mythical Age to the Heroic Age and foreshadowing the rise of Iran’s arch nemesis, Afrasiyab of Turan.

Arsalan retells the final moments of King Manuchehr's life and reign, and how he passes the throne to his son, Prince Nowzar.

Arsalan retells how young Rostam conquers Mount Sepand, avenging the death of his great-grandfather General Nariman.

Arsalan retells the story of Rostam's first fight, in which the young hero faces off against a rogue white elephant threatening the city.

Arsalan retells how Baby Rostam grows into a mighty young warrior and meets his grandfathers, Sam and King Mehrab, for the first time.