In the desolate and frigid heart of the sea, a terrifying black islet shaped like a skull rises ominously. At its highest point, a red-roofed castle pierces the clouds, eerie and dreadful. Within the castle resides a fearsome queen without a head—gaunt, harsh, and utterly merciless. Though clad in opulent garments, not a trace of kindness emanates from her. In a corner of the wall hangs her head, its expression seemingly ready to devour anyone at any moment. At a fixed hour each night, she awakens her fanged servant from a nearby coffin. The queen has no interest in the music played by her servant; she commands him to row to a nearby island, behead young maidens, and bring their heads back to place upon her own neck. Yet, no matter how great the servant's efforts, the queen remains utterly dissatisfied with these new heads, leaving the servant deeply disheartened. Until one day, the servant encounters an unexpected visitor...