Prince Amat is tasked with a sacred pilgrimage to retrieve a sutra from Tianzhu, a quest designed to instill wisdom and humility in his companions. Originally portrayed as a Buddhist monk in the Japanese version, his English adaptation reimagines him as the royal heir of King Amo and Queen Amas, sovereigns of Majutsu Land (the Heavens). His moral leadership emerges when he liberates the protagonist from mountain imprisonment, recruiting him as a bodyguard for the journey. To ensure compliance, he secures a magical headband onto the protagonist, symbolizing both his authority and dedication to their mission.
Confronting relentless threats—including demons intent on sabotaging the pilgrimage—he navigates tensions among his companions with calm resolve, often diffusing conflicts sparked by external manipulation or internal strife. A defining trial occurs at the Flaming Mountains, where adversaries capture him, yet his unwavering composure steers the group toward overcoming peril. The pilgrimage climaxes in an audience with a divine figure, who grants the sutra and releases the protagonist’s headband, marking their collective growth.
His arc intertwines duty and redemption, positioning him as a catalyst for his companions’ transformations. The English adaptation shifts religious motifs to a regal framework, preserving his role as a spiritual guide while aligning his identity with royal lineage. His documented narrative remains confined to the original film’s scope.