Mystic - The Secret (S1E9)
Hexron tries to get Kauri Point's support at the council meeting. Izzie is publicly shamed when her hard past is revealed. Kauri Point relationships are all strained.
| Runtime (min) | 28 |
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| Air Date | 2021-03-23 |
| Genres | Family, Drama, Action & Adventure |
| Network(s) | CBBC |
Storyline
Hexron arrives at Kauri Point seeking the community's backing at an upcoming council meeting, putting pressure on the island's residents to take sides. His presence forces the characters to weigh their loyalties and consider what supporting him might mean for their home and their futures. The political maneuvering creates tension throughout the community as alliances are tested.
Meanwhile, Izzie faces a devastating personal crisis when details from her difficult past are exposed publicly, leading to shame and judgment from those around her. The revelation strains her relationships with friends and family at Kauri Point, forcing her to confront painful memories she had hoped to leave behind. As secrets come to light, the bonds between the island's residents are tested, with trust and forgiveness becoming central questions for everyone involved.
What kids learn
This episode offers young viewers an opportunity to understand how past mistakes and difficult experiences don't define a person's worth. Izzie's public shaming demonstrates the harm that gossip and judgment can cause, teaching children the importance of compassion and giving people second chances. The episode shows that everyone has a history, and that growth and change are possible when communities choose understanding over condemnation.
The political pressure Hexron brings to Kauri Point illustrates how external forces can test community bonds and personal values. Young viewers can learn about the complexity of decision-making when faced with difficult choices that affect not just themselves but everyone around them. The episode encourages critical thinking about loyalty, integrity, and standing up for what's right even when it's uncomfortable.
The strained relationships throughout the episode teach children that conflict is a natural part of life, but that working through disagreements with honesty and empathy is essential. The characters' struggles show that maintaining friendships and family connections requires effort, forgiveness, and the courage to be vulnerable even after trust has been broken.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| How should I talk to my child about Izzie being publicly shamed for her past? | Use Izzie's experience to discuss how everyone makes mistakes and faces challenges, and that sharing someone's private struggles publicly is hurtful and wrong. Emphasize that a person's past doesn't determine their future, and talk about the importance of treating others with kindness even when learning difficult information about them. This is a good opportunity to discuss empathy, privacy, and how to be a supportive friend when someone is vulnerable. |
| What if my child asks what kind of past Izzie had that caused such shame? | Focus the conversation on the broader themes rather than specific details. Explain that people sometimes go through hard times or make choices they regret, and what matters most is how they grow and change. You can acknowledge that the episode shows Izzie facing judgment without needing to detail her specific history, keeping the discussion age-appropriate while reinforcing lessons about compassion and second chances. |
| How can I help my child understand the pressure Hexron is putting on the community? | Explain that sometimes people or groups try to influence others to support their goals, and it's important to think carefully about what's right rather than just going along with pressure. Discuss how the characters must weigh their own values against what others want from them. This is an opportunity to talk about standing up for beliefs, thinking independently, and recognizing when someone is trying to manipulate a situation for their own benefit. |
| What should I say if my child is worried about their own secrets being revealed? | Reassure your child that everyone has private thoughts and experiences, and that trusted adults in their life are safe people to talk to. Emphasize the difference between healthy privacy and harmful secrets, and encourage them to share anything that's worrying them. Use Izzie's story to discuss how facing difficult truths with support is better than carrying shame alone, and that your family is a safe space for honesty. |
| How do I address the strained relationships shown in this episode? | Acknowledge that friendships and family relationships sometimes go through difficult periods, especially when trust is tested or secrets are revealed. Discuss how the characters might work to repair their bonds through honest communication, apologies, and forgiveness. Emphasize that strong relationships can survive conflict when people are willing to listen, understand each other's perspectives, and commit to rebuilding trust together over time. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 1 | 1 | Londoner Issie’s boring new life in New Zealand suddenly gets exciting when she encounters a frightened horse running through the wilderness. |
| 1 | 2 | Issie discovers that rescue horse Blaze has life-threatening injuries. When Tom insists that Blaze is impossible to tame and can't be saved, Issie refuses to give up on her. |
| 1 | 3 | At the stables' Family Fun Day, the kids compete with rivals Dulmoth Park. Issie's visions become hard to ignore and her reckless behaviour endangers her future at the stables. |
| 1 | 4 | Issie looks for Mystic on a remote beach and finds buried treasure, which could be connected to her visions. And secrets are revealed when she and Caleb get trapped together on the beach. |
| 1 | 5 | Issie attends a party at the local marae and humiliates herself by taking her revenge against Natasha too far. Meanwhile, Dan's grandmother may hold the key to Issie's shipwreck vision. |
| 1 | 6 | Issie gets a new vision of Mystic running through the forest along an old railway track and wonders if this might be the clue that will lead her to Blaze's herd. After some encouragement, Issie decides to ride out on Blaze to find the tracks, and Caroline, Caleb, Dan and Natasha join her on the mission. As they journey deeper into the forest, past their favourite swimming hole, the kids make a series of bewildering discoveries and eventually realise they're completely and utterly lost. With one of the gang's future ambitions at stake, they face a race against time to ... |
| 1 | 7 | Issie rides Blaze in the Cross-Country Trials against rivals Dulmoth Park - but is Caroline really fit enough to compete? And who spooked Blaze right before Issie's ride? |
| 1 | 8 | A storm sees the kids staying over at the stables, Natasha takes a chance in her friendship with Dan, Issie discovers the truth about Hexronn and the gang launch a campaign. |
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