Tomi, in his rite of passage, must prove to his father, Turbo, that he is ready to lead the tribe. However, during the Bravery event, Sensei-R informs Tomi that his father has died and that he must flee. During his escape, he meets Short Legs, a speedy boar who befriends him and helps him escape. Short Legs suggests that Tomi seek out Bao Bao, who might be able to help him return to his village. Tomi and Bao Bao meet and realize they need Kin's help. Upon meeting Kin, he reveals that he saw monkey warriors taking prisoner someone who could be the King, and possibly Tomi's father. Thus begins Tomi and his friends' adventure to find and free his father, facing several chieftains along the way.