Disincanto: S03e08

The Pig Merkimer (in the human body) stages a coup and attempts to kill Bean, Elfo, and Luci by burying them alive in a room filled with gold coins—an ironic punishment given they arrived asking for money. Critical Reception and Highlights

Bean rescues the "monster" from a burning tower, only to realize its true identity. While Merkimer briefly reflects on his status as an outcast, he quickly reverts to his boorish, arrogant self once he returns to his parents’ castle. Disincanto s03e08

Disenchantment - S3 E8: "Hey, Pig Spender" Recap - TV Tropes The Pig Merkimer (in the human body) stages

In Part 3, Episode 8 of Disenchantment , titled Bean travels to the wealthy kingdom of Bentwood to seek resources for Dreamland's defense against the looming Steamland threat. The episode is a significant "day in the limelight" for Prince Merkimer, the prince who was accidentally swapped into the body of a pig in the series' first season. Key Plot Developments Disenchantment - S3 E8: "Hey, Pig Spender" Recap

Reviewers note that while the episode functions as a "filler" for the main Steamland arc, it offers a deeper look at Bean’s self-doubt and provides much-needed character development for the supporting cast.

The scenery around Bentwood marks a visual shift, utilizing a cleaner and richer aesthetic reminiscent of classic films like Sleeping Beauty .

The episode reveals that Merkimer was not simply transformed into a pig, but actually swapped bodies with one. The original pig, now inhabiting Merkimer’s human body and covered in mud and sticks, is mistaken for a monster by a local mob.