Sunderworld, the TV show, serves as Leopold's refuge from the pain of losing his mother and the pressure of living up to his father's expectations. The story explores how escapism can be both a comfort and a crutch, highlighting the fine line between seeking solace and avoiding reality.

Leopold constantly struggles with his father's perception of him as a disappointment. This theme explores the weight of parental expectations and how they can shape a young person's self-worth. Leopold's journey is as much about proving himself to himself as it is about saving a magical world.

Sunderworld challenges the traditional 'chosen one' trope. Leopold isn't a prophesied hero, he's an ordinary teenager forced to confront extraordinary circumstances. The book suggests that true heroism lies not in destiny, but in rising to the occasion, even when you doubt your own abilities.