 At least one scene was influenced by the Royal Nonesuch acting troupe episode in "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn", while "Showboat World" itself has strongly influenced "The Wizard of Karres" (2004) by Mercedes Lackey, Eric Flint and Dave Freer.In addition, there are repeated references to Shakespeare's "Macbeth", which is continuously adapted and readapted to the tastes of varying audiences.When they finally arrive at Mornune, Damsel Blanche-Aster reveals herself to be the rightful ruler, only to have her claim trumped by the unwitting Gassoon, when he appears in a decrepit costume that confers the throne on him.