Viserion scarcely had time to process the voice echoing within his mind before the ocean boiled once again, a shadow emerging from its depths. It was larger this time, a creature of immeasurable ferocity, rising like an ancient god from beneath the waves. Its roar, primal and full of rage, shook the heavens. Eyes glowing with primordial fury locked onto Viserion as the colossus waded forward, water cascading from its mountainous form.
Without pause, Viserion surged into motion, a blur of speed and power. The sand beneath his feet exploded, displaced by the force of his leap, and his fist crackled with a violent energy as he launched himself toward the giant. Their collision was cataclysmic, a meeting of elemental forces. Sand and water erupted into the air, but Viserion stood unmoved, his strength unwavering against the brute force of the titan.
Beside him, Tomo advanced, his sword a gleaming arc in the air, cutting through the battlefield with the precision of a predator. "Fall, beast!" His voice rang out, and his blade found its mark, severing deep into the giant's leg. A howl of pain erupted from the creature, its vast body faltering, struggling to maintain balance.
In an instant, Viserion seized the opening. He soared upward, his movements fluid and lethal, and delivered a crushing blow to the giant's chest. His fist sunk into the flesh, and with a convulsion, the creature collapsed, its massive form crashing into the earth. The giant’s life ebbed away, a beast felled by a force far greater than itself.
Yet victory was fleeting. From the ocean's expanse, more giants emerged, their roars reverberating across the battlefield. Viserion and Tomo, unbowed by the unrelenting tide, braced themselves, resolute in the face of the impending storm.
The five clans, drawn together yet scattered in their purpose, stood in confusion. Weariness and frustration crept into their ranks, their spirits dampened by the madness of this new world they had barely begun to comprehend. Eyes turned toward their leaders, seeking answers where none were forthcoming.
It was from the heart of the White Dragon Clan that Lady Selene emerged. Her presence, serene and composed amidst the storm, commanded attention. In her was the unshakable confidence of one who grasped the currents beneath the surface. She moved forward, her gaze sharp and calculating, toward the long-eared elf and his kin, who struggled to communicate, their voices drowned by the cacophony of battle and the unfamiliarity of language.
The elf’s eyes darted between Lady Selene and the giants, their relentless advance weighing upon him. But Selene moved with the inevitability of fate. She stood before him, silent, raising her hand to rest a finger lightly upon his brow. A soft glow emanated from her touch, and in that moment, the elf’s expression shifted, his mind flooding with knowledge long buried beneath the surface of time.
His companions stared in disbelief as Selene withdrew, leaving the elf momentarily paralyzed, stunned by the depth of her power. His lips trembled as though forming words, but they fell silent, lost in the awe of what had transpired.
Selene, her task completed, turned away, her gaze fixed upon the distant burning city. She saw through the haze of destruction, her mind already calculating the path ahead. Her voice, cold and clear, cut through the din of the battlefield: "Shion, the source of these creatures desperation lies in that city. They hold no alliance there. Freeze it."
From the shadows emerged young beautiful woman called Shion, her presence both beautiful and terrifying. Her silver hair flowed like winter winds, her blindfolded eyes concealing a deeper sight. She moved with an eerie stillness, the air growing colder as she approached. With a single gesture, her sword, wrapped in the radiance of frost, was unsheathed.
In a motion too swift for the eye, Shion swung her blade, and a wave of pure, glacial energy surged toward the distant city. The air froze in its wake, and within moments, the flames that had devoured the city were extinguished. An oppressive silence fell as the entire city was encased in ice—a crystalline tomb for all within.
The elf and his kin could only watch, speechless, terror mingling with awe. The power they had witnessed defied comprehension.
Selene, unperturbed, appeared once more before the elf. Her gaze was inscrutable, her voice a measured command. "Tell me, elf, what is this 'Earth,' and what are these beings that wage war on its?"
The elf hesitated, his words struggling to escape his lips. His eyes flickered from the frozen city back to the formidable woman before him. "This world," he began, his voice trembling, "is Earth. We are its defenders, of sorts. The beings you see here—humans, elves, dwarves—they are not the enemy."
Selene’s gaze darkened, her patience thinning. "If not the enemy, then who?" she demanded.
The elf swallowed hard. "There are others," he said, his voice low, burdened by centuries of conflict. "Darker forces. Cosmic entities. Creatures from realms beyond our understanding. They seek to devour this world. We have fought them for centuries, yet they grow in number and strength."
As his words hung in the air, the gravity of their situation began to crystallize. This world, Earth, was no sanctuary. It was a battleground, teetering on the edge of annihilation.
Viserion landed beside his mother, his fists clenched, his eyes scanning the frozen wasteland before them. "So, this is what we've come to—a planet consumed by war."
Tomo, still burning with the fury of battle, stepped forward. "What now, Viserion? Do we fight with them, or forge our own path?"
Viserion’s gaze swept across the battlefield, his mind churning with the possibilities. "We learn first," he said, his voice quiet yet unyielding. "This war isn’t ours—not yet. We will walk our own path.
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The elf, tall and slender, with silver hair flowing like a cascade of light, moved toward Lady Selene, who stood, regal and still, beside her son Viserion. His name, Aerindor, had been uttered earlier amid the tense exchanges, but now his eyes held a different gravity. He and Selene shared an understanding, one born not of words but of the silent recognition shared between leaders on the brink of something monumental.
“We have a camp not far from here,” Aerindor said, his voice a measured calm, tinged with the urgency of their dire situation. “A sanctuary, for now. It is well-secured, and you and your people would be welcome to stay the night, to rest.”
Viserion glanced at his mother. Her gaze was calm, impenetrable, but beneath it lay the unspoken weight of their circumstances. They had just crossed into a new realm, a world still unknown, and the clans were weary. Yet, they were dragons, beings of immense pride and strength. Shelter was not something they sought lightly.
“Viserion,” Selene said, her voice as soft as it was commanding. “We are strong, but strength wanes. A night of rest might restore the weary minds that this journey has taken.”
Viserion’s eyes swept over the gathered leaders of the five clans, their exhaustion barely hidden beneath the hard-set expressions of warriors. Even the mighty were bent low by the weight of this world’s strangeness. He could feel their silent expectation, the need for him to make a decision.
“very well,” Viserion said, his voice steady but guarded. Aerindor bowed slightly, stepping back to allow the dragon clans their space. Viserion felt the weight of his mother’s wisdom and the heavy stares of the clans. The burden of leadership had always been his, but here, in this new world, it felt even greater. A decision had to be made.
“We rest for the night,” Viserion said, his voice final. “But at dawn, we move. We won’t grow soft in this place.”
The decision was met with silent approval, a nod from each leader confirming their agreement. They would accept the offer, but they would not be swayed by the lure of comfort.
As they turned toward Aerindor, ready to relay their decision, Selene laid a hand on her son’s shoulder, her touch light but firm. “Even dragons must rest, Viserion.”
Aerindor, sensing their approach, smiled with relief. “You will find our camp well-protected,” he said, his tone humble but filled with hope. “We will provide what you need for the night.”
“One night,” Viserion replied, his voice edged with finality. “At dawn, we part ways. Our fate is not tied to yours.”
Aerindor nodded, understanding the resolve in Viserion’s words. “As you wish.”
The clans gathered, moving as one toward the distant camp, where the elf’s people waited. Though they sought respite, their hearts were still burdened with uncertainty. They were not here to stay, but they would take what rest they could, for the trials ahead were vast and unforgiving.
Nightfall came, and with it, the dragon clans settled within the walls of the elf camp—a fortress standing against the chaos of the world outside. The walls loomed high, bristling with defenses. Soldiers manned their posts with vigilant eyes, while fires burned within, casting flickering shadows across the faces of the gathered beings.
The camp, though fortified, was no sanctuary of peace. It was a place of survival, one of the last bastions in a world on the brink of collapse. Viserion’s mind raced with thoughts of what awaited them. This was not a haven, merely a pause before the storm.
….
Within the heart of the camp, Viserion stood at the edge camp, his sharp eyes scanning the darkened horizon. The weight of leadership had always been heavy, but in this foreign world, where the very elements seemed alien, the burden felt nearly unbearable. Yet, he had no choice but to bear it. His people—the five clans—depended on him, and the enemies that lurked in the shadows of this realm would show no mercy.
The grasslands and forest stretched endlessly before him, shimmering faintly under the pale moonlight. It was a strange sight, one that made his dragon soul restless. In Eos, his home, the world was covered with sand, no mountains that touched the heavens, no rivers that roared with life; and no grass that smelled sweet, but here, on Earth, everything seemed to thrive. The air tasted different, carrying with it the stench life not desolation there were to many smells for him to yet get used to, the ground beneath his feet was unfamiliar.
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"Viserion," a soft voice called from behind him. He turned to see his mother, Lady Selene, approaching with her usual grace. The moonlight bathed her pale face in an ethereal glow, giving her an almost ghostly appearance, yet there was nothing fragile about her presence.
"Mother," he greeted, nodding in acknowledgment. Despite her serene exterior, Viserion knew the depth of Selene's power. She was more than just the matriarch of their clan—she was a force of nature, capable of bending the will of reality itself.
Selene came to stand beside him, her gaze following his toward the horizon. For a moment, neither spoke. The silence between them was comfortable, filled with the understanding that no words were needed to convey the gravity of their situation.
"We've crossed into a new world," Selene said finally, her voice a soft murmur, as if speaking too loudly might awaken the monsters that lay in wait. "And yet, the echoes of war follow us."
Viserion clenched his fists, his eyes narrowing. "Scene’s war is all we know," he replied bitterly. "But this world... it’s different. The creatures here—these beings of light and elves and humans—they fight for reasons that are not our own."
"True," Selene agreed, her gaze never wavering from the horizon. "But we are not here to become entangled in their wars. We are here to survive."
Viserion nodded, though his mind still buzzed with questions. This Earth, as the elf Aerindor had called it, was strange, yet eerily familiar. The beings that inhabited it—humans, elves, dwarves—and many other beings not yet seen were creatures out of old myths, but their struggles mirrored the endless conflicts he had seen in Asteron.
"We cannot afford to take sides," Viserion said, his tone decisive. "This war is not ours."
"And yet," Selene added, her voice laced with wisdom, "we may have no choice but to fight. If we are to survive here, we must first understand the forces at play."
Viserion glanced at his mother, reading the deeper meaning behind her words. She was right, of course. The world they had entered was not one where they could simply remain neutral. Already, they had encountered enemies—the towering giants that had emerged from the sea, their roars shaking the very heavens. And more would come, of that he was certain.
"We need more information," Viserion said, turning his thoughts to the elf, Aerindor, who had offered them shelter for the night. "These beings—this war—they’re not our enemies, but they're not our allies either."
"Indeed," Selene agreed. "That is why we must tread carefully. The decisions we make in the coming days will shape the fate of our people."
Viserion's mind churned, weighing the possibilities. The elves and humans of this world were fighting a losing battle against forces far beyond their comprehension. The gates between worlds had opened, unleashing chaos, and now creatures from other realms were spilling into this one. But Viserion knew that dragons did not ally themselves lightly. They were proud, ancient beings, and their strength was unmatched. Yet, pride could be a double-edged sword.
"One night of rest," Viserion said, echoing his earlier decision. "Then we move."
Selene placed a hand on his arm, her touch light but firm. "Once more I tell you this my Viserion, Even dragons must rest. Do not forget that."
He gave her a small, appreciative nod before turning his attention back to the camp. The clans were settling in, their warriors standing guard while others tended to their weapons and armor. They were weary, yes, but they were dragons—creatures of fire and fury, born to fight and conquer.
As Viserion watched them, his thoughts drifted to the future. What would this world demand of them? Would they be forced to fight alongside the humans and elves, or would they carve out their own path, as they always had?
Suddenly, a rustling sound caught his attention. He turned to see Tomo approaching, his sword sheathed at his side. The warrior’s dark eyes gleamed with intensity, his every movement exuding lethal precision. Tomo was not just any fighter—he was a predator, a force of nature in his own right.
"Viserion," Tomo greeted, his voice a low rumble. "I've scouted the perimeter. No immediate threats."
"Good," Viserion replied, though his mind was still unsettled. "But stay vigilant. This world is filled with dangers we do not yet understand."
Tomo nodded, his expression grim. "The giants were only the beginning. There will be more."
"I know," Viserion said, his tone equally grim. "And we will be ready."
Just then, a cold gust of wind swept through the camp, causing the fires to flicker. Viserion turned to see Shion standing a short distance away, her silver hair flowing like winter winds. Her presence was both beautiful and terrifying, and the air around her seemed to freeze with every step she took.
"Shion," Viserion called, his voice carrying an edge of authority. "What do you see?"
Shion tilted her head slightly, as if listening to something beyond the mortal plane. Her blindfolded eyes concealed a deeper sight, one that could pierce the veil of time and space. After a moment, she spoke, her voice as cold as the frost that followed her.
"Storms are coming," she said cryptically. "Not just from the sky, but from the depths of this world."
Viserion frowned, trying to decipher her meaning. "The depths?"
Shion nodded slowly. "There are forces beneath the surface—dark, ancient things that stir. They are watching us."
A chill ran down Viserion’s spine, though he did not let it show. "Then we must be prepared," he said firmly. "Whatever comes, we will face it together."
Selene, who had been silent during the exchange, finally spoke. "Shion's sight is never wrong. We must take her warning seriously."
Viserion nodded, his resolve hardening. "We will. But for now, we rest."
The leaders of the five clans gathered around, their expressions a mixture of exhaustion and determination. Each of them had their own burdens to bear, their own responsibilities to their people. But in this strange new world, they were united by one common goal—survival.
Lord Aldric of the Emberheart Clan was the first to speak, his fiery red hair catching the light of the nearby fire. "One night of rest, as you said, Viserion. But after that, we move. Our people cannot linger in this place."
Lady Valera of Stormfang, her eyes as cold as the winter winds, nodded in agreement. "Pride won't keep us alive. We need to conserve our strength for the battles to come."
Lord Kaiden of Ironclaw, ever the pragmatist, grunted his approval. "Agreed. We rest, then we move. No more delays."
Viserion met their gazes, his own eyes filled with the weight of leadership. "We rest for the night," he confirmed. "But at dawn, we march. This world is not our home, but we will carve out a place for ourselves."
The leaders nodded in silent agreement, and with that, they dispersed, each returning to their respective clans to prepare for the night ahead.
As the camp settled into an uneasy quiet, Viserion remained where he stood, his mind racing with thoughts of the future. The weight of his decision pressed heavily upon him, but he knew it was the right one. They were dragons—born to conquer, born to survive. And in this strange new world, they would do just that.
But as he gazed out at the darkened horizon, a sense of unease lingered in his heart. Shion's warning echoed in his mind, and he couldn't shake the feeling that something far more dangerous than giants awaited them in the depths of this world.
Whatever it was, they would face it head-on. And they would either conquer it—or be consumed by it.
…..
time passed, and as Viserion stood motionless, his gaze fixed on the shimmering horizon, lost in thought. The grass swayed gently beneath the pale light of the moon, an eerie calm settling over the landscape. There was a beauty to this world, a stark contrast to the deserts of Eos. Here, life flourished in every corner, vibrant and untouched by the desolation he had known for centuries. It was a beauty that made him restless, like something that didn’t belong to him—alien and alluring all at once.
Then, a voice, soft and familiar, like a breeze caressing his mind: "This world is beautiful, is it not?"
Viserion did not startle. His expression remained unreadable, but inside, his thoughts sharpened. He knew the voice was not his own, yet there was no fear, only a grim curiosity. Without turning his head, he asked aloud, his tone cold and direct, “Who are you?”
The voice chuckled lightly, a playful sound that felt out of place amid the tension of the camp. "A friend… or not. That depends on what happens when we meet." There was a pause, the voice carrying an amusement that grated against Viserion’s mood. "For now, this method of communication is best, wouldn't you agree?"
Viserion sneered, irritation flashing across his features. He was not in the mood for riddles, nor the games of unseen entities. "I have no patience for—" he began, his voice rising, but just as the words left his lips, a movement caught his eye.
An elder human approached, his steps deliberate and slow, wearing a military uniform adorned with medals and insignia that spoke of rank and command. Viserion’s senses sharpened, his attention shifting instantly to the man. The feminine voice in his mind faded, leaving behind an echo of amusement, as if it had chosen to retreat for now.
The human stopped a respectful distance away, his back straight, but there was no mistaking the weight of his years. His hair, silvered and thinning, framed a face etched with lines of worry and determination. His eyes, however, were keen—assessing. There was no fear in them, only the cool calculation of a soldier who had seen too much.
"General Aelric Forsythe," the man introduced himself, his voice firm but tempered by age. He did not extend his hand, understanding that formalities might not be welcomed by a being such as Viserion. "I command the Eastern Alliance forces in this region. Our president and the world leaders of the Coalition are eager to speak with you."
Viserion’s eyes narrowed slightly, scanning the man’s posture and demeanor. There was something deliberate in the general’s approach—calculated, even—but there was no sign of overt hostility. “And why would your leaders wish to speak with me?” Viserion asked, his voice low and edged with suspicion.
The general did not hesitate. "We've received reports—images, to be precise—of what transpired today. The freezing of an entire city in an instant. They’re aware of the power your people wield, particularly the one known as… Shion.” His words hung in the air, a palpable tension behind them. “They wish to discuss what this means for our world, and frankly, how we move forward."
Viserion’s expression remained unchanged, though he could feel the eyes of his people on him from a distance. Shion’s display of power had undoubtedly caught the attention of these human leaders, but Viserion wondered if they truly understood what they were dealing with. “Move forward?” he repeated, the disdain in his voice clear. “Do your leaders believe they can negotiate with dragons?”
General Forsythe met his gaze evenly. "Negotiation or not, we recognize strength. We understand what it means when such power enters a conflict. They want to prevent this from escalating… for now." There was a pause, a flicker of something darker in the general's eyes. "But understand this, Viserion, we are not without our own weapons. If we cannot speak as equals, then conflict will be inevitable, and we would both lose much in the process."
Viserion’s lips curled slightly, more in amusement than malice. “Weapons?” he said, his voice soft but dangerous. “Your weapons would break like sticks against dragon scales.”
The general did not flinch. Instead, he nodded slowly. "Perhaps. But consider this: you and your clans are new to this world. You may not wish to get entangled in our wars, but neither can you afford enemies on all sides." He let the weight of his words settle, his eyes unwavering. "The president and the Coalition leaders will contact us via the command center in the camp. They want to hear from you directly. They want to know what you want."
Viserion regarded the man for a long moment, his mind turning over the situation. There was truth in the general’s words, even if Viserion didn’t care to admit it. The five clans had only just arrived in this world, and they were already stepping into a conflict they had no stake in—yet.
Without turning his head, Viserion spoke over his shoulder. “Mother, what do you make of this?”
From the shadows, Lady Selene emerged, her expression as calm and inscrutable as ever. Her sharp gaze passed over the general, reading him in an instant, though she offered no outward sign of judgment. “This world is full of uncertainties,” she said, her voice as soft and cold as ice. “But it seems these humans understand the stakes. We should listen… for now.”
Viserion gave a small nod, acknowledging his mother’s wisdom. He turned back to the general. “Lead the way,” he said simply.
General Forsythe inclined his head and gestured for them to follow, turning toward a fortified command center. As they walked in silence, Viserion could feel the weight of unseen eyes upon him, both from his own people and from the world beyond. Something deeper was stirring in this land—forces that went beyond human or dragon. And, despite his confidence, Viserion knew this was only the beginning.