In the royal city, capital of Aconite, a mysterious young girl strolls quietly through the stalls of the town's small market. She stocks up on some essential goods, while kingdom guards cross the city with the princess.

The girl stared at the knights for a moment then left, the princess headed towards Coram, the barren city where significant human losses had been reported in recent times. She brought food and medicine for the residents.

Once there, she noticed an old man walking and decided to call on him.

Princess: Excuse me.

The old man stopped and the princess asked him a question.

Princess: Excuse us, could you tell us where to find the chief of this village?

The old man then replied: Sorry, we don't talk to strangers.

Without giving them the slightest indication, he continued on his way. One of the knights was surprised by this reaction.

Knight: This man is truly charming.

Princess: You shouldn't blame him, they're going through a difficult time at the moment.

During their conversation, a little girl was watching them from afar. She immediately recognized the princess and approached her to pay her respects.

Little girl: Excuse me, are you Princess Keli?

The princess turned around and saw a cute little girl, then answered her with a smile.

Keli: Yes, that’s me. To whom have I the honor ?

Little girl: My name is Mily. Please excuse my grandfather, he's a little grumpy this morning.

Keli: Don't worry, I'm not offended.

Mily: I understand that you are looking for the village chief.

Keli: Yes, that's correct.

Mily: I advise you to go to that house over there, that's where he lives.

She showed them the house, pointing at it.

Keli: Thank you.

Mily: Please.

With a smile, she continued on her way, and Keli also continued his march with his knights to her door, where he knocked.

Moments after the old man opened the door, he was surprised to see the knights before him, led by a young woman.

He realized with astonishment that the man in front of them bore an uncanny resemblance to the one they had met earlier.

Keli: Hello, please excuse us for this inconvenience. If possible, I would like to speak with you.

He agreed to listen to them. Keli then explained to him the reasons for their visit and requested the chief's authorization to assist them. After careful consideration, he finally said to them: Come with me.

He led them to where the sick and hungry were. Keli was deeply touched to see many sick people lying on the ground, women and children dying of hunger. The situation was critical. She took charge and gave her instructions.

Keli: The first division, you will take care of the sick. The second division, you will be responsible for distributing food and blankets. Execution.

The knights: At your command, princess.

The knights immediately set to work, helped by some residents not affected by illness, to unload the cargo.

Little Mily, delighted to have observed the princess's veil, approached her holding a magnificent flower bracelet in her hands. She offered it to the princess as a sign of gratitude.

Touched by her gesture, Keli put on the bracelet and took the little one in her arms. However, their joy was short-lived, as suddenly the earth began to shake. One of the knights entered the sick shelter and announced: Princess Keli, the half-dragons are approaching the village. The residents panicked. Keli then ordered: Gather the knights, erect a barrier and repel the enemy. Faced with palpable terror among the villagers, Keli tried to calm them down.

Keli reassured his interlocutor by promising to do everything possible to protect him. She then left the shelter to lend a hand to the knights, despite the significant number of losses already recorded in combat. The situation was critical, but Keli took command and participated in the assault.

Unfortunately, the battle was already lost; the semi-dragons became more and more numerous, surrounding the villages in just a few minutes.

Concerned for the safety of the residents, Keli returned to their shelter to ensure it was secure. However, upon entering the room, she discovered all the villagers dead, all disfigured.

Marcus, the knight charged with protecting Keli, found her inside. He found her sitting on the ground, holding little lifeless Mily in her arms. He approached her and said:

Marcus: Princess Keli, we have to leave.

Upset, she replied:

Keli: This kid didn't deserve to die.

Keli: She was so kind and welcoming, so why... Why did she have to die?

Not knowing what to answer, he lowered his head while remaining silent. Out of caution, he saw a ball of fire heading towards them; They took to their heels and ran towards the princess.

Marcus: Princess Keli!?

They captured the princess who, in turn, released the body of little Mily. A ball of fire set the room and the bodies of the inhabitants ablaze. Keli saw the little girl's body being consumed by the flames, despite her sadness, she was unable to hold back a single tear.

Outside, she ordered the knights to fall back and retreat. They all mounted horses to try to escape, but the half-dragons launched a collective attack that reduced the village to ashes.

Their power was so immense that they pursued the knights and eliminated half of them. Some knights were swallowed up by the earth, but thanks to the intervention of Marcus, Keli was saved from death.

She regained her senses in a forest, her equine companion having disappeared, leaving her to fend for herself. Having managed to take refuge in a cave, she could not help but be somewhat upset by the events, murmuring inwardly:

Keli: That's not possible, they were all killed, once again the semi-dragons destroyed everything.

After careful consideration, she decided to continue on her way despite the pain, but quickly found herself disoriented and completely lost, not recognizing her surroundings.

Her misfortune did not end there, as she was soon ambushed, surrounded by half-dragons.

Keli realized the desperate situation she found herself in: Oh no, an ambush.

The half-dragons had completely surrounded Keli, who said to herself: If I face these half-dragons, I won't make it. And if I run away, it won't change anything, they'll still kill me. Keli felt lost, not knowing what decision to make. The half-dragons were about to attack when suddenly, five of them cut off their heads instantly.

Keli felt disoriented, wondering who had managed to decapitate the young dragons. Before she could react, the carnage had resumed. Looking up into the sky, she saw a little girl appear out of nowhere and deliver a lightning punch to the dragon, instantly defeating it.

Stunned, Keli exclaimed: Was it magic!? Are you a dragon magician!?

The young girl then replied:

???: It would be best for you to leave this place, it is not very safe.

???: Take the left direction, there you will find guards looking for you.

After indicating the direction to follow, she disappeared into thin air.

Keli couldn't believe her eyes, seeing a dragon magician seemed impossible. She followed these instructions which turned out to be correct, because at the end of the path she found guards led by Captain Gwen.

Relieved to see them, she approached them. One of the guards spotted the princess in the distance and informed the others, while Captain Gwen walked towards her.

Gwen: Princess Keli, how are you?

Keli: I'm okay, thankfully, thanks to my valiant knights.

On her horse, she took the princess and said to her:

Gwen: Come on, you'll tell me everything at the palace.

She placed herself on horseback alongside Captain Gwen before walking again. Two days later, Keli was deep in thought while sitting in the garden. The captain approached her and asked:

You seem very concerned, Princess Keli. Is something bothering you?

Keli replied: I have already told you that we do not need formalities between us. But once again you are right.

Gwen: Do you want to tell me about it?

Keli: Yes, but not here.

Let's go for a walk instead.

Aboard the carriage, Keli reported everything that had happened during their expedition.

Gwen: Your story is particularly strange, and this little gift you speak of is even stranger.

Keli: Indeed, I would have liked to talk about it but...

Before she could finish her sentence, the carriage came to an abrupt stop.

Gwen: What's going on?

Carter: Captain, there are two men arguing on the road.

She got out of the carriage with Keli and saw the two men arguing. One accused the other of theft, while the latter denied it outright.

Suddenly, Keli spotted a fleeing figure under a hood. Despite the speed at which she walked away, she recognized the young girl she had met previously.

Deciding to pursue her, she left Captain Gwen alone and set off in pursuit of the little girl, who headed towards an alley. Keli took the same path, but the little one had strangely disappeared.

Keli wondered: Where did she go?

A voice rang out and said to her: May I know why you are following me, little princess?

Finally, Keli found the person she was looking for, standing on the roof of a house.

In a small market in the royal city, Captain Gwen managed to resolve the conflict between two arguing men. She paid for the stolen apple that caused the problem.

Gwen then noticed that the princess was missing. When questioning passers-by, no one had seen her. Fortunately, a man reported seeing the princess and said:

Passerby: I saw the princess heading towards this alley, it seems to me that she was chasing someone.

Gwen: (Chasing someone!?)

Gwen: Thank you dear sir.

Gwen headed towards the alley indicated by the gentleman. Meanwhile, Keli was facing the girl.

???: You're chasing me, little princess.

Keli: So you're the one who stole that apple!?

???: What does it matter to you, I have nothing to tell you.

Before leaving, she was stopped by Keli.

Kelly: Wait...

She stopped.

Keli: Last time you used dragon magic.

???: I do not know what you're talking about.

Keli: Please come to the palace with me, we need your help.

???: I already told you that I don't know what you're talking about, and even if I were that person, I would never agree to help a member of the royal family.

Keli: In the past, you have indeed been wronged, which is why you despise us so much and I can understand that.

Keli: However, I never stopped believing in the existence of dragons and to this day, I believe in their power. So please... I'm begging you, help us.

The girl remained silent, took the time to think and said.

???: Even if I were who you think and I follow you, I don't think I could be of much help to you.

Keli: I'm convinced so, please come with me, I'll give a feast in your honor.

Hearing about the feast, the girl immediately agreed to accompany him.

???: Okay, I'm with you.

But Keli didn't realize this and continued to beg her.

Keli: Please...

Then she realized it.

Keli: Do you want to come!?

???: I already told you yes.

Keli: Thank you.

???: I will come with you if you respect my conditions.

Kelly: Oh!?

???: I don't want to be searched or questioned by the guards, I don't want to stay inside the palace.

Keli: I give you my word, everything will be done according to your requirements.

A few minutes later, Captain Gwen arrived in the alley and saw a little girl jumping from the roof, she got scared and rushed to the palace even faster. Once there, she found the little girl coming down from the roof safely, she remained stunned and said:

Gwen: Princess Keli, how are you?

Keli: Captain Gwen!

Gwen: Who is this lady?

Keli: Captain Gwen, allow me to introduce...

Asuka: Asuka.

Gwen: Asuka!

Keli: Nice to meet you Asuka, I'm...

Asuka: No need for introduction Keli, I already know who you are, your captain just shouted your name a moment ago.

Keli: Indeed, allow me to introduce to you, Captain Gwen, Asuka, the newest dragon magician.

Gwen: You mean...

Keli: Yes, she was the one who saved my life last time.

The captain was watching the young girl, but she found it hard to believe. Some time later, Asuka was brought back to the palace and installed in the garden room, where she devoured the feast that was served to her.

Keli: Well, you were really hungry, I hope you like it?

Asuka: Don't worry, everything is delicious.

She responded happily.

Keli: Glad you like it.

Gwen wondered: Why did you bring that girl back here, Keli?

Keli replied: Remember the dragon stele in the basement of the palace?

Gwen asked: Are you talking about the one in one of the palace cells?

Keli confirmed: Exactly.

Asuka stopped eating and asked: What is this stele about?

Keli explained: We don't know much about this stele, that's why we need your help.

Asuka: I'd like to point out that I'm not sure I can be of any help to you, but given your insistence...

She got up from the table.

Asuka: Lead me to this stele.

Accompanied by Gwen, Keli leads young Asuka into the palace basement. Curious, she asks:

Asuka: How long has this stele been here?

Gwen: Do you mean...

Asuka: I'm not talking to you, I didn't ask your opinion.

Keli: This stele has existed for 15 years now, and over the past 15 years, the kingdom has undergone profound changes.

Asuka: What do you mean exactly?

Keli: The seedlings have begun to attack the kingdom.

Asuka: Curse of the Dragons.

Keli: Exactly, here we go.

Asuka stood in front of the dragon stele, observing it carefully but remaining perplexed. When her gaze met the stele, she began to tremble with rage and uttered these words.

Asuka: I can't understand what's written.

Keli: What!?

This sentence surprised Keli greatly.

Keli: But... let's see, you probably know that.

Asuka: As I already explained to you, I am not able to help you. Humans have created these scourges, they must assume the consequences.

Keli: I understand your position, but not all of these children are responsible. We must not condemn them for a crime they did not commit.

Keli: You are our only hope, please.

Asuka: The children of my tribe had nothing to do with it, and yet they were all killed.

Kelly: Oh!?

Asuka's anger was intense, but after thinking about it, she told them:

Asuka: But I know someone who could help you.

Keli: Who then?

Asuka: This is my brother.

Hearing this, Keli found hope.

Keli: And where can we find it?

Asuka: I don't know, he disappeared with the dragons a long time ago, I don't know where he could be.

Keli: But then how can we find him?

Asuka: Deal with it, your grandfather or even your father probably knows what happened that year.

With these last words, she left. Keli watched Asuka's retreating figure, wondering how she was going to find Asuka's brother, an unknown man she didn't know existed.

After careful consideration, she entrusted the mission to her best knights, responsible for gathering as much information as possible about the dragon village and its inhabitants.

However, investigating a vanished civilization proves to be a challenge. The search lasted two weeks, then Asuka returned before the princess at the palace.

Asuka: So, did you find it?

Keli: We're still working on it, but I'm sure...

Before she could finish her sentence, a knight burst into the room.

Knight: Princess Keli, we finally got our hands on it.

Keli: Are you sure?

Gwen: Explain yourself.

Knight: We have heard that the fourth dragon has flown to the island by the river.

Gwen: Perfect, have the knight prepare a boat and have some knights prepare to accompany the princess. We leave immediately.

Knight: Very well, captain.

Asuka: (I can't believe they found him. Big brother, I hope you're alive.)

Meanwhile, on the island, a young man was holding a girl in his arms in the rain, heading towards a cave.

This sad day marked the end of a person he loved more than anything. The next morning, at dawn, Princess Keli, Captain Gwen accompanied by Asuka and a few knights boarded the boat heading to the South Island.

Asuka was filled with excitement but also anxiety, as she continued to believe that her brother might be alive. After hours at sea, they finally managed to find the island. They docked and Keli said:

Keli: We are finally here.

Asuka: (There are different smells on this island, including dragons. No doubt, we're in the right place.)

After finally reaching land, Asuka and her companions were greeted by several familiar smells on the island. Captain Gwen gave instructions to the knights to begin their search on the island. Keli approached Asuka and commented:

Keli: This island is magnificent, the dragons really have incredible power.

Asuka remained silent and started walking, closely followed by Keli and Captain Gwen.

Mining of the island began, however strangely there were no signs of life on the island.

Gwen: This island seems deserted.

Keli: Yes, but this is the only place where the dragons are last seen, let's keep looking.

They went deeper into the forest and came across a cave. Gwen was very surprised to find her there.

Gwen: A cave!?

Keli: It's huge.

Asuka: Let's go inside, maybe we'll find someone there.

Asuka, Keli and Captain Gwen entered the cave, disturbed by what they discovered inside. Several tombs were located in the cave, and at the sight of this macabre scene, Keli, very shocked, exclaimed:

Keli: It's terrible, what happened to them?

Asuka, reading the inscriptions on the tombs, understood that these were the children of the dragon village, their friends. She collapsed to the ground, tears in her eyes, and whispered:

Asuka: Why?

Asuka was visibly upset and unable to understand the situation. Keli approached her and asked what was happening.

Asuka expressed her incomprehension at the unfair situation they were experiencing. She expressed her sadness at no longer seeing them after so many trips made for them.

Keli: Asu...

Captain Gwen interrupted Keli and explained that these are the children of her village. Keli seemed surprised by this revelation.

Asuka was deeply saddened and did not notice that they were being watched by a stranger in the cave. Always on guard, Captain Gwen felt a presence and cried out:

Gwen: Who goes there?

Asuka and Keli looked around, uncomprehending.

Gwen: Show yourself.

???: I don't think I'm on your land, but you're infringing on mine. I advise you to leave.

Her serious and cold tone emerging from the shadows, Keli replied:

Keli: We apologize for disturbing you, but we need your help.

???: I didn't say you bother me, I just wish you would go away.

Keli: Please, I...

This voice seemed familiar to Asuka, she turned around and saw her big brother; Full of surprises, she exclaimed:

Asuka: Big brother.

The young man looked at the person hidden behind the princess and saw her little sister who surprised him in turn.

???: Asuka.

Asuka started crying and ran to her brother to hug him tightly. In a trembling voice, she said to him:

Asuka: I thought you were dead.

Asuka: I'm so happy to see you alive.

This reunion deeply moved Keli, who had tears in her eyes. The young man took his sister in his arms, wiped them and said to her:

???: Let's get out of here.

They left the cave, moved away a little and the young man then asked them a question.

???: Were you the one who brought him here?

Keli: Indeed, she had been looking for you for a long time and...

???: I don't need your explanations, but thank you.

Keli was impressed by his reaction.

???: You brought him back to me safe and sound, that's all that matters.

Asuka: Tell me big brother, is this cave full of graves of our friends? How did they die?

Keli: I would like to know that too, if you allow me.

???: Can I know who you are ?

Keli: Excuse me for my lack of politeness, my name is Keli. This is Captain Gwen.

???: I see that you are the new heir to the Aconite kingdom. You've grown a lot since the last time.

Kelly: Oh!

Keli was surprised by these words and asked:

Keli: What do you mean? Have we ever been in contact before?

???: Not at all, we never met. My name is Akil.

Keli: So you're Akil.

Asuka interrupted their conversation by saying:

Asuka: Big brother, can you explain to us how our friends left us?

Keli takes her turn to speak.

Keli: Indeed, we would all like to know the true history of these once respected peoples.

Akil was silent for a moment, then sighed before answering.

Akil: It was twelve years ago.

He began to tell them the story.

Akil: On that day, our parents were preparing the ritual to invoke the power and wisdom of dragons.

Akil remembers that time when you were only three years old.

Asuka urges her big brother to hurry because the start is imminent.

Akil responds by pointing out that there is no point in rushing, because their mother must still be busy preparing for the ceremony.

During his story, Akil remembers that it was a happy time, when their village lived in peace with the dragons.

In these memories, Asuka notices that the dragons are back and invites her big brother to watch them.

Akil nodded, claiming to have seen the people in question. Faced with her big brother's reaction, Asuka puffed out her cheeks and begged him:

Asuka: Come on, please, big brother, I want to see them.

Akil sighed before answering:

Akil: Listen, I promise you we'll go see them.

Asuka, delighted, asked:

Asuka: Really!?

Akil confirmed but added:

Akil: Yes, but not right away.

Asuka asked:

Asuka: Why?

Akil: It's a surprise, you'll find out soon.

Asuka looked at her brother with a wide smile and answered him.

Asuka: Very good.

They headed towards the village square and saw their parents accompanied by a few children. Asuka ran towards them with joy.

Asuka: Mom, Dad!

The two turned around and the mother cried out.

Mother: Asuka, my little princess!

She then hugged her tightly.

Mother: You are very excited today.

Akil spoke.

Akil: Yes, I told her to stay with me, but you know her, she always does what she wants.

Mother: It doesn't matter, she's just excited, you're a great big brother from what I see.

Akil: What do you mean!?

Father: Well yes, our Akil has become a big boy.

Akil: Stop, dad.

Asuka: Akil blushes.

Akil: Not at all.

They laughed at the situation which filled them with happiness, then a young girl approached and said.

??? : Good evening Akil.

The best friend stood in front of him, it was Karla.

Akil: Oh, Karla!? Are you there too?

Karla: Yes, I will also participate in the ritual this year.

Akil: Really!?

Karla smiled to confirm her answer, then Akil's mother said:

Mother: I think it's time.

Father: All the children are already here too.

Mother: Akil, can you help us set up everything?

Akil: Yes, of course.

Mother: Go get the four elements.

Akil: I'm going.

Akil gathered the four elements and brought them back to his mother.

Akil: Here they are.

Mother: Thank you darling, we can start.

Akil then went to his sister and said:

Akil: Are you ready, little sister?

Asuka: Ready for what?

Mother: Ready to become a dragonborn.

Asuka was surprised to hear this.

Asuka: Really!?

Then Akil said to him with a smile:

Akil: Yes, it was a surprise.

Asuka was deeply delighted, her joy was immense, and she thanked her brother from the bottom of her heart.

Asuka: Thank you so much, big brother.

Akil smiled at her and placed her in the magic circle of the ritual, while their mother spoke.

Mother: Sit comfortably and empty your mind, in order to achieve the most perfect state of wholeness possible.

The children followed these instructions and concentrated.

Mother: Very good, now I will summon the great dragons to come to you.

The children were focused, then she said to them:

Mother: Repeat after me; To the great dragons...

Children: To the great dragons...

Mother: Very good, for the rest you must read from your memories and repeat it out loud.

The children concentrated intently, then she said to them again:

Mother: Call on the four dragons.

Children: Awake, O Breath of the Dragon

Fill this earth with kindness.

Bless me and mine with your positive energy.

And pushes away all those who wish us harm, in all its forms.

Then she told them:

Mother: And now invoke them.

Children: Draconis! Draconis! Draconis!

I call and summon the core of your lair!

Draconic sphere of power,

I ask for dragon strength!

Akil's point of view.

It was at that moment that everything changed, the ceremony or rather the ritual could not be completed.