The sun bathed the hills, giving the green grass a golden hue. Only the faint murmur of the townspeople broke the tranquility. The village was peaceful, secure under the castle high above in the cliffs. The roads were safe, always traversed by merchants and farmers. Though today, one could not…

“Mother, please! We can spare a squad! We must-!” “Silence!” The queen stood from her throne strongly, tired of the words of her daughter. “We shall not surrender any troops to rescue one single knight! I commend the loyalty he showed by shielding you, but a rescue is not viable.…

At that moment, everyone stood frozen for a second. They could not move below the huge shadow that grew over them. They felt a cold shiver, even though the air became warmer. All eyes laid onto those glittering scales, unending as they looked slowly up. Their bodies tensed even more,…