Sebastian Rudden

Dragons of Zoe Valley

There weren't always dragons in the valley. In fact, they have come rather recently – and we still don’t know what they want. After an initial conversation – although it was more of a wordless understanding – between me and the dragon-chief Raimil, two dozen or so of them had settled on the hilltops of the Ozern mountain range. Apart from a few small misunderstandings with flocks, dealings have been peaceful. I did not think it wise to force anything upon the dragons, and, seeing as they promised us no harm, we have contented to set up an observational outpost. I can’t help but wonder if all this is related to what King Joseph foresaw before he left us. As the prophecy goes: