Chapter 24

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In This Chapter

Aaric Graycastle

Dragon-Riding Prince

Also known as: Cam

Bonds with his dragon and proves his worth as both prince and dragon rider. Committed to protecting...

Andarna

Maturing Dragon

Also known as: The Golden Dragon

Shows more sophisticated use of her time powers. Her bond with Violet deepens as she matures.

Captain Torres

Scout Captain

Leads scouting missions around Aretia's perimeter.

Catriona Cordella

Powerful Ex

Also known as: Cat

Reveals her relationship history with Xaden and her powerful signet abilities. Creates tension in...

Chief Robert

Maintenance Chief

Chief of maintenance responsible for keeping all college facilities operational.

David

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet who struggles with the physical demands of training.

Marcus

Defense Engineer

Designs and maintains Aretia's defensive structures.

Rhiannon Matthias

Powerful Dragon Rider

Also known as: Rhi

Develops her signet further and proves herself as a formidable fighter. Relationship with Sawyer...

Ridoc Gamlyn

Trainer and Morale Keeper

Takes on training responsibilities for first-year cadets while maintaining squad morale through...

Sawyer Henrick

Tactical Trainer

Takes on significant training responsibilities and shows his tactical intelligence in teaching...

Sergeant Jones

Quartermaster Sergeant

Quartermaster responsible for equipment distribution and maintenance.

Tairn

Concerned Guardian

Also known as: The Black Dragon

Shows concern about the intensifying war through his bond with Sgaeyl. Protective of both Violet...

Trainer Daniels

Combat Trainer

Trains new recruits in combat techniques at Aretia.

Violet Sorrengail

Concerned Partner

Also known as: Violence

Notices concerning changes in Xaden's behavior as the war intensifies. Their bond deepens through...

Xaden Riorson

Torn Between Past and Present

Also known as: Wing Leader Riorson

Cat's arrival brings complications and reveals his past. Violet becomes jealous, straining their...

Previously Seen

Amanda

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet with excellent strategic thinking skills.

Aotrom

Combat Tactician

Demonstrates advanced combat techniques and develops deeper tactical understanding with Ridoc.

Archivist Solomon

Research Assistant

Helps research ancient techniques and provides crucial historical context for current events.

Bodhi Durran

Operations Leader

Takes on expanded leadership responsibilities while maintaining his fierce loyalty to family and...

Brennan Sorrengail

Strategic Leader

Shows his tactical knowledge and leadership skills. Begins to rebuild relationships with his family.

Bryson

Threshing Casualty

Attempts Threshing but does not survive the bonding process, becoming one of the casualties.

Captain Blake

Defense Captain

Captain of Aretia's ground defense forces.

Captain Fitzgibbons

Flight Instructor

Dragon rider instructor who specializes in advanced flight maneuvers and aerial combat techniques.

Captain Wells

Flight Instructor

Flight instructor specializing in advanced maneuvers and combat flying.

Chradh

Leadership Team Dragon

Garrick's dragon, showing continued intelligence and tactical coordination abilities as part of the...

Codagh

Truth Support Dragon

Brennan's dragon, supporting his healing abilities and his role in revealing the truth about venin.

Communications Officer Lane

Communication Coordinator

Officer responsible for coordinating dragon-based communication networks across the kingdom.

Cook Martha

Nutrition Coordinator

Adapts meal planning to support increased training intensity and nutritional needs for combat...

Councilor Adams

Council Member

Member of the Aretia governing council, involved in strategic planning.

Cuir

Family Mission Dragon

Bodhi's dragon, continuing to support the Riorson family mission and rebellion operations.

Devera Riorson

Aretia Elder

Elder member of the Aretia community, deeply involved in governance and planning.

Dex

Equipment Expert

Develops unique insights into dragon-rider gear and becomes a resource for equipment improvement.

Dragon Keepers Guild Master

Dragon Care Overseer

Also known as: Guild Master

Leader of the dragon keepers who oversees dragon care and maintenance of their living areas.

Elder Morrison

Senior Elder

Senior elder of Aretia, provides wisdom in council meetings.

Elena

Community Historian

Keeps records and historical knowledge for Aretia.

Emma

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet who shows promise in flight formations.

Engineer Wright

Defensive Engineer

College engineer responsible for maintaining defensive structures and dragon landing platforms.

Evie

Morale Specialist

Shows her signet development and becomes valuable for maintaining morale and group dynamics.

Feirge

Dragon Leader

Develops advanced combat techniques and becomes a leader among the second-year dragons.

Felix Matthews

Supply Coordinator

Aretia resident who helps coordinate supply lines and logistics.

Garrick Tavis

Worried Best Friend

Shows growing concern about the escalating war. Becomes important source of stability for the group.

General Lilith Sorrengail

Ward Weaving Teacher

Also known as: The General

Begins training Violet in ward weaving, sharing family magical knowledge and military wisdom.

Glane

Instructor Combat Dragon

Imogen's dragon, continuing to show fierce protective instincts and combat prowess as an instructor...

Glas

Prince's Dragon

Aaric's dragon, a strong and intelligent blue dragon who bonds with the hidden prince.

Healer Chen

Dragon-Bond Healer

Specialized healer who focuses on dragon-related injuries and bond-strain recovery treatments.

Healer Nolon

Chief Healer

Chief healer at Basgiath who tends to increasingly severe injuries as training intensifies.

Imogen Cardulo

Combat Instructor

Takes on significant teaching responsibilities while supporting rebellion activities and operations.

Jacob

Master Armorer

Master armorer who maintains weapons and armor for Aretia's defenders.

James

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet in Violet's training group, eager but inexperienced.

Janet

Food Coordinator

Manages food distribution and supplies for Aretia residents.

Kaiden

Enhancement Specialist

Develops his signet related to mechanical enhancement and becomes essential for equipment...

Kevin

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet who excels in theoretical studies but needs combat improvement.

Librarian Sage

Research Facilitator

Provides access to rare texts about ancient magic and helps research anti-venin techniques.

Lieutenant Chen

Scout Lieutenant

Lieutenant under Scout Captain Torres, specializes in reconnaissance.

Lieutenant Foster

Assistant Trainer

Young officer who assists with cadet training and shows promise for advanced leadership roles.

Lieutenant Morgan

Advanced Tactics Assistant

Young officer who assists with advanced tactical training and shows exceptional promise.

Lila

Intelligence Analyst

Shows her signet development and becomes valuable for intelligence analysis and strategic planning.

Lisa

Infirmary Assistant

Senior infirmary assistant who helps treat injuries from training and combat.

Luarna

Memorial Dragon

Sloane's dragon, showing promise and strength while helping her honor her brother's memory.

Maja

Tactical Analyst

Shows her developing signet and becomes valuable for detailed tactical analysis and planning.

Major Varrish

Hostile Instructor

Shows increasing hostility toward Violet and the marked cadets, pushing dangerous training methods.

Marbh

Cat's Dragon

Cat's dragon, a powerful and fierce dragon who matches her rider's intensity and combat skills.

Maria

Aretia Healer

Skilled healer working in Aretia's medical facilities.

Master Blake

Armory Master

Master of the armory who oversees weapon maintenance and distribution.

Master Helen

Master Cook

Head cook responsible for feeding the entire college population.

Medical Assistant James

Medical Support

Medical assistant who helps the healers with routine treatments and medical supply management.

Melissa

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet with exceptional physical fitness and combat potential.

Messenger Captain Reed

Message Coordinator

Captain of the messenger service who coordinates communication between the war college and command.

Michael

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet from a military family with high expectations.

Mira Sorrengail

Ward Weaving Defender

Uses her ward-weaving abilities to help defend against venin attacks. Shows tactical expertise.

Nash

Tactical Coordinator

Develops his signet and becomes valuable for squad coordination and tactical planning.

Night Watch Captain Torres

Night Security Captain

Captain of the night watch who coordinates security patrols and perimeter defense for the college.

Officer Nancy

Communications Officer

Communications officer who manages messaging systems and external contacts.

Oren

Tactical Coordinator

Shows his developing signet and becomes valuable for coordinating complex tactical operations.

Petra

Research Specialist

Develops her signet and becomes valuable for research and understanding complex dragon behaviors.

Professor Blackwood

Translation Specialist

Provides crucial translations of continental texts that reveal hidden anti-venin techniques.

Professor Crane

Librarian Professor

Head librarian and professor of dragon lore and historical studies.

Professor Grady

Modern Warfare Instructor

Adapts curriculum to include anti-venin tactics and modern warfare techniques.

Professor Markham

Historical Context Provider

Provides crucial historical context for understanding current venin patterns and previous defensive...

Quartermaster Hayes

Logistics Coordinator

Adapts supply chains to support increased training intensity and preparation for venin encounters.

Quinn

Developing Rider

Shows her developing signet abilities and proves herself capable in advanced training exercises.

Rachel

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet with natural leadership abilities among her peers.

Ryan

Courier

Fast messenger who carries communications between settlements.

Sarah

Communications Master

Manages communications between Aretia and other settlements.

Sarah

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet with aptitude for academic subjects but struggles with combat training.

Scribe Addison

Research Assistant

Provides access to restricted historical documents and helps research ancient anti-venin techniques.

Sergeant Rhiannon

Ground Combat Instructor

Military instructor who specializes in ground combat techniques and defensive formations.

Sgaeyl

Battle-Weary Dragon

Also known as: The Blue Daggertail

Struggles with the stress of constant battles affecting their bond. Communicates concerns through...

Sliseag

Strategic Coordinator

Demonstrates advanced strategic thinking and helps coordinate with other dragons in complex...

Sloane Mairi

Bonded Dragon Rider

Successfully bonds during Threshing and shows she inherited her brother's courage and determination.

Stable Master Tom

Ground Transport Coordinator

Coordinates ground transport for supplies and personnel while dragons focus on combat preparations.

Teine

Ward Support Dragon

Mira's dragon, continuing to support ward-weaving abilities and family protection missions.

Thomas

Master Blacksmith

Master blacksmith who creates and repairs weapons for Aretia's defenders.

Tom

Head Groundskeeper

Head groundskeeper who maintains the college grounds and flight fields.

Tyler

First-Year Cadet

First-year cadet known for his determination despite early setbacks.

Weaponsmith Gareth

Anti-Venin Weaponsmith

Develops new weapons and defensive equipment specifically designed for anti-venin combat.

Williams

Quartermaster

Manages supplies and equipment distribution at Aretia.

Zara

Morale Maintainer

Shows her signet development and becomes crucial for maintaining morale during difficult training...

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