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[Frosthold City, the capital of the Sabat Kingdom, North-East of the Avalon Empire]

A man was standing on a balcony as he witnessed a miracle happening in front of him. He looked south towards the Forsaken forest in the south. He was excited and worried simultaneously, ''So, in the end, it was the truth. I thought the book was just a warning from a senile old man.''

A woman with light blue hair and shining crystal blue eyes ran up to the man in a panic and grabbed hold of him, ''What's going on, Einar? What was that explosion!!''

He looked down at the woman holding onto him and calmed her down by explaining, ''Yeva, a book in the vault, explains that when an explosion in the south is heard, it concludes the birth of the boy who will save Thrylos.''

His wife looked at him with panicked eyes, ''Do you believe what the book says?''

Einar nodded before grabbing her hand and leading her somewhere. They walked until they arrived in front of a vault with three guards outside.

When they saw him, they all saluted him. ''My King, My Queen''

He smiled at them while opening the door and walking inside with his wife behind him. As soon as they entered, he dragged her to a bookshelf, searching for a specific book.

Finding the book, he opens it and finds the page to show her. ''Here, read this.''

The chilling chronicle of the Avalon Empire's history echoes with a foreboding prophecy—a dire warning from the past:

''The land of Thrylos will be engulfed in a fierce storm, and the rivers will run red with blood. Empires and kingdoms will crumble as they fight to survive.

Only the boy who can bring the races together will be able to unite them against the impending disaster.

He is the key to stopping the storm and saving the land. This boy is the firstborn in five millennia, and a white flash amid the storm will signal the beginning of his journey.

His own family has cast him aside. My descendants, it would be best if you found this boy at all costs. Please do not ignore my warning, for I have witnessed the divine power of the heavens and have been given hope by them.

They have warned me of the coming storm and the importance of finding the boy.''

—Cynrad Avalon, first Emperor and Founder of the Avalon Empire.

The weight of this revelation lingers in the air as the question arises, ''The Avalon Empire's first emperor? Why do you have this?''

Einar explained how he got the book. ''Well, the first emperor sent it to my ancestor for some reason. Neither me nor him know.''

She nodded and thought. ''We should send some of our people to find this boy.''

The king nodded his head and led the woman back to their chambers.

***

[Sultania City, Nagendra Kingdom's capital city south of the Avalon Empire]

The Nagendra's royal garden was covered in all kinds of colors, beautiful flowers, and scattered water fountains showing that a lot of effort had been put into it. Three women and a man were seated around a table, engaging in lively conversation.

Each was decorated in a kaftan, their clothes mirroring the colors of their unique eyes. But the man, with deep brown skin and snake-like yellow eyes. Fangs peeked out from their mouths, and colorful scales covered parts of them.

He sported loose pants and an open shirt, proudly displaying his blue scales. A sudden boom echoed from the north amid their conversation and shared meal. Without hesitation, he leaped to his feet and rushed towards a tower in the corner of the palace.

The women followed him. As soon as they reached the top, they rushed to it. After they all got there, one of the women spoke up, ''Khonsu, why did you run here after that explosion?''

He looked into the woman's eyes before speaking in a concerned voice, ''An old Nagendra legend my wives.''

All three women looked confused before they questioned at the same time which made him chuckle, ''Legend?''

He smiled at his wives before informing them of what he knew, ''Well, this tale has been told in the Nagendra royal family for thousands of years.''

The man took a deep breath and told them a story he'd heard all his life. ''In a time of turmoil and strife, where the continent flows with blood and wars erupt everywhere, the earth will rise and lay waste to the Nagendra kingdom,''

As Khonsu spoke, he looked out across his vast kingdom before finishing. ''A discarded white angel descends to fight the earth in an almighty battle that shakes the whole kingdom, defeating the earth. This angel becomes the beacon of the people, igniting hope for all.''

***

[Naravo City, the capital city of the Lionheart Kingdom to the west of the Avalon Empire]

A demi-human girl with golden hair and sporting lion ears displayed infectious excitement in the training arena. Her tail swayed with confidence as she quickly moved about, engaged in relentless training alongside an older woman.

The air resonated with the energy of their shared dedication, creating a scene of mentorship. She resembled the older woman as they both trained with spears at the Lionheart Palace's training grounds.

That's when the woman struck the girl's shield, causing her to exclaim in pain, ''Ahhh!''

The impact sent her flying, crashing hard into the ground as the lady followed up with a kick to her shield, ''Come on, Nala. You must fully commit your entire body to the block, or you'll find yourself sent flying once more,'' the woman admonished.

Unfazed, the young girl rose to her feet with an excited smile to resume the fight when a deep voice resonated from behind, ''How's my daughter's training going?''

Approaching them, the towering figure stood seven feet tall, adorned with white hair, lion ears, and a majestic tail. However, a resounding boom reverberated through the air which caught all their attention.

Their gazes turned eastward, where a brilliant white light streaked across the sky, ''A surge of mana and radiant light. Could it be the prophecy I've heard?'' mused the lion-man.

***

[Dragon Hunters, Far North]

The Dragon Hunters had been hunting for weeks, scouring the mountains and valleys for any sign of their prey. But as set up camp one night, they saw something that made their blood run cold.

A bright white light shone in the distance, illuminating the sky like a beacon. At first, they thought it might be a trick or a natural wonder they hadn't ever seen before. But as they watched, they saw an illusion moving within the light.

It was a dragon, but not like one they had ever seen. Its scales were as white as snow, and its eyes glowed with an otherworldly violet light. The hunters knew that this was no ordinary dragon.

The elders knew it was a creature of legend, a white dragon said to be the most powerful and elusive of all dragons. They knew capturing it would bring them wealth and renown, but but also knew it would be dangerous and difficult.

Observing the dragon's movements in the glow of the light, a sense of urgency gripped them. They quickly dismantled their camp fueled by excitement, With everything secured, the hunters ventured towards the light.

***

[The main Church of Light branch on Pluoria - Starfall City]

The Church of Light was a powerful organization that had long been dedicated to the eradication of all things dark and evil that appeared across Thrylos. They were skeptical when news of the White Dragon's rise reached them.

The Deacons and Bishops had heard rumors of such a creature before but had always dismissed them as mere superstition. However, when reports of the bright white flash in the Avalon Empire began to pour in, the Church knew something significant was happening.

Swiftly, they summoned their forces, dispatching scouts and messengers to collect intelligence and evaluate the situation. Increasing unease gnawed at the Church when their search yielded no answers.

They regarded the mysterious being as more than a mere anomaly. It loomed as a looming threat, a tool wielded by the shadows they had sworn to eliminate. However, despite the uncertainties, they clung unwaveringly to their sacred mission.

Undeterred, they started collecting information about the White Dragon and coming up with tactics to capture him. The Church of Light's reaction to the white dragon's emergence was panic and sneaky plans.