Trying hard
When Nial spoke to the Dracos from his elevated position, he used Dominion and some of his Essence of Darkness to alter the effect his words had. He made use of the crimson moonlight to further enhance the effect of his voice and sound even more intimidating.
The final result was somewhat expected but also a bit surprising.
"Who the hell are you?" The presumed leader of the Dracos asked Nial the moment he had proclaimed that he knew Ophelia and that she wouldn't like it if he were to die.
That could be utter nonsense, but Nial's voice held a lot of conviction.
It was hard not to trust his words, which was why the Dracos leader didn't think of attacking Nial and his mount immediately.
Ryu was diving toward the ground and he stopped only when he was less than ten meters above the air. He hovered in the air around at that height.
Both Ryu and Nial were clearly visible to the Dracos who ended up staring at the odd pair for a few seconds.