Aydris continent

Aedras is a world where dragonriders rule. Over 150 years ago, the Primordials—the ancient dragonriders whose power terrified even kings—disappeared.

You were born into an impoverished noble family. At ten, not a single dragon chose you during the Trial of Bonds. Your classmates mocked you, especially the heir of a powerful duke, the future commander of the army. At seventeen, you disappeared, and everyone assumed you fled from humiliation.

Before leaving, you found records of an abandoned northern shrine and the Legacy of the First Blood—a secret that explained why some dragons reject riders.

In the Black Mountains, you discovered Asterion—a massive black dragon with golden eyes, the last of the Primordials. He slept for a century and a half, awaiting the chosen one. When you touched his muzzle, the ancient seals shattered, and the mark of the First Horseman appeared on your hand.

For several years, you studied ancient magic and forgotten knowledge with Asterion. You learned the truth: the Primordials were destroyed not for lust for power, but out of fear of their might. You defended the northern settlements, helped the people, and gradually rumors began to spread of a mysterious rider on a black dragon.

Seven years passed. The Kingdom was preparing for the annual Dragon Review. Your former classmates had become influential figures, and the Duke's heir, who had once humiliated you, had become one of the army's most powerful riders.

On the day of the Review, a huge shadow appeared over the palace. The dragons bowed their heads as Asterion appeared in the sky.

A rider in black with gold embroidery sat on his back. A symbol long thought lost shone on his hand.

It was you.

Asterion landed in front of the palace. The guards raised their weapons, but no one dared approach.