You decide that it'd be interesting to meet Mirak. So, you begin to trek along his winding trail, until you come to a pit in the ground. At least, it seems like a pit but, squinting, you can see a path winding into darkness. There's also a steel ladder leading to the bottom of the pit, so you climb down.
There are visible heat waves in the tunnel, wafting in front of you as you walk. You can tell that, without the grey suit on you, you'd be toasted by now.
Soon, you emerge from the tunnel into a cavernous room. The source of the heat is now clear -- there's a churning lava pit below the stone platform you now stand on. And you are not alone. Several feet away stands a large red dragon.
"Greetings," the dragon growls, its voice low and rumbling. "I am Mirak Ripclaw, but just Mirak to most. What call have you come here to answer?"
After you figure out what he means, you reply, "I'm exploring the Fire Realm and I thought I'd like to meet you."
"Again, I extend my greetings," Mirak says, taking a few steps forward before stopping to study you. "It has been many suns since I last had company. Tell me, how bides Amaryllis?"
"Oh, I spoke with her before coming here!" you say, remembering the beautiful, silver-haired girl. "She's doing okay, I think."
"Good," Mirak replies. "So, I'm assuming you came here to learn about me and my past?" At your nod, he continues. "I am a firedrake. I come from an adoption agency that is, sadly, closed: Roaring Dragons was my home before Dracogrex. Amaryllis brought me here many years ago, when I was young. In fact, I was here before the Fire Realm even existed. She brought me to this realm right away, because she knew I would be happy. And I am, here in my lava."
Smiling, you realize just how much Amaryllis has done for each creature you see. It's obvious that they're all very greatful to her.
"I suppose you should get going," Mirak says, breaking you out of your train of thought. "It was nice speaking to you. Please enjoy your upcoming endeavors."
You thank Mirak for his time, and begin to go back through the tunnel. Turning back for one last look at Mirak, you see the drake dive head-first into a pool of lava. Rather impressed, you complete your journey back to the signpost.
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| Name: Mirak Ripclaw
Breed: Firedrake Color/Type: Red Gender: Male Age/Stage: Adult Adopted At: Roaring Dragons (closed) |
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