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017 // Day 12 of the 21 Days of Storytelling Featuring The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel: Chapter 9

Nov 1, 2022
In this installment, listeners dive into the thrilling world of Zandador with the introduction of Opny, a 814-year-old Dawn Stalker dragon. Despite his fearsome reputation, he's hilariously terrified of mosquitoes and sulks over butterflies' beauty. The episode highlights Javen's daring quest and the importance of stealth as he confronts the vain dragon. Plus, learn about Opny's peculiar diet of lily pads and okties. This blend of humor and adventure keeps the storytelling lively!
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ANECDOTE

Meet Opni, the Vain Dragon

  • Opni is an 814-year-old wild Dawnstalker dragon who is selfish, vain, and highly territorial.
  • Despite his fearsome nature, he is terrified of mosquitoes and jealous of butterflies' colorful beauty.
ANECDOTE

Dragon Scale Powered Lighting

  • Javen has a magical home powered by dragon scale energy which lights the room through scale rings inserted into the wall.
  • This innovative lighting contrasts sharply with the mundane earth electricity he was used to.
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