Dragons

All the characters of this novel are dragons. Dragons are symbolic in different ways in many cultures. Some readers will associate dragons with Asia, where the dragons are mystical, wise, and strong. In some cultures, they symbolize an almost immortal creature that is slightly vulnerable and can cause chaos and terror. In this novel, the dragons are portrayed with human qualities and desires.

Attitudes about Animus Power

This is a kind of power that manifests very rarely and is treated differently by the various tribes, and each of the attitudes is a symbol of that group's overall attitudes. For example, Queen Lagoon feels she has the right to manipulate Fathom's personal life as soon as she knows about his power. The SkyWings kill any dragon who shows the animus power because they are an anomaly. The IceWings have a rule that a dragon can use this...