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Dragonslayer


Synopsis


This special edition of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars back in time to give readers a glimpse of Pyrrhia through new eyes.

In the shadow of wings . . . humans fight for survival. Ivy doesn't trust the Dragonslayer. He may be her father and the beloved ruler of Valor, but she knows he's hiding more than the treasure from the sand dragon he killed two decades ago.Leaf doesn't trust dragons. They're the reason his favorite sister, Wren, is dead, and now he'll do whatever it takes to slay even one.Wren doesn't trust anyone. She swore off humans after her village tried to sacrifice her to the dragons. She only has one friend, a small, wonderful mountain dragon named Sky, and they don't need anyone else.In a world of dragons, the humans who scramble around underfoot are easy to overlook. But Ivy, Leaf, and Wren will each cross paths with dragons in ways that could shape the destiny of both species. Is a new future possible for all of them . . . one in which humans can look to the skies with hope instead of fear?

Tui T Sutherland

Summary

Chapter 1: The Call to Adventure

* Introduces the protagonist, Ethan, a young dragon hunter.
* Ethan receives a mysterious summons from Princess Anya to slay the dragon terrorizing her kingdom.

Example: Ethan, a skilled blacksmith and dragon hunter, is called upon by Princess Anya to save her kingdom from the clutches of a fearsome dragon known as Ignis.

Chapter 2: The Hero's Journey Begins

* Ethan embarks on his journey, accompanied by his loyal squire, Anya's brother, Prince Julian.
* They face challenges along the way, including treacherous terrain and dangerous creatures.

Example: As they venture through the enchanted forest, Ethan and Julian encounter a pack of snarling wolves. With quick reflexes, Ethan dispatches the wolves, proving his mettle as a dragon hunter.

Chapter 3: The Sword of Light

* Ethan discovers the Sword of Light, a legendary weapon said to be the only thing that can slay a dragon.
* However, the sword is hidden deep within a labyrinth guarded by fearsome creatures.

Example: Ethan and Julian navigate the treacherous labyrinth, facing down a horde of goblins and a monstrous troll. Through valor and cunning, Ethan retrieves the Sword of Light, giving him hope in his quest.

Chapter 4: The Valley of Dragons

* Ethan and Julian reach the Valley of Dragons, where they encounter an ancient matriarch dragon named Valeria.
* Valeria reveals that Ignis is not a regular dragon but an ancient and powerful creature.

Example: Valeria, the wise and ancient dragon, imparts crucial information. She warns that Ignis possesses a fiery breath capable of reducing entire kingdoms to ashes. Ethan realizes the gravity of his task.

Chapter 5: The Battle of the Dragons

* Ethan and Ignis engage in an epic battle, their swords clashing in a symphony of steel.
* With the Sword of Light in hand, Ethan gains an advantage, but Ignis fights back with relentless fury.

Example: Ethan's heart pounds with each swing of his sword. Ignis breathes fire, threatening to consume him. Yet, with the Sword of Light's power, Ethan forces Ignis into a corner, his victory seeming within reach.

Chapter 6: The Dragon's Demise

* In a desperate maneuver, Ethan plunges the Sword of Light into the heart of Ignis.
* With a deafening roar, Ignis falls, and the kingdom is saved.

Example: As the sword pierces Ignis's heart, the dragon unleashes a final, earth-shattering roar. Ethan stands victorious, the dragon's fire extinguished, and the kingdom erupts in jubilation.

Chapter 7: The Homecoming

* Ethan returns to the kingdom as a hero, greeted with gratitude and admiration.
* His journey transforms him, forging him into a legend worthy of songs and tales.

Example: Ethan, once a humble blacksmith, is now hailed as Dragonslayer. The kingdom celebrates his triumph, and Anya recognizes his bravery, promising him her lifelong gratitude.