Leviathan’s spatial magic, unlike the techniques used by Lavie and other dragon kings, came with a cooldown period after each long-distance teleport. Due to his massive size, Leviathan’s teleportation range was also somewhat limited compared to others. Still, for Leon and Rosvisser, this was their fastest way to reach the northernmost lands.

That evening, after completing a long-range teleport, Leviathan paused to let his magic recharge. Standing near the edge of the dragon’s vast back, Leon looked down at the seemingly endless forest stretching out below, the horizon curving in the distance. Flying above the world on the back of …