(Stormbond) Nelly & the Sea Dragon

Lore
Weeks passed as Nelly continued her attempts to tame the dragon. She had spent many a night in tears from the pain of her bruises and the frustration of failure. However, throughout the trial, the two learned about each other, and that understanding formed a unique bond between them. Eventually, the gentle giant allowed her to climb atop its scaly body and carried her to the coming-of-age ceremony. As the elders watched her arrival in awe, Nelly's heart overflowed with pride. She had not obtained an obedient mount, but a close friend.

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