The ground shook as millions of soldiers moved with their steed towards the direction of the Dark Valley. The citizens all lined up the streets to watch them march out of the border from the palace. It was an amazing sight to behold. But what mesmerized the people were the vermillion birds bearing the Emperor of Kres and the King of Ritz' right-hand man, and the huge blood-red harpy that carried their king's brother, Stribog that hovered above the legions of men. They all watched and cheered as they passed, and didn't leave their spots until they all disappeared in the cloud of dust at the distance.
Just as when they thought that the spectacle was over, another majestic roar was heard as a huge shadow hovered over them. When they looked up, they saw a resplendent sight of a blue dragon carrying two people. Their eyes widened as they realized who one of them was.
