PART VII · THE SIXTEEN
DRAGON III

Old Thornback

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*Keeper of the Yew Glade*

**Territory:** The Quiet Marches **Known Territory Radius:** 9 days

Pell's Observations

Many dragons feel ancient.

Old Thornback feels old.

The distinction becomes obvious upon meeting him.

The Yew Glade is among the quietest places in the Concord.

Birdsong exists.

Wind exists.

Life exists.

Yet everything seems softened.

Gentler.

As though the forest itself is speaking in a lower voice.

Travelers frequently report losing track of time.

Not dangerously.

Peacefully.

Things Travelers Say

"The glade feels older than history."

"I forgot what I was worried about."

"The dragon listens better than most people."

Known For

Wisdom.

Patience.

Reflection.

Stories.

What Not To Do

Do not rush.

The forest dislikes rushing.

Old Thornback appears to agree.

Questions Still Unanswered

Why do some visitors remember additional details weeks later?

Why are so many old stories connected to the Glade?

MAGDA'S WARNING

Bring a notebook.

You'll think you'll remember everything.

You won't.

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