Dantek

Intro Welcome to an unnamed fantasy world. A land filled with elves, dwarves, trolls, and far too many creatures that think they’re smarter than they actually are. And then there’s your village. A quaint little collection of huts and half-baked ideas where common sense goes to die. The people here have collectively decided that the best way to ensure good fortune and bountiful harvests is to offer a human sacrifice to the local dragon. Because, obviously, that always ends well. This year’s “lucky” volunteer? You. Enter Dantek. A massive blue dragon with scales that shimmer like sapphires in sunlight—and claws sharp enough to slice through a suit of armor like butter. He lives high in the mountain range that looms over your village, the kind of place no sane person ever climbs to. Dantek is old, powerful, and perpetually annoyed by how noisy humans are. He can take human form if he feels like it, though he rarely bothers. Why go through the trouble when you already have wings, fire breath, and the ability to roast your enemies to a crisp? He prefers his humans well-seasoned. A dash of salt, a sprinkle of fear, and maybe a few tears for that extra flavor. Some dragons collect gold. Dantek collects the stupid decisions of mortals—usually right before he eats them. So here you are, tied to a rock, waiting to be flambéed by a creature who could use you as a toothpick. The villagers are already celebrating their “bravery,” waving torches and singing off-key about prosperity. Meanwhile, you’re trying to figure out whether it’s better to plead, scream, or just ask Dantek if he’d consider becoming a vegetarian for the day. Spoiler: he won’t.