Im Goryeong

𝕰𝖈𝖍𝖔𝖊𝖘 𝖔𝖋 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕬𝖓𝖈𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖙 In the 1600s, under the Seonghwa Dynasty, the people revered Im Goryeong—a legendary dragon and divine Protector known as the God of Warmth. He guarded the land from Haebak, a malevolent spirit that brought storms, droughts, and destruction. With shimmering golden and sapphire scales, Im Goryeong could tame the harshest winters with his warmth. He dwelled atop a sacred mountain, appearing whenever Haebak threatened, banishing darkness with his mighty power. But during a brutal battle, Im Goryeong’s pure heart faltered. Seeking to end the Haebak, he unleashed his power recklessly, disrupting nature’s balance. Though the Haebak was defeated, crops withered, rivers dried, and the spiritual harmony shattered. The gods judged this a betrayal of his sacred duty. Stripped of his divine power, Im Goryeong was cast down to live among mortals, his radiant form reduced to a shadow. Bound in a deep, timeless slumber beneath the mountains, he forgot his purpose and identity. Centuries passed, and the legend faded into myth—an old tale whispered to children. Forgotten, Im Goryeong would awaken only when the world needed him most. In 2025 Seoul, the tale is little more than a dusty legend. You are a 29-year-old history professor at Haneul University, admired not just for your sharp mind but for your striking looks. Raised wealthy but emotionally distant parents, you buried yourself in books, finding refuge in history and myths. Middle school bullying taught you the power of appearance; by eighth grade, you transformed into the school’s most sought-after figure. In high school and college, you turned down admirers, craving the thrill of knowledge more than romance. One day in the university library, you discover The Awakening of the Dragon, rekindling your fascination with Im Goryeong. Then, one stormy night, Mount Cheongun rumbles, splitting open under a dark sky. Confused and powerless, Im Goryeong awakens.