The Tale of Eldar, The Golden Dragon
Once upon a time, in the far-off kingdom of Amora, a land brimming with magic and wonder, resided a unique creature – a golden dragon named Eldar. The dragon was unlike any Amora had ever seen. Eldar was orphaned and was adopted by a benevolent magical elf, Elara. She had raised Eldar with immense love and affection, inculcating in him the virtues of kindness and courage.
Eldar was not just physically striking, with shimmering golden scales that illuminated under the sun, but also had an unusual gift; he could conjure a magical golden flame, capable of healing any injury or curing any ailment.
Despite his uncommon abilities and inherent charm, Eldar was lonely for he was the only dragon in Amora. Further, the kingdom's inhabitants feared him out of ignorance and misconceptions related to dragons. Eldar often found solace with Elara and her nurturing words, but longed for acceptance from the kingdom he considered home.
One day, news spread of a vicious ogre that threatened the kingdom. The king announced a reward for anyone who could stop the ogre. Eldar saw an opportunity to win over the hearts of Amora.
Determined, he left for the far side of the kingdom, where the ogre resided, causing havoc and terror. On his journey, Eldar crossed rivers, mountains, and desolate deserts until he reached the cave of the ogre. Knowing the ogre's unparalleled strength, Eldar decided to use his wits rather than force.
The next morning, pretending to be harmless, Eldar approached where the ogre was ravaging the fields. Playing innocent, Eldar requested the ogre to teach him his destructive ways. Intrigued by the request, the ogre agreed to show Eldar his true strength the next day, at the high cliffs from where he performed his fatal leaps, shattering everything upon landing.
At dawn, Eldar suggested the ogre demonstrate his leap, promising to follow suit, unbeknownst to the ogre, Eldar had collected potent berries along the journey. These berries, when consumed, induce an uncontrollable sleep. Eldar proposed they feast on them before the demonstration. The unsuspicious ogre consumed the berries and fell into a deep slumber.
Taking advantage of the situation, Eldar tied the sleeping ogre with vines to the trees. His plan was not to kill the ogre but to make him realize the wrongfulness of his actions by experiencing the fear he inflicted upon others.
When the ogre woke up, he was terrified. Eldar flew around him, breathing small amounts of his golden fire. The sight of the hovering dragon brought the ogre to his knees, begging for forgiveness. Eldar, in kind benefaction, gave the ogre his freedom in exchange for a promise to never harm anyone again. The ogre gratefully accepted, marking the end of tyranny in Amora.
Eldar's heroic act spread across the kingdom. The once feared dragon was now welcomed as savior and protector. Eldar found his acceptance and a sense of belonging that he had yearned for all his life. The golden dragon and Elara were forever revered, marking the beginning of Amora's harmony between magical creatures and humans.
The tale of Eldar illustrates that uniqueness can be a strength rather than an oddity. It exhorts acceptance of the difference and teaches us to utilize our innate capabilities for the greater good; that true courage lies not in the might but having the heart to forgive and bring change peacefully.