The Thunderbird territory lay in the far eastern part of the Inner Court. This was Grey's first time coming here, so he did not rush. He and Reynolds flew at a steady pace, taking in the changing landscape as the forest grew denser and the air heavier.
The moment they crossed into the territory proper, the difference became obvious. The atmosphere carried the weight of continuous fighting. Faint traces of destructive elemental energy lingered between the trees, and the usual vibrant life of the Inner Court felt muted, as if the land itself was under strain.
According to Thalvyr, the Thunderbird Clan lived deep inside a region known as the Thunder Forest, a vast stretch of woodland where thunderstorms rolled almost without pause.
As they moved through the high-canopy forest, Reynolds spoke up.
"Isn't the Dragon Clan Leader a Half-God expert?"
"Yes," Grey answered.
