A Creature of Moonlight

The dragons in this story feel so layered and emotional—did the author draw from existing mythology or create a new take on their nature?

The way magic influences personal growth made the story feel deeply personal. I wonder if the author envisioned it this way from the start or developed it during writing.

The setting feels almost fairy-tale like, but the themes are so real and raw. I'm curious about what led to choosing this approach to tackle self-discovery.