Fairy Tail - Dragao Rei - Vol.36

The story arc introduces new characters and challenges—I'm curious what inspired the direction and themes chosen for this volume.

While I loved the character development, some parts felt a bit slower. Was this intentional to build tension or just the story's natural flow?

The bonds between characters seem central to their success. Do others see this as a core message, or is it just part of the fun fantasy setting?