The Song of the First Blade

The dragons feel so rooted in legend—I'm curious whether these ideas came from traditional mythology or were entirely invented. How did that influence the world-building?

His journey feels both personal and grand, but I kept wondering how much of that struggle reflects real human dilemmas. Did others find it relatable or more fantastical?

The narrative's focus on this legendary weapon adds so much weight—was that a decision made from the start or did it evolve during writing?