**Scene 23: "The Castle of Nodia"**
The Castle of Nodia is predominantly white. In front of its single gate, there are no warriors. Instead, there is a **huge, fierce, and deadly purple dragon**. Inside, there is only the ruler, **Nodbark**, and a young boy of about ten.
The ruler, Nodbark, is human in appearance, majestic and serious. Wisdom, strictness, and strength are evident in him, as well as sharp observation and caution.
Around his neck is a **scarf made from the down of fierce dragons**. His gaze makes it seem as if he is trying to read the thoughts of whoever stands before him, wanting to know what goes through their mind… Rest assured, if you stand before him, it will feel as if he hears everything you think… Of course, he cannot actually do that. I am merely describing the look in his eyes.
He is armored. His armor is white with some red, and he carries a **distinctive and beautiful sword**.
In our story, a warrior's armor is shaped through their connection with the land. They can control its color and form, and you will learn more about this later.
As for the young boy with him, his name is **Ray Raad**. He appears calm and strong, but he is likely **not armored**, as he has probably not yet learned to shape it.
He wears around his neck a **Pulse Pendant**, similar to the one Labib hides and holds at night while sleeping. It is circular in shape.