Drifting Dragons

Takita learns more about the business of draking. But when a strange dragon boards the ship, she takes matters into her own hands. Sort of.

Everyday life on the Quin Zaza is hectic but fun. As a violent storm sets in, Giraud tells Takita about the mythical glittering dragon.

Hijinks ensue when an intimate drawing of Vannie appears. Takita spends some time with her before Mika and a strange dragon cause an uproar.

The Quin Zaza prepares to make a long-awaited landfall in the city of Quon. But another ship's distress signal puts them in the path of air pirates.

The crew lands in Quon. Takita gets new responsibilities, and Mika takes her to visit an old tribesman. Giraud takes a chance while out with the boys.

Disaster strikes the city as a rival ship fails to subdue a dragon. The Quin Zaza crew comes to the rescue despite Mika's ulterior motives.

The crew continue their efforts to put down the rampaging dragon. Giraud takes matters into his own hands in order to protect the city.

The Malotao assist with butchering and rendering the dragon's corpse. The smallest crew members get stuck with an icky job; Katja helps with cooking.

Everyday life on the ship resumes, until the crew take on an arduous task and Takita goes overboard. Injured, she receives some unexpected help.

Takita struggles to eat her next meal. After Aschera brings her and their little companion to her people, she makes a serious decision.