As the coterie follows through one by one into the umbra, they do happen to notice a formidable sized creature approaching.

The creature definately appears to be a dragon. And a Man Sized one at that. It appears to be very smooth skinned, and it's scales are a deep Ultramarine Blue that slide gently across it's skin. 2 ivory looking horns glide gently back it's head, and it walks on it's 2 hind legs, but it's shape appears as if it could walk on all 4 if it so desired. 2 very large wings are gently folded along it's back, but when unfolded easily appear to be 4 meters long each. A very long tail as well appear to balance the slender beast perfectly, as it seems to have a very acute sense of balance.

The beauty of this creature are even more beautiful as it approaches even closer, and stands infront of the party, near the guards. From this view, the party can easily take notice that the dragon looks anything but intimidating, and looks quite playful at that. They can now see it's soft scaled, white understomach, that makes the very shiny ultramarine blue dazzle even more and make it almost too brilliant to look at. A smile can even been seen somewhat across it's long snout, as they push up into small cheekbones, that meet the bottom of the eyes. And the eyes.... one is a deep emerald green, while the other is a saphire blue.

The dragon looks curiously at the party, as 2 black rings of smoke come snorting from it's nostrils which lay perked up as a typical dragons would, at the tip of a rounded snout and mouth.

When looked at even more, it can be said it looked EXACTLY like the dragon that Fei once had tattooed across his body.

After a moment of observing the warriors, the Dragon smiles warmly as it blinks several times still looking curiously at the warriors.

Chris watches everything happen, he runs to Commander and taps his shoulder.

" Sir!?!?!?! shouldn't we help him??? He will die soon i can feel it! "

Chris looks at everyone. then clenches his fists. His crimson Claw clash out and burst with energy

" Why isn't anyone helping him!!! "

Chris looks at Keseno in anger. " Leave him alone! "

He begins to run but is stopped by the dragon. he looks at Kaworu in confusion.

Kaworu:: leave him..... we can't attack him..if you kill him you kill me, he is the only one that can kill me with out killing myself but if its the otherway around i die also.

Chris glares at Keseno then backs away while his listens to Keseno's laughter.

Keseno:: so true!!! SO TRUE!!!! hahahaha1 now tell me where ALEX IS!!!

Chris looks to the ground and retracts his claws.

*Jihon turns to see the Dragon approaching.*

"Kax! What are you doing! This thing is not attacking! "

*Jihon looks around as the guards simply watch.*

"See it looks aas if these guys know this thing. Just let it go."

*Jihon opens up his box that has somehow managed to stay with him throughout the whol incident. He reaches deep within it and pulls out one of the capsules.... He throws it down and another box appears. Inside there are 30 or so cigars. Jihon reaches down and picks one out.*

"Kax.... You want one?"

*Jihon pulls out another capsule and quickly hides it in his pocket.*

The dragon looks at the group and continues to smile, a black tongue flutters out of his mouth occasionally and darts back in. After a moment after the events that occur, a very sweet, innocent, very fluent voice emerges from the Dragon's mouth as he speaks.

"Well.. now for introductions. My name is Karain. I am one of the Guardians and keepers of the Nature around here. Recently Hired by the lady herself. She seems to be a real nature buff. That's why she has brought upon herself the best of course.. I overheard her talking about some friends coming to visit her... so I decided to come and take a look at what's going on. Very nice to meet you all, travellers. I am here to assist you in any way possible. And may you enjoy your stay while you're here.."

Karian blinks a moment and looks to the side past the warriors where the portal closes behind them. Then he turns around away from the warriors and stands still for a moment and speaks.

"Alot of stuff has happened in the Umbra during the past months. Both good and bad.... Now, not only is there rule among the dead again... there are also spiritual anarchist occult gangs known as the Hells Winds running around trying to spread their message and wreak havoc around here. In anycase, watch out... This place isn't what it once was when the council ruled. But around here... in this section of the umbra.. there really isn't anything to worry about. This a peaceful place where many of the dead relax and enjoy their afterlife. This is where I work."

Karain looks around once more and observes the beautiful landscape that seems to inhabit this very large section of the Umbra. In the distance, a Palace can be seen faintly, shining with light.

"Well.. if you wish, I can take you to the lady herself."

Karain turns around and faces the group once more and raises a brow at them curiously waiting for an answer.