#the dragon prince

[maddieredgrave]

I’d like to add Raylum from The Dragon Prince, queer people love that show and I’ve never seen anyone hate on that ship

[tategaminu]

ATA3 #11: Two kings

This is based on an screenshot from House of the Dragon. Self indulgence is making dragon shows crossovers. Happy birthday Ezran :) I hope we can see you again big and strong.

[kauirwri]

ALAS! I have some little doodles, I just love domestic ruthari they deserve everything

I had a lot of fun tweaking their color schemes

[favficbirthdays]

Happy Birthday

Ezran (19th March)

The Dragon Prince

[stegosaurawr]

On my brain 24/7

I think I have too much time on my hands, should I make any of these sketches into a prettier finished drawing? I'm not sure which one

[celestialowlryxs]

THE DRAGON PRINCE ↳ 1.04 "Bloodthirsty" | 7.02 "True Heart"

[rainbow-sunglass-artist]

I may love this beautiful garbage can of a man with all my heart, but good god was he hard to draw (T-T) That being said, I still had a lot of fun making this! This was made with Clip Studio Paint pro

[mxxnlightbae08]

I hate the (tw) r*dd*t tdp f*nd*m of course, but why is this take so...perfect?

[firefly-suite]

[illustriously-annie]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EZRAN YOU SWEETHEART (HE'S 14 NOW!!!!)

MAY YOU CONTINUE TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE <3

[tategaminu]

These kind of comments on Twitter from people that are ok with harassing others are the absolute worst because:

-You probably have piss poor reading comprehension if you believe that was just a throw away joke. We get Callum being completely calm about picturing his kids with Rayla and not even denying he wants babies with her. It's foreshadowing and a way to confirm something we knew (Callum wants to be a dad).

-Rayla is uncomfortable in the scene because a kid just said in front of her parents that Callum wants to have lots of freaky times with her. If they were alone she would have acted differently. How would you act in this situation? I would have died on the spot. If you want to interpret Rayla is uncomfortable at the idea thats fine but don't act like everyone should think the same.

-Dear‚ pregnancy fics have existed way before S4. The concept of Rayllum starting a family is something a lot of people are interested in. S7 and this joke in particular led to more people exploring this because their relationship is more solid and as I said‚ the joke can serve as foreshadowing/character desire.

-Why are you acting like people exploring pregnancy in particular is wrong? "Wtf is wrong with this fandom?" Whats wrong with this fandom is the hate campaigns you agree with‚ not people writing pregnancy. There's nothing wrong with pregnancy and sex. If you consider pregnancy and sex to be gross and morally wrong you need to revaluate yourself.

-If you are grossed out by sex and pregnancy you can always filter tags and mute stuff you don't like in Ao3. It's your fault you are finding these kind of fics in the first place. I'm someone who gets irked easily and I have found fics that disgusted me. What to do then? Ignore the fic and continue with my day‚ filter the tags and mute the author.

-TDP is about love. Rayllum would have babies because they love each other. Can someone explain me what's wrong with that? With a series that is about love and breaking the cycle of violence‚ why are you mad at pregnancy of all things being explored in fics?

-Rayla and Callum have been through a lot of hardships‚ almost dying a lot of times. It would be beautiful to see them starting a family and having a quiet life. They are both very paternal characters. Deny it all you want but Rayla is very mama. (Ex: the way she treats Ezran and Zym‚ considering Stella a daughter instead a pet‚ overall being good with kids).

-A female character having babies won't ruin her‚ doodoo head.

-If we have seen pregnant characters in canon why does it bother you people exploring it on fic?

-You follow people who have fankids. Having a fankid is ok‚ pregnancy is not. Brother how do you think these fankids are "born"? Pottery?

-Hating pregnancy because it "sexualizes" minors. 1- most people who explore this give them babies when they are over 20. 2- they are fictional characters.

-"The ten babies scene was a joke". If it was a joke then why are you all whining so much about it?

-The world does not revolve about what you think.

The antis from Twitter seem to be between 13 and 22. I think some of these ages are enough for them not to act like absolute pricks. Idiots. Absolute idiots‚ there's no other word to describe it.

[blutopaz15]

so was no one gonna tell me about figure skater rayla?!?

[konmaao3]

TDP writers:

We might actually need 10 seasons instead of 7 👉👈

Fanfic writers after finishing a 50-chapter "one-shot":

[amya-da-dp]

Soren and Rayla’s friendship in The Dragon Prince is one of the most unexpected wholesome dynamics in the series.

They start off as enemies, their journeys transforms them into something more akin to siblings rather than just friends.

Both Soren and Rayla undergo huge changes throughout the series:

Soren starts as a loyal Crown Guard for Viren but ultimately chooses morality over family, rejecting his father’s manipulations.

Rayla begins as an assassin devoted to her mission but learns to value peace and protect those she once considered enemies.

They both have complicated relationships with their families. Soren with Viren and Claudia, and Rayla with her parents, who she believes abandoned their duty. These struggles give them common ground, allowing them to understand each other in a way others might not.

Their relationship thrives on humor and playful teasing, which is often a sibling-like friendship. Soren’s goofy, self-deprecating humor contrasts with Rayla’s sarcasm, creating a dynamic where they can joke around without taking each other too seriously. This mirrors the kind of camaraderie found in siblings who poke fun at each other but deeply care underneath it all.

Over time, Soren and Rayla develop a deep trust that extends beyond casual friendship:

-When Callum is unconscious from using dark magic, they work together to protect him.

-During dangerous situations, they often cover for each other, proving they see one another as equals and allies.

-Rayla trusts Soren enough to let him into her personal struggles, something she doesn’t do with others.

This trust resembles the kind of bond siblings develop through years of relying on each other.

Both of them have moments where they step up to defend or protect the other. Despite their constant teasing, there’s a strong sense of, “Only I get to mess with them.”

A major theme in The Dragon Prince is the idea that family isn’t just about blood it’s about the people who stand by you. Rayla and Soren both feel estranged from their biological families at various points, and in a way, they adopt each other as family, siblings.

Soren and Rayla’s bond is built on shared struggles, trust, humor, and a protective instinct that goes beyond typical friendships. While they aren’t related by blood, they act like siblings in every way that matters, proving that family is often what you make of it. Their dynamic is one of the strongest and best in The Dragon Prince, showing that sometimes, the best family is the one you choose.

[mxxnlightbae08]

Now THIS is how I believe they'd look like!!!

The first batch of my Arc 3 concept designs are finally done! It felt fitting to begin with the three who started it all: Rayla, Callum, and Ezran

Check out the more in-depth story and design choices below

Rayla

Story Choices

In the wake of S7’s Finale, Azymondias wasn’t just a 2-year-old King of the Dragons, but the only surviving Archdragon. That means he’s a very important figure across Xadia and the Human Kingdoms – and needs to be protected. Shortly after the events of S7, Rayla reclaims her title as ‘The Last Dragonguard’ and resurrects the order to act as Zym’s attendants, advisors, and protectors. She’s spent the last few years travelling between the Storm Spire, the Silvergrove, and Evrkynd, helping where she can and leading her fellow guards (who may be revealed in a later post). Rayla’s relationship with Callum has grown stronger than ever. Even though they’re holding off on marriage until Aaravos is dealt with for good, Callum gives her the Xadian equivalent of a promise ring he handcrafted (Ethari helped). With them both feeling secure with each other, they are more comfortable with being separated…but that won’t stop them from being attached at the hip whenever they’re near each other.

Design Choices

Going into these Arc 3 designs, I had a much clearer image in my head of Rayla compared to the other characters in my lineup. Using reference images of Tiadrin and Lain made creating Rayla’s Dragonguard uniform feel very bittersweet. Unfortunately, from a creative standpoint, uniforms run the chance of limiting the personality in a character’s design. I tried offsetting this by making Rayla’s undershirt and embedded gemstones in her armour more Silvergrove-y than Dragonguard-y. I also kept Rayla’s iconic belt, Arc 2 colour scheme, and added some of Ethari’s swirls where possible. Beyond the uniform, I kept going back and forth about her hairstyle. Keep the Arc 2 bun? Return to Arc 1’s style? Braided? A simple ponytail? Eventually, I settled on a half-up braid that let my sleep-deprived brain think I was getting the best of both worlds.

Callum

Story Choices

Ezran was disappointed when Callum turned down being his High Mage again, fearing that he’d lose his brother’s support in the council room. In reality, stepping down as High Mage meant that Callum could step up as Crown Prince. In the years following S7, Callum splits his time between assisting Ezran and studying magic on expeditions across Xadia. One of those expeditions leads him to Aaravos’ book in Elarion, which helps him delve deeper into the other primal sources. He’s fully mastered Sky and Ocean magic and has grown incredibly proficient at Earth magic. To Callum’s dismay, even with the help of Lujanne, Ethari, and Aaravos’ book, he still isn’t clicking with the Moon arcanum. He also hasn’t fully unlocked the Sun arcanum, but he’s getting very close and is a strong fire mage when wielding the Staff of Ziard. By Arc 3, Callum has gained the title of Archmage – and people far and wide seek him out for magical assistance, leaving him overworked and exhausted.

Design Choices

I was very excited to come up with Callum’s Arc 3 design for one reason: the parallels. His Arc 2 outfit is meant to resemble Viren, as Callum had taken his place as the High Mage of Katolis. But because he is no longer ‘High Mage,’ and instead ‘Archmage’, Callum’s Arc 3 outfit is intended to reflect Aaravos. I tried to do this with his uncovered arms, the open coat, and the vaguely celestial elements on his tunic. The geometric pattern on Callum’s coat is meant to look like a feather (symbolising his first primal source) while in the style of his Arc 2 coat. Rayla gifted Callum a matching belt buckle to hers (though with a moon opal for emergencies), which he wears alongside his uneven towers buckle from Ezran. His hair is mostly the same, except slightly longer, because I don’t see overworked-mage Callum caring about his hairstyle.

Ezran

Story Choices

S7 was a massive tipping point for Ezran: losing his brother, his true heart, and almost losing himself to the cycle of violence. While he stopped before he could go too far, Ezran was unequivocally changed by what happened. After Aaravos’ defeat, Ezran has been overseeing Evrkynd’s construction, ensuring it’s a safe home for humans and Sunfire elves who lost their home. However, it is also open to anyone, regardless of their origin. While he and Queens Janai and Amaya decided the people would rule the city of Evrkynd, Ezran continues to rule wider Katolis alongside his council. He does spend most of his time in Evrkynd for his royal duties, but Ezran is learning to take breaks – occasionally joining Callum, Rayla, and Zym on small getaways. As is tradition for anyone in the royal family, Ezran began combat training in his mid-teens with Soren as his teacher. He’s grown quite good and can hold his own in a battle (long enough for his Crownguard come to his aid, at least).

Design Choices

Ezran’s design in TDP has always been one of the simplest ones, probably symbolising his humble personality despite his status. I tried to maintain that effect in his Arc 3 outfit but with one major alteration. Going into this design, I wanted Ezran’s struggle in S7 to have had a visible impact on him by including armour in his design. His outer tunic is now gambeson, and his shoulder pads are scuffed-up leather. If he decides to wear it, the gold studs on Ezran’s shoulders are where his cloak will latch on. As should be expected from an age jump this severe, the biggest change to Ezran was his build. He’s finally overtaken his brother in height, much to the dismay of both Callum and Rayla, and is expected to be as tall as Harrow when he’s finished growing.