"Level up? Dragons?" 

Eighteen. The age of Awakening. An important moment where every human in the desolate maga-cities unlocks their Talent, a unique ability to carve a path in this monster-plagued apocalyptic world. Alister Hazenworth, a graduating student, and a rising star at the prestigious Aegis Academy, was destined for greatness. His exceptional athleticism and magical aptitude promise a powerful Talent – a guarantee for a secure life and social status.

But fate had different plans. During Alister's Awakening ceremony, it's revealed that he's a Summoner. Instead of admiration, he faces mockery. His once bright future turns bleak as his "friends" desert him for Talents they see as more "useful."

left alone, Alister awakens a system.

[Host found, system binding...]

[System binded successfully.]

[Congrats, you have gain the status of 'player'.]

[Ding!! Congrats to the player for awakening The Dragonforge - an overlord system.]

[Ding!! it has been detected that the player possesses a latent draconic aspect, and as such will only be able to summon dragons!!]

[Will the player like to proceed with their first summoning?]

Cast aside and underestimated, Alister becomes a force to be reckoned with. He embarks on a journey, building his own dragon army – a crew of majestic wyverns, fearsome drakes, and ancient wyrms. He raids the wastelands, reclaims lost resources, and dismantles the prejudice against summoners. Every day, his power grows, his bond with his dragons deepens, and his legend spreads like wildfire.

Discord server:  https://discord.gg/zbQwWCSCrn

[A/N: This is a slow paced novel, don't expect the protagonist to suddenly start out overpowered and start dominating left and right, he will become an overlord of dragons, yes, but it will take time. (⁠ ⁠╹⁠▽⁠╹⁠ ⁠)]

Cover made by me /⁠ᐠ⁠｡⁠ꞈ⁠｡⁠ᐟ⁠\

Alister's golden irises gleamed as he responded through the telepathic link.


'Draven, follow the humans and investigate the dungeon. Gather as much information as possible, but do not engage unless absolutely necessary.'


Alister then turned his attention to the others. 


'The rest of you, remain on standby. If anything emerges from these portals, cut it down immediately.'


The link faded, and Alister exhaled. Just as he turned back toward Axel and Anzo, a sudden chime echoed through the hallway. The sharp, unmistakable sound of an alert message.


"Finally! Some action!" He cracked his knuckles, eyes brimming with excitement.


Alister glanced at the notification that appeared on the holographic interface of his communication device.


[Emergency Notice: A portal has been located. Mobilization required.]


Chapter 432 - The Red Ruin Begins