Yowai 5000-nen No Soushoku Dragon, Iwarenaki Ja... File

The series originated as a web novel on Shōsetsuka ni Narō in 2017. It has since expanded across multiple formats:

The story centers on , a 5,000-year-old vegetarian dragon who is fundamentally cowardly and lacks any typical draconic powers, such as flight or fire-breathing. Despite his harmless nature, his immense size and ancient appearance lead local villagers to believe he is a high-ranking executive of the Demon King’s army. Yowai 5000-nen no Soushoku Dragon, Iwarenaki Ja...

The central conflict arises when a young orphan named offers herself as a sacrifice to Ravendia in exchange for him defeating the Demon King. To peacefully dismiss her, Ravendia tells a "white lie" claiming he has consumed a small portion of her soul, making her his disciple. This deception backfires when Reiko’s absolute belief in her new status awakens dormant, catastrophic magical powers within her, forcing the timid dragon into a reluctant rebellion against the Demon King. Key Themes and Subversions The series originated as a web novel on