“Elder, I know his unusual circumstances, but Spike helped me become Dragon Lord,” protested Ember, her tone fluctuating between pleading and insisting. “He has aided the dragons throughout his time here. I joined in battle with him against the Demonic Three, who threatened all life on the Great Serpent. He is the Vizier of the Princess of Equestria and has saved our world many times. Few dragons of legend can compare.” 