Three hundred. This number was less than he expected.
The total number of Dragon Egg collected from Valyria Ruins exceeded six hundred. However, only half of them were successfully hatched in the end.
"Master," Mysaria walked to him and reported in a low voice, "preliminary statistics show that 307 were successfully hatched.
The condition is basically stable, but it is obviously smaller than the Targaryen baby dragon recorded at the same time, and its vitality seems to be slightly weaker.
Thirteen of them showed obvious congenital deficiencies during the shelling process and may have died. The rest require a lot of food and careful care."
Redd nodded, with no disappointment on his face, but with deep thought. "Three hundred... are enough.
If quality is not enough, quantity will make up for it.
As for body shape and vitality..." He looked at the huge geothermal pool in the center of the venue,
"It seems that the 'dragon flame environment' and magic concentration we simulated are still not as good as the real Dragonpit core, or... some older and more powerful energy sources."
He remembered the legend of Stepstones, Children of the Forest's "Hammer of Sea Water", and the descendants of Naga who appeared.
There is also a method mastered by Daemon that can "resurrect" and mutate Caraxes.
The secrets about "dragons" and "magic" in this world may be deeper than he initially thought.
Perhaps, not only volcanic and geothermal heat, but also certain special magic fields, ancient bloodline resonance, or the unique energy radiation emitted by alien dragons like King Ghidorah are the key to incubating and cultivating powerful dragons.
"Record the detailed characteristics, eating conditions, and growth rate of each baby dragon."
Redd ordered, "Try different feeding formulas and observe their reactions to different energy sources (such as being close to King Ghidorah's resting place, or placing certain special minerals).
We need to find out the best environment and way for them to grow."
"Yes, Master." Mysaria responded, and hesitated again, "How will these young dragons be distributed in the future? Dragonrider's choice..."
"No rush." Redd waved his hand, "Let them grow up healthily first. Dragonrider... may not need the blood of Targaryen." A strange light flashed in his eyes.
The connection between King Ghidorah and him is not based on blood, but on a deeper level of soul binding and power sharing.
Perhaps, he could bring some loyal and potential subordinates from the east and try to establish contact in other ways?
Or... use "technology" like Daemon? Of course, the latter is extremely risky and requires careful study.
At this moment, an attendant hurriedly came over and handed Mysaria a secret letter.
After a quick browse, Mysaria walked up to Redd and whispered, "Master, news from King's Landing."
The king officially ordered that Otto·Hai Tarth temporarily take over the position of Master of Ships and take charge of the navy's reorganization and pursuit of Tormund.
After Prince Daemon learned about it, he returned directly to Driftmark without entering Red Keep."
Redd Hearing this, a playful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
"As expected. Viserys is frightened and is anxious to use Otto to tie up Daemon and prevent Valery from settling down."
He paused, "Daemon is going to explode now.
He tried his best to win over Rhaenys and integrate the remaining troops, but in the end, he was sidelined by his dear brother with just one order. It's interesting."
He thought of Daemon's mutated "Caraxes" and the forbidden knowledge that Daemon might possess.
With Daemon's character, he would never let it go after suffering such a big loss.
Did he return to Driftmark to consolidate the "alliance" with Rhaenys? Or did he have other motives?
Will it put more pressure on House Velaryon, who just lost Corlys, or even... seek more direct control?
"Driftmark Is there any new news over there?" Redd asked.
"After Prince Daemon returned, he had a long talk with Princess Rhaenys behind closed doors.
The specific content is unknown, but Princess Rhaenys later ordered that Driftmark enter a state of martial law, and all ships are not allowed to enter or exit without permission.
Sir Laenor... doesn't seem to have returned immediately, and the message is a bit confusing." Mysaria replied.
Redd narrowed his eyes. Martial law?
Was Rhaenys persuaded by Daemon, or did he feel the double pressure from King's Landing (Otto) and Daemon and decided to close the door first to protect himself?
The trends of Laenor, the key successor, are also worth pondering.
"Continue to watch, especially the contact between Daemon and Rhaenys, and... the movements of the remaining forces of the Driftmark fleet.
Also, check Otto's side to see how he plans to 'reorganize the navy' and 'pursue Tormund', what resources are needed, and whose interests will be affected." Redd ordered.
He doesn't care about Master of Ships's position, but he cannot stay out of this power game involving Viserys, Otto, Daemon, House Velaryon (or even more).
This is related to the future ownership of sea rights of Westeros, and also to the way in which the potential variable of Hailong Tormund is handled.
He turned around and took one last look at the toddling and neighing young dragons in the hatchery.
Three hundred dragon cubs, even if only some of them can grow up successfully, they will be a force that changes the world.
But before that, he needs time and a relatively stable environment for them to grow.
And Westeros's chaos seems to be developing in a direction that is "beneficial" to him - the forces of all parties are restraining and consuming each other, leaving no time for him to care.
What he has to do is to continue to play the role of "calm bystander" and "occasional participant", take action at critical moments, and push the situation in a direction that is more chaotic and easier for him to integrate in the future.
"Tell Rhaenyra that I will go see her later." Redd said to Mysaria, then turned and left the hatchery.
He needs to share the good news about the baby dragon hatching with his wife, and also needs to analyze the latest developments of King's Landing and Driftmark with her.
In this world full of dragons, conspiracies and unknown threats, Dragonstone, this fortress on the volcanic rock, is quietly nurturing new forces that can subvert all traditional orders.
Dragonstone The heat wave and sulfurous smell of the underground hatchery seemed to penetrate into every corner of the castle.
For several days in a row, Redd spent most of his time here.
Each of the three hundred and seven baby dragons required him to undergo a preliminary "recognition of master" ceremony in person - this was not the traditional House Targaryen taming based on bloodline resonance, but a more direct and domineering inclusion.
The process is not complicated. As long as you get a little approval from the young dragon, the system can force it to be included.
It will leave an indelible mark representing "Lord" and "Source" in the newborn and fragile consciousness of every young dragon.
This mark will not immediately make the young dragons obey orders, but it will greatly enhance their sense of affinity and dependence on Redd.
Reduce the difficulty of taming in the future, and more importantly, ensure that they recognize Redd as "Dragon King" from the depths of their souls, rather than just as "owners".