Source Dragon of Life

“He's one of mine, a descendant of the first.”
— The Source Dragon of Life to the Source Dragon of Strength, "Beyond the Phantasm Cave"

The Source Dragon of Life is one of the seven Source Dragons. Hence their name, they represent the source of Life, serving as the foundation for all the Elemental Powers related to their source.

History

History[]

Background[]

The Source Dragon of Life, among the seven Source Dragons, played a crucial role in maintaining balance across the realms. Each Source Dragon represented a unique source,[8] with the Source Dragon of Life specifically embodying life. As a result, the emergence of Elemental Powers]) was influenced by the Source Dragons.[9] On a fateful day, the First Spinjitzu Master approached the Source Dragon of Life, along with their fellow dragons, and humbly implored them to willingly contribute their dragon energy. This request was made in order to create the Dragon Cores, which were instrumental in averting the Coalescence,[10] an imminent event wherein all realms would merge into a single world, a consequence brought about by the immense power of the Source Dragons.[11]

When Thunderfang, the dragon of Chaos, attacked the City of Temples after being rejected from the council of the Source Dragons, the council decided to send the mortal avatar of the Source Dragon of Focus, the Arc Dragon of Focus to stop the Chaos dragon. After having completed its task, the avatar of the Focus Source Dragon was split into two halves, which were put into a deep slumber.

Dragons Rising, Season 2[]

Beyond the Phantasm Cave[]

The Source Dragon of Life and the others appeared before Lloyd by summoning him to their void. The Source Dragon of Strength inquired about Lloyd's connection to an Element and which dragon claimed him, while the Source Dragon of Life declared Lloyd as one of their own and a descendant of the First Spinjitzu Master. The Source Dragon of Energy reflected on Lloyd's role as a conduit for his life force, while the Source Dragon of Life pondered the potential consequences of a mortal being directly exposed. But the Source Dragon of Energy stressed Lloyd's uniqueness and requested aid, despite the Source Dragons typically remaining neutral in mortal matters.

Dragons Rising, Season 3[]

Casket of Bones[]

Upon discovering Thunderfang's grand scheme to ascend to the status of a Source Dragon after his demise and subsequent arrival in the Spectral Lands, the Source Dragons convened to deliberate on whether they should take action. The Source Dragon of Strength firmly asserted that they should refrain from meddling in mortal matters, while the Source Dragon of Motion countered that Thunderfang posed a significant threat to their kind. The Source Dragon of Life interjected, pointing out that the Source Dragons' first entanglement with mortals had led to this predicament. They regretted their past support of the First Spinjitzu Master, which was influenced by the Source Dragon of Balance, who had favored mortals and cast the deciding vote and awarded him. Now, with Balance gone, the Source Dragons found themselves at an impasse. As the debate intensified between the Source Dragons of Motion and Focus, who were contemplating whether to summon the Arc Dragon of Focus to confront Thunderfang, the Source Dragon of Life and the others were suddenly made aware by the Source Dragon of Strength that Lloyd had been eavesdropping on their discussion.

Chaos Reigns[]

The ninja's decision to awaken the Arc Dragon of Focus against Thunderfang resulted in a fallout among the Source Dragons. Angered, Strength, Life, and Focus withdrew from the Council, leaving only Motion, Flow, and Energy behind. Flow condemned the ninja's actions, declaring it unthinkable that mortals would dare command Focus's personal avatar without their consent. However, Motion defended their actions that while it was improper, it had spared the council from destruction, calling Lloyd’s choice both bold and necessary.

Energy, however, grieved the price of that decision. With Focus, Life, and Strength gone, the balance of Elemental Powers unraveled, casting all Elemental Masters into impending chaos. Flow warned that their broken unity had betrayed the vow they once made to the First Spinjitzu Master—an omen that this cycle might soon end, leaving the world in a far more perilous state. The Source Dragon of Life's departure from the Council of Sources was sensed by their mortal avatar, the Arc Dragon of Life.

Other appearances and mentions

Other appearances and mentions[]

The Shape of Motion[]

The Source Dragon of Motion informed the ninja that the three Arc Dragons who were slain were all subject to the powers of both herself and the Life Source Dragon.

The Shatter Dragon[]

As Thunderfang battled the ninja, he inquired about Lloyd's role as a conduit, specifically questioning which Source Dragon's energy he was channeling. After speculating that it might be the Source Dragons of Motion or Strength, Thunderfang suggested the possibility of Lloyd being the conduit for the Source Dragon of Life, remarking on the irony if true.

Personality

Personality[]

The Source Dragon of Life is a wise, empathetic, and reflective entity among the seven Source Dragons, embodying the essence of life itself. Revered for their role in shaping and sustaining balance across the realms, they once aided the First Spinjitzu Master by contributing dragon power to forge the Dragon Cores and made a promise to him with the other Source Dragons—an act they later reflect upon with regret due to its unforeseen consequences. Though typically neutral in mortal affairs, the Dragon of Life demonstrates a deep sense of responsibility and caution, particularly when mortals like Lloyd harnessing Source Dragon energy. They value legacy, acknowledge the complexity of their past actions, and often act as a voice of reason among their peers, advocating for careful deliberation over rash decisions. However, the Source Dragon of Life also seems to have a slightly nihilistic side as they eventually regretted in getting involved in mortal affairs by making the promise to the First Spinjitzu Master, despite their previous words, rationalizing the opinion because it brought nothing but pain and suffering to the Source Dragons. Thus, they voted to remove themselves from the mortal world, despite knowing Thunderfang will kill them all. Ultimately, Life chose to leave the Council of Sources alongside Focus and Strength when the Arc Dragon of Focus was awakened against their will despite knowing that it could throw reality into chaos.

Abilities

Abilities[]

  • Transcendent Dragon Physiology - As a Source Dragon, the Source Dragon of Life is a dragon of godlike power that exist beyond concepts like Time, Space, Reality, and Dimensionality unless they take their mortal form,[12] and is comparable to Greek gods in terms of power and abilities.[12]
    • Telepathy - Similar to few other dragons, the Source Dragon possesses the ability to communicate with other beings by using telepathic powers.
    • Retrocognition - As a Source Dragon, they are capable of viewing and perceiving the past.
    • Precognition - As a Source Dragon, they are capable of viewing and perceiving the future.
    • Megethoskinesis - As a Source Dragon, they can change their size at their own will.
    • Life Embodiment - As the Source Dragon of Life, they embody the life in the Merged Realms.
    • Immortality - As a Source Dragon, they cannot be killed unless they take on their mortal form.[13]
    • Draco-Ergokinesis - As a Source Dragon, the Source Dragon of Life is capable of manipulating their dragon energy.
      • Elemental Creation/Linkage - By embodying Life, the Source Dragon of Life serves as the foundation of various Elemental Powers, with their energy being integral to the source of Life. They are connected to several Elemental Powers of which they are the source, including Golden Power (with their siblings),[1] Nature,[2] Poison,[3] Plants,[4] Size,[5] and Life,[6] as well as those that could have been developed by others through the Life source.[14] Furthermore, their withdrawal from the Council of Sources leads to a disconnection for Elemental Masters who may possess powers derived from Life or otherwise, thereby diminishing their access to their Elemental Powers.[15]
      • Sparks - Like all dragons with a high level of dragon energy, the Source Dragon of Life has the ability to share their energy to an Elemental Master. By being a Source Dragon, they can also designate any Elemental Master they prefer to act as a conduit for their dragon power.
        • Elemental Power Augmentation - By sharing their dragon energy with an Elemental Master, Life can increase their powers.
        • Power Bestowal - By sharing their dragon energy with mortals, Life can bestow some of their abilities to them.
          • Vivokinesis Bestowal - By allowing mortals to use their dragon energy, the Source Dragon of Life can grant them the power to use Life.
          • Precognition Bestowal - Conduits of the Source Dragon of Life gain their power of precognition in the form of visions of their future.
    • Dimensiokinesis/Realm Manipulation - The Source Dragon of Life is endowed with all the characteristic abilities and attributes of a typical member of their species, thereby conferring upon them a position of immense power and influence over the realms.
      • Dimensional Travel - The Source Dragon has the ability to travel dimensions to hide and transport themselves and other living beings they take with them.
Relationships

Relationships[]

Allies[]

Enemies[]

Appearances

Appearances[]

Sets[]

Ninjago: Dragons Rising[]

Season 1[]

Season 2[]

Season 3[]

Season 4[]

Trivia

Trivia[]

Gallery

Gallery[]

In Ninjago: Dragons Rising[]

Season 1[]

Season 2[]

Season 3[]

Season 4[]

Translations

Translations[]

Language Name
Chinese (Simplified) 生命源龙
Dutch Brondraak der Leven
Finnish Elämän lähdelohikäärme
French Dragon Source de la Vie
German Quelldrache des Lebens
Hungarian Az Élet Eredendő Sárkánya
Italian Drago-Sorgente della Vita
Japanese ライフのソース・ドラゴン
Polish Smoczyca Źródła Życia
Portuguese (Brazil) Dragão Matriz da Vida
Spanish (Latin America) Dragón Fuente de la Vida
Dragón Fuente de la Luz ("Chaos Reigns"; translation error)
Ukrainian Джерело Дракон Життя
Turkish Hayat Kaynak Ejderhası
References

References[]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 https://bsky.app/profile/docwyattbeyond.bsky.social/post/3lj4cb6gx2s2x
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 https://bsky.app/profile/iwritewrongs.bsky.social/post/3lxugqjivqs27
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 https://bsky.app/profile/iwritewrongs.bsky.social/post/3lxugqmrejk27
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 https://bsky.app/profile/iwritewrongs.bsky.social/post/3lxugqo4w3c27
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 https://bsky.app/profile/iwritewrongs.bsky.social/post/3lxugqpfhwk27
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 https://bsky.app/profile/iwritewrongs.bsky.social/post/3lxugqrfjqc27
  7. ↑ https://x.com/otherland71/status/1778603705195278486
  8. ↑ https://x.com/otherland71/status/1757478928653201528
  9. ↑ "The Power Within"
  10. ↑ "The Temple of the Dragon Cores"
  11. ↑ "The Merge: Part 2"
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 https://web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/docwyattbeyond.bsky.social/post/3ljayi7ntl22i
  13. ↑ https://bsky.app/profile/docwyattbeyond.bsky.social/post/3lbq7zuzf6k2q
  14. ↑ https://bsky.app/profile/docwyattbeyond.bsky.social/post/3lj6cxtubik2v
  15. ↑ "Chaos Reigns"
  16. ↑ https://bsky.app/profile/docwyattbeyond.bsky.social/post/3ltu5pslva22x
  17. ↑ https://bsky.app/profile/docwyattbeyond.bsky.social/post/3lays2kpxqk2c