Robin’s Review of The Magical Legacy of the Ryūjin

Book 1 of 2: The Ryūjin Saga

The Magical Legacy of the Ryūjin

The Magical Legacy of the Ryūjin is the captivating beginning of a saga where ancient forces awaken, unlikely bonds form, and the fate of a magical world begins to shift.

Have you ever debated the ethics of killing… with a dragon?

Rob, a stable boy from Castle Skargness, never asked for any of this. But when a twist of fate throws him together with Fuku Riu—a reckless young forest dragon with far too much attitude and far too little patience—everything changes.

After a tragic turn during the legendary dragon tournament, Rob and Fuku are forced to flee north, hunted by the merciless servants of pure magic. Their uneasy alliance is tested at every step, and trust is hard‑won in a land full of ancient threats and unseen watchers.

Meanwhile, in a very different world, Mi Lou—a pragmatic systems analyst from 2055—finds herself pulled into Skaiyles by forces she doesn’t yet understand. Her arrival marks a turning point, though none of them realize it yet.

As pure magic rises and buried legacies begin to stir, even the smallest bond may carry the weight of destiny.

Note: German readers will find both Volumes 01 and 02 combined in the original German edition.

Robin’s Review

Triggers: Violence, mild torture, political corruption, dragon sass, time jumps

What Did I Just Walk Into?

So. You’re telling me a medieval stable boy, a moody forest dragon, a future ninja systems analyst, and an AI conspiracy all got tossed into a blender—and instead of a hot mess, out came an emotionally rich, plot-twisty fantasy that somehow works? Okay, Mr. Lethaus. I see you.

We kick off with Rob—your classic “I just wanted to feed horses, not flee for my life” teen—and Fuku Riu, the dragon equivalent of a sarcastic older sibling who didn’t ask for this bond, thank you very much. Their awkward forced partnership is half epic fantasy, half sitcom energy. But don’t get too comfy, because next thing you know, bam—we’re in 2055 with Mi Lou, an actual Ninjutsu-practicing systems analyst with a dead scientist dad, an evil secret society on her tail, and some suspiciously magical family heirlooms.

And then? Boom. Crystals explode, timelines crash, and Mi Lou lands in Skaiyles, where dragons are snarky, soul elixirs are a thing, and political betrayals come with side orders of magical tournaments and generational blood feuds.

Here’s What Slapped:

🐉 Fuku Riu. Equal parts spicy chaos and loyal companion. I would 100% watch a spin-off of him side-eyeing every human decision.

🌀 Dual timelines that don’t suck. Future tech + classic fantasy = chef’s—wait, you said no cliches. Fine. It slapped.

🌿 Skaiyles. A rich, earthy, detailed world that somehow feels ancient and fresh all at once.

🧠 The philosophical dragon discussions. No seriously. Existential crises and sass? I ate it up.

🤺 The action scenes. Whether it’s soul-bond drama, mage fights, or cyber-enhanced assassins—never boring, always cinematic.

What Could’ve Been Better?

Took a few chapters to find its footing—but once it did, it ran. Also, I now require a flowchart for future installments. And possibly a map. And maybe dragon trading cards.

Perfect for Readers Who Love:

📖 Snarky dragons and grumpy teens learning teamwork

📖 Sci-fi/fantasy crossovers with actual emotional weight

📖 Dual timelines that don’t drop the ball

📖 Found family, forced bonds, and ancient legacies

📖 Fantasy that isn’t afraid to say, “Hold up, let’s talk ethics”

Vibe Check:

It’s giving Eragon meets Ready Player One with the sass of How to Train Your Dragon and the stakes of The Witcher.

Book Series:

The Magical Legacy of the Ryūjin (The Ryūjin Saga Book 1)

Book 1 of 2: The Ryūjin Saga

The Discovery of the Inner Magic (The Ryūjin Saga Book 2)

Book 2 of 2: The Ryūjin Saga

Reviewed by Robin for Robin’s Review

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