Zubeia was an Archdragon of the Sky and the most recent Queen of the Dragons. She is the mate of Avizandum and the mother of Azymondias. Following the subsequent death of her mate and the return of her son, she continued to rule as the Queen of the Dragons until Azymondias would be ready to become the new King of the Dragons.[4] She sacrificed herself to help the resurrected Avizandum in defeating Aaravos.[5]
Appearance[]
Zubeia was a massive Storm Dragon with dark blue scales, light underside, blue eyes, and a physique that was slenderer than that of her mate Avizandum. She sported a mane of white hair on her neck and back, tufts of white fur on her elbows and spiked tail, brown claws on her feet, four bumps on her nose, as well as dark blue horns and spikes on her head and back. Zubeia also had blue lightning-shaped patterns on the membranes of her wings, along with a few holes and tears. Her face came out more with a beak-shaped end, similar to a bird, while Avizandum and Azymondias appear to have more of a traditional snout.
Personality[]
Zubeia was a compassionate dragon who possesses a profound love for both Avizandum and Azymondias. Even before Azymondias was born, she whispered his name lovingly to his egg.[6] Feeling heartbroken upon learning that her mate had been slain and her only egg having supposedly been destroyed, she decided to send elven assassins to kill Harrow and his son Ezran, so that Katolis could feel the grief she and the rest of Xadia had to endure.[7] As her anguish consumed her, Zubeia started to mourn in a state of deep slumber that was slowly weakening her.[8] When she eventually woke up to the presence of Azymondias, as well as humans and elves standing together, Zubeia smiled with joy and left her old grudge against humanity behind.[9]
Zubeia possessed an amiable sense of humor and a kindhearted nature towards those who are committed to do good. She praised Ezran for his yearning for peace despite the tragic history between their kingdoms, willing to assist in achieving a world of peace through whatever help she can provide.[4][10] Despite her mostly gentle nature, Zubeia knew when to display her headstrong and confident side, and to not easily back down. When impatient, Zubeia will readily attempt to intimidate individuals who come in her path with her physical prowess. She was willing to threaten those who refuse to acknowledge her authority, setting a stark contrast to Ezran's attempt at empathetic diplomacy.[11]
Zubeia could be a strict yet loving parent who assures that Zym is raised with utmost care. Wishing not to lose her son again, she forbade Zym to attend dangerous adventures that could cause him to be harmed.[11] Like Harrow to his sons, she wanted Zym to grow up in a better world with a brighter future.[12] Although she was quickly infuriated when Zym chose to be willful and disregard her orders, she was quick to forgive if it happens for a good reason. Zubeia was more than willing to stand her ground to protect Zym and his friends, even against an angered Rex Igneous.[13]
Upon being infected by a corrupted Banther,[14] Zubeia initially dismissed the wound as a mere scratch and claimed that she managed to survive worse. She kept the wound hidden in order for Team Zym to focus on their quest to stop Claudia from freeing Aaravos rather than worrying for her.[15] But as the infection festered and was slowly corrupting her from the inside out, Zubeia realized that she would need help if she wished to heal and live. Luckily, an Earthblood Elf mage named Mukho possesses the power and knowledge that cured her corruption. While Zubeia was initially resistant, she eventually allowed the Mushroom mage to heal her.[1]
Zubeia did not hesitate to join the fight against Aaravos, but was horrified to find Avizandum being turned into a mindless puppet. She opted to persuade her resurrected mate to break free from Aaravos's control instead of fighting him, proving that she would never harm her loved ones.[16] Zubeia's love for her family gave her the choice to sacrifice herself so that her son would live.[5]
Skills and Abilities[]
Sky Primal Connection[]
As an Archdragon of the Sky, Zubeia possessed a vast connection to the Sky and was at her strongest during a storm and at high altitudes. When Zym bit her hair and shocked her entire body with lightning, she showed no signs of pain or being fazed.[9] Like Avizandum, Zubeia could summon lightning from the clouds, channel them through her body, and fired them from her mouth. She could also direct it harmlessly through the bodies of nearby humans. Her roar could shake both the earth and the sky. Her eyes would occasionally glow when she performs her abilities.[13] Through her connection, Zubeia could also cast Sky magic spells.[10] She was powerful enough that her fellow Archdragon, Rex Igneous, ultimately opted to forget his grievance and walk away rather than fight her. The fact that this happened at Umber Tor, the Earth Nexus where Earth Primal beings like Rex Igneous are at their most powerful, is an even greater testament to her power.[13] Her wings can also withstand a blast of black lightning from the resurrected Avizandum.[5]
- "Vocare Nimbum": Zubeia used this spell to create a storm that would darken the sky enough so that Aaravos would be visible in Avizandum's enchanted looking glass.[10]
Physical Attributes[]
Due to her massive size, Zubeia made the ground shake under even a light shuffling of her feet.[9] A strong earthquake accompanied her every footfall, even during a casual walk, which was capable of unseating rocks from the ceiling of her lair.[17] Her forceful, earth-shaking landings could kick up massive dust clouds, enveloping entire areas like the clearing she landed in.[4] She was also able to carry multiple individuals on her back,[10] and could easily send Banthers flying with a single swat of her tail and her feet.[14] Zubeia was also strong enough to use her claws to lift Aaravos to the sky.[5]
Flight[]
Zubeia was able to fly at great speed without showing signs of exhaustion.[10]
Trivia[]
- Zubeia's name is a variant of "Zubaidah", which is an Arabic idiom for "beauty".[18]
- Zubeia's color scheme was picked to be as visually distinct from Avizandum as possible, while maintaining the general colors of Storm Dragons.[19]
Appearances[]
Book Three - Sun
- 308. "Dragonguard" (no lines)
- 309. "The Final Battle"
Book Four - Earth
- 402. "Fallen Stars"
- 403. "Breathtaking"
- 404. "Through the Looking Glass"
- 405. "The Great Gates"
- 409. "Escape from Umber Tor"
Book Five - Ocean
- 501. "Domina Profundis"
- 503. "Nightmares & Revelations" (no lines)
- 504. "The Great Bookery" (no lines)
- 505. "Archmage Akiyu"
- 509. "Infantis Sanguine"
Book Six - Stars
- 602. "Love, War & Mushrooms"
Book Seven - Dark
- 708. "Dying Light"
- 709. "Nova"
Side Stories
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Book Five, Chapter 9: "Infantis Sanguine"
- ↑ Time of Avizandum's reign
- ↑ Storm Dragon breeding time
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Book Four, Chapter 3: "Breathtaking"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Book Seven, Chapter 9: "Nova"
- ↑ Creator Q&A
- ↑ Book One, Chapter 1: "Echoes of Thunder"
- ↑ Book Three, Chapter 8: "Dragonguard"
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 Book Three, Chapter 9: "The Final Battle"
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 Book Four, Chapter 4: "Through the Looking Glass"
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Book Four, Chapter 5: "The Great Gates"
- ↑ All Storms End
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 Book Four, Chapter 9: "Escape from Umber Tor"
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 Book Five, Chapter 4: "The Great Bookery"
- ↑ Book Five, Chapter 5: "Archmage Akiyu"
- ↑ Book Seven, Chapter 8: "Dying Light"
- ↑ Book Four, Chapter 2: "Fallen Stars"
- ↑ Quranic Names
- ↑ The Art of The Dragon Prince