Sora/History

==Early life==
Growing up, Sora, known as Ana during her youth, was often neglected by her parents for her prodigal mind. An avid fan of Dr. LaRow, Ana dreamed of working for her in the Advanced Systems Lab one day.
One time, Ana once broke down a vacuum cleaner to make a robot to do her chores. When her mother found out, she was angry that Ana hid in the tunnels and ended up lost for two days.When her latest invention, the Photac, won at her school's science fair, Dr. LaRow personally brought Ana to her lab to hire her. At the lab, Dr. LaRow showed Ana the source of Imperium's power, a dragon nicknamed Sora before doing upgrades to her device to make ferocious animals, as opposed to harmless ones.Realizing that they were going to use her invention to hunt dragons and harm them in their quest to remain powerful, she refused to work for her.This action caused her to be despised, shunned, and disowned upon by everyone in Imperium, including her parents, who eventually confiscated her work bench and inventions, demanding she'd find a new interest if she won't use her talents to help Imperium.
While in her room, one day, cracks in the sky occurred before a shockwave came soon after, and Ana discovered a new city in the distance. Deciding to run away from home, she takes her headphones, a few possessions, and changes her name to Sora, after the dragon. She then met a boy named Arin, who lost his parents in, what was now called The Merge, before sticking together as the Crossroads was built, and they lived in a penthouse, making dreams of living different lives. One day, while bored, she made a graffiti out of a cat.
==Tales from the Merged Realms==
===The Way In===
==Dragons Rising, Season 1==
===The Merge: Part 1===
While scrounging around the junkyard for parts, Arin distracts some guard dogs with his story about the Merge, even calling him out for proclaiming himself as a ninja, since he doesn't have a master, before finding a spark plug, until they were spotted by Security Bots. They manage to evade them when Sora reprograms them to dance and return to their penthouse, where they make plans to participate in the Mech Master 5000. The following morning, after bribing Mr. Frohicky with a pie, Sora and Arin participate in the race and were close to winning, when a blast occurred at the finishing line, and a baby dragon appeared out of the hole it caused before moving to try and escape the Claws of Imperium. Choosing the abandon the race, Sora and Arin rescue the dragon and try to get away, but a rival racer's early sabotage knocks their racer off the bridge before the dragon make contact with Sora, passing something to her, which soon made her turn her disassembled racer into a mech. Upon returning to the bridge, Sora and Arin try to fight the hunters, only to be incapacitated by the untimely arrival of Lord Ras. On a train bound for Imperium, Sora and Arin talk about their situation, until they hear a noise and look up to see the roof hatch coming off, and their savior making his presence known: Green Ninja, Lloyd Garmadon.
===The Merge: Part 2===
Sora and Arin are rescued by Lloyd, who coerces an Imperium Claw to slice their cuffs before knocking him out and exit the car. On the roof, they end up ambushed by Rapton and some Claws before Sora tries to use her new discovered powers, only to have no effect. Realizing she'll need the dragon, Arin heads for the car he was kept in before he transferred energy to her and she uses her powers to inadvertently turn the Imperium Claws' swords into bomb, and quickly jump as they explode. Getting acquainted with Lloyd, Sora believes they need to warn the dragon's herd before seeing the baby dragon make a sculpture of his home. Heading to the Monastery of Spinjitzu, the dragon finds a scroll of its home: The Land of the Three Mountains.
With Kai having taken the Destiny's Bounty, they prepare to take the new one, but Lloyd hadn't had a chance to tune the engine before Sora, despite having no assistance from the dragon, works on it by hand, humming as she did so. After getting them to work, Lloyd, Sora, and Arin head for the mountains, during which, Sora and Arin kept the baby dragon entertained by playing with him, using Jay's old nunchucks, only to discover the Claws had followed them, and take out the Bounty. Thankfully, they are rescued by the dragon's matriarch, who drops the Bounty, to Sora's annoyance, before the dragon accuses them of harming the baby dragon, whose name is revealed to be Riyu. However, Riyu managed to talk the matriarch down before spotting the Claws going after the herd and move to protect them. After saving one, Rapton grabs her and prepares to drop her off the cliff, only to be saved by the matriarch, who was then caught. Lloyd then had the matriarch transfer some energy to him to take out the Claws. As the dragons prepare to relocate, Sora and Arin say their goodbyes to Riyu, only for him wanting to stay with them as she and Arin are soon made Lloyd's students.
===Crossroads Carnival===
Now residing in the monastery, Sora, Arin, and Riyu made the recreation room as their bedroom.
When woken up by Lloyd, Sora was the only one unhappy about being woken up for training at an early hour and wants field training, to which Arin instantly knew she wanted to go to the Crossroads Carnival, to which Lloyd wouldn't allow it before, after having trouble due to faulty gears, revealing the training course. He intended to time them with a cup of tea, but had burnt it, leading to Sora wondering why before Lloyd showed them a shrine to dedicate his uncle, Wu, and tried to show them he grew a beard, but only sees a sprouting tiny hair before they start training. While Arin did exceedingly well, Sora, due to slight sleep deprivation, was rag-dolled, hitting a wall, tossed into the pond, jabbed in her rear end by Lloyd, and bounced about on platforms.
===Beyond Madness===
===Writers of Destiny===
During the process of rebuilding the SA Mark 01, Sora reflected on her own Elemental Powers and considered the possibility that they could belong to Riyu instead. However, Lloyd offered reassurance by confirming that Sora indeed possessed her powers. Amid their conversation, Arin chimed in and mentioned how he was somewhat of a fan of the ninja. Sora interrupted by sharing an anecdote about Arin's obsession with the ninja, recounting the time he attempted to emulate Zane's hairstyle. Sora's attention was abruptly drawn to the Cloud Kingdom as it appeared to be drifting towards them. As they drew nearer, Sora witnessed a MergeQuake taking place, resulting in the fusion of the Cloud Kingdom with a realm teeming with tentacled beasts. Amidst the ensuing pandemonium, two Ice Dragons arrived and launched a fierce assault on the monstrous beings. Sora was surprised at the sight of dragons within the kingdom, prompting Euphrasia to enlighten her about the Ice Dragons seeking refuge in the Cloud Kingdom for their safety. Under Lloyd's instructions, Sora took control of the Sa Mark 01 to ensure the safety of the people. She activated the mech and prepared to face the monster without relying on any Elemental Powers. As she blocked a tentacle with her mech, she realized that the creature was even slimier than it appeared, making it feel like she was fighting a tongue. However, her attempt to defend herself was futile as the monster threw her away, leaving her vulnerable. Sora noticed a group of monks writing but they didn't respond to her urging to get to safety. Before she could continue, the monster grabbed her again. Nya and Kai come to the rescue, using their Spinjitzu to push the monster back to the MergeQuake. Despite Arin's hopes that their plan would work, Sora said that they wouldn't be able to witness the outcome if it failed. The monster was sent back to its realm, but it dropped Sora and Arin, leaving them powerless and vulnerable. As they plummet toward the ground, they suddenly start hovering, lifted by the Elemental Power of Wind.
As the ninja approached the Cloud Monks, they were met by Suetonius, the Master Writer of the Cloud Kingdom. Suetonius anticipated gratitude from the ninja for their heroic act of saving them. However, Sora informed him that it was the ninja who had rescued them while the Cloud Monks were preoccupied with their writing duties. Suetonius, in defense of the Cloud Monks, explained that they were the Writers of Destiny, and whatever they inscribed in their scrolls had the power to manifest in reality. Sora found that assertion difficult to accept and questioned the authenticity of such a claim. Lloyd interjected and pointed out that the writers only took responsibility for shaping fate when it suited their interests. To find a solution to their current predicament, Nya proposed consulting the Cloud Kingdom archives to seek information on how to stop MergeQuakes. Suetonius encouraged the ninja to explore the vast collection of writings held by the Cloud Monks and assigned Marcus to guide them to the library. Lloyd decided to conduct further investigations with Kai and Nya and requested Sora and Arin to remain behind and monitor the situation.
Sora was frustrated as she surveyed the wreckage of her mech. She felt overwhelmed and incapable of fixing it. Reflecting on the situation, she couldn't help but think that Arin should have been allowed to accompany the others on their mission. Arin asked her what she meant. Sora explained that he had taught himself Spinjitzu, and in her eyes, he had the potential to become a ninja more than anyone else, including herself. She acknowledged that she possessed an Elemental Power, but she often struggled to control it. Sora admitted that she believed it would be better for everyone if she refrained from using her powers altogether, as she couldn't seem to control them effectively. Arin extended a heartwarming gesture towards Sora by offering her a hug, which she gratefully accepted as a sign of his support and friendship. However, their conversation was abruptly halted when Arin's attention was drawn to Euphrasia, the girl who had previously saved them by using Wind.
Upon Euphrasia's exit from a building, Sora and Arin immediately confront her. Sora took the initiative to expose Euphrasia as a Wind Elemental by commenting on the powerful winds. However, Euphrasia denied the claim, stating that she could not possess such powers as she hailed from the Cloud Kingdom. Sora, persisting in her belief, informed Euphrasia that she was indeed an Elemental Master. Euphrasia countered by explaining that the Cloud Monks, like herself, solely utilize words to shape destiny, while Elemental Masters rely on actions to impact the world. Sora empathized with her concerns, acknowledging the intimidating nature of her newfound abilities, and suggestsedthat the ninja can provide her with the necessary training. Euphrasia, however, revealed her apprehension about possessing powers, as it would result in her exile from the Cloud Kingdom, therefore losing the entire way of life she held dear. Later on, the ground trembled once again, signaling the reappearance of the monster from the MergeQuake. Sora recalled Lloyd's earlier advice, emphasizing the need to contact him in case anything goes wrong. Arin, attempting to reach out to the ninja, found that they were unresponsive. So he decided to search for them himself, leaving Sora behind.
Sora tried to repair her mech but failed. Despite Riyu's suggestion, she worried that her actions would only make things worse. Suddenly, the monster attacked the Bounty, but Euphrasia stepped in to push it away with her powers. Euphrasia used her powers to push the monster back. However, a second monster emerged from the MergeQuake and grabbed Euphrasia with a tentacle. Sora received some of Riyu's dragon energy, which allowed her to reconfigure her mech and save Euphrasia from the monster's grasp. With the two of them working together, Sora and Euphrasia attack the monsters and vow to shut down the MergeQuake before more creatures can come through. Just as they were fighting, Arin and the ninja arrived. Arin landed on Sora's mech and asked if she received the dragon energy from Riyu. Sora confirmed that she did, and Arin explained that he had been busy freeing the ninja from the Scroll-Worms. Sora was skeptical of his explanation, but they all continued to fight the monsters together. The ninja worked together to push the monsters back into the MergeQuake and close it, averting the fusion of the Cloud Kingdom with the monsters' realm. Arin questioned Sora about the idea of refraining from using her powers for the betterment of the world. Sora, on the other hand, was still uncertain about her role as a ninja but mentioned being motivated by Euphrasia's example to actively assist others. Nya remained in the Cloud Kingdom while Sora and the other ninja traveled back to Ninjago using the Destiny's Bounty.
===Return to Imperium===
Confronting the Claws of Imperium in the Crossroads junkyard, Sora discovered her old invention, the Photac, had resurfaced. After returning to the monastery, Sora plans to return and disable it, only for Arin to insist on joining her, followed by Lloyd. After their hectic entrance through the sewage system, Sora led Lloyd and Arin to the Security Station, where she hacked the computer to put up fake IDs, Sora going with her name, as well as "Surname," and change into some spare clothes and added markings to their faces. However, their cover was instantly blown when a guard spotted they weren't wearing shoulder pads and were sent to the Public Shaming Platform, where Sora was embarrassed as her parents will know she's back. Before they could be screened, Riyu creates a diversion for Sora to sneak into Dr. LaRow's lab and destroy the Photac, only to be confronted by Dr. LaRow herself, who addresses her by her real name.
===Mindless Beasts===
When confronted by Dr. LaRow, Sora was reminded of her return to Imperium due to the reappearance of the Photac. However, she firmly insisted on being addressed by her new name, highlighting the uncanny resemblance between herself and the dragon. Sora was informed that Beatrix's desire to utilize the Photac had grown stronger after the Merge, as it would aid Imperium in hunting down more dragons. Sora expressed surprise that Dr. LaRow had figured it out, considering her lack of expertise in exotic photovoltaic positrons. Dr. LaRow teased Sora about her spirited attitude, prompting her to explain how she had to grow up on the Crossroads after being betrayed by her former idol. Sora questioned why Dr. LaRow hadn't come for her, to which she responded that she knew Sora would return on her own and that Imperium needed her assistance in initializing the copied Photacs. She requested Sora to activate them, but Sora adamantly refused to let her invention be used to harm dragons. Expecting such a response, Dr. LaRow revealed dragon Sora and Dorama, who had reactivated the original Photac. Dorama threatened to harm the dragon if Sora didn't comply. Dr. LaRow questioned Sora's loyalty, to which she reluctantly agreed to help. Sora activated a Photac, causing a bright light that allowed the two Soras to escape.
In their pursuit of an escape route, the two Soras continued their search. However, Sora, who had been absent from Imperium for a long time, struggled to recall the layout of the building. Determined to find the cafeteria, they unintentionally stumbled upon the storage facility, where they encountered Rapton and four Claws Hunters. Asserting her authority, Sora declared herself as the Elemental Master of Technology and threatened to unleash her powers upon them. Rapton, however, challenged her to prove her abilities by using her powers against a Weapon Drone, promising her and dragon Sora's freedom in return. Sora, lacking the assistance of Riyu's dragon power, attempted to tap into her element. Recalling Lloyd's advice about her True Potential, she managed to briefly harness her powers, but struggled to maintain full control. With no other choice, Sora fought the Claws, but was defeated. Upon Sora's return to the Advanced Systems Lab, Ras blackmailed her, claiming that dragon Sora's energy would be depleted unless she activated the copied Photacs. While working on a Photac, Dr. LaRow taunted Sora, pleased that she was helping Imperium. Dr. LaRow believed that Sora now understood that she couldn't stop them and that Imperium would soon be able to capture all the dragons, including the Source Dragons. Sora was confused by the mention of Source Dragons, but she completed the Photacs. Overwhelmed with regret, Sora questioned what she had done.
===I Will Be the Danger===
After the Photacs were activated, the Claws of Imperium used them to halt the dragon breakout, which greatly frustrated Sora. Taking advantage of Dr. LaRow's distraction, Sora swiftly incapacitated LaRow with a Photac before facing Dorama. Sora managed to manipulate Dorama into striking the control panel, resulting in his own electrocution. Consequently, dragon Sora was liberated from her confinement. With a heartfelt embrace, the two Soras successfully escaped from the Advanced Systems Lab and rejoined Lloyd and Arin. However, Arin felt ashamed of Sora's involvement in activating the replicated Photacs. Sora proceeded to explain her actions and reassured them that she can permanently deactivate the Photacs using Technology. Furthermore, Sora disclosed her need for dragon power from Riyu, only to be surprised by Arin's revelation that Riyu was nowhere to be found. Determined, Sora and Arin left to find Riyu.
===The Calm Inside===
Sora and Arin went back to the Security Station in order to find where Riyu is. Lloyd informed Sora that if they can't find Riyu, she would have to shut down the Photacs without his dragon energy. Sora mention that she never been able to use Technology on her own. Lloyd reminded Sora of her True Potential, but Sora questioned if it's as true as Lloyd thought. Suddenly, Sora later found out that Riyu was taken to the Imperium Palace and they started heading towards there. While heading towards the palace, Sora and Arin discussed their plan to sneak past the Imperium Guards. Sora was confident that their ninja stealth training would help them get past the guards easily, as most of them were busy dealing with the dragon breakout. However, Arin reminded Sora that they haven't received any formal stealth training from Lloyd. Sora argued that their previous experience sneaking out to the Crossroads Carnival counted as informal training. As they attempt to sneak past the guards, Arin tripped and get caught by the guards, prompting Sora to comment that he clearly didn't learn anything from their previous training. They were able to trick some guards by lying that Arin tripped because he was uspet by people who appalled the Imperium Guards' shoulder pads. As it worked, Sora, reflecting on the peculiar nature of her homeworld, asked about the cause of Arin's stumble. However, Arin dismissed the topic, not wanting to delve into his own clumsiness. They were able to get into the palace but couldn't reach Riyu due to the Empress and Ras being in the palace. Giving the information to their master Lloyd, Lloyd stated that he'll create a diversion to cause the Empress and Ras to leave the palace. The Monastery of Imperium shakes the city as Sora and Arin attempted to use the shaking as a distraction to reach Riyu. Only for Jordana, Dr. LaRow assistant, to catch them and pushed them away. Jordana expressed her relief as the long-awaited day had finally arrived, bringing with it the opportunity to put an end to her and Sora's rivalry. However, Sora was perplexed by Jordana's mention of a rivalry, questioning if they had met before. Jordana later took both their communicators and destroyed them and made them unable to contact Lloyd.
===The Battle of the Second Monastery===
While restrained, Sora reluctantly confessed to Arin that her birth name was Ana, which surprised and embarrassed Arin. Dr. LaRow then revealed her knowledge of Sora using Riyu's dragon power, implying that Sora was taking advantage of Riyu. Sora vehemently denied these accusations, stating that Riyu willingly shared his power with her. Dr. LaRow tried to manipulate Sora further by drawing parallels between their uses of dragon power, suggesting that Sora had absorbed more knowledge than she realized. Dr. LaRow activated her communicator, showing the intense battle between dragons and Photacs outside, leaving Sora and Arin in shock. Just as Dr. LaRow threatened to make them witness the fate of their friends, a sudden disturbance interrupted the scene, causing confusion and speculation among the group. Sora believed it was a MergeQuake, and as the ground shook, the emergence of the Monastery of Imperium brought a glimmer of hope, symbolized by the determination of the ninja. Sensing a shift in the situation, Sora embraced this newfound hope, inspiring Arin to take action against the scientists.
Jordana issued a warning to Sora, claiming that she would never be able to escape from her. Sora questioned Jordana's identity. This led Jordana to reveal that she used to be one of Sora's classmates, driven to surpass Sora's accomplishments since the science fair. Struggling to recall Jordana's identity, Sora questioned if her hair had been a different color back then, only to be met with a firm denial from Jordana. Sora and Arin sought refuge from Jordana's attacks. Arin's mind drifted back to the training sessions with Lloyd, where they honed their skills in the obstacle course, while Sora remembered the long hours spent practicing tirelessly. As they dodged Jordana's strikes, they managed to use her own weapon to break free from their handcuffs. Despite Jordana's menacing threats, Sora couldn't help but wonder about her identity. Just when they were on the brink of reaching Riyu, Ras suddenly appeared, presenting them with a choice to surrender or face certain doom. Defiantly, they chose to fight back, with Sora hurling the Imperium Sword at Ras, initiating a fierce battle. Arin managed to trip Ras from behind while Sora distracted him. Ras retaliated by knocking Arin unconscious with his hammer and delivering a powerful punch to Sora. However, this action inadvertently led to Riyu breaking free from his cage, unleashing his dragon power and activating Sora's Elemental Powers. Seizing the opportunity, Sora used her powers to trap Ras inside Riyu's cage, rendering him immobile. With Arin regaining consciousness and bewildered by the sudden turn of events, Sora reminded him of their primary mission and they swiftly made their way outside, deactivating the Photacs and heading towards the monastery's portal gate without hesitation.
After a few days, Sora was honing her Elemental Powers on the SA Mark 01, with Riyu observing. Suddenly, Lloyd arrived, catching Sora's attention immediately. Lloyd was surprised as he noticed Sora practicing alone. Sora hesitated for a moment before explaining that she was uncertain whether Technology belonged to her or Riyu, but she felt a sense of duty to use them. She was eager to explore the possibilities that lay ahead. Lloyd inquired about the whereabouts of the rest of the group, to which Sora speculated that they might be at the newly established dragon stables. The mention of the dragon stables piqued Lloyd's interest, prompting Sora to reveal that Wyldfyre and some of the liberated dragons had chosen to remain there.
===The Temple of the Dragon Cores===
Sometime after freeing the dragons, Sora rode on her dragon namesake as she accompanied the other ninja to close a MergeQuake, where she rescues Gus when he falls from a car that almost went over due to the events. After returning to the monastery, Sora tells Arin that his wonder about the dragon stables is not some part of a cosmic plan. The following morning, she and Arin watch Lloyd attempt to lecture them on keeping the monastery maintained. Later on, Sora crashes into the monastery wall Lloyd had just fixed while in her mech. A little later, she and the other ninja try to stop Kai and Wyldfyre from fighting with Sora and Nya holding back Wyldfyre until Zane stopped the two.
Learning the MergeQuakes were getting more frequent and Nya's studies led to the discovery of a temple, Sora, riding her dragon namesake again, accompanied the others to the Temple of the Dragon Cores, where they come across a door. After Kai's impatient instincts and Zane's studying, Sora, along with Arin and Wyldfyre, pull the door's levers simultaneously before entering. Upon reaching the main part, Kai and Wyldfyre use their powers to open the doors on each side of a large statue, which disturbed two spirits, who came out to attack them and their attempts to fight back proved futile. When Lloyd rearranged an altar in front of the statue, the spirits eventually merge into one and began to explain that three Dragon Cores can prevent the MergeQuakes, and was surprised to hear her master was the grandson of the First Spinjitzu Master, something Lloyd didn't tell her.
Armed with the knowledge, they return to the monastery, where later that night, Sora and Arin manage to convince Lloyd to bring Alfonzo as Assistant Keeper of the Monastery.
===Gangs of the Sea===
In the hangar bay, the ninja gathered to discuss their plan for finding the Dragon Cores. Lloyd proposed splitting into three teams, but Nya interrupted, stating that she and Sora would form a team. Sora eagerly agreed and suggested that Riyu join them as well. With their teams decided, Nya, Sora, and Riyu prepared to begin their mission to retrieve the yellow Dragon Core. However, when Nya called out to Sora, the dragon appeared instead, causing confusion. Nya clarified that she meant human Sora, but both of them were still perplexed. Growing frustrated, Nya emphasized that both Soras were would go in the journey. And so, Nya, Riyu, and the two Soras set off towards the Pinnacle of Crystals.
===Wyldly Inappropriate===
Sora and Nya commence an expedition towards the Pinnacle of Crystals to claim the yellow Dragon Core. However, upon reaching their destination, they discovered that the Dragon Core was missing. Sora, recognizing the gravity of the situation, expressed concern over the implications of the unexpected turn of events.
===The Last Djinn===
As Sora, Nya, and Riyu continue their journey through an ancient tomb, Sora can't help but voice her growing concern over the shrinking size of the tunnels. Suddenly, they spot a skeleton impaled on a spike wall. With a touch of sarcasm, Sora remarked that their unwelcome reception was evident, referring to the booby trap spears that attacked them upon entering the tomb. Nya reminded Sora about the missing yellow Dragon Core. To aid them in their quest, Nya revealed that she has brought Seeker Stones borrowed from the Writers of Destiny. However, Sora can't help but be pessimistic about their chances. She predicted that even before they have a chance to ise the Seeker Stones, they will fall into a pool of acid. Nya was puzzled by Sora's comment, prompting her to recount the series of unfortunate events she has encountered thus far. From the Photac being used to hunt dragons, dragging the ninja into battle with Imperium since the Mech Master 5000, and now the missing Dragon Core. Nya accidentally stepped on a tile, causing them to fall into a pit of acid, but she used her water powers to save herself, Sora, and Riyu. Sora remembered predicting the acid, but Nya corrected her, pointing out that the stones didn't fall into the acid. Nya emphasized the importance of never giving up or losing hope to the ninja. Sora admitted it's hard to remain hopeful when things go wrong, to which Nya responded that without hope, nothing can go right. Sora asked if it's a saying from Wu, but Nya clarified that it's her own, inspired by Wu's teachings beyond fighting.
Upon entering the burial vault, they admired its intricate design. Sora praised the interior design, while Nya credited the djinns' flair for showmanship. Sora initially mistook the djinn for a person, but Nya clarified that they were a magical race with wish magic, wiped out when Djinjago was destroyed. As they approached the altar, Nya attempted to arrange the Seeker Stones correctly, only to trigger a shockwave instead of revealing the core's location. Sora blamed her own bad luck for the setback, prompting them to consider other options and exit the tomb. They met up with dragon Sora and Jiro outside, where Sora delivers disappointing news to the dragons, setting a somber tone for the group. Dragon Sora let out a fierce roar, and Nya asks what was troubling her. Sora expresses her concern about the impending end of the world. However, Nya clarifies that she is referring to dragon Sora, calling her Sora One. This surprised Sora, who wondered why she wasn't called Sora One. Soon, Sora noticed the symbols on her and Nya's hands, and two Howlers appear, attacking the group. Sora engaged in close combat with one of the Howlers, but her efforts are interrupted when another Howler grabs her and throws her onto Nya. Dragon Sora carried Sora and Riyu, while Jiro carried Nya, taking them into a cave, where they encounter a djinn named Arrakore, who warns them about his magic. Sora then discovered that dragon Sora's real name was Zanth and that she is good friends with Arrakore. Arrakore explained that he and Zanth survived the destruction of Djinjago by being in different realms. Sora asked if Arrakore had been alone during that time, and Arrakore pointed out the lack of visitors and the old laundry in the cave as evidence. Sora suggested hanging up pictures to make the cave feel more like home, but Arrakore dismissed the idea, questioning the need to impress the rocks. Zanth then warned Arrakore about the Howlers, which piqued Sora's curiosity. Arrakore revealed that they were cursed by the Seeker Stones since they used them wrong, which explains why the Howlers were after them. Sora acknowledged Arrakore's expertise in wish magic, the only thing that could stop the Howlers. However, Arrakore disclosed that his wish magic was gone with Djinjago destroyed. Sora voiced her frustration, reminding Nya that she had previously cautioned her about being a harbinger of misfortune.
Sora, Nya, and the dragons geared up for battle against the Howlers, with Sora questioning Arrakore's lack of support. Despite Arrakore's discouragement, Sora remained determined, pointing out that ninja never quit. When a Howler threatened Riyu, Sora intervened but was overpowered. She was disappointed in Arrakore's reluctance to assist, prompting her to reflect on her own attitude. Nya reminded Arrakore that no one is truly powerless, leading him to notice the sand around his necklace growing. Sora explained that hope was the key to unlocking his powers, likening it to a wish. The group's hope to defeat the Howlers was to restore Djinjago, with Arrakore realizing the importance of hope. Sora requested his help, and Arrakore revealed that his magic could only be activated through wishes. Nya and Sora made wishes for Arrakore to aid them in defeating the Howlers, unleashing his powers and ultimately dispelling the threat.
===They Call It Doom===
Sora, Nya, and Riyu made final preparations before leaving. Sora was gratitful towards Arrakore for not only his exceptional cooking skills but also his talent in singing. Arrakore elaborated on the importance of celebrating their victory over the Howlers through feasting and singing heroic songs, which not only boosted morale but also allowed him to slowly replenish his strength to perform wish magic once again. Nya wished to find the yellow Dragon Core, prompting Arrakore to summon a arrowhead that would serve as a compass to lead them to the core's destination, causing the stone to grow in size. Despite the strain on his powers, Arrakore entrusted the arrowhead to Nya before the group set off on Zanth and Jiro, following the arrowhead's direction.
Upon their arrival in the Land of Lost Things, the enchanted compass malfunctions. While exploring the peculiar environment, they stumble upon a plethora of miscellaneous objects, highlighting the oddity of the place. Unexpectedly, various items start sprouting from a trash geyser, propelling Riyu into the air. In an attempt to catch Riyu, Sora inadvertently ends up with Riyu landing on top of her. Sora identified most of the items as originating from the Kingdom of Imperium. Just then, they notice Fritz and Spitz fleeing in the distance. Driven by curiosity, Sora, Nya, and Riyu embark on a pursuit to uncover the truth. However, their pursuit was interrupted by the arrival of an elemental Golem, who attacked them under the assumption that they were harming the children. Nevertheless, Nya's use of Spinjitzu caused the golem to stand down, leading them to discover that the golem was actually Cole.
===Land of Lost Things===
Sora was surprised to hear Nya talking about the Earth Ninja. She told Cole that she knew about him because Arin was a big fan of the ninja and mentioned how he tried to copy Zane's hairstyle once. Sora was curious about the Finders and was surprised when two of them, Fritz and Spitz, suddenly appeared behind her. She expressed her amazement at the existence of the Land of Lost Things, as she had always thought it was just a legend. Nya then brought up the yellow Dragon Core, which was also found in the Land of Lost Things. But their conversation was cut short by the arrival of the Hoarder, who attacked them. Sora asked Cole how all the lost items ended up in the valley, but he didn't know much about it. However, he pointed out a giant noodle cup in the distance. Following Fritz and Spitz, Nya, Sora, and Cole entered the cup, where they met Geo. Geo decided to distract the monster, while Cole created an escape tunnel for everyone to use. They watched as Geo used his own powers to fuse the cup with the Hoarder's hand. Eventually, Geo rejoined the group, leaving Sora in awe of his Elemental Powers.
The ninja and the Finders head towards the Rookery. Along the way, they admired Geo's sculptures. Sora shared how she used to create new technology from old junk, still believing that her Elemental Powers come from Riyu. They then talked about the new Elemental Powers created after the Merge, but the Hoarder's roar interrupted them. Geo reassured them they were safe in the Rookery. As they entered the Rookery, Cole told Sora and Nya about the Finders, who ended up in the Land of Lost Things after running away from home. Sora shared her own story of running away after the Merge. She believed that she would have been stranded in the Land of Lost Things if she hadn't met Arin. Sora noticed the machine that was keeping the Hoarder at bay. She identified it as Stone Age Imperium technology and was curious about its power source. Cole opened a door in the machine, revealing the yellow Dragon Core. Because the Finders couldn't leave the Land of Lost Things due to a mysterious fog, Sora proposed reconfiguring the machine with a different power source so they can take the yellow Dragon Core. Sora gave Nya and Cole a list of necessary parts for the plan while Geo would be the new power source if the plan was successful.
Sora began working on a machine while Geo watched, confused. She explained that the machine ran on dragon power and was fueled by a Dragon Core. Geo asked about Dragon Cores and how they related to his own abilities. Sora described how Dragon Cores restored balance in the world using dragon power and how they were connected to elemental powers, like Elemental Sparks. Sora suggested that Geo's power could be used to charge a new battery to function like a Dragon Core, but building it would be difficult. Geo was impressed with Sora's knowledge and asked if she had learned it in Imperium. Sora admitted that while Imperium was technologically advanced, it was not respectful towards its citizens and dragons. She shared that her family was unsupportive and unloving, which led her to leave. Geo related to Sora's experience, revealing that he left home due to the animosity between Munce and Geckles. He mentioned that he did not remember his parents, and Sora empathized with him. She expressed her wish to forget her parents and admitted that even if she were to save the world with the ninja, she believed her parents would still be disappointed in her. Geo commented that living in Imperium had taken a toll on Sora. She agreed, saying her belief that she may never be able to fully recover from the experience.
Sora finished working on the machine while Geo asked if it would hurt, but Sora was unsure because she didn't have much experience with it. Sora asked Riyu for help fixing the machine. Suddenly, Bonzle interrupted them with a warning about Dr. LaRow. Sora confronted Dr. LaRow, who wasn't surprised to see her in the Land of Lost Things. Dr. LaRow explained that the valley was used to dump failed experiments, which she believed Sora was one of. Sora disagreed and believed that broken things could be fixed and made stronger. Then, Dr. LaRow ordered her drones to attack, and they pinned Sora down. Dr. LaRow asked for Sora's opinion on the upgrades made to the drones, and Sora acknowledged their effectiveness and questioned where Dr. LaRow got the idea. Dr. LaRow denied stealing anyone else's work and claimed everything in the Advanced Systems Lab was legally hers. She criticized Sora's experiments and sent an Imperium Drone to retrieve the Dragon Core.
As Sora observed the Hoarder connecting a few Imperium Drones to its body, the sight made her realize that the Hoarder was Sweeper, known for its obsession with Imperium technology. Sora was instructed to get everyone out of the Rookery, but she had a different idea. She called out to the Hoarder, offering her interest in Imperium tech. With Riyu's help, Sora used her powers to disassemble the Hoarder's head, revealing Sweeper. As Sweeper was contained, Sora explained that Sweeper was a magnetic organism designed to clean Imperium Sewers, and she had realized that it was just searching for Imperium tech in the Land of Lost Things after being sent there. Geo thanked Sora, who then credited Riyu for powering her up.
===Absolute Power===
Sora, Nya, and Cole were discussing their plan to retrieve the yellow Dragon Core from Imperium, which was impossible to fly there by dragons due to the electic barrier. Sora suggested building a suit of armor for Jiro that would increase his natural energy and allow him to blast through the barrier. Nya was skeptical about the effectiveness of Sora's plan and asks if there was a better idea. Sora, however, was confident that the armor could work and was willing to give it a try. With Riyu's help, Sora used her Elemental Powers to construct the armor using scrap from the valley. After some time, Sora finished the armor and attached it to Jiro's back. She eagerly asked Jiro for his opinion, and he responded with a nuzzle, indicating his approval. Sora and Riyu quickly make their way toward Zanth, preparing to head to Imperium with Nya and Jiro.
===We Are All Dragons===
When Sora and Nya returned to Imperium, Sora mentioned the Imperians' belief in the utopian nature of their city, including her own parents. Nya suggested talking to her parents to convince them otherwise, but Sora dismissed the idea, knowing their unwavering faith in Imperium. As they talked, they saw a battle going and realized that the other ninja were confronted by Beatrix and the Claws as well. Sora had doubts about whether Jiro's armor could destroy the energy barrier. However, her concerns were quickly dismissed when she witnessed Jiro successfully destroy the barrier with his blasters and Lightning. During the battle, Sora approached Lloyd and asked about Imperium's theft of the remaining two Dragon Cores. Lloyd explained that they only managed to take the purple one. While the dragons were fighting Beatrix, Sora and the others used a dumpster chute to reach the Resistance's base.
When they arrived at the base, Sora was puzzled as she recalled Percival handing over Riyu to Beatrix before. Percival clarified that they had witnessed the ninja freeing the dragons, which contradicted Beatrix's denial of the event. This led them to investigate further and uncover a web of lies, including the death of Levo, to which Sora admitted to being unaware of at all. Percival proceeded to disclose that there were other Imperians who stood against Beatrix, and as a result, they suffered covert repercussions similar to what Levo and Zeatrix experienced, which were employed as a means to expel them from the kingdom. Furthermore, they possessed concrete evidence of Beatrix confessing to her deceitful actions. Sora questioned how the truth would be disseminated, considering Beatrix's control over information in Imperium. Percival revealed that they had an insider who can grant them access to the broadcast tower so they could hack through the encryption and stream their message to every screen in Imperium. Percival thought that Sora's arrival at that moment was destined because she had inspired them to take action. One of the teenagers then added that Sora's act of defying LaRow and Beatrix by leaving and resisting their control was unprecedented. Even though none of them had the skills to hack the broadcast encryption, they believed Sora could do it. After hearing their request, Sora agreed to join their cause, along with Arin and Riyu.
Percival led Sora, Arin, and Riyu to the broadcast tower with an insider's help. Sora was amazed that they had access to such a high-level clearance area. When they reached the top, they were surprised to see that Rapton was the insider. Sora was skeptical of Rapton's loyalty and suspected him of being a spy for Beatrix. However, Rapton assured them that he despised Beatrix and had information about her plan to activate her weapon. He asked if they trusted him, and although hesitant, Sora agreed to a temporary truce with Rapton. After Beatrix's deceitful actions were revealed, Sora acknowledged the progress and asserted that it was now her turn to take action. Addressing the Imperians, Sora revealed the truth that Beatrix has confirmed, exposing Imperium as a place that inflicted suffering upon dragons, rather than the idyllic paradise it had been portrayed as. Sora emphasized that the comfort and privilege enjoyed by the Imperians came at the expense of other living beings, a situation that cannot be allowed to continue. Furthermore, Sora exposed Beatrix's cruelty by sharing personal experiences of being used and discarded when she could no longer be controlled. Drawing a parallel between herself and the dragons, both of whom are seen as mindless beasts by Beatrix, Sora believed that the Imperians possessed a strength that Beatrix underestimated. Calling for a revolution, Sora urged everyone to rise up and fight for their freedom, declaring that they are all dragons. Sora and the others observed the protest unfolding before them. Percival stated that it was Sora's doing. However, Sora quickly corrected him, emphasizing that they all played a part in this. Sora proudly declared that they were all like dragons.
===The Power Within===
Sora left from the broadcast tower to rendezvous with the rest of the ninja, but along the way, she aided the Imperians in finding safety. Once reunited with the ninja, they battled against Beatrix. Unfortunately, they found themselves overpowered as Beatrix unleashed a barrage of MergeQuakes upon Imperium. Zane struggled to devise a plan to disarm Beatrix. However, Sora proposed using Riyu's Elemental Sparks to dismantle the MergeQuake weapon from a distance. Spotting Riyu, Sora urgently called out to him. Before Riyu can reach her, Beatrix fired a shot, triggering a MergeQuake that ensnared Riyu. Overwhelmed with grief, Sora desperately cried out for Riyu.
Soon, Sora discovered her parents. But, to her shock, they don't believe the truth and demand her to come with them as they were her family. Sora simply told them she had a new family before eventually reaching her True Potential, right in front of her parents, to destroy the MergeQuake weapon, giving Arin the opportunity to send Beatrix into a MergeQuake rift. Lloyd, acknowledging Sora's accomplishment, expresses his belief in her possession of Elemental Powers all along. Still saddened by Riyu's supposed loss, Sora admitted that she had believed she needed Riyu.
Suddenly, a storm begins and they all head for the Crossroads to save the people, Sora saving Lobbo. When Alfonzo brought the last Dragon Core over, Lloyd used all three to stabilize the merged realms, ending the MergeQuake storm and bringing back those pulled in by it, including Kai, Wyldfyre, Riyu, Rapton, and Percival.
After Lloyd and Riyu freed the Source Dragon from underneath Imperium, they came across Sora, who tries to use her powers on her own to fix her mech before eventually joining in on having Arin's pies with the other ninja.
==The Elemental Mechs==
===What the Mech?===
Sora, Kai, and Arin teamed up to participate in Kai's Super Awesome Slide Course, which Kai claimed was for training purposes. Sora was about to express her concern about Lloyd disapproving of their actions, but Kai interrupted her as they slid down the slide. While going through the course, they accidentally bumped into Cole. Cole informed Sora and the others about the dangerous shipment of items, including Chronosteel, to Ninjago. Sora became curious about what she could create with Chronosteel, as it had the ability to harness Elemental Power. Kai mentioned that Chronosteel was used to create the Time Blades, which had almost ruined all of history. Sora assured him that she had no intention of repeating that incident. Arin, knowing that Kreel had been advertising these items for days, suggested that they go to Kreel's Junkyard to warn her.
Despite Kreel's assurance that the shipped items were harmless, Lobbo's interaction with one of the objects resulted in him being electrocuted, transforming him. This incident prompted Sora to question Kreel's claim regarding the safety of the items. Enraged, Lobbo unleashed a series of relentless attacks. While the ninja attempted to hold Lobbo at bay, Sora caught sight of a Chronosteel block, which she had been hoping to find. She used the Chronosteel block to construct three mechs, assigned for Kai, Cole, and herself. Sora devised a plan for the ninja to subdue Lobbo, allowing her the opportunity to siphon the energy that altered him. As Arin pacified Lobbo, Sora drained the energy from him, successfully restoring him to his normal state. As the ninja confiscated the perilous items from Kreel, Kai suggested employing these dangerous items for his slide course, much to the disapproval of Sora and the rest of the group.
===The Mech Master===
Sora, Kai, Cole, Nya, Arin, and Riyu were heading towards the stands to watch the Mech Master 5000. Kai and Cole were indulging in a Snowberry Pie topped with Crème de Imperium, much to the disappointment of Arin who had just lost to Grab-Barg once again. Frustrated, Sora regreted not being able to enter the Mech Master 5000 on time due to being preoccupied with her ninja duties. Nya tried to comfort Sora by assuring her that there was always next year to participate in the race. As the racers prepare for the race, the Mechanic shows up after deactivating the mechs with an EMP device. Upon seeing the Mechanic, Sora questions if her is here to fix things, only to discover that the Mechanic is a criminal who has stolen the mechs. The ninja quickly steps in to stop the Mechanic, with Sora, Kai, and Cole using their Elemental Mechs to confront him. The Mechanic uses one of the stolen mechs to ram into the Elemental Mechs, causing them to break apart. While the remaining mechs deal with the ninja, Cole encourages Sora to pursue the Mechanic, knowing she is the fastest racer among them. Sora rebuilds her mech using parts from Cole's and Kai's mechs, then sets off in pursuit of the Mechanic.
Sora caught up to the Mechanic, who belittled her Tech Power and pushed her off the bridge. Using Kai's mech's legs as a boost, Sora returned to the bridge and destroyed the Mechanic's mech. Sora expresses her lack of admiration for the Mechanic, with Kai and Cole agreeing. Cole commented that Sora got her wish to race today, much to her delight. Later, they meet up with Nya, Arin, and Riyu. Arin told Sora that he and Riyu have brought Grab-Barg's pies and urged her to try one. Sora tasted a spoonful of Crème de Imperium and was impressed, calling it the best she's ever had. However, she noticed Arin's disappointment and amended her statement, calling it the second-best pie she's ever tried.
===A Pain in the Mech!===
Sora, Arin, and Riyu joined Kai and Cole as they headed to witness the Crossroads' noodle cook-off. During the event, Cole boldly stated that Chen's Noodle House served better noodles compared to those at the Crossroads. However, Sora, taken aback by Cole's audacity, questioned his decision to bring outside food to the cook-off. Sora pointed out that it was considered offensive to bring food from another establishment to the competition. Sora attempted to persuade Cole to give the Crossroads' noodles a chance by tasting them, but Cole remained unimpressed by the flavors. In response, Sora pointed out that it was not her fault if Cole preferred bland noodles. However, their discussion was abruptly interrupted when the Ice Dragons launched an attack. Sora, Kai, and Cole quickly sprang into action by deploying their mechs to defend against the Ice Dragons. Their efforts were complicated when the Lava-Tides interfered by attacking the ninja. Sora took charge by restraining the Lava-Tides to prevent them from causing more chaos. To counter the Lava-Tides, Sora made a strategic move by swapping her mech's legs and arm with Cole's mech's. She used the Elemental Earth Mech's leg to throw the Lava-Tides off-balance and then exchanged arms with Kai to restrain the second Ice Dragon. Following the chaos, it was revealed that Lava-Tony had stolen the Ice Dragons' eggs to use in his noodles as a secret ingredient. Riyu pushed Lava-Tony against his oven, causing his noodles to scatter everywhere. Sora and the team swiftly returned the stolen eggs to the Ice Dragons before making their way back to the Monastery of Spinjitzu. Upon their return, Lloyd eagerly awaited an explanation for the events that had unfolded. Once the ninja clarified the situation, Sora and Cole finally had the chance to enjoy some Crossroads' noodles that had been mixed in with Chen's.
==Dragons Rising, Season 2==
===The Blood Moon===
Sora carried a kid on her back away from a burning building in the Crossorads, while she was being filmed by NinjaFanInfinity and SpinjitzuForDays99. She later turned Lobbo's mech into a DJ set, immediately initiating a party alongside Arin, Wyldfyre, and Riyu.
===Shattered Dreams===
The ninja deliberated on Lloyd's premonitions concerning the Wolf Mask Warriors and the Blood Moon. Sora emphasized that just because they were visions, it didn't necessarily mean they were inevitable, highlighting the importance of taking control of their own fate. Intrigued by Ras' interest in acquiring the Mallet of Shattering, the ninja were eager to uncover the reason behind it. Sora proposed that they visit All-Realm Antiques Emporium in order to gather more information and possibly find answers to their questions.
At the Crossroads, Sora went with Lloyd, Zane, and Arin to meet Fedulian, their target. Recognizing Arin's trusting nature, Sora took it upon herself to remind Arin of the importance of being tough during their interrogation with Fedulian. As they engaged in conversation with Fedulian, Arin fell for Fedulian's deceitful claims, but Sora remained skeptical and decided to question Fedulian about the stolen Mallet of Shattering. Sora astutely pointed out that they could assist in retrieving the mallet, but Fedulian adamantly denied any involvement and abruptly departed. Sensing that something was amiss, Sora and the rest of the group stealthily ascended to the rooftop of Fedulian's shop, where they eavesdropped on Fedulian's conversation with Hantro through a tablet. During this surveillance, Sora caught sight of her cat graffiti behind Hantro just before the call abruptly ended. The ninja then proceeded to the alleyway where the cat graffiti was located. Arin and Lloyd mistakenly believed the graffiti was noodles and meatballs, while Zane pointed out that it did not resemble a cat, much to Sora's disappointment. Shortly after, Hantro appeared and tried to attack the group with her artifacts, but her attempts were futile as they were harmless and ineffective. Sora inquired about the Mallet of Shattering, to which Hantro responded by explaining that with the Gong of Shattering and the Wolf Masks, they could destroy the purity of a Wolf Mask user in order to acquire evil combat techniques and mystical powers. Upon their return to the Monastery, Sora inquired about Lloyd belief in Hantro's lore. Just as they were discussing, Percival and Euphrasia arrived. Euphrasia, with a sense of urgency, warned the ninja about the invasion of the Cloud Kingdom by the Wolf Clan.
The ninja swiftly boarded the Destiny's Bounty and set sail toward the Cloud Kingdom. As they arrived at their destination, the Wolf Mask Warriors were coercing the Writers of Destiny to translate texts in Theroxian. Zane pointed out the sinister aura emanating from the language, leaving Sora perplexed about the concept of an evil language. The ninja managed to incapacitate one of the Wolf Mask Warriors, leading to the liberation of Suetonius, who had been trapped in a cocoon. Suetonius proceeded to reveal that Ras was responsible for cursing the Scroll-Worms. Upon Lloyd's mention of the Blood Moon, Suetonius elaborated on the significance of the Blood Moon and the Ritual of the Blood Moon, which had the power to release the Forbidden Five. Sora expressed her apprehension at the ominous name of the Forbidden Five, learning from Suetonius that they were once virtuous Elemental Masters who had turned to darkness, seeking to conquer the realms through destruction. However, they were thwarted by an enigmatic force from the East, subsequently banished and erased from memory. Now, Ras sought to resurrect the Forbidden Five through the Ritual of the Blood Moon, posing a grave threat to the Merged Lands. The ninja's contemplation was interrupted by the arrival of more Wolf Mask Warriors, whom they valiantly defeated.
Sora and the ninja came across Ras and Jordana. When Jordana confidently claimed that the ninja would never be able to stop them, Sora mentioned that they were actually defeating the Wolf Mask Warriors. However, Sora still couldn't recall Jordana's name. As Jordana angrily clarified her name, Sora only recognized Jordana as a fellow classmate from the Kingdom of Imperium. Ras activated the Gong of Shattering, turning a group of wolf warriors into Wolf Mask Claw Warriors. The ninja struggled against the upgraded foes, with Sora unable to use her Elemental Powers due to lack of technology. The situation escalated when Ras brought Cinder into the battle, only for Kai to swiftly defeat him. However, Cinder turned the tables by wearing a Wolf Mask and perform Shatterspin after Ras sounded the gong again. With Cinder's victory over the ninja and Wyldfyre's leg broken, the ninja had no choice but to retreat, with Sora carrying Wyldfyre back to the Destiny's Bounty.
===Beyond the Phantasm Cave===
===Force From the East===
===The Spell at the Waterfall===
===To Mysterium===
===Fugitives From Madness===
===Secrets of the Wyldness===
===The Forest of Spirits===
===Rising Ninja===
==Reference==
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