Ras

Lord Ras is an anthropomorphic tiger from the Wyldness, who is determined to assist his master in their plan to conquer all the Source Dragons. Before the Merge, Ras came to Imperium and assisted Empress Beatrix to gain control of the kingdom by assassinating her father, becoming the leader of the Claws of Imperium afterwards. Despite being a capable commander and a highly professional warrior, he has failed to stop Arin, Sora, and Lloyd from freeing and escaping with the dragons Imperium had captured. Consequently, Ras was stripped of his title as leader of the Claws and imprisoned for his failures by Empress Beatrix, who now decided to do the job herself. During the MergeQuake Storm, Ras managed to escape his cell and, in the aftermath, recruited Jordana for her achievement in extracting energy from a Source Dragon on behalf of his master.
A year after the Liberation of Imperium Lord Ras traversed the Forest of Spirits with Jordana and used the Source Dragon energy to open the Shadow Dojo. He reassembled the Wolf Clan and then attacked the Cloud Kingdom and the Land of Lost Things, seeking to free the Forbidden Five during the Ritual of the Blood Moon, but only succeeded in releasing Nokt after sending Kai to the Nether-Space. After that he promised his master that he would not fail him again.
==History==
===Background===
thumb|Ras meeting his master for the first time
Many years before the Merge, Ras was born in the Realm of the Wyldness. Once, as a cub, he ended up falling into a chasm while trying to get his ball. Unable to get out, Ras was rescued by a mysterious being, who eventually took him under his wing.
left|thumb|Ras coming to Imperium for the first time
Several years later, he had a mission to assist his Master in gaining complete domination over the Source Dragons, which would allow them to use their life force to have power of the realms. Thus, he departed from the Wyldness and embarked on a journey to Imperium. His strategy involved utilizing the kingdom's advanced technology to capture the Source Dragons. Ras approached the Royal Family of Imperium with a bold claim, asserting that he possessed something truly extraordinary that could greatly benefit the kingdom. He explained that he and Levo were well aware of the eventual decline of the dragon power that had been crucial in powering Imperium. Ras proposed with capturing a Source Dragon, which would provide an unlimited supply of dragon energy to sustain the kingdom. However, Levo disagreed, dismissing Source Dragons as mere myths and emphasizing the peaceful coexistence between dragons and Imperians. Despite Levo's skepticism, Ras persisted in his attempts to convince him, arguing that a single Source Dragon could enable them to conquer all realms. This led to disagreements, with Ras criticizing Levo for his lack of foresight. Levo made it clear that Imperium had no need for Ras' offers. As Ras left the throne room, he cast a final glance towards Beatrix, respectfully bowing to her before exiting the Imperium Palace."Absolute Power"
thumb|Ras' proposal being rejected by Levo
As Ras prepared to depart, he unexpectedly encountered Beatrix, intentionally mistaking her for Zeatrix. Beatrix agreed to Ras' proposal of assisting Imperium in capturing Source Dragons. Curious, Ras inquired if Beatrix would defy her own father. Beatrix revealed that she had fallen out of her father's favor due to Zeatrix inheriting Elemental Powers. Ras expressed his belief that Elemental Powers were frequently bestowed upon those who were unworthy of them. He further acknowledged Zeatrix's future role as the ruler of the Imperium due to her being the firstborn. In response, Beatrix informed Ras that if he assisted her in ascending to the throne, she would provide him with the necessary resources to capture the Source Dragons. Accepting her proposition, Ras acquiesced, addressing her as Empress. Ras plotted to sabotage Emperor Levo's hover chariot, which resulted in a catastrophic crash that claimed the Emperor's life. He also had the Imperium Guards arrest Zeatrix.
left|thumb|Ras and Beatrix joining forces
After Beatrix ascended to the throne as Empress of Imperium, she established the Claws of Imperium, an organization led by Ras. Utilizing the vast resources of Imperium, Ras successfully captured the Source Dragon of Energy. As time passed and the realms merged due to the Merge, Ras set his sights on a young dragon named Riyu, recognizing his crucial role in his grand scheme."The Calm Inside" At some point, Ras later placed a curse upon the Scroll-Worms, rendering them unable to reveal any information that he wished to keep hidden. As a result, the worms would become hostile towards anyone who inquired about such forbidden knowledge."Shattered Dreams" One of the secrets that Ras sought to conceal was the existence of the Dragon Cores, which served an immense purpose in bringing an end to the MergeQuakes."Writers of Destiny"
===Dragons Rising, Season 1===
====The Merge: Part 1====
thumb|Ras threatening Rapton
After the Claws of Imperium have succeeded in capturing Riyu for Ras' plan, Ras contacted Rapton, who assured Ras that everything had been taken care of as they start the transfer in the next day. Ras tells Rapton not to let his confidence get the best of him, as rare dragons such as Riyu are considered to be dangerous. As Rapton continued to be arrogant, Ras warned him that he didn't want any interruptions in the plan, ending the call.
The next day, Ras received news of Riyu's escape and made his way to the Crossroads. He censured Rapton for his failure and went to confront Arin and Sora. Arin tried to fight Ras, but the humanoid tiger grabbed him by the foot and threw him to the ground. He then defeated Sora by dodging her attack and threw his golden hammer at the SA Mark 01, dismantling it. Before he could finish her off, however, Riyu came up behind him. Ras used an Imperium Sword to shoot the baby dragon, taunting him that he plans to capture his entire herd. Suddenly, a MergeQuake appeared in the sky, much to Ras' satisfaction. He then instructed Rapton and the Claw Hunters to take the two teenagers and Riyu to a prison train, not wanting any further hindrances in the plan.
====The Merge: Part 2====
thumb|Ras calling Beatrix
Rapton reached out to Ras to inform him that they had successfully captured a Matriarch Dragon. Ras remained stationed in his hover chariot to see what would happen next. Soon, Lloyd was able to defeat Rapton and the Claw Hunters with his Spinjitzu, which was augmented by dragon power. Following this, Ras returned to Imperium. On his way, Ras informed Beatrix that Lloyd had managed to establish a connection with the Matriarch Dragon, meaning that they could now pursue more Source Dragons like the one that Imperium had previously captured.
====Crossroads Carnival====
Because Beatrix wanted to use the Photac to hunt down dragons, Ras intercepted the ninja's call to the police and freed Dorama from his cage.
====Beyond Madness====
Ras entered the Advanced Systems Lab with two Imperium Guards, demanding answers about the Photac, to which Dr. LaRow hesitated to give a definitive response. Ras insisted on receiving a clear answer, prompting Dr. LaRow to admit that while Dorama could make the original Photac work, activating the copies was beyond his capabilities. Dr. LaRow explained that only Sora possessed the necessary skills for that task. Frustrated, Ras stormed out of the lab.
====Writers of Destiny====
Ras and Beatrix had Rapton, and the Claw Hunters go over to the Cloud Kingdom and capture the Ice Dragons while the ninja were distracted from fighting the tentacled beasts. When Rapton called Ras to him that the plan went well, Ras gloats about Imperium's victory.
====Mindless Beasts====
As Sora was forced to activate the Photac in order to save her dragon companion, Ras explained that the dragon's energy would still be drained until the device was operational. Ras ordered Dorama to begin the extraction process as Sora was fixing the device. In the midst of Sora's repairs, Ras listened to Dr. LaRow's taunts to Sora, saying that with the Photacs, Imperium can capture all dragon-kind, even the Source Dragons. However, Ras silenced her.
After Sora completed the Photac, Ras marveled at the Photac Beast that had been summoned and ordered Dorama to stop the extraction process. With the Photac now complete, Ras declared that nothing could stand in the way of Imperium.
====I Will Be the Danger====
Ras ordered Rapton to gather the Claw Hunters and bring them to the Advanced Systems Lab. Yet, Rapton was hesitant, as their orders were to prevent the escape of the dragons. Despite his reservations, Ras remained adamant about taking immediate action and abruptly terminated the communication. Before long, Rapton and the Claw Hunters reached the lab, where Ras commanded them to mount the Photacs.
====The Calm Inside====
Lord Ras was ordered to return to the Imperium Palace. As he went back Ras discovered that Riyu had been apprehended by Percival and was now back in custody. Beatrix reminded Ras of the crucial role Riyu played in the ongoing plan, despite the ninja's constant interference. Beatrix then ordered Ras to bring in Dr. LaRow so that she could extract all of Riyu's dragon energy. However, Ras was hesitant to comply, explaining that the energy was required for the plan. Beatrix was unhappy with Ras's reluctance and scolded him, stating that she would not take orders from anyone, including outlanders like Ras. The outburst enraged Ras, but he had no choice but to comply and call in Dr. LaRow.
As Dr. LaRow and Jordana began the extraction process, Ras watched, only to be interrupted by a sudden attack on the Imperium Palace by the dragons. Ras and Beatrix quickly evacuated the palace and confronted Lloyd and the dragons. When the battle continued, Ras drove his hover chariot into Sora and attacked the dragons with his hammer until the arrival of the other ninja coincided with the Monastery of Imperium emerging from the ground.
====The Battle of the Second Monastery====
Despite more of the ninja arriving, Ras led the Claws of Imperium into battle. Ras commandeered one of the Photac Beasts to engage in a fight with the dragons, but was eventually knocked off from the Photac by the Fire Dragon. When the ninja and the dragons retreated to the Monastery of Imperium, Ras attempted to break into the monastery but was informed by Dr. LaRow that Arin and Sora had escaped. Ras expressed his disappointment to Dr. LaRow, stating that she only had to keep an eye on them. Ras returned to the Imperium Palace.
Confronting Arin and Sora, Ras offered them the choice between surrendering or perishing, with the result being that Riyu will be his in either case. However, Arin and Sora refused to surrender, engaging in a fierce battle with Ras. Despite his attempts to attack them, Ras continued to miss his targets, causing frustration and anger to build up inside him. He belittled the duo, claiming that they were too insignificant to even begin to understand his plan. Ras threw his hammer at Arin, knocking him unconscious. He then punched Sora, causing her to collide with the control panel of Riyu's cage, and rebuked them for not giving up when they had the chance. But doing so allowed Riyu to break free, unleashing his dragon power and activating Sora's Technology. Utilizing her powers, Sora trapped Ras in Riyu's cage, immobilizing him and ending the battle.
Days later, Ras received a summons to the throne room accompanied by the Claws of Imperium. He intented to launch more dragon hunts, but Beatrix had different ideas by wanting the ninja gone. Ras tried to convince her of the potential benefits Imperium could gain from just one Source Dragon, but before he could finish, Beatrix commanded the Claws to arrest him for his failure. One of the Claw Hunters restrained Ras with handcuffs, leaving him confused. In an attempt to defend himself, Ras retaliated with a kick, only to be instantly incapacitated by an electric shock from Rapton. Ras pleaded with Beatrix, emphasizing that his plan would not succeed without his involvement. Beatrix, on the other hand, warned Ras that with the dragons gone, he would be placed in the Imperium Prison.
====The Temple of the Dragon Cores====
Ras was in his cell at the Imperium Prison, where he caught sight of an Imperium Guard using their tablet. He intently observed Beatrix's speech about any Imperian daring to broach the subject of the dragons' escape or the energy crisis would face immediate arrest.
====Gangs of the Sea====
Ras paced restlessly within his cell, emitting low growls under his breath, until he eventually settled on his bench. He became aware of the surveillance camera fixed upon him. He glared toward the security camera, while Rapton taunted him for his misfortunes.
====Absolute Power====
thumb|Beatrix speaking to Ras
Ras was visited by Beatrix in his cell, where he tries to ask for his release in order to continue their efforts, but she refuses before dealing with the ninja when they infiltrated the front gate.
====We Are All Dragons====
Ras overhears the people chanting 'We are all dragons' in retaliation for Beatrix's deception and looked out to see two guards applaud as well, amusing him.
left|thumb|Ras recruiting Jordana after escaping from Imperium
====The Power Within====
When the MergeQuake Storm occurred, it took out the power, therefore, Ras used it as an opportunity to escape. It was then that he learned about Jordana successfully extracting Source Dragon energy, a remarkable feat that was deemed impossible. Blaming the ninja for the chaos that ensued, Ras made his way back to his master to inform them about Jordana's accomplishment. In the aftermath, he approached Jordana, who was feeling ashamed for her role in the MergeQuake Storm and believed she could never match up to Sora. Ras assured Jordana that she had the potential to surpass Sora in abilities. Ras explained that with the raw energy Jordana had drained from the Source Dragon, they could unlock forbidden secrets and tap into dark powers that had been dormant for centuries. He pictured a future where they would be unstoppable, with no one, not even the ninja, able to stand in their way. As he prepared to leave, he invited Jordana to join him.
===Dragons Rising, Season 2===
====The Blood Moon====
thumb|Ras and Jordana making their way through the Forest of Spirits
En route to the Shadow Dojo, Ras and Jordana navigated through the Forest of Spirits. Jordana was surprised at the vastness of Wyldness, a stark contrast to what the Imperians had been taught, where the focus was solely on the Lava Wastes. Ras took the opportunity to educate Jordana about the various landmarks of the Wyldness, highlighting the ignorance and self-centeredness of the Imperians who believed they were shielded from problems beyond Imperium. The unity of the realms had shattered this belief, forcing everyone to confront the realities beyond their own realm. 
left|thumb|Entering the Shadow Dojo
Upon arriving at the Shadow Dojo, Ras used the Source Dragon energy extracted by Jordana to unlock the entrance, revealing his determination despite the fall of the Kingdom of Imperium. He spoke of his grand plan, emphasizing the significance of unlocking the long-hidden secrets within the Shadow Dojo to achieve what had been deemed impossible for centuries. Once inside, Ras introduced Jordana to the Gong of Shattering and hinted at the ominous Ritual of the Blood Moon, suggesting that with the return of the Blood Moon, they would have the power to bring back the Forbidden Five, a prospect that would render any opposition futile.
thumb|Watching Jordana while studying Theroxian scrolls
After a while, Ras and Jordana delved into Theroxian scrolls, with Jordana struggling to decipher the intricate language. Curious about how they could possibly uncover the hidden secrets within the scrolls without understanding the language, Ras reassured Jordana that patience was key, a lesson instilled in him by his master who believed that true power required time. Just then, Cinder made an unexpected arrival. Ras wasted no time in introducing Cinder as one of the new members of the Wolf Clan, entrusted with the important task of retrieving the Mallet of Shattering for him.
left|thumb|Waiting for Cinder with the Mallet of Shattering
Upon receiving the Mallet of Shattering, Cinder was awaited by Ras and the rest of the reassembled Wolf Clan. Ras proclaimed that their ominous journey could commence with the acquisition of the artifact. With the mallet at hand, Ras then addressed the Wolf Mask Warriors, urging them to brace themselves for an unprecedented surge of power. Ras struck the Gong of Shattering with the mallet, infusing the Wolf Mask Warriors with newfound energy.
====Shattered Dreams====
thumb|Ras and the Wolf Clan conquering the Cloud Kingdom
Ras had a plan to infiltrate the Cloud Kingdom in order to obtain the necessary information for the Ritual of the Blood Moon and to translate the Theroxian texts. Upon their arrival, the Wolf Mask Warriors managed to overpower the Writers of Destiny, while Ras chose not to use the Gong of Shattering due to the disastrous consequences. Euphrasia arrived and engaged in a fight with Cinder, eventually knocking Euphrasia out of the Cloud Kingdom.
left|thumb|Revealing the Scroll-Worm curse to Suetonius
Accompanied by Jordana, Ras proceeded to the Cloud Kingdom archives. Suetonius vowed to protect the library with his life. Ras found this amusing and declared that he needed the Writers of Destiny to remain alive, at least for now. Ras then revealed that he was the one responsible for cursing the Scroll-Worms, who had been instructed to attack. The Scroll-Worms captured Suetonius and Marcus, sealing them in cocoons and leaving them trapped.
thumb|Using the Gong of Shattering
Upon learning of the Wolf Clan's attack on the Cloud Kingdom and their intention to summon the Forbidden Five, the ninja swiftly traveled to the Cloud Kingdom. Engaging in combat, they successfully defeated a number of the Wolf Mask Warriors, while Ras and Jordana watched the battle unfold from the rooftop of the main building. Ras used the Mallet of Shattering to sound the Gong of Shattering, granting additional power to a select few wolf warriors who became Wolf Mask Claw Warriors. The fight between the ninja and the Wolf Mask Claw Warriors ended in a stalemate.
left|thumb|Watching the ninja's escaping
When Lloyd made the announcement about putting an end to Ras' control over the Cloud Kingdom, Ras strongly disagreed with him. In an attempt to prove his power, Ras called upon Cinder for assistance, but unfortunately, Kai easily defeated him. Despite this setback, Ras taunted Lloyd by claiming that he had already started unraveling the mysteries of the Forbidden Five. As an illustration of his progress, Ras struck the Gong of Shattering while Cinder adorned a Wolf Mask, enabling him to perform Shatterspin. Ras continued to strike the Gong of Shattering while Cinder successfully took down the ninja. Encouraged by their success, Ras commanded Cinder to deliver the final blow to the ninja. Faced with no other choice, the ninja were compelled to retreat. With their retreat, Ras triumphantly declared that the Cloud Kingdom and all its hidden secrets now belonged to him. He proclaimed that the Forbidden Five would once again rise to power.
====Beyond the Phantasm Cave====
thumb|Observing Cinder during his training
Ras decided to demonstrate Cinder's skill in Shatterspin by having him destroy vases while Ras sounded the Gong of Shattering. Impressed by Cinder's accuracy, Ras praised him for his performance. Cinder, feeling empowered by the experience, commented that he could feel the power of the Gong of Shattering resonating within him. However, Ras didn't seem amused by Cinder's remark and left the scene.
Later on, Ras was engrossed in examining a scroll when Jordana approached him. She hinted that she had found the final component for the Blood Moon Ritual, a spell located in the Land of Lost Things. Ras was impressed by Jordana's growing skills in Theroxian magic and commended her for her discovery. Excited by the find, Ras immediately announced that they would depart for the valley without delay.
left|thumb|Ras ordering the start of the Cloud Kingdom engine
Accompanied by Jordana and Cinder, Ras led the way to the room where the Cloud Kingdom's motor was located. Upon reaching the motor room, Ras noticed that the Writers of Destiny had never used it for hundreds of years. Displeased by this oversight, Ras criticized the monks, considering them fools for neglecting such a valuable resource. Taking charge, Ras ordered the captive Writers of Destiny to activate the engine, causing the main building of the Cloud Kingdom to drift away, heading towards the Land of Lost Things.
====Force From the East====
thumb|Ras speaking with Jordana
Jordana received a calming suggestion from Ras when she was in the midst of explaining the events unfolding in the Land of Lost Things. In response to Jordana's mention of Bonzle being the spell to liberate the Forbidden Five, Ras acknowledged his awareness of this fact. Despite the potential disastrous consequences of excessive usage, Ras instructed the Wolf Mask Warriors to prepare the Gong of Shattering by having two Writers of Destiny strike it. He emphasized to Jordana that the desired outcome justified any possible sacrifice. Ras attentively observed as the Wolf Mask Warriors compelled two Cloud Monks to repeatedly strike the gong with the mallet, thereby empowering the wolf warriors in the Land of Lost Things to transform into Wolf Mask Claw Warriors. When Cole and the Finders managed to escape from the valley, Jordana felt frustrated, but Ras assured her that they would persistently pursue them wherever they may go.
====The Spell at the Waterfall====
left|thumb|Ras being summoned by his master
Using Shatterspin, Cinder skillfully broke vases into pieces. Ras, on the other hand, believed that Cinder needed to exert more force and stressed that the key aspect of Shatterspin was its strength. Shortly after, Ras approached Jordana and asked her about the location of Bonzle. However, before Jordana could provide a complete answer, Ras was interrupted by a summoning from his master. The master instructed Ras to procure five Writers of Destiny as offerings to replace the Forbidden Five in Nether-Space. After receiving this command, Ras promptly relayed the information to Jordana and Cinder.
thumb|Ras looking at the Blood Moon's rise
====Fugitives From Madness====
From the rooftop of the Cloud Kingdom, Ras observed the ascent of the Blood Moon. In that moment, his stripes and gloves transformed into a vibrant shade of red, bringing him a sense of contentment.
====Secrets of the Wyldness====
Ras was informed by Jordana that she had located the ninja and they were making their way towards the Forest of Spirits. In response, Ras urgently instructed Jordana to take immediate action and prevent the ninja from disrupting the Ritual of the Blood Moon. However, Jordana hesitated due to the considerable distance between them and the ninja. To address this, Jordana suggested the idea of deploying additional Wolf Mask Warriors to intercept them. Despite this suggestion, Ras insisted that Jordana utilize Theroxian magic. Still in the early stages of learning Theroxian magic, Jordana argued against this decision. However, Ras dismissed Jordana's concerns and emphasized the importance of success, having no time for failure.
====The Forest of Spirits====
Ras conveyed to his master about the commencement of the Ritual of the Blood Moon. Ras then instructed Cinder to swiftly gather the Wolf Clan at the Shadow Dojo, ensuring that the Gong of Shattering was properly positioned. Subsequently, a Writer of Destiny sorrowfully revealed that the final remnants of the Theroxian text had been deciphered. In light of this revelation, Ras commanded Cinder to obliterate the Cloud Kingdom. Curiously, Cinder inquired about the fate of the Writers of Destiny, prompting Ras to emphasize that they too were included in his directive, as they were no longer required. Ras asserted that they had become the masters of their own destinies.
Upon reaching the Shadow Dojo, Ras instructed the Wolf Clan to make preparations for the Ritual of the Blood Moon. However, his patience wore thin when Jordana arrived late, expecting her to have already been present. To his dismay, Jordana arrived without Bonzle, which only served to further frustrate Ras. He demanded to know the whereabouts of Bonzle, and Jordana revealed that Arin had actually saved her, a revelation that only fueled Ras' anger. In a fit of rage, Ras insulted Jordana, forcefully pushing her to the ground, before storming off to confront Arin alone.
Catching up to Arin, Ras wielded his hammer and struck the Off-Road Buggy Car. Ras faced Riyu head-on, using his hammer to knock him aside, rendering him unconscious. Arin charged at Ras, but was swiftly overpowered as Ras seized him by the foot and forcefully slammed him to the ground. Ras effortlessly dominated the fight, asserting that Arin had the potential to be extraordinary, but was being held back by the ninja. Arin disagreed, firmly believing that the ninja were actually aiding in development. Ras countered Arin's belief by pointing out that he had not shown any improvement since their first encounter, as he was still unable to stop Ras with ease. Ras shared his own personal experience of weakness before his master enlightened him on the importance of strength. As a demonstration, he forcefully slammed Arin to the ground, leaving a deep crater in its wake. Ras suggested that Arin might need to seek out a true master who could impart the same valuable lesson upon him one day. Ras commandeered the Off-Road Buggy Car and departed, taking Bonzle with him.
Upon returning to the Shadow Dojo, the Wolf Mask Warriors positioned Bonzle as Ras informed his master that all was in order. He articulated that the master's patience and precise planning were soon going to yield results, exposing the immense power of the Merged Realms for Ras and his master to wield.
====Rising Ninja====
Ras gave instructions to a Wolf Mask Warrior to strike the Gong of Shattering, which would initiate the ritual. With a nod from Ras, the warrior struck the gong, causing the other warriors to transform into Wolf Mask Claw Warriors. Jordana reminded Ras about the importance of pronouncing the words perfectly, but Ras confidently assured her that he had it under control. He then asked Jordana if she was ready to reverse the spell and summon the Forbidden Five. Despite Bonzle's objections that she was more than just a spell, Ras silenced her. Ras began reading the scroll in Theroxian. However, Ras noticed that the ninja had infiltrated the Shadow Dojo. Ras quickly commanded the Wolf Mask Claw Warriors and Cinder to stop the ninja's interference, allowing him to continue reading undisturbed. As the portal opened, Ras demanded that the sacrifices be brought in. However, Ras soon realized that the Writers of Destiny had managed to escape during the battle, causing him to order his warriors to retrieve them immediately.
As a Wolf Mask Claw Warrior descended towards Ras, he evaded the fall by stepping aside, swiftly redirecting his attention to Cinder. Ras commanded Cinder to use Shatterspin to defeat the ninja, but to his surprise, Kai unleashed the Rising Dragon technique, surpassing Cinder's abilities. Ras couldn't believe it was possible. Suddenly, Lloyd launched an attack on Ras, but Ras evaded the energy bolts and engaged in a fierce battle with Lloyd. With a strong strike, Ras disrupted Lloyd's Spinjitzu, causing him to stumble. Taking advantage of the situation, Ras taunted Lloyd, claiming that the ritual was almost complete. However, Lloyd revealed that Cinder had found his match and the Blood Moon was about to pass.
The Writers of Destiny had also managed to escape, preventing themselves from being sacrificed. Lloyd confidently declared that Ras had lost. Amused by Lloyd's words, Ras explained that he only needed an unshattered soul to be a sacrifice and he knew exactly who to target. With a swift motion, Ras threw his hammer at Kai, sending him through the gateway and freeing Nokt from his exile. Ras then revealed to Nokt that he was the one responsible for his release and shared his plan to release the other four beings by sacrificing the ninja.
As Bonzle retaliated, Jordana struggled to maintain the open portal. Ras angrily commanded Jordana to keep the gateway accessible. Ras declared that he would personally sacrifice Nya first by placing her into the gate. However, before he could do so, Ras was struck by a hand from the Elemental Fire Mech, courtesy of Arin and Sora. Once Ras regained his composure, he discovered that the portal had closed and the ninja were gaining the advantage. Frustrated, Ras called upon his master for assistance. Suddenly, Ras, Nokt, Jordana, Cinder, the wolf warriors, and the Shadow Dojo were transported to an unfamiliar field.
Nokt seethed with anger towards Ras for abandoning the mission before he could release the remaining members of the Forbidden Five. Ras boldly proclaimed that Nokt's newfound freedom was solely thanks to him, and he adamantly refused to tolerate being addressed in such a disrespectful manner. Ras affixed a gadget to Nokt's head and triggered it using a remote, shocking him. Ras stressed the importance of loyalty from Nokt and mentioned that the gadget would guarantee it. Turning his attention to Jordana, Ras berated her for failing to maintain the open portal. However, to his surprise, Jordana seemed to be completely disregarding him.
Ras received an urgent summons from his master, interrupting the escalating confrontation. Ras proceeded to explain to his master that the Ritual of the Blood Moon was merely a single step in their grand plan, far from being the sole objective. Determined not to disappoint his master, Ras vowed to triumph in the Tournament of the Sources and assert dominance over the Source Dragons. He assured his master that once he achieved this feat, all the power they desired would be within their grasp.
==Other appearances and mentions==
===Return to Imperium===
Sora mentions Ras to Lloyd and Arin when she used examples that everyone will seen them in the Kingdom of Imperium when they were going to the Public Shaming Platform.
===Appearance===
File:Child Ras 1.jpeg|Ras as a child
Absolute Power (5).JPG|Ras wearing a kimono
R32.png|Ras in his Imperium robes
FFM228.PNG|Ras in his Wolf Clan attire
Lord Ras is a humanoid tiger with black fur and pink-purple stripes all over his body. On the face, these stripes are only in the forehead area and under his red eyes, which are surrounded by gray fur that resemble eyebrows. He also has four large white fangs protruding from his mouth. His chin hair is braided into a small black braid akin to a beard and he has three white claws on his feet.
As a child, Ras wore a simple purple kimono with pink trims, his name written in pink in Ninjargon, and a red suit underneath in addition to purple pants. He also didn't have his chin hair braided as it was too short.
When Ras first came to Imperium, he wore a simple gray kimono that left his entire right side exposed. The kimono had gold ornamental trims and was tied with a simple tan cloth.
When Ras became part of Imperium, he began to wear sleeveless red robes with gold detailing that is tied by a red belt with golden symbols and a gold and red buckle. He wore a sleeveless gray suit under his robes and gold hexagonal plating that covered his black pants, in addition to black boots with gold detailing. He also wore golden gauntlets and a large golden armor that covers his neck and shoulders.
When Ras became leader of the Wolf Clan, he switched to a black kimono with gray trims under a dark purple sash with silver symbols and sky blue edges complete with a new dark purple armor and gloves. His boots have gray and sky blue detailing and his new kimono has sky blue plating that bear the Wolf Clan symbol. The same symbol is also located on the back of his kimono. When the Blood Moon rose, his stripes and gloves took on a vibrant shade of red.
==Personality==
left|thumb|Ras crying as a child
Ras is a very manipulative and intimidating tiger humanoid. When he was a child in the Wyldness, Ras was abandoned until he met his master. During the long years they spent together, Ras learned from his master that strength was all that mattered and decided to fulfill his master's plan, even if it took years.
thumb|Ras manipulating Princess Beatrix
When he first came to Imperium, he managed to win Princess Beatrix over to his side with lies and then helped her rise to power by ruthlessly murdering her father and later imprisoned the Source Dragon of Energy and started draining its energy. Ras uses intimidation on all his subordinates as a method to get what he wants. Several times, this intimidation even reached physical attacks.
Once he was imprisoned by the Empress, he tried to manipulate her again, telling her that she had no chance of winning without him. When he then managed to escape, he met Jordana, whom he chose as the next person he could manipulate. He revealed to her his true intentions, which is that he serves his true master, to whom he is truly devoted. His devotion is even so great that he considers his mission the only significant thing and sees no possibility of failure.
thumb|Ras speaking to his master
A year after leaving Imperium with Jordana, Ras admitted that he hated the culture of the Imperians and their ways of completely ignoring the other realms and thinking they were superior to everyone else. He then opened the Shadow Dojo and welcomed another member of his new army, Cinder. Together with Jordana, he then taught them, Cinder how to properly use Shatterspin and he encouraged Jordana to study the Theroxian scrolls and learn their magic. When they succeeded, Ras was pleased with them, but when they showed signs of displeasure or disappointment, he would become very angry and even physically hurt them.
==Weapons and abilities==
===Abilities===
*Night vision: Being a tiger, Ras possesses exceptional night vision, enabling sight in dimly lit environments or complete darkness.https://x.com/otherland71/status/1761550780350464036?s=61
*Curse inducement/Mind control: Ras can place curses on his chosen targets. He used this ability to hide information by cursing the Scroll-Worms and turning them hostile. Moreover, he can also control the Scroll-Worms and make them obey his commands.
*Superhuman speed/Stamina: In addition to his feline nature, Ras can move at incredibly fast speed for a long time without tiring out, being able to catch up to Arin when the ninja was driving.
*Superhuman leaping: Ras can jump at incredibly high distance.
*Superhuman strength: Ras has superhuman strength to overpower his opponents.
*Quadrupedalism: Owing to his tiger-like nature, Ras can move on all four limbs like an animal.
*Hand-to-hand combat: Ras is a fearsome hand-to-hand fighter who can efficiently hold against most of the ninja and easily defeated Arin on his own.
*Communication with his master: Ras is able to communicate with his master in their void when they call him.
thumb|Ras using his hammer to create a massive shock wave
===Weapons===
*Golden hammer: Ras possesses a golden warhammer, which he acquired in the Wyldness. This weapon allows him to effortlessly defeat his adversaries with great ease.
*Imperium Sword: During his time in Imperium Ras used the Imperium Sword to hunt dragons.
*Mallet and Gong of Shattering: Ras uses the Mallet and Gong of Shattering to grant supernatural abilities and combat skills. When he strikes the gong with the mallet, the powers are bestowed upon those wearing a Wolf Mask. Ras must strike the gong repeatedly every few seconds to keep extending the usage of the abilities.
==Vehicles==
===All-terrain vehicles===
*Off-Road Buggy Car
**It is a buggy used by the Wolf Clan.
**Ras used it after defeating Arin to retrieve Bonzle.
**It first appeared in "The Forest of Spirits."
===Aircraft===
*Hover chariot
**It is a vehicle used by the Claws of Imperium.
**Ras used it many times during his time in Imperium.
**It first appeared in "The Merge: Part 1."
==Relationships==
===Allies===
*His master
*Jordana
*Cinder
*Wolf warriors
*Nokt
===Enemies===
*Ninja
*Dragons
*Royal Family of Imperium
**Beatrix (former ally)
*Rapton (former ally)
*Claw Hunters (former allies)
*Imperium Guards (former allies)
*Dr. LaRow (former ally)
*Dorama (former ally)
*Writers of Destiny
*Bonzle
==Official descriptions==
===Ras expects answers...===
The ninja have faced some tough adversaries, but not many as fearsome as tiger-humanoid Ras. He demands total focus, competence and loyalty from his minions, so it’s probably best he doesn’t find out you’ve been working on your autobiographical one-man musical instead...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7com2GFHHJk
===THE STRESSMAKERS===
This fearless creep is a real tough cookie in a terrifying tiger mask. He does not tolerate any mistakes. If anyone messes up, he deals with things himself!Metal Mayhem!
===Boss of the Claw Hunters===
No one is as fearless as Ras. He despises mistakes. Then he becomes even scarier than he already is and puts things to rights with full force. This villain is not to be trifled with!Monster Hunt Chaos!
===His head===
On the outside, the head is fearsome and on the inside it is full of nasty plans. On the surface, he serves the Empress and hunts dragons. In the back of his mind, however, he has cunning intentions that will surprise you.
===1st appearance===
When his right-hand man Rapton once again fails to get his act together, Lord Ras is furious! So he arrives and makes short work of it. Ras imprisons Arin, Sora and Riyu before they can escape.
===BREAKING NEWS: RAS BREAKS FREE!===
According to reports, Lord Ras broke out of the prison in the confusion of the battle. Rumour has it that the scientist Jordana (pictured right) brought him drained Source Dragon energy. What is behind this? According to villain experts, this energy could help Lord Ras gain unrivalled strength.Lloyd's Epic Mission!
==Appearances==
==Etymology==
Ras means "head" in Amharic and it is a royal title in Ethiopian Semitic languages being similar to "duke" or "prince."
==Behind the scenes==
*According to the concept arts, Ras was originally supposed to be a big fig like Dogshank and Killow but this was changed in the process.
**Additionaly, his original head design was based on 70200 CHI Lavalhttps://twitter.com/mikerayhawk/status/1706271478252028093 and his whole body was similar to Hulk but in gold.
**On the other concept art, he is more similar to real life tigers based on his orange color, black stripes, and his head design. His attire was based on ancient Greece, Persia, and the Mongol Khanate as was the rest of Imperium in early stages of development.https://twitter.com/mikerayhawk/status/1706042277187965373
*Similarly to the Crystal King's minifigure, Ras' teeth aren't painted in his minifigure form.
*Based on the box art of 71813 Wolf Mask Shadow Dojo, Ras' Wolf Clan outfit was supposed to be different in some stages of development. The biggest changes are that his shoulders armor was the Imperium armor recolored in purple, his belt was originally made of rope, there was a word "blood" written on his suit in Ninjargon, and he had arm printing similar to his other minifigures.
==Trivia==
*He is the fourth character in the Ninjago franchise to have the title of Lord. The first three were Garmadon, Belgrave, and Mogra.
**However, he is the second Lord to appear in the show. Belgrave is only mentioned in Seabound and Mogra only appears in the comic series Garmadon.
*Before he was revealed to be from the Wyldness, Chris "Doc" Wyatt joked about the possibility that Ras is from the world of Fabuland, another LEGO theme.https://twitter.com/otherland71/status/1702814848847860073
*He is one of the five main antagonists to have appeared before the installment where they are the main antagonist, the others being Morro, Yang, Krux, and Ronin.
*He is one of the seven main antagonists to be from another realm, the others being The Preeminent, Nadakhan, Iron Baron, The Omega, Vex, and Beatrix.
*He is the only villain to appear in four consecutive waves of sets (June 2023, January 2024, March 2024 and June 2024) being in addition, one of the main vilains in the first wave, and the main of the other three.
*Ras shares many similarities with Vex, another antagonist from the franchise. Both were outsiders who sought an alliance with a ruling figure, Grimfax for Vex and Levo for Ras, but were rejected. Both became a second-in-command to a powerful "master" who helped them dispose of the original rulers who rejected them, Zane for Vex and Beatrix for Ras, and then were appointed as tyrants who gained control of an entire nation, the Never-Realm for Zane and the Kingdom of Imperium for Beatrix. Both were ultimately stripped of their ill-gained position by the very individuals who elevated them in the first place.
**Unlike Vex, Ras had an actual master that he genuinely served.
***Ras did not exhibit the same level of deceit towards Beatrix as Vex did towards Zane, primarily because Ras did not resort to such manipulation. Unlike Vex, who continuously deceived Zane by manipulating him into targeting those labeled as traitors and aggressors, Ras only misled Beatrix into helping him locate the Source Dragons for his master, pretending that it was for Imperium.
*For an unknown reason, Ras' eyes are orange in the sets but sometimes red in the show. However, they are more prominently the latter color when cast under a shadow.
*When asked why Ras has black fur and pink stripes, Chris "Doc" Wyatt replied "Interesting that you're asking this. Can a tiger change its stripes? If so, what would cause that?" which may imply that something caused him to look the way he does now.https://twitter.com/otherland71/status/1755044708961956060
**This makes him similar to Tormak, a character from Legends of Chima who, like Ras, is an anthropomorphic tiger with black fur.
**Unlike Tormak, whose fur was scorched black due to his stealing of the Artifact, Ras has had black fur and pink stripes ever since he was a child, as seen in "The Forest of Spirits". A change in appearance could have happened before that, however.The Forest of Spirits
*Ras has several animal traits based on real life tigers.
**Sometimes he growls between sentences when talking;
**He has natural night vision, as explained by Jordana in "The Blood Moon";
**He can run very fast, even managing to overtake a moving vehicle. Additionally, he can jump very high like real tigers - both of these traits can be seen in "The Forest of Spirits";
**When fighting or running, he occasionally uses all four limbs like real animals, such as when fighting Lloyd in "Rising Ninja."
==Video==
NINJAGO Dragons Rising - Ras expects answers...
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