What If the Nightwings Took Over the Rainforest? [Se2Ep5]

[@n3msis637]

“She didn’t even know his NAME” According to Wren it’s Murderbasket

[@gracelynnw.3137]

I named my pet Deathbringer, but everyone called him Murderbasket!!!

[@DrDolphina]

We need Wren fanclub.

[@-_Nifi_-]

Murderbasket. Lol

[@-_Nifi_-]

@@DrDolphina yes let’s start one

[@CabrieP]

​@@DrDolphinagood idea

[@Shibaan_aj]

I love that Glory is an alcoholic. It's fits her character so well

[@bridgethollinger3116]

Yes

[@MintTheFr0g1]

ikr lol

[@kellt8833]

Hehehehe the way Jamboo had to drag her away from her beer XD

[@ricardollige3125]

Yas 🎉🎉🎉

[@Mossy-Creations]

I feel like this would be exactly what would happen, then if i had to guess what the ending would be, probably Glory becoming leader (not so much queen) of the rainwings and finding skyfire or stealing some for the majority of the rainwings, so when the nightwings inevitably get attacked they aren't expecting more than 10-20 of them, glory wins, takes back the rainforest, and then its the normal for her plot, deathbringer still falls in love and simps over glory so much he stalks her and calls it bodyguarding

[@BuffOrpington5]

“Simps of Glory”😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Mossy-Creations]

@@BuffOrpington5 did you misread? Or is this a joke, either way y e s. (If you misread it just reread it :>)

[@Mossy-Creations]

Or dont, its amazing when its "simps of glory" not "simps over glory" 😂

[@BuffOrpington5]

@@Mossy-Creations i meant simps over glory it autocorrected

[@KattheRat7108]

Idea: what if Qibli and Winter hadn't been moved to Moon's winglet? (It was said that originally there was gonna be a different icewing and sandwing in the Jade winglet, but some last minute changes were made since Moon, Winter, and Qibli seemed to get along okay)

[@StoodSta1]

omg yess such a good ideaaa!!

[@kristinelodge8430]

Love this idea

[@shenpatrick6271]

yeah

[@klhfelt]

That would be so cool! But also, if that had happened in the main series, we wouldn't have Qibli!😱

[@werewolf1019]

I feel like rainwings as assassins are just the way to go. Though, at the start of the video, I was thinking about how in Darkstalker legends, the Rainwings were more well know, though I don’t know if they were really dangerous. Also, I am pretty sure that the Seawings in Darkstalker legends were nervous about the Mudwings and the Rainwings maybe planing an invasion onto the coast, which means the Rainwings were a fully functioning tribe at the time, just like Mudwings were. The Rainwings did have a non-changing Queen and merchants around the continent so, I think they were probably a dangerous tribe at the time. I would also love to see what the main story would be like if the Rainwings never grew soft and we’re still a fully functional tribe.

[@aquafox_x]

Yes, in Darkstalker Legends, the rainwings weren’t lazy yet and were dangerous enough that the seawings feared them.

[@VictoriaToucan]

I would absolutely love to read a book about the RainWings during the time of Darkstalker, or even a whole other series/arc set during that time.

[@minahd]

i heard that they even had ferocious names. like in darkstalkers time the rainwing queen was named queen anaconda.

[@kingmewto7148]

Yeah me too.Their changes are partly good as they were happier and more peaceful,but also bad coz they literally forgot how toREAD

[@CatDragon292]

If you read the Guide to the Tribes book, the one with all the stories in it about the different tribes, you learn more about the history of the RainWings. They were originally assasins, and then this new queen came to the throne who started making the tribe into what it is now - recalling the assasins, giving them sun time which made them lazy because of too much sun, not teaching them fighting, etc.

[@AvaPetree-yq2tn]

I NEED A PART 2!!!! I totally want to see a part 2. I think Glory being an assassin is a very interesting topic and would love to see more. Glory and Deathbringer taking over the rainforest sounds amazing!!

[@The_Knight0907]

We need a part 2

[@WOF.Dragons.]

Yessss!

[@norbertthegecko8159]

why can i imagine drunk glory? like i can just see her staggering around a bar, dancing with 15 different guys and literally just being rainbow. am i just weird or can anyone else imagine it???😂😂😂

[@NijutheWolf]

Omh lol

[@burnouttheamazinghivewing]

for a moment i was like: ALCHOHOL???

[@ellabennett6091]

Yes. This is something I picture so well. I also see Deathbringer watching her to make sure she doesn't do anything stupid.

[@bridgethollinger3116]

Yes

[@2SASSYHIVEWING4GOD]

@@burnouttheamazinghivewing LOL mE ToO

[@SilverScroll]

I adore how, despite the different circumstances, they're still very much the characters we love. I'm not sure the NightWings would have considered the RainWings the least dangerous tribe in Darkstalker's time? Remember that back then the RainWings were ruled by Queen Anaconda, and were known by the NightWings for their venom and invisibility. But other than that this is truly fascinating and quite well developed indeed from that premise... such a big change has major implications, after all!

[@glowworms]

what if the rainwings fond moons eggs

[@JennyLi-gy1bc]

YES do that

[@JennyLi-gy1bc]

What if the rain wings found secret keepers egg Yes

[@Looseer]

Mmmm good idea

[@lavenderdraagon3514]

Thats a great idea

[@Luna_the_black_cat]

They steal them, and care for them They are the new childs for them (edited because of weird Grammer!)

[@alittlerose1928]

Hey Cyprus. I love the what-if stories, and you narrate them really well. But, I'd like to point out that in the time of Darkstalker, Rainwings were actually quite the fearsome tribe. I'm pretty sure that in the Darkstalker legends, there was a line about how the Rainwings were very respected. In book three, Grandure said the Rainwings weren't always the lazy, sun-loving, fruit-eating, lizards they had become, and that there were even actual fights for the throne, like the other kingdoms.

[@easymodegamer501]

Yeah it’s confirmed that the Rainwings actually used to be a tribe of terrifying assassins so…

[@littletigress2520]

AMAZING! I love the story and the way you made Glory look half-faded at the end was PERFECT! 10000/10

[@DarkabyssTheFounder]

I love how Glory in this AU is an alcoholic, it fits her so well

[@_Cythe]

Ooooh I have a few ideas: What if Tsunami was an animus? What if Clay wasn't sold to the talons? What if Clearsight hadn't betrayed Darkstalker?

[@dragonfox6289]

Weren’t RainWings hinted at being one of the deadliest tribes back in darkstalkers time?

[@ellabennett6091]

Yep

[@fluffybirb4455]

why they get lazy they could've taken over the entire continent and nothing could stop them

[@Data-Expungeded]

@@fluffybirb4455Tui needed to nerf them

[@lemonfire698]

Ya that's the only reason this story doesn't really work.

[@jasongordanier9222]

What if ideas! What if Orca won against Coral? What if Peril never freed Darkstalker? What if Artic never ran away with Foeslayer? What if Qibli accepted Darkstalker's offer? What if Starflight grew up with the Nightwings? What if Scarlet did not survive Glory's venom attack? What if Peril never freed Scarlet from the weirdling tower? What if the War of Sandwing secession never ended? What if Peril never saved Clay from the viper venom? What if the DoDs never escaped the Sky Kingdom? What if the DoDs never escaped the Sea Kingdom? What if Sunny stayed with Thorn and never went back to the others? What if Albatross successfully murdered Fathom? What if Clearsight never betrayed Darkstalker? What if Clearsight never went to Pantala? What if the Nightwings never left their ancient kingdom? What if Moonwatcher never stayed at Jade Mountain Academy?

[@penwritings]

Alcoholic Glory, I can see it. Great art and story writing. Love this series.

[@cindynorthon4938]

What if Quibli accepted Darkstalker’s deal, and became an animus.

[@gracelynnw.3137]

Yes!

[@Zockthetherian]

I read this and I just got a huge spoiler😢😢😂😂❤❤

[@kylercole2834]

Yes actually! That would be a good idea!

[@emmabery8594]

@@Zockthetherian oof that sucks man 😬

[@OrangeoMC]

I think this one’s already been done

[@josephineh-lg5dt]

Ahhhh! She posted! the queen posted!❤

[@SnaileyT]

Yes!!

[@allieangles]

5:22 That's deathbringer for you😀

[@ellabennett6091]

Yes, and that's why he's awesome

[@fionarodgers4806]

1. Give us a part two of this. 2. Give us a "What If Peril and Sky Were the Skywing Dragonets".

[@moonshadow121]

I think that would be really cool, but peril and sky were hatched two years before the DoD.

[@moonshadow121]

@_chxrrxx oh right. It’s been awhile, so thx for reminding me

[@Basil_Isk]

I have really enjoyed these a lot so far, but I think this one is my favourite along with the one about Sunny growing up in the scorpion den (which, if I remember correctly was the first one?) :)

[@wingdingthing07]

1. OH MA GAHHSH I NEED THIS SPECIFIC ONE TO BE A SERIES 2. I love that Glory's half-invisible in the illustration. It's really cool. :o

[@phantomgaming7162]

Pls make more I am in love with this series you basically drive me to wake up every eating on more what if’s! PLS MAKE MORE!!!!!!

[@-Your_LocalTherian-]

This is amazing and I love how Glory and Deathbringer are just messing with each other and stealing each other’s money

[@MadelynPeterson-xb4df]

Here’s an entire list I thought of it’s just pantalan theories because you have don’t any yet 1. What if in book fifteen the hive minded actually caught all of the dragons going to try and stop them like in the beginning 2. What if the hive wings did succeed in killing of all the leaf wings 3. What if Luna wasn’t flamesilk 4. What if cricket was like the other hive wings and could be hive minded by the queen 5. What if they didn’t light the fire in book thirteen that got blue swordtail and the leaf wings caught by the hive mind 6. What if Silverspot and Burnett tried to protect Luna and blue before they went into metamorphosis 7. What if Io warned Luna and Blue about possibly being flamesilk 8. What if Sundew didn’t help Cricket and Swordtail from rescuing Luna and Blue from the flamesilk cavern 9. What if Queen Wasp did infect and use the hive mind on her sisters Jewel and scarab 10. What if Queen Wasp didn’t get the breath of evil 11. What if the leaf wings succeeded in trying to be able to mind control Queen Wasp 12. What if the leaf wings did agree to join Queen Wasp These are all ideas I thought of if anyone read this please leave a like so Cyprus has a higher chance of seeing this I also posted this comment on their episode on What If Clay Grew Up With His Siblings

[@Epic_Remix]

I LOVE any stories including rainwings or nightwings, its amazing!

[@Euchloe_Lotta]

I absolutely love how this one came out!! It is most certainly my fave :)

[@thehyperscientist1961]

Wow! This was legitimately one of the most interesting and suspenseful "What If...?"s so far! I'm already itching to know what's coming next!

[@Ecl1pes_Puppets]

I love your art! Also I have a suggestion: What if Winter never saved Foeslayer Again your art is amazing!!!

[@merry..darling]

Please do what if Quibli said yes to dark stalkers offer! It’s a very important one because it basically alters the whole series, and I think it would be really cool to see what could have happened! ❤❤❤

[@its-a-me-piecrust]

Wow, so cool how in this universe, she's the assasin!! LOVE this, great job!!

[@ZamboniBoi]

This what if is one of my favs!! It’s so good I love the way you made glory an assassin i would never have thought of that! ❤❤

[@dark_slayer5545]

As soon as you said throwing star I freaked out. Not because I was surprised but because I knew exactly who threw it

[@claudinelopez5177]

Glory and Deathbringer is always gonna be the ultimate duo 😂😂😂😂

[@Solstice7937]

Omg not only do i love these stories, the drawing in the background helps me get ideas to improve my dragon drawing abilities.

[@ricardollige3125]

I love this, Cyprus!!! Glory being an alcoholic and assassin is just awesome. And the best part: She didn't even know his name. Lol, Wren called him Murderbasket

[@No0neSpec1al]

Okay but this is probably my favorite video in the 'What If' series so far- I just love the idea of Rainwings hiding all across the continent, disguised as dragons of different tribes. Also the whole 'Glory becomes an assassin' thing. I love itt :D

[@furociousjinju8571]

This is so amazing! I love your artwork and the writing was incredible! Keep up the amazing work!

[@actuallyindie]

omg i need a part two for this like her tracking down all the other rainwings w/ deathbringer and taking back the rainforest

[@WolfyloverAlyssa]

this is amazing!! idk if you did these but: what if glory wasn’t related to that queen? what if glory didn’t free deathbringer? What if queen scarlet won her last fight? What if peril never met clay? Idk what else, epic video and art! I love your way of storytelling.

[@Hitman4hire]

What if viper survived? What if wasp won? What if burn had befriended sunny? What if arctic was better?

[@Lil_StarlightGacha]

“When the fighting didn’t help, she could always just drink alcohol” GLORY. NO WE DO. OT BECOME ALCOHOLICS

[@Mushroom-SoulFire]

IDJDUEIE I LOVE THIS!! 100000/10, I have a few ideas for what if: what is scarlet survived and kidnapped glory? What if tsunami became queen? What if Qubli became an animus?/ what if Qubli excepted Darkstalker offer? ❤️❤️❤️

[@spinx.]

Cyprus I LOVE THIS ONE SO MUCH. Everything about it was amazing, including the drawing of Glory you did in the background (Then again when is your art not amazing?)! I especially love anything that has to do with Deathbringer, so I got so excited when I realised he was included in this story. Again, amazing art, amazing writing, amazing idea, amazing everything, I can’t wait for you to hit 50k subs!!

[@Kallay-j6m]

I love this story so much! I can totally see Glory as an assassin

[@thatonedandysworldfan1]

I love this and cant wait to see the next part and how clay, tsunami, sunny, and starflight come into the picture ^^

[@DamselflyDrawsWOF]

What if Moon was an animus? HOLD UP BETTER ONE: What if the Leafwings won the tree wars?

[@thatdudebroyayy]

Yes on leafwars no on moon because moon doesn't have any Animus parents so she is unlikely to be one (if at all possible)

[@Naliaeclipse]

THE ART IS SO BEAUTIFULLL ❤❤ Cyprus you are literally my main reason to why I draw dragons!

[@Monke_Toast]

What if the DOD weren’t raised in a cave. It would be interesting to see if they would depend on the minders more than they really did in the cave

[@NationalNewsArchives8492]

Bro,she turned a grumpy teenager to an achoalic assassin.

[@gabmyinfer5209]

"Glory was the best of the best" then my phone screamed "NOPE" with TF2 engineer voice bc some notification came and I can't stop laugh because of that timeing XD

[@atlasandhelena]

I guess glory had a bunch of GLORY in her life!! 😂

[@Waveosea]

AHAHAHA YESS I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR ANOTHER WHAT IFFF!!! Edit: AHHHH ITS SOOOO GOOD!!! BUT! Please remember... Don't overwork yourself! Have a good day/night!

[@Mossy-Creations]

Same lmao

[@Caffeinatedsilly]

Ideas: What if Webbs never got to Tsunami’s egg? What if Moons egg was found by the NightWings? What if Morrowseer made it out of the volcano?

[@richardgossman7737]

I feel like if webs didn’t get tsunami, they would probably be replaced with another rain or a spare sky if possible.

[@TableGremlin]

For the Morrowseer one, it'd just be all heck is loose and it very much needs to die

[@Caffeinatedsilly]

@@TableGremlin lol fr

[@Caffeinatedsilly]

@@richardgossman7737 maybe even an IceWing

[@TableGremlin]

@@Caffeinatedsilly He needed to abruptly fade out of existence and turn into a dragon skeleton

[@spikes_corner]

Clearsight saw this whole playlist in her mind

[@thatdudebroyayy]

Omg your right

[@artisticdragonborn]

That was a beautiful what if. Very well done, Cyprus. 👍🏻😁

[@GalaxyDaWerido]

What if Cottonmouth never got Freedom's/Lizard's egg?

[@KeeleyTheGamer.]

This is probably one of my favorites of you're what ifs

[@luckyslayz]

What if hailstorm was killed by Scarlett? Or what if Sora succeeded killing Icicle? 🤧

[@BudgieAnimations]

What if Rainwings switched their personalities from 2000yrs ago and now and they were weak and silly then but strong and powerful now??

[@RedImposterYt156]

I kinda got one “ What if Tsunami Wasn’t a fighter?” That May be my best one

[@K0ala246]

I have some ideas! 1: What if Orca actually killed Queen Coral 2: What if the SilkWings and LeafWings didn't breathe in the smoke 3: What if Glory didn't win the challenge

[@pigeonofthenorth]

I love how creative the story is ;D

[@WingsofFire_Glory_Moonwatcher]

I have a few what if ideas. 1. What if Darkstalker refused the strawberry 2. What if Winter didn’t rescue Hope/Foeslayer 3. What if Hailstorm escaped with Hope/Foeslayer (or Winter killed him)

[@wingsoffire-wv7zb]

I WAS LITREL CRYING WHEN SHE SAID AND THATS WHERE WE'LL STOP😥

[@ChonkyToad]

Ah shit....another glory story. It was still an amazing AU though! Keep up the good work!

[@ArisUltima8947]

Random idea you dont have to do it if you dont want to, What if Glory and the other dragonets had found Moonwatcher while in they where in the rainforest during the third book?

[@christenlee-os4ze]

I loved this what if so much might be my favorite

[@TheIslandgirly]

this is such a good idea for a au!

[@Bridgetteslayss]

i LOVED this! i seriously wished this happened and glory was like this! bravo!!!

[@beebee4713]

I was recently rereading The Lost Heir, and I had a thought, what if Tsunami and Auklet died in the battle against the Orca Statue. How would Coral and the rest of the DoD react, and possibly even more fun, would Blister care ? Would Blister take this opportunity to control the rest of the dragonets ? Just fun ideas.

[@Skittles-furry]

5:41 XD "by the stuff of literal nightmares" lol my fave line

[@acilantroleaf]

I got one for you! What if Anenome went with the Dragonets of Destiny after Whirlpool died?

[@elishaw1225]

You should make a video about what would have happened if Turtle hadn’t hidden from Darkstalker!

[@StoodSta1]

I gather Cyprus has a love for turning main characters into assassins o_o

[@BubbleteaNightlight]

Fun fact you reminded me of with the intro; in Darkstalker’s time, RainWings were actually feared and (I’m pretty sure) at war with the SkyWings

[@xxfiirerhinoxx3424]

There was no mention of a war? Which book?

[@BubbleteaNightlight]

@@xxfiirerhinoxx3424 in Legends Darkstalker. I think it was during one of fathom’s early chapters, but I’m not sure

[@winsorsl]

Hey its me I love your videos never stop making your amazing content again with what if ideas 1 what if marrow seer found out about moon 2 what if scarlet got sky instead of peril 3 what if sky had fire scales instead of peril 4 what if winter was the one scarlet bribed instead of icicle and icicle was the good one

[@celestialstars9]

3:14: DID I HEAR THAT RIGHT, DID SHE SAY ALCHOL! GLORY IS AN ALCHOLIC IN THIS UNIVERSE 😱

[@redneckchemistry]

Super great!!! One little oversight tho, when darkstalker got sealed in the mountain Rainwings were feared and considered one of the most dangerous tribes

[@kaitopedestrian]

Oooooo this looks hella interesting 👀 Edit: The cliffhanger 😭 That was an amazing story though! So nice how you're always able to include certain characters and events even in AUs!

[@pretzelcat581]

I love this series so much! Keep it up!

[@ssigmaste]

I think skyfire doesn't block your future from visionaries, only mind readers

[@christopherrobin1616]

Hey Cyprus, I imagine this would be quite difficult and lengthy to do but I think I would be amazing to do a What If where the IceWings and Blaze won the SandWing War of Succesion.

[@linkthemanticore4590]

I know it's unlikely you'll see this, but hey ho, worth a shot! I've been seeing some takes on, 'What if Blaze was evil,' and that got me thinking... What if Blister was good? Like, what if she really wanted what was best for the tribes? What if she helped Queen Coral instead of manipulating her? If Blister was good, who would the Nightwings choose to back instead of her? Meh, probably a stupid idea right?

[@magdatruszkowska8166]

i love this series i hope u continue

[@newtscope]

NEW CYPRUS WHAT IF VIDEO BABE BABE WAKE UP NEW CYPRUS WHAT IF VIDEO--

[@YoTiiger]

What if the rainwings found moons eggs? Since I can't see her doing it let me, sit back relax and enjoy my story (Moons pov) As I cracked out of my shell i could hear chatters from every corner, i saw vivid colours and excited, i reached towards the nearest one, it shreiked and jumped away, curiously the tilted my head looking at all the curious faces, a bunch of images popped into my head, it was scary. "Is that a nightwing?" Said one really bright rainwing "Whose dragonet is this!?, I demand to know!" Said an older rainwing with a sparkling tiara, the queen of the rainwings "OH LISTEN! I found this poor thing by the bushes and shrubs at a far eerie corner of the forest while looking for raspberries,I didn't know it would be a nightwing!" "Can everybody calm down? Your scaring the poor thing" Said another rainwing, this one looked really pretty in little dragonets eyes She raised her talons out at the baby nightwing and cradled it gently, To this moon raised out her little talons grabbing the shiny, bright thing "Aww, Let's name it MOON!" Announced the bright dragon immediately exploding with colours "Well, that won't be too bad, feed the poor thing some raspberries, Daisy since both u and the dragonet have connected it's up to you to take care of it." Announced the queen Daisy smiled and cradled the sleeping dragonet closer. *A few years later* Moon yawned waking up from a quick nap, raspberries in her little basket "OH NO! i forgot to give the berries to mother, she'll be so mad!" Moon shreiked as she pushed her way past a group of dragons, she glided smoothly, avoiding all the branches She landed on the base of their little house hurriedly,upon landing she saw her mother, Daisy resting on a hammock on the corner "Sorry mother it's just that i-" blurted out moon "Hey, stop stop that's all right now how many times have i told you calm down, you know i wont be mad darling" Daisy smiled, reaching out for the basket "Phew" thought moon, she concentrated hard to see if this was what Daisy really meant "Moon! Are you mind-reading me again?, Didn't i tell u not to!" Daisy noticed instantly, and she also immediately cleared the flow of thoughts in her head leaving moon blank "Sorry mother, i can't help it! It just won't stop I don't know why" Cried moon, looking into her empty talons Daisy sighed, she had no idea how to stop moons mind-reading, they had decided not to tell anybody incase they might get scared or do something to moon cause of it Moon also sighed deeply, but internally she hated this mind-reading thing sometimes, although it could be usefull too it made it nearly impossible for moons to go to public places withought getting a striking headache at once (Intresting so far? I hope it is! Also I'll be continuing it at 5 likes!)

[@Logi_432]

Holy cow this was amazing I love it one if not the best what if hands down can’t wait to see what happens next

[@timmy6890]

Wowzers! Amazing work! Love this series

[@OneFirePhoenix]

Suggestion: "What If Kestrel and Dune survived?"

[@WOFDragonNerd]

Cyrpus!!!!!!! I have a what if idea that stems closely to the plot of the books, specificly book ten when Darkstalker offers Qibli the one thing he wanted most, to be an animus, but instead of him saying no, he gave into temptation and said yes. I just think it is a cool what if idea and if anyone elce is interested join the current club of one person!

[@elishaw1225]

Also, THANKS FOR THE NEW VIDEO!!! 😊

[@hummingbirdwof]

A very small nickpick in darkstalker’s time the rain wings were seen as fierce it’s more of a modern idea that rain wings were lazy srry just me being specific

[@hummingbirdwof]

Btw I still enjoyed this as my favorite what if and I think it still works perfectly

[@annoyingmosquito8372]

Yea i was also thinking this

[@gracelynnw.3137]

Me too, but I loved it nonetheless!!!

[@hummingbirdwof]

@@gracelynnw.3137 same it was still absolutely amazing

[@wintershock]

I love the idea of Glory being an alcoholic. It seems fitting for her somehow.

[@sydneywignall-ly2zt]

No matter what, Glory and Deathbringer will always love each other. Also I have an idea, what if Winter and Qibli swapped places

[@DR34M0N.D3M0N]

What if Scarlet wasn’t a terrible queen? This is kinda off the top of my head and I don’t expect it to go anywhere but it might be a good idea!

[@GundamKType]

I know skyfire Blocks mind reading but I don't think it blocks being able to see dragons in the future. Also this is happening before the Comet it seems So there shouldn't be any skyfire around. Mcguard listed to good story so far and I imagine they're gathering it to try and fight Darkstalker. I kind of hope Darkstalker wins cause I love him And don't believe he's evil but I do also want to see glory and Deathbringer Come out on top too so I guess I'll be happy regardless of who wins.

[@Vixenwillow_]

I laughed my head off because "She could always find some dragon selling alcohol to pass the time."

[@Wolf_is_a_wolf]

when she was going to kill the mudwing i thought i would be clay

[@nanyabusiness4342]

i feel i should point out the glaring flaw in this what if thats been glossed over: icewings. the reason they retreated to the island was to hide from the icewings, that they were in a war with, WITH an animus queen, being in the forest wouldve made them easy targets and outside the magic barrier, fortifications etc, yet its not even mentioned in this what if and skyfire only blocks mindreading, not futuresight. also, not even an attempt at negotiation with rainwings, i mean really... sigh, guess were just making up false lore nowadays