thinking about the experiences of a dormant dragon in human form who hasn't consciously realized their nature yet but whose flame is very slowly beginning to manifest
While on a leisurely walk, they find themselves being entranced by herds of livestock, their eye being drawn to a straggler seperated from the group
Recently, they've started to feel like they should keep their coinpurse near them when sleeping, such as under a pillow or sleeping right on top of it
They find themselves a lot more in tune with the weather, their awareness of things like air pressure and the wind sharpening greatly
One day in the middle of a cold snap, they find themselves shivering much less than before
They accidentally nick themselves with a knife while cutting vegetables - but the blade doesnt even break their skin
When they're cross or angry in an argument, people back down easier now. Asking a friend why, they are told that they just seem more intimidating these days when they're mad. That they've got an intense look to them.
Animals take notice - that loud dog who never liked them before has stopped barking at them, perhaps intimidated, or perhaps recognizing them as a lord of beasts...
