Have you heard of the currently popular fantasy work "Drifting Dragons"? It's actually a popular work that ranked 14th in "This Manga is Amazing! 2018." It's written by Taikaku Kuwabara, and its Ghibli-esque worldview and depictions of delicious food quickly became a hot topic. It's even been announced that it will be made into an anime in 2020. We're all looking forward to seeing how things develop. In this article, we'll introduce Vanabel (Vanny), a character from "Drifting Dragons." She's one of the crew members. This work features many unique characters, but what kind of character is she? Let's take a closer look!
What is the story of "Drifting Dragons"?
Before introducing dragons, let me first introduce this work. Dragons are the rulers of the sky. In this world, dragons are a threat and a disaster to many people on earth, but at the same time, they are a treasure trove. Dragons are sometimes valued for their use in medicine, oil, and food. Those who hunt these dragons are known as "dragon hunters." They pilot dragon-hunting ships, soaring through the skies, hunting dragons and traveling. This story is about one of the "dragon hunters," the Queen Zaza, and its crew. The story unfolds around a unique crew, including ace pilot Mika and rookie Takita.
[Airborne Dragons] Beautiful and reliable! What kind of character is Vanabelle (Vanny)?
First, let me introduce Vanabelle (Vanny) in detail. While most people call her "Vanny," this is just a nickname. Her real name is "Vanabelle." Incidentally, the main character, Mika, is the only one among the crew who calls her by her real name, "Vanabelle."
What does she look like?
This is what Vanabelle (Vani) looks like. She's incredibly beautiful, isn't she? She has a distinctive blonde ponytail, thick eyebrows, and a sharp expression. Is she what you'd call a "cool beauty"? Takita, another female character, is a cute, innocent girl, so this one seems like the complete opposite.
What's her personality like?
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At first glance, the cool and beautiful Vanabel may seem unapproachable. However, she also has a very caring side to her friends. When Takita fell off the ship, she stayed up all night searching for him. She's so kind. Incidentally, she shares a room with Takita. It's also said that she can handle a lot of alcohol.
[Airborne Dragons] Vanabel is Strong!
In fact, Vanabel is quite strong. Her dragon-catching skills are on par with ace Mika. You can see that this is quite a feat! She's truly a reliable older sister.
What is her relationship with Mika?
By the way, there are scenes that suggest Vanabel may have romantic feelings for Mika. It's unclear how the story will unfold or whether a romantic relationship will be depicted, but it's definitely something to look forward to. It feels like a mature love story. Mika has a weakness for dragons, and although she usually seems unmotivated, her eyes light up when it comes to dragons. He's a little (or a lot?) strange, but the straightforwardness of his feelings is something to admire. Plus, Mika is wild and cool, so if their relationship were to develop, wouldn't they make a perfect couple?
[Airborne Dragons] Vanabel's Terrine is Delicious!
In this world, dragons are cooked. After capturing them, they're processed and then eaten. Dragons are said to be treasure troves, and one dragon can fetch a considerable amount of money. "Airborne Dragons" features many dragon recipes, and in one scene, Vanabel treats everyone to a homemade terrine.
Looks Delicious! Dragon's Pre-made Terrine
Here's the terrine Vanabel served. Doesn't it look delicious? This dish seems to go well with alcohol, and Mika really liked it. We ate it while toasting. Here's how to make it:
How to Make Terrine
The ingredients are dragon liver, sweet potato, pickled cabbage, salt, pepper, garlic, and dragon fat. First, rub salt, pepper, and minced garlic into the dragon liver. Then, place the dragon fat and liver in a deep pot and heat at 80°C or higher for 1.5 to 2 hours to make the confit. Next, mash the sweet potato and mix well with salt, pepper, and a little of the fat from the liver confit. Line the inside of the mold with pickled cabbage, and then pack in the mashed sweet potato and slices of confit, one after the other. Be careful not to trap any air! Then, fold in any excess pickled cabbage inside the mold and press firmly. Slide a knife between the mold and the terrine to remove it from the mold.
Chicken can be used instead!
Actually, you can use chicken instead of the dragon meat in this terrine! That means you can make it at home, right? Many "Drifting Dragons" fans have recreated the dish. If you're interested, why not try making a Vanabelle terrine with chicken?
[Drifting Dragons] Vanabelle Introduction Summary!
That concludes our introduction to Vanabelle, a character from "Drifting Dragons"! It's really wonderful that she's a cool, beautiful character who also has the ability to hunt dragons. I also like the contrast in how caring she is towards her friends. I'm also curious about her relationship with the main character, Mika! "Airborne Dragons" is set to be made into an anime in 2020. Once it's made into an anime, it's sure to become even more popular. If you're interested, be sure to read up on the original manga now! I'm really looking forward to future developments. Thank you for reading this far.
