The Eating Woods · Character
Raivox
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 18
Raivox is a supporting character in The Eating Woods, first appearing in Anathema (Book 1).
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- Age
- newly hatched
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 18
- Books
- 2
Raivox begins in Anathema as a small, black-scaled bird-like dragon hatched in Maevyth Bronwick’s bedroom, serving as her affectionate companion who senses danger and rescues her from wickens. By Eldritch, Raivox has grown into a colossal fifteen-meter-tall Corvugon with feathered wings, silver-flame breath, and a burned chest patch, bonded to Maevyth through a magical glove that links them soul-to-soul. The creature’s protective instincts deepen as it responds to Maevyth’s thoughts, carries her through the sky, guards its own eggs, and shields her during Zevander’s violent episodes. Across both books Raivox transitions from a fledgling rescuer to a formidable aerial guardian whose loyalty is expressed through both combat and quiet understanding with Maevyth’s allies.
Description
A small, shiny black-scaled, winged creature with silvery eyes and glowing silver crescent markings on either side of its face. Its beak-like maw is lined with teeth and has a bony horn along the upper mandible; it has four taloned feet, stronger hind legs, and a long, spiked tail with strange swirls in its scales. Its black wings span about a foot on either side when spread. A colossal Corvugon bird-dragon, about fifteen meters tall, with enormous black wings and soft black feathers over a body of rough, glittery black scales. It has four scaled legs with claws, a thick scaled tail, a large beak lined with bladed teeth, and two small horns curving back from its neck. Its eyes are described as silver and glowing. A raw, glistening patch is visible on its chest where scales have been burned away.
Connections
Friends & mentorsRivals
Maevyth BronwickFriend
Begins as an instinctive hatchling companion who senses danger and rescues Maevyth; evolves into a soul-bonded guardian linked by a magical glove, responding to her thoughts, carrying her aloft, and protecting her and its own eggs.
Zevander RydainnOther
Initially shown as outside Zevander’s control while Zevander handles other dangerous creatures; later watches Zevander closely during violent episodes, acknowledges him after he protects Maevyth, and guards the Rotting Tree entrance while Zevander is sought inside.
Story so far
BOOK 1Anathema
- Hatches in Maevyth Bronwick’s bedroom
- Senses Maevyth’s danger and flies to her rescue
- Kills attacking wickens in the woods
- Responds affectionately to Maevyth’s touch
BOOK 2Eldritch
- Grows into a fifteen-meter-tall Corvugon with silver-flame breath
- Answers Maevyth’s call to rescue her and Aleysia from spiders
- Attempts to break into a room when Zevander attacks Maevyth
- Carries Maevyth through the sky and guards its eggs while she searches for Zevander
- Recognizes Zevander’s sword and guards the entrance to the Rotting Tree
Key events
- Book 2
Ch. 24The Spider Attack on the CottageEnormous spiders emerge inside the cottage, forcing Maevyth and Aleysia to flee; they are saved by Raivox. - Book 2
Ch. 74Maevyth's Bond with RaivoxMaevyth receives a metallic black glove that fuses to her hand, allowing her to command Raivox soul-to-soul. - Book 2
Ch. 83Zevander's Fall into NethyriaZevander is overwhelmed by creatures and falls into the bottomless chasm while fighting Cadavros.
Gallery
Book 2: Eldritch
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