DxD: The Dragon Oppai {Chapter 196: Really?! ] (Patreon)

"It is a realm of chaos…I'm sure to a dragon it would feel like home," Zeus pointed out.

Hera looked a bit disturbed as she shook her head, "I have a wonder…if any of you know the answer. I understand that Ophis is one of the most powerful beings we know of, but just how powerful is she exactly? Multiple pantheons uniting like this is unheard of. Is she more powerful than every god in our world? If so, then by how much?"

"Ophis is called the Infinite Ouroboros Dragon for a reason. The disparity between her and us Gods is as vast as we gods compared to mortal humans. Even the most powerful gods like the great destroyer Shiva would only be like a demi-god in comparison to the dragon gods. They are undeniably the most powerful beings known to exist," Odin answered distantly.

Hera looked appalled, "I knew she was powerful…but she's THAT much stronger than all of us?! Plus with that dragon army…fighting her would be suicidal! Why are we even getting involved in this then?!"

"Surely, you're exaggerating, King Odin…you're saying we're like mortals in comparison to Ophis?! I can accept she's more powerful than all the gods in our world, but that kind of disparity is absurd," Poseidon protested the idea.

Zeus was quick to interject, "He's not exaggerating…the titans and the primordials were all terrified of Ophis. Nyx is the only being I have ever feared other than Typhon…and she too feared Ophis."

Demeter gave Zeus a confused look, "Wait…so you knew more than you said back at Olympus? Why didn't you mention it during our assembly?"

"It serves no purpose to frighten the children with doom and gloom. As the King of Olympus I was entrusted with hidden knowledge…but I was also trusted to only tell others what they need to know. They do not need distractions…they need to confidently perform their duties until we find a solution," Zeus countered.

"So why did you send Athena to the vanguard? Your favorite daughter is the most danger of dying if Ophis is as powerful as you say she is," Hera sassed.

Zeus's eagle head turned back so that an eye could see her, "Athena alone is the only child I would truly trust with the truth about what we're up against. She is also highly respected by many pantheons and is smart enough to gather intel that we need."

"Athena didn't seem too thrilled about going," Poseidon pointed out.

Zeus turned his head forward again, "That's because she knows the other reason I sent her there. Knowing Athena, she will try to be diplomatic and honorable. She will undoubtedly talk to the Crimson Nightmare Dragon. She sees the best in other people and will gauge this half-dragon's intentions. I am not opposed to joining forces with him. If he stands opposed to Ophis, then he would make a good ally."

"Wait…you expect Athena to talk to the dragon?! You want to ally with him?" Hera said, surprised.

"It is something I know Athena will attempt. Her hesitation was likely because she knows how dangerous Ophis and her dragon generals are. With Artemis there though, it's hard to say if she'll accomplish this task. At the very least she is powerful enough to help the vanguard and has the diplomatic skills to work with the other pantheons until then," Zeus noted.

"Hmm…well that Issei Hyoudou is half-human according to Hades. Athena would definitely give him a chance knowing that," Demeter nodded in acknowledgement.

"You seriously think this dragon could be an ally for us?" Poseidon said doubtfully.

"Possibly…any dragon that the angels would trust is certainly not an evil dragon. Apollo and Helios were both friends to the angels of heaven. They have both told me a lot about how angels are. They are lawfully good creatures…sometimes extreme enforcers of order, but generally a good judge of character. If they trust this Issei Hyoudou, then it's short-sighted to think he's like other dragons. I've seen dragons allied with devils and fallen angels, but I've never known one to be allied with the angels of heaven." Zeus explained.

Odin nodded, "Quite insightful, King Zeus. I agree that not all dragons are evil. Having the trust of angels is certainly a good sign of the Crimson Nightmare Dragon's character."

Hera glanced over at Odin now, "I almost forgot to ask, but did Hermes tell you Norse gods to send a vanguard to Japan as well?"

Odin nodded at her, "He did…my son Thor volunteered to go. Thor expects a battle and he wants to be there to protect Midgard."

"It puts me at ease knowing Thor will be there with the girls," Zeus said with approval, "though I question his surveillance skills and his diplomacy. If his reputation is anything to consider, he might instigate a conflict sooner."

"You would be surprised, Zeus…Thor isn't quite the short-sighted berserker he used to be," Odin commented.

"I don't know that much about Thor. He is your oldest son, right?" Poseidon asked.

"My oldest and most powerful son. He's even more powerful than I am. In fact he's the strongest god in our pantheon. Thor is the protector of Asgard and champion of the Aesir," Odin nodded.

Poseidon looked a bit bewildered by that news, "So, your son is more powerful than you, but he doesn't rule your pantheon?"

"He might one day…especially if he outlives me. The original prophecy of Ragnarok stated we would both die. Thor is powerful, yes, but he lacks wisdom and isn't very suited for ruling…at least not yet. He has matured much over the centuries though. He listens to my council, he trusts his brothers, and he doesn't see everything as black and white like he once did. If I survive, then in time I will step down and give the throne to him," Odin stated.