Nokemono Domoni Shukufuku wo – Fuyufusa Joe

In order to save his home village, Jonak seeks the help of the dragon god, who is said to grant the wishes of humans. However, Adain, the dragon god, demands Jonak himself in return. Despite being puzzled by Adain’s arrogant attitude, which is so unlike the benevolent image painted in legends, Jonak readily agrees to become the “dragon’s companion”…!?
[A haughty dragon god × a lonely orphaned youth]

Blessings to the Outcasts is a fantasy romance between a dragon god and a village orphan who asked for his help to save his village. It is set in a vaguely Eastern European world where many magical creatures exist. It’s an intriuging blend of magic, science, and arcane manipulations.

Jonak crossed the cursed sea to the island where the dragon god, Adain, lives. After asking for help to stop the orcs, Adain gave his word. In return, Jonak becomes his mate. The two went on to save the village and, through the years, figured out why the orcs were abducting human females.

The plot follows the progression of their relationship throughout the decades and their interactions with various people, including Lucius, Adain’s brother. One significant character was Ilse, Jonak’s former fiancée, who married his brother when Jonak disappeared for 3 years. Adain found her aggravating, a.k.a. the dragon god is jealous, even though Ilse was off-page and far away most of the time.

As a grumpy marshmallow dragon, Adain could sometimes appear callous and cold-hearted when it comes to humans, but really saved humanity and even the orcs from their woes.

The dragon god made it seem like an impersonal business arrangement when Jonak asked him to teach him different languages. I laughed when Lucius pointed out, “You could just say, I want to fulfill your every wish.”

Jonak is an earnest, good-natured young man who took Adain’s quirks in stride. After the initial, rather intimidating encounter, he pretty much went along with Adain’s flow. He’s the type of honest, do-gooding sort who can’t lie. He’s a great influence on Adain.

The manga is dialogue-heavy. There are even scenes where Adain and Jonak were having sex while having lengthy conversations about human politics and governance. There were other parts where they talk about religion and orc affairs that made my eyes glaze over, so I skimmed plenty.

Despite the long talks, I still found the manga charming. The storytelling felt unique, and while some elements were confusing, the various plot threads were resolved satisfactorily.

It’s the endearing and enduring connection between Adain and Jonak that shines bright. It’s a literal forever for them, as dragons are immortal and so are their mates.

We get a tough, muscular uke who hunts and a lanky, refined seme who likes embroidery. Their contrasting personalities meshed well together, making the romance that much sweeter. The mutual care and the obvious affection for each other are giving me life!

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