In The Dragon Republic, Rin grapples with the aftermath of her actions and the weight of her growing powers. Haunted by trauma and addiction, she becomes embroiled in a new political conflict as factions within the Nikara Empire vie for control. Rin allies with the Dragon Warlord, who promises a vision of a democratic republic, but his goals may not align with her own thirst for vengeance. The book delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral complexities of leadership, as Rin must decide where her true allegiances lie.Tropes: Political Intrigue, Found Family, Power Struggles, Antiheroine Journey, Betrayal, Dark Fantasy, Revolution.