Book of Dragons

Book of Dragons is an animated short film that follows the popular characters from the How to Train Your Dragon franchise. The film features Jay Baruchel as the voice of Hiccup, Craig Ferguson as Gobber, America Ferrera as Astrid, Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Fishlegs, Jim Cummings as Stoick, and Tress MacNeille as various characters.

The plot of the story revolves around Gobber, who is giving a class to a group of new dragon riders on the various dragon species they could encounter on their journey. Gobber also presents a unique set of tools and techniques that were gathered from ancient manuscripts, referred to as the "Book of Dragons."

As Gobber goes through the Book of Dragons, the group encounters various dragons along the way, facing unique challenges with each one. The different dragon species include the Gronkle, Deadly Nadder, Whispering Death, and Hideous Zippleback. The class is full of fun and excitement, as the students get to see each dragon's strengths and weaknesses and how to tackle them.

One of the most exciting aspects of Book of Dragons is the exploration of the different dragon classes. The film provides information on the dragons' classifications according to strengths, weaknesses, abilities, and behavior around humans, giving young viewers an idea of what to expect from each dragon they encounter. It also sets the stage for the continuation of the story in the following films.

The film also touches on the technology and tools required to train dragons. Gobber presents an array of different tools that dragon trainers can use, such as a Dragon Blade, Whipping Darts, Gronckle Iron shield, amongst other interesting gadgets.

Overall, Book of Dragons is an excellent addition to the How to Train Your Dragon franchise. Although it does not provide any new groundbreaking information about the dragons or their environment, it is enjoyable to discover the different dragon classes and their unique abilities. It also serves as a reminder of why we love the characters and creatures in this franchise. The story is well-written, and the voice-over performances are natural and immersive, just as expected from the seasoned voice actors. The film is perfect for kids and families who are fans of the franchise or are looking to be introduced to these captivating dragons.