Hao Xuan and the other slaves were swiftly ushered into a long and sturdy carriage being pulled by four feathery beasts. They looked remarkably similar to ostriches from earth only bigger and a lot deadlier thanks to the curved beaks and sword-like talons.
There were even some flickering flames around the feathers of their girthy legs.
Hao Xuan threw them a cursory glance before jumping in. It wasn't the first time he had seen such creatures but ones with elemental powers were still rare in the outside world.
'Creatures like this thrive in hot climates which makes them perfect mounts for this dreadful place. But having four of them to pull a carriage is a little overkill no?'
Or so he thought.
Once all the slaves were loaded into the floating carriage that was more like a chicken pen thanks to all the bars, two oxen-tribesmen came out and jumped on top as well.