If you’re into dragons with big personalities, hilarious facial expressions, and a surprisingly wholesome streak, then Part Time Dragons is your new favorite artist. This Instagram creator is known for blending epic fantasy creatures with everyday humor, giving us dragons who bicker like siblings, worry about pets, and occasionally forget about the “terrifying” part of being a dragon.
Their art style mixes sharp, expressive lines with bursts of vibrant color, making every panel feel alive. Instead of just showing dragons as fearsome beasts, Part Time Dragons gives them relatable quirks—whether it’s being awkward in social situations, dealing with misunderstandings, or, in this case, needing a babysitter for a pet cat. It’s fantasy, comedy, and heartwarming friendship all rolled into one.
The Story – “Can You Cat-Sit?”
This particular comic follows two dragon rivals—one black, one white—whose relationship is… let’s call it complicated. They’ve fought countless battles before, but today’s meeting isn’t about fire and claws.
Scene 1 – The Unexpected Request
The comic kicks off with the black dragon asking the most un-dragon-like question possible:
“Can you take care of my cat next week?”
The white dragon is completely stunned, eyes wide, practically shouting “!?!!” in disbelief. This is not what they expected from a rival encounter.
Scene 2 – A Summons for… This?
In a flashback-style panel, we see the white dragon arriving after being summoned. The black dragon greets them cheerfully:
“Thanks for answering my summons!”
The white dragon, suspicious and expecting something serious, says:
“You said you had something important to ask…”
Scene 3 – The Wrong Kind of Fight
The white dragon’s imagination runs wild. Their eyes blaze with fiery determination as they roar:
“Is it time to settle our rivalry?!”
Scene 4 – The Truth Comes Out
Back in reality, the black dragon explains calmly:
“I was invited to a big fight, so I need someone to take care of them.” (gesturing to the adorable black cat with big yellow eyes)
Meanwhile, the white dragon’s heart is breaking—not because of the cat, but because they weren’t invited to the big fight:
“There’s a big fight I didn’t get invited to?”
Scene 5 – A Question of Trust
The black dragon pleads again:
“Please take care of my cat next week!”
The white dragon isn’t convinced, snapping:
“What makes you trust me?!”
Scene 6 – The “I Could Eat Him” Threat
The white dragon points out the obvious:
“All we’ve ever done is battle! I could just eat him!”
They hold the tiny cat in one massive claw, the cat looking completely unbothered by the danger.
Scene 7 – Confidence Over Fear
The black dragon, without missing a beat, smirks and says:
“You won’t.”
That level of confidence is both flattering and infuriating for the white dragon.
Scene 8 – Honest Rivals
Finally, the black dragon explains why they’re so sure:
“After our countless battles, I know you’re an honest guy!”
The white dragon softens, still holding the cat, and reluctantly agrees:
“Fine, just invite me next time, okay?”
The two dragons, sworn rivals, share a quiet moment of mutual respect… with the cat calmly sitting in between them.
Why This Comic Works So Well
This story is such a fun twist on dragon lore because it flips every expectation on its head. Instead of a deadly duel, we get a babysitting request. Instead of roaring battles, we get emotional honesty. And the cat—cool, calm, and clearly used to this chaos—ties the whole thing together with a silent, adorable presence.
Part Time Dragons nails the humor by balancing dramatic expressions with everyday dialogue. The panels switch between over-the-top “battle mode” art and soft, pastel-toned moments of sincerity. This contrast makes every punchline land even harder.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever had to ask someone you’re not exactly best friends with for a favor, you’ll relate to this comic instantly. And if you’ve ever been trusted with something precious—like a friend’s pet—you’ll feel the same mix of pride and pressure the white dragon does here.
Part Time Dragons proves that even the fiercest rivals can have moments of trust… especially when there’s a cat involved.
For more dragon antics like this, you can check out the artist’s work on Instagram at instagram.com/parttimedragons—but be warned, once you start scrolling, you’ll lose track of time in the best way possible.
