Although Kargas had gained a lot of strength after slaying Killgara, it wasn't difficult for him to control it. If anything, he had an easier time controlling and bringing out the full scope of his Dragon Slayer abilities after reaching initial maturity.
So, he could suppress his magic defense that worked like a charm against magic from dragons and dragon-related beings. Otherwise, Mara, whose magic had grown closer to that of a dragon's after her life-threatening training and Trana's guidance, would never have been able to bring Kargas along with them in the sky.
Kargas could move around quickly enough on the ground to almost keep up with them. But it wasn't efficient, especially if they were going to cross a vast ocean to get to Tenger.
"Dragon Slayer, you have been to Tenger before, right? What is it like?"
