That would explain it. That dragons are such a threat, moreso than normal... just returning... Yes, it all explains why he gets odd looks sometimes for wearing his draconic armor.

"Where I'm from, there was once a time where my ancestors rode dragons..." He sighs. His father had done so as well, but that time is now unfortunately past. "But aside from that, the wild ones were always a danger... They're never to be underestimated. Even so... If you ever need someone to aid in battling them, I have experience with that."