The novel begins with a prophecy that encourages readers to identify elements of the prophecy within the events of the story. The motif of prophesy leaves plot points and character development open to interpretation. For example, the prophecy encourages reflections on issues such as Power, Corruption, and the Abuse of Power and Loyalty, Family, and Friendship typical of a Bildungsroman while leaving the reader unsure which character or event may be referenced in the prophecy at any moment.

Further, the Jade Mountain Prophecy is the first true prophecy in the story world. The prophecy that guided the first five novels of the series was revealed to be fake. The uncertainty surrounding prophecy impacts how prophecy is understood and functions in the fictional universe. The prophecy remains an ambiguous backdrop with multiple possible interpretations. These interpretations may change as characters make decisions that shift the role they seem to play in the prophecy. Prophecy in the Wings of Fire universe prompts the readers toward deeper engagement with the text rather than locking-in the destiny of the characters from the beginning.