Vmask Kobold (/vmʲask/)
Translates to "Dragon Kobold" from Draconic to Common
Culture
Culture and cultural heritage
The Vmask kobolds are a subset of kobolds with a culture that revolves around their close relationship with dragons. They highly value loyalty, particularly to their dragon overlords and the priests who serve them. The accumulation of wealth is also highly valued by Vmask kobolds, and they are known to decorate themselves with jewelry as a tribute to their master. Unlike their warren counterparts, Vmask kobolds have a strict hierarchy, with priests and warriors holding positions of power. They are organized in a tribal confederacy, with each kobold having a specific role to play, such as sorcerers specializing in magical abilities, hunters and warriors trained for combat, and crafters and strategists trained for cleverness. The Vmask kobold lair is far more grand and ornate than that of the warren kobolds, with tunnels that reflect the hoard of their dragon overlords. The kobolds' cultural dress is typically made from materials found in their underground environment, and they often decorate their clothing and accessories with precious stones. Overall, Vmask kobolds prioritize the interests of their tribe and dragon overlords above all else.
Shared customary codes and values
The Vmask kobolds have a strong sense of tribal identity and follow a set of customary codes and shared values. They highly value loyalty, particularly to their dragon overlords and the priests who serve them. The kobolds place great importance on the hoard and view the accumulation of wealth as a key indicator of success. They are also known to value cleverness and resourcefulness, as evidenced by the training of crafters and strategists in their society. Additionally, they have a strong sense of hierarchy, with priests and warriors holding positions of power, and they are organized in a strictly hierarchical manner. Overall, the Vmask kobolds prioritize the interests of their tribe and dragon overlords above all else.
Common Dress code
The cultural dress of Vmask kobolds is typically made from materials found in their underground environment, such as leather, fur, and bone. They often decorate their clothing and accessories with jewels and other precious stones, which they acquire to add to their hoard. The clothing tends to be practical and utilitarian, with a focus on durability and functionality. Warriors may wear armor made from dragon scales, while priests may wear ceremonial robes adorned with gold and jewels.
Art & Architecture
Vmask kobolds prioritize functionality and durability in their architecture, often using stone or metal to construct their underground dwellings. They decorate their spaces with gold and other treasures, and may even incorporate dragon scales as a symbol of loyalty to their dragon overlords. Their art and architecture reflect their practical and wealth-oriented nature, with aesthetics taking a secondary role to function.
Common Customs, traditions and rituals
The Vmask kobolds, a unique community, have a well-defined hierarchy. This hierarchy is composed of several roles, each of which has its own responsibilities and duties. For example, acolytes are the laborers who perform the menial tasks required to keep the community running smoothly. On the other hand, the warriors pledge to defend the priests and the dragon, and they are willing to make great sacrifices to fulfill this responsibility. There are also dragonshields, who are champions selected by a dragon and invested with great power to protect its eggs. Scale sorcerers are responsible for diplomatic relations, and they serve as the mouthpieces of the dragons. Spellclerks, on the other hand, are responsible for overseeing field agents and providing valuable insights into their enemies' internal affairs. Wyrmpriests are wizards who worship dragons and can use dragon breath, giving them significant power and influence. Dragonwrought sorcerers are a rare type of winged kobold born with the unique ability to exhale dragon breath. Finally, prophets are kobolds who have mastered the art of manipulation to gain influence and worm their way closer to the dragon. Despite the absence of a traditional king, the priests still manage to gain power and influence through their position in the hierarchy. Their role is similar to that of a king, and they wield significant power over the community.
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