Bahamut
The Platinum Dragon, Lord of the North Wind, Rival of Tiamat Bahamut (a.k.a. Silver Scales (by followers), Just Wing (by silver dragons), Ba (close family/friends))
Aspects
Power: 4/5 (Planet-level influence)
Interest: 4/5 (Primary focus on mortal affairs)
Passion: 3/5 (Capricious and fickle)
Form: 4/5 (Dragon-like form)
Thought: 4/5 (Understandable with eccentricities)
Aspects & Domain
Heralds: Gleaming light, tolling bells, gusts of cold wind
Communication: Visions, omens, guidance through intuition
Realm: Bahamut dwells on a mountain peak wreathed in snow and clouds. His palace glitters with platinum and white opals.
Worship: Followers make offerings of valuable metals and gems. They pray for guidance and recite Bahamut's teachings.
Followers
Bahamut's followers are extremely devoted to righteous causes and value wisdom, justice and mercy. They have significant influence and resources to advance Bahamut's domains. There are enough followers to populate a large nation. Many metallic dragons also revere Bahamut.Divine Domains
Light Domain.
Artifacts
A platinum dragon statuette.
Holy Books & Codes
The Tome of Law and Mercy, Draconic Scriptures (collections of parables and teachings).
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Platinum Dragon emblem, scales, aurora borealis.
Tenets of Faith
Justice through noblesse oblige. Mercy for those seeking redemption. Balance natural order.
Holidays
Festival of Justice (judging souls), Aurora's End (winter solstice), Scales of Fate (new year), Rising Sun (thanks for each dawn).
Divine Goals & Aspirations
Guide mortals and dragons to righteousness. Redeem lost souls like Tiamat. Maintain Balance.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Bahamut is in the peak of health and fitness as a massive platinum dragon deity of unmatched power and resilience.
Body Features
Muscular draconic form covered in hard platinum scales. Standing on four legs with massive wings. Long sinuous neck and tail.
Facial Features
Elongated draconic snout with piercing silvery eyes. Regal features radiate ancient wisdom and authority.
Identifying Characteristics
Glowing silvery eyes, distinctive platinum scales, massive size dwarfing all other dragons.
Special abilities
Flight, magic, divine healing, commands elements like wind. Voice carries compulsion. Near-immortality.
Apparel & Accessories
Elaborate platinum plate armor etched with symbols of justice. Gleaming auric mantle resembling the aurora.
Specialized Equipment
None needed, raw divine power is weapon enough.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Bahamut is one of the eldest and most powerful metallic dragons, a deity who has guided dragonkind for millennia. Though originally allied with his sister Tiamat, he imprisoned her after she turned to evil and now opposes her corrupting influence. He works to redeem those under her sway and promote justice, wisdom and mercy throughout the world.
Gender Identity
As a draconic deity, Bahamut's understanding of gender is tied to his divine nature and role. He embodies masculine traits of strength, protection and leadership.
Sexuality
Bahamut, as an immortal deity, is beyond normal concepts of sexuality. He is focused on steering dragonkind and mortal races towards righteousness.
Education
Bahamut gained his vast intellect and experience over thousands of years interacting with mortals and observing the world. He has learned from both successes and failures of the past.
Accomplishments & Achievements
Imprisoning the corrupting Tiamat, guiding many dragons and mortal followers to righteous paths, establishing justice and balance.
Failures & Embarrassments
Unable to fully redeem his sister or prevent conflicts/suffering in the world despite his power.
Mental Trauma
Witnessing the corruption of his sister and family over ages.
Intellectual Characteristics
Incredibly wise and perceptive after millennia. Able to understand any perspective but strongly believes in justice.
Morality & Philosophy
Promotes wisdom, justice, mercy. Believes in redemption where possible and defeating tyranny/cruelty through honorable means.
Taboos
Cruelty, lawlessness, oppression of the weak. Corruption of morality.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
To steer mortal and draconic races towards justice, mercy and righteousness. Redeem those lost to corruption if possible.
Savvies & Ineptitudes
Statesmanship, strategy, magic, natural philosophy. Understanding diverse viewpoints.
Likes & Dislikes
Likes justice, natural wonders, compassion, enlightenment. Metallic dragons.
Dislikes cruelty, suffering of the innocent, tyranny, corruption without hope of redemption. Tiamat.
Virtues & Personality perks
Wisdom, mercy, justice, leadership, patience, eloquence. Immense power and intellect.
Vices & Personality flaws
None truly, but can be distant and abstracted in mortal affairs at times.
Personality Quirks
Enjoying isolated contemplation. Eccentric turns of phrase reflecting vast experience.
Hygiene
Bahamut is intrinsically clean and pristine as a divine being. His realm naturally radiates purity.
Social
Reign
Has guided dragonkind for millennia, maintaining balance between mortal and draconic realms.
Contacts & Relations
Metallic dragons, gods, archangels, powerful mortals he has aided over the ages. Siblings include Tiamat, Zorquan, Asgorath. Allies include Moradin, Lliira.
Family Ties
Strained with Tiamat, closer but occasionally trialsome bonds with brothers.
Religious Views
Embodies justice, mercy and righteousness as the head of the Draconic Pantheon.
Social Aptitude
Highly charismatic, eloquent, and cultured due to vast millennia of experience.
Mannerisms
Gestures with sinuous neck and tail. Speaks with authority and wisdom befitting an ancient being.
Hobbies & Pets
No pets, but is closely bonded to all metallic dragons and regards them as extended family. Hobbies include contemplation, counseling followers, study of philosophy and natural mysteries.
Speech
Carries an aura of power and divinity. Speaks formally but accessibly on justice/redemption.
Relationships
History
Tiamat and Bahamut have a negative relationship as eternal rivals. Bahamut imprisoned Tiamat long ago, and she desires vengeance. Ancient siblings turned bitter enemies over philosophical differences.
Nicknames & Petnames
Tiamat calls Bahamut "Traitor". Bahamut calls her "Sister".
Relationship Reasoning
Tiamat feels betrayed by Bahamut's opposition. Bahamut hopes to redeem Tiamat.
Commonalities & Shared Interests
Shared ancient history, knowledge, and experiences as two of the oldest dragons.
Shared Secrets
Know private details about each other's true feelings and motivations.
Shared Acquaintances
Other dragon deities like Asgorath, Zorquan, and Garyx.
History
Allies with some philosophical differences. Bahamut and Zorquan have a complicated bond, as Bahamut tries to teach Zorquan mercy and justice.
Nicknames & Petnames
Bahamut calls Zorquan "Honored Zorquan". Zorquan calls Bahamut "Lord Bahamut".
Relationship Reasoning
Bahamut wants to guide dragonkind morally. Zorquan cares only for draconic power.
Commonalities & Shared Interests
Both extremely powerful and influential over dragonkind.
Shared Secrets
Know details about each other's true motivations and plans.
Shared Acquaintances
Other dragon deities like Tiamat and Kereska.
Wealth & Financial state
Divinely wealthy, commands untold treasure and magical items in his celestial realm. Has no needs for money.
Divine Classification
God
Alignment
Lawful Good
Current Status
Guiding followers and dragonkind
Church/Cult
Honorary & Occupational Titles
The Platinum Dragon, Lord of the North Wind, Rival of Tiamat
Age
Ancient
Date of Birth
Unknown
Circumstances of Birth
Born of divine essence
Birthplace
Unknown planes
Spouses
Children
Current Residence
Palatial mountaintop residence
Pronouns
He/Him
Sex
Male
Gender
Masculine
Presentation
Draconic
Eyes
Glowing silver, draconic, round pupils
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Platinum scales
Height
50 feet
Weight
10 tons, carried evenly on draconic form
Quotes & Catchphrases
There is no victory without honor.
Where wrath or pride prevail, redemption will never find purchase.
Aligned Organization
Character Prototype
No single actor could portray Bahamut's divine inhuman form and ageless nature. Perhaps similar in role to mystical being/deities like Doctor Strange or Gandalf.
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