Dragon
The apex predators and sovereigns of the Dragonlands. Among the oldest species on the plane, they have existed since the 2nd Age. Blessed with intelligence, resilience, strength, flight, and elemental powers, they were among Calamity's first creations. During the Reign of the Dragon Tyrant, many of the dragons, being still young adults, were conscripted into their service as agents of destruction. Following the loss of their tyrant, many dragons sought to fill their place, spreading their domination across the plane. Standing against them were the Giants, who sought to wipe all traces of the Dragon Tyrant's memory from existence.
Over time, many sub-species of dragons came into being. The Wyverns, Drakes, Amphiteres, and Wyrms. While mighty enough to instill the fear of their ancestors, they lack the legendary destructive power of the true dragons.
Some believe that, since Ulthgar the Patient was the first dragon, they are the God of Dragons. This theory is exceedingly difficult to confirm, however. What few dragons are old enough to remember the 2nd Age rarely take such questions, being more likely to exterminate any fool who asks them if Ulthgar is their God.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Four legs, one or more pairs of wings, armored scales, enormous teeth & claws, destructive breath weapon
Genetics and Reproduction
Laying of eggs
Growth Rate & Stages
Wyrmling - Medium Size - Age 10 years or less
Young Dragon - Large Size - Age 10-300+ years
Adult Dragon - Huge Size - 400-900+ years
Ancient Dragon - Gargantuan Size - 1000+ years
Elder Dragon - Gargantuan Size - 5000+ years
Additional Information
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Exceptionally Perceptive
Civilization and Culture
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Draconic
Common Taboos
Fear
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Rivalry with Elder Dinosaurs
Old Grudges with Giants
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Genetic Descendants
Scientific Name
Draco Dominus
Origin/Ancestry
Elder Race
Conservation Status
Worry about your own conservation
Geographic Distribution
Related Organizations
Related Myths
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