Dragonborn
In the realm of Ostrium, where towering mountains stretch towards the sky and ancient forests whisper secrets of old, there dwells a race unlike any other: the Dragonborn. Born from the union of dragons and mortal beings, they walk the earth as living embodiments of the majestic power and enduring wisdom of their draconic ancestors.
Legend tells of a time when dragons roamed the land freely, their wings casting shadows over vast kingdoms and their roars shaking the very foundations of the earth. It was during this era of myth and magic that the first Dragonborn emerged, their birth heralded by the clash of thunder and the crackle of arcane energies. Born from the union of dragon and mortal, they inherited the strength, resilience, and innate magic of their forebears, as well as the fiery spirit and indomitable will of their humanoid ancestors.
As the ages passed, the Dragonborn forged their own destiny in the world, carving out a place for themselves amidst the wonders and dangers of Ostrium. They built great cities and mighty fortresses, delving deep into the earth to uncover the secrets of the arcane and the mysteries of their own lineage. Yet, despite their power and prowess, the Dragonborn never forgot their roots, always paying homage to their draconic ancestors through rituals, ceremonies, and acts of valor.
Today, the Dragonborn stand as guardians and protectors of Ostrium, their presence a testament to the enduring legacy of dragonkind. With their scales gleaming in the sunlight and their eyes burning with an inner fire, they stride boldly into the world, ready to face whatever challenges may come their way. For they know that they are the children of dragons, destined to soar among the stars and leave their mark upon the annals of history.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Dragonborn resembled in many ways what their name suggests: humanoid dragons. Standing on average 6 feet and 2 inches to 6 feet and 8 inches (1.9 to 2 meters), Dragonborn was impressively tall with a heavy weight to match, commonly possessing a weight of 220 to 320 pounds (100 to 150 kilograms). Dragonborn feet ended with three strong talon-like claws with a fourth claw in the back, while their hands were similar with three claws with a thumb replacing the rear claw. A Dragonborn's head featured a blunt snout, a strong brow, and reptilian frills on the cheeks and ears. On the back of the head, a crest of hornlike scales formed what resembled a mess of ropy hair. Dragonborn eyes were usually red or gold in hue. A rare, few individuals were born with tails, but this was seen as a deformity by most Dragonborn.
Behaviour
Dragonborn had a well-known dedication to honor, but how deeply rooted this trait was remains debatable. However, all Dragonborn tended to view all living things, even hated enemies, as deserving of courtesy and respect. To dragonborn, honor was more than a word and was often considered more important than life itself. Cowardice was not simply undesirable among Dragonborns, it was considered outright repulsive.
The Behavior of Dragonborn was often dependent on the Draconian society in which they come from, often taking on the personality traits of their Kin.
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Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Dragonborn exhibited many draconic features, including a scaly hide, a large muscular body, the capacity to use a breath weapon, and resistance to the same elemental energy they can breathe, thanks to their draconic heritage. Because of thousands of years of interbreeding, the scales of a Dragonborn's hide were usually scarlet, gold, rust, ochre, bronze, or brown in hue, though a few Dragonborn with a stronger draconic heritage had scales resembling those of true dragons, but white scaled dragonborn were said to be rare. The color of their scales bore little correlation to a dragonborn's draconic heritage, however. The scales were typically in their greatest concentration around forearms, lower legs, feet, shoulders, and thighs, with a very fine leathery covering over the rest of the body.
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Genetic Descendants
Lifespan
Usually up to 80 years
Average Height
6′2″‒6′8″ (1.9‒2 m)
Average Weight
220‒320 lb (100‒150 kg)
Geographic Distribution
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