Obsidian

Unceremoniously named after the coloration of their scales even though other groups share their coloration, these people embody the darkness of their scales more readily. Despite being near the capital of the Draconic World that is centered around knowledge and learning, these people find themselves to be much more war-like than their lighter cousins. Inspiring visions of war sponsor more knowledge, but to a point. This conflict arose and created one of the most well known and beloved figures of the Drawls the world over, and also in turn, was said to have created the Dark Gods in the long run.

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Alenara, Cassia, Mila

Masculine names

Zar, Aton, Augusta

Family names

Aurelian, Maxallian, Urbanian

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Draconic

Culture and cultural heritage

A warring people who have studied and learned from their past grievances, holding many tales and insights into why the way the world is

Shared customary codes and values

Honor, Valor, and Knowledge are what ideals these people employ. While being honorable and valiant is good to them through their efforts, doing it for the sake of doing it is not good enough, doing so to learn and grow is what binds them.

Common Etiquette rules

Usually well-mannered unless on a battlefield, then their ferocity comes full circle

Common Dress code

Usually well-dressed and covered appropriately...nothing overbearing

Art & Architecture

Their art is their tomes, knowledge, and insight into war and other long learned practices through trial and error

Common Customs, traditions and rituals

A honoring tradition exists for these people, as well as all dragons within the Aldarian Draconic Empire, during the 2nd month of the year in service of Zar and Athis respectively, the two main gods they serve

Birth & Baptismal Rites

A small tome is closed loudly upon birth

Coming of Age Rites

Young must prove their skills both in battle and in books

Funerary and Memorial customs

Buried in familiar tombs

Common Taboos

Anything involving Gorval or the Dark Gods

Common Myths and Legends

The Heroic Tales of Balastius, The War of Zar

Historical figures

Zar

Ideals

Beauty Ideals

Usually keeping themselves organized and put together, but never considering themselves idolizing beauty or cosmetics in any sense of the word.

Gender Ideals

Usually male led in societies, though females play a larger role in scholarly work much like the Frost Drawls

Courtship Ideals

A tome on war is often presented in some fashion

Relationship Ideals

Usually aligned in goals, these pairs pursue what they seek together

Major organizations

The Aldarian Draconic Empire

Related Locations

• Aldaria