The War of Dragons
The enmity between Tiamat and Bahamut dates back to their creation, when the Dragons sprang from the bones of the world. They were made with the intention of becoming complements and mates, but their personalities were too much at odds. Tiamat murdered Vorel, her eldest brother, and tried to frame Bahamut for the deed. As punishment, Tiamat was banished.
One myth has it that Bahamut is known as the Grandfather of Dragons because he has a son who is the true father of metallic dragon-kind. This son rebelled against Bahamut long ago, but if he defeated Bahamut in battle he would be able to claim his father's place among the gods. Divinations are unable to reveal this son's location or even his name, though the agents of Tiamat are always on the lookout for him.
Tiamat is said to continue her search to this very day, for legend has it that Bahamut can be permanently slain only by his own offspring. The chromatic Dragons, at her urging, search for the son of Bahamut relentlessly.
Even that may not be enough for Tiamat to win the war against her twin however. It is told that Bahamut infuses certain chosen warriors, known as Bahamut's vessels, with a portion of his divinity. Should his divine form be destroyed, these godly sparks may act as embryos that, if certain conditions are met, will allow the Platinum Dragon to be reborn into the world. When every condition is fulfilled, the Vessel will be consumed with divine fire, sacrificing his or her very essence to allow the dragon god to live again. Only the memory of the champion will live on in the god.
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