Dragons, got to hunt them when they're young.. The older they get the more powerful. til they fly off into the Deep. It's not like you can train one, more like they'd be training you.
-- Franz Von Cert, Exotic Beast Hunter
Dragons were hunted nearly to extinction in UslaCairne and have only survived do to gestational dormancy. Female Dragons bury their eggs singularly and deep to ensure their survival. The eggs stay dormant until specific conditions are met. As they age dragons metamorphose between through a series of forms the type and powers of each phase are determined by the will and personality of each beast,
Armor 2(17) -1/+1 per age bracket
HD 4d12+2d12 per age bracket
Int 17+1 per 2 age brackets
Move 17(50)
ToHit 16(+4) -1/+1 per HD
Atx 4x cl/cl/bi/tail d8/d8/d10/d12 per 2 HD
Breath weapon at Wrymling stage 2d12+2d12 per HD
Dragons become spell casters as juveniles adding two levels of caster per age bracket.
1. Hatchling: Newly hatched dragons are small, fragile, and often dependent on their parents for care and protection. They are curious and playful, exploring their surroundings with wonder.
Glimmerling: Newly hatched dragons emerge from their shells as tiny, glowing creatures, radiating with the soft light of their inherent magic. They spend their early days basking in the warmth of their nest, forming bonds with their kin through telepathic communication.
Emberkin: These are the infant dragons, born from the depths of volcanic fissures or within the fiery heart of ancient mountains. Emberkin hatch from eggs glowing with molten energy, their scales shimmering like heated metal.
Emberling: Born from the depths of volcanic fissures or amidst the scorching flames of dragon nests, emberlings emerge as tiny creatures glowing with fiery energy. They spend their early days feasting on molten minerals and learning to control their elemental flames.
Wyrmling: As they grow, dragons become more independent and adventurous. Wyrmlings start to develop their abilities and learn basic skills such as flying and hunting.
Chromatic Crawler: As they grow, dragons shed their luminescent scales, revealing a vibrant array of colors that shimmer and change with their mood. They navigate their surroundings by crawling along walls and ceilings, honing their senses and magic through playful exploration.
Scalesparks: As they grow, young dragons enter the Scalespark stage. Their bodies are small and agile, covered in iridescent scales that flicker with sparks of elemental energy. They spend their days chasing each other through the skies and honing their control over fire and lightning.
Whisperwing: As they grow, young dragons undergo a phase where their wings are delicate and translucent, shimmering like iridescent crystals in the sunlight. Whisperwings are known for their graceful flight and melodious, hypnotic songs that echo through ancient forests.
Juvenile: Juvenile dragons are akin to teenagers, exhibiting a mix of impulsive behavior and emerging maturity. They begin to assert their dominance and establish territories.
Serpentwyrm: Juvenile dragons undergo a remarkable transformation, elongating their bodies and developing serpentine forms. They slither through lush forests and winding caverns, using their agility and cunning to evade predators and hunt for small prey.
Flarelings: Flarelings are adolescent dragons bursting with energy and enthusiasm. They revel in displaying their prowess in aerial acrobatics and fiery displays, often competing with their peers to see who can create the most impressive fireworks in the sky.
Mystic Hatchling: Born under the light of a full moon in hidden groves or enchanted caverns, mystic hatchlings possess an innate connection to the mystical forces of the world. They spend their early days communing with spirits and learning the secrets of ancient magic.
Young Adult: Young adult dragons are in the prime of their physical strength and agility. They are fiercely competitive, seeking to prove themselves and establish their status among other dragons.
Stormcrackler: Young adult dragons harness the power of the elements, their scales crackling with electricity or swirling with mist. They soar through stormy skies, unleashing thunderous roars and bolts of lightning upon unsuspecting foes.
Torrentscale: Found in the turbulent skies and swirling maelstroms, torrentscale dragons are born with shimmering scales that can withstand the force of tornadoes. They navigate treacherous wind currents and hunt elusive prey from the skies.
Glimmerhoarder: As they mature, dragons enter a phase where they become fascinated with collecting and hoarding rare treasures. Glimmerhoarders are drawn to shiny objects and spend their days amassing vast troves of gems, relics, and enchanted artifacts in hidden lairs.
Adult: Fully grown, adult dragons are formidable creatures with considerable power and intelligence. They may begin to amass hoards of treasure and take on more significant roles within dragon society.
Magmaforge Drake: Adult dragons forge deep connections with the earth, dwelling within volcanic calderas and molten caverns. They breathe rivers of molten rock and shape the very landscape with their fiery breath and tempered scales.
Blazewings: As they mature, dragons enter the Blazewings stage, characterized by the development of their iconic wings. These wings are adorned with intricate patterns resembling flames, allowing Blazewings to soar through the skies with unparalleled grace and speed.
Stormweaver: Born amidst raging thunderstorms and crackling lightning, stormweaver dragons harness the power of the elements to weave intricate patterns of energy in the sky. They command storms with awe-inspiring displays of lightning and thunder, revered as living embodiments of nature's fury.
Elder: Elder dragons are revered for their wisdom and experience. They serve as leaders and mentors within dragon communities, offering guidance to younger generations.
Timekeeper Guardian: Elder dragons transcend the boundaries of time and space, their ancient wisdom guiding the flow of history itself. They dwell in hidden sanctuaries, safeguarding ancient artifacts and relics that hold the secrets of the past and future.
Infernal Lords: Adult dragons in the Infernal Lords stage are powerful beings, commanding respect and fear from all who encounter them. They rule over vast territories with fiery authority, their roars echoing like thunder through the mountains.
Magma Monarchs: Some dragons undergo a transformation into Magma Monarchs, ascending to a higher plane of existence where they become living embodiments of volcanic power. Their bodies are encased in molten rock, radiating intense heat that can melt steel with a mere glance.
Ancient: Dragons that reach ancient age are exceptionally rare and powerful. They have witnessed centuries of history and possess profound magical abilities.
Voidrend Wyrm: Ancient dragons delve into the mysteries of the cosmos, their minds expanding beyond mortal comprehension. They traverse the void between worlds, harnessing the raw energy of creation and destruction to reshape reality itself.
Luminous Seraphs: Dragons that reach this stage transcend their earthly form and ascend to the heavens as Luminous Seraphs. They are beings of pure light and energy, their radiant presence inspiring awe and reverence in all who behold them.
Spectral Sentinel: Dragons that reach ancient age may undergo a transformation into spectral sentinels, beings of ethereal light and shadow that guard the boundaries between the mortal realm and the spirit world. They watch over ancient ruins and sacred sites, their presence both awe-inspiring and haunting.
Wyrm: As dragons continue to age, they may undergo a transformation into wyrms. These massive creatures are less agile but possess immense physical strength and magical prowess.
Aurora Drifter: Born under the shimmering lights of the aurora borealis, aurora drifter dragons possess iridescent scales that reflect the ever-changing colors of the northern lights. They soar through the night sky, weaving patterns of light and shadow with their graceful movements.
Starchaser Drake: Wyrms that ascend to the heavens become celestial beings, their bodies adorned with constellations and cosmic energies. They soar among the stars, weaving intricate patterns of light and sound that echo throughout the cosmos.
Aurora Drakes: These dragons are born from the collision of celestial energies, their scales shimmering with the colors of the northern lights. Aurora Drakes possess the ability to manipulate the very fabric of reality, bending light and space to their will.
Wyvern: Some dragons may choose to undergo a metamorphosis into wyverns, developing a distinct morphology with two legs and wings. Wyverns are formidable predators, feared by many.
Dreamweaver Wyvern: Some dragons become attuned to the dreams and emotions of sentient beings, their ethereal forms drifting through the astral plane. They shape dreams and nightmares alike, influencing the subconscious thoughts of mortals and immortals alike
Chaos Incarnate: Rare and unpredictable, chaos incarnate dragons are born from the chaotic energies of primordial dimensions. They embody the raw forces of creation and destruction, their very presence causing reality to warp and shift unpredictably.
Voidborn Sovereigns: Dragons that venture into the depths of space may undergo a metamorphosis into Voidborn Sovereigns. These cosmic beings wield the power of black holes and supernovas, their minds expanding to encompass the vastness of the universe.
Drake: Drake dragons are solitary individuals who have chosen to live apart from dragon society. They are often nomadic, roaming vast territories in search of prey and solitude.
Whispering Shadow: Drake dragons that embrace the darkness become elusive phantoms, their forms shrouded in shifting shadows. They lurk in the forgotten corners of the world, whispering secrets and temptations to those who dare to seek them out.
Eternal Guardians: A select few dragons attain the status of Eternal Guardians, tasked with safeguarding the balance of creation itself. They exist outside the constraints of time, their watchful eyes gazing upon the ebb and flow of existence.
Cosmic Wanderer: As dragons age, they may ascend to become cosmic wanderers, traversing the vast reaches of the universe in search of enlightenment and cosmic truths. They soar among the stars, their ancient wisdom guiding them on celestial journeys beyond mortal comprehension.
Legendary: A select few dragons attain legendary status, achieving feats of unparalleled strength and wisdom. They become the subjects of myths and legends, revered by both dragons and mortals alike.
Apex Archon: Legendary dragons transcend mortal limitations, becoming embodiments of myth and legend. They wield the power of creation and destruction with equal measure, shaping the destiny of worlds and civilizations with a mere thought.
Dreamweavers: Dragons that journey into the realm of dreams become Dreamweavers, manipulating the subconscious thoughts and desires of mortals. They drift through the minds of sleepers, whispering secrets and shaping destinies with their ethereal presence.
Eclipse Enigma: Born during rare celestial alignments or cosmic phenomena, eclipse enigma dragons are shrouded in mystery and intrigue. They possess the ability to harness the power of eclipses, wielding shadow and light in equal measure.
Ethereal: In the twilight of their existence, some dragons transcend the physical realm and become ethereal beings. They exist beyond mortal comprehension, their essence intertwined with the fabric of the cosmos.
Eternal Sovereign: At the pinnacle of their existence, dragons become timeless beings of pure essence, their consciousness merging with the very essence of existence itself. They watch over the multiverse from their celestial thrones, their influence felt across all realms and dimensions.
Apex Primordials: At the pinnacle of their existence, dragons ascend to the stage of Apex Primordials. These ancient beings are the embodiment of primal forces, their very existence shaping the course of reality itself. They are the architects of creation, the guardians of the cosmos, and the harbingers of both destruction and rebirth.
Eternal Ember: At the end of their long lives, some dragons undergo a transformation into eternal embers, becoming beings of pure fire and energy. They linger as guardians of ancient flame, their presence igniting the spark of creativity and passion in those who encounter them.
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