Dragons of Shiandria
Fire Dragon (Red Dragon): These intelligent, manipulative, and savage creatures can grow to enormous sizes. With their fiery breath and magical abilities, they are a force to be reckoned with. They often make their homes on the peaks of mountains.
Frost Dragon (Silver Dragon): Intelligent and often benevolent, Frost Dragons reside in colder climates. They possess powerful ice magic and are known to protect their territories and the creatures within them. They are masters of flight and air magic.
Ice Dragon: Smaller and more savage than their Frost Dragon cousins, Ice Dragons are relentless hunters. They inhabit the harshest, frozen regions, where they stalk their prey with deadly precision.
River Dragon: These serpentine creatures dwell in the depths of rivers and lakes. They are powerful and often wise, guarding ancient secrets and treasures. These dragons are serpent like and have no wings but can swim at incredible speeds. They do have a set of small forward placed arms and can crawl onto shores and beaches for a short time. They can also jump out of the water for impressive lengths of time.
Celestial Dragon: Soaring through the celestial realms, Celestial Dragons are beings of pure magic and cosmic power. They are benevolent beings who often aid mortals in times of need. They have no wings but can fly, and have no rear legs but do possess a strong set of arms located near the front. They are usually found in the Gnomish Hills of the south, and near the Jade Empire, Red Sun Empire, the Cherokee lands, and several of the other small islands of the south.
Lindworm (Norse Dragon): A serpentine creature, often associated with both good and evil. Some Lindworms are cursed princes, while others are dangerous predators. They are known for their ability to hoard treasure and their cunning nature. The are located primarily in the Emerald Lands and the Norse Lands. It is rumored that they once inhabited the Golden Empire but the dragons there drove them out or hunted them to extinction.
Storm Dragon: Vicious and powerful, Storm Dragons command the weather. They are known for their destructive storms and lightning bolts. As they age, they grow wings, further increasing their power and mobility. They can be found near coastlines, large lakes, and in shallow seas.
Cave Dragon: These smaller, pack-hunting dragons inhabit caves and underground tunnels. They are intelligent but lack the magical prowess of their larger cousins.
Forest Dragon: Masters of camouflage, Forest Dragons blend seamlessly into their surroundings. They are powerful and wise, often guarding ancient forests and protecting the creatures within.
Desert Dragon: Adapted to harsh desert environments, Desert Dragons are cunning and resourceful. They are skilled hunters and often ambush their prey from hidden lairs.
Wolf Dragon: A hybrid of dragon and wolf, Wolf Dragons are fierce and loyal creatures. They are often found in mountainous regions, where they hunt in packs. Fully grown, they are the size of a small horse. They do have wings but cannot fly instead using them to aid in jumping, and they can jump astounding distances. Their skin is more like a lizard than that of an true dragon but they do have tufts of hair in spots and on their face. No one is sure if these creatures naturally evolved or if they are some sort of experiment gone wrong by some demented mage or priest.
Wyvern: Smaller than true dragons, Wyverns possess two legs and two wings. They are often used as mounts or as guardians of treasure hoards. They possess poison stingers.
Dragon Brute: These humanoid dragon creatures are powerful and dangerous. They often serve as the minions of more powerful dragons or dark lords. This is an NPC monster “culture” and is not a playable culture.
Dragonfolk: A playable culture in the Dawn Lands, Dragonfolk possess draconic blood and often exhibit dragon-like traits, such as scales, claws, or the ability to breathe fire.
Fairy Dragon: These diminutive dragons are often mistaken for large insects or exotic birds. They possess a wide array of magical abilities, often centered around illusion and enchantment. Their scales shimmer with iridescent hues, and their wings are adorned with intricate patterns. Fairy Dragons are known for their playful nature and love of beauty.
Hydra: A monstrous creature with multiple serpentine heads, the Hydra is a fearsome foe. Each head possesses its own mind and can attack independently. Hydra are often found guarding ancient treasures or lurking in dark, watery places. They are highly resistant to physical damage and can regenerate lost heads. The number of heads a Hydra possesses is determined at birth, with all Hydra having at least 2 heads with what seems to be a maximum of 8 heads. There are rumors of Hydra with more heads but this has never been proven.
Frost Dragon (Silver Dragon): Intelligent and often benevolent, Frost Dragons reside in colder climates. They possess powerful ice magic and are known to protect their territories and the creatures within them. They are masters of flight and air magic.
Ice Dragon: Smaller and more savage than their Frost Dragon cousins, Ice Dragons are relentless hunters. They inhabit the harshest, frozen regions, where they stalk their prey with deadly precision.
River Dragon: These serpentine creatures dwell in the depths of rivers and lakes. They are powerful and often wise, guarding ancient secrets and treasures. These dragons are serpent like and have no wings but can swim at incredible speeds. They do have a set of small forward placed arms and can crawl onto shores and beaches for a short time. They can also jump out of the water for impressive lengths of time.
Celestial Dragon: Soaring through the celestial realms, Celestial Dragons are beings of pure magic and cosmic power. They are benevolent beings who often aid mortals in times of need. They have no wings but can fly, and have no rear legs but do possess a strong set of arms located near the front. They are usually found in the Gnomish Hills of the south, and near the Jade Empire, Red Sun Empire, the Cherokee lands, and several of the other small islands of the south.
Lindworm (Norse Dragon): A serpentine creature, often associated with both good and evil. Some Lindworms are cursed princes, while others are dangerous predators. They are known for their ability to hoard treasure and their cunning nature. The are located primarily in the Emerald Lands and the Norse Lands. It is rumored that they once inhabited the Golden Empire but the dragons there drove them out or hunted them to extinction.
Storm Dragon: Vicious and powerful, Storm Dragons command the weather. They are known for their destructive storms and lightning bolts. As they age, they grow wings, further increasing their power and mobility. They can be found near coastlines, large lakes, and in shallow seas.
Cave Dragon: These smaller, pack-hunting dragons inhabit caves and underground tunnels. They are intelligent but lack the magical prowess of their larger cousins.
Forest Dragon: Masters of camouflage, Forest Dragons blend seamlessly into their surroundings. They are powerful and wise, often guarding ancient forests and protecting the creatures within.
Desert Dragon: Adapted to harsh desert environments, Desert Dragons are cunning and resourceful. They are skilled hunters and often ambush their prey from hidden lairs.
Wolf Dragon: A hybrid of dragon and wolf, Wolf Dragons are fierce and loyal creatures. They are often found in mountainous regions, where they hunt in packs. Fully grown, they are the size of a small horse. They do have wings but cannot fly instead using them to aid in jumping, and they can jump astounding distances. Their skin is more like a lizard than that of an true dragon but they do have tufts of hair in spots and on their face. No one is sure if these creatures naturally evolved or if they are some sort of experiment gone wrong by some demented mage or priest.
Wyvern: Smaller than true dragons, Wyverns possess two legs and two wings. They are often used as mounts or as guardians of treasure hoards. They possess poison stingers.
Dragon Brute: These humanoid dragon creatures are powerful and dangerous. They often serve as the minions of more powerful dragons or dark lords. This is an NPC monster “culture” and is not a playable culture.
Dragonfolk: A playable culture in the Dawn Lands, Dragonfolk possess draconic blood and often exhibit dragon-like traits, such as scales, claws, or the ability to breathe fire.
Fairy Dragon: These diminutive dragons are often mistaken for large insects or exotic birds. They possess a wide array of magical abilities, often centered around illusion and enchantment. Their scales shimmer with iridescent hues, and their wings are adorned with intricate patterns. Fairy Dragons are known for their playful nature and love of beauty.
Hydra: A monstrous creature with multiple serpentine heads, the Hydra is a fearsome foe. Each head possesses its own mind and can attack independently. Hydra are often found guarding ancient treasures or lurking in dark, watery places. They are highly resistant to physical damage and can regenerate lost heads. The number of heads a Hydra possesses is determined at birth, with all Hydra having at least 2 heads with what seems to be a maximum of 8 heads. There are rumors of Hydra with more heads but this has never been proven.
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