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Metallic Dragons

Descendants of Kallex

Raging tempests of scales and strength, worshipped as gods by those who will never reach the pinnacle of all these creatures, glide on wings across open skies, surveying all beneath them. A quick glimpse of shimmering scales denotes benevolence, instead of thinly veiled evil wrapped in muscle and bone. The colors of precious metals mean safety, or at least a measure of respect from those that fly on wing, but no others can be the lords of the sky like these creatures, descendants of the Dragon God himself.   Metallic Dragons are direct descendants of the Dragon God Kallex, their eggs left within the "Metallic Council" to hatch and prosper in the fledgling world. Seen as the Dragons of benevolence, Metallic Dragons are often noted to be the good Dragons, ones that would help the younger and shorter-lived races instead of only serving a self-fulling prophecy as their Chromatic brethren. The Dragons of the "Metallic Council" are revered, and seen as deities in their own rights by those whose lifespans are little more than the blink of an eye in these nearly immortal creatures’ lives.   Currently, Metallic Dragons live strictly on the Northern Continent and throughout areas of Káto, with most living near or within the "Metallic Council". Dragons do not live in cities or rarely in groups, but these Dragons have carved out small territories and hoards that are cared for by a singular or even a pair of Metallic Dragons. Outside of the Council of Metallic Dragons and the hatchlings housed in the valley, it is uncommon to see more than a dozen Dragons or so in a single area.

Basic Information

Anatomy

All Dragons share anatomical traits such as long tails, large wings, four legs, hard scales, and sharp claws. From there, various anatomical traits vary due to the coloration and abilities of the various colors of Dragons. Traits such as head shape, horns, scale patterns, and internal organs can all vary based on a Dragon's color.   Metallic Dragons have many defining features, but these features are often not as sharp as the Chromatic Dragonkin. It is said that the Metallic Dragons are far more similar in appearance to Kallex, with each of the colors taking one or two traits as their own.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

As children of Kallex, all Metallic Dragons are blessed with special abilities, some that all share while others set them apart from their brethren. These Dragons can see through all darkness, even darkness that has been created magically. As the apex predator, they also have superior senses that allow them to hunt and take whatever it is they wish. Beyond these traits, each color of Metallic Dragon has a number of special traits that are considered blessings.

Civilization and Culture

History

The twelve colors of Metallic Dragons were created together, Kallex choosing to shape them from the metals of the land after witnessing Sotark and Ivala shape the Sphinxes and watching the fledgling creatures roam the land. The Sphinxes lacked spine and motivation, so under the fiery breath of the Dragon God, twelve eggs of metal ores were shaped and cast down to the land of Isekai where they would rest in a valley until they hatched.   This valley would become known as the "Metallic Council" and its inhabitants would soon become symbols of power and majesty to the peoples that came after them. The twelve Dragons set about the Northern Continent, claiming areas of their own that would be protected against the worst of creatures. These Dragons spread far and wide, claiming places that would be tied to the color of their scales for generations to come.
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Social Structure

Metallic Dragons are far different than their Chromatic brethren in terms of their social structure. These Dragons are the more social of the two groups, caring little about the color of their scales and mingling, often living close together. Various colors of Metallic Dragons will become friends and share their fledgling years together after hatching in the "Metallic Council". Dragon eggs of the Metallic Dragons are rarely raised by one color, instead being raised by a collective of Metallic Dragons that call the valley home.   While a well-structured group, the Council of Metallic Dragons serves multiple purposes. Mainly, the council makes decisions for the whole of Metallic Dragons, creating laws and guidelines that allow them to live peacefully with other races. The council also serves as a place for camaraderie, where all colors can join together for business and pleasure, enjoying the company of old friends and new.   Because of the social nature of these Dragons, it is more common to find Metallic Dragons visiting and mingling with the Elder Races when possible. Some colors of Metallic Dragons do not always choose this due to the locations they choose to live in, especially the Adamantine Dragons that call Káto home.

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Nov 15, 2024 13:18 by Dr Emily Vair-Turnbull

It is interesting how different socially metallic and chromatic dragons are.

Emy x
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