Dragonborn

The dragonborn came into being sometime in the Age of Legends, originating in Northern Avistan in the land that would become Sarkoris. Throughout that age, they conquered an empire extending from the Icerime to the Tusk mountains, and as far south as the confluence of the Sellen. After the Earthfall, the empire collapsed during the Age of Darkness, though it survived in a much reduced form as the Kingdom of Sarkoris, sometimes referred to as the Drakarchy for its Dragon King Bahamut.
The opening of the Worldwound was the doom of Sarkoris. Bahamut was killed in the demonic invasion, and the dragonborn of Sarkoris were all but wiped out. They survived in pockets throughout the north - some as refugees, others are remnants of the Old Empire.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Most dragonborn are scattered across the north of Avistan, but dragonborn communities can be found all over the world.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Draconic names favor hard consonants and rolling Rs, as well as elongated vowels. Some common names are Rhogar, Braal, Kolra, and Urik. Clan names are often rendered into common, as the people around them often struggle to pronounce the draconic tongue.

Major Organizations

With the fall of Sarkoris, there are few specifically dragonborn organizations left. Some have joined the Mendevian Crusade, attempting to keep the demonic forces contained within the line of Wardstones along the Worldwound. Dragonborn do well is most martial or high-skilled organizations, as their competitive nature often causes them to strive for superiority in all pursuits.

Relationship Ideals

Since the fall of Sarkoris, the dragonborn hold loyalty above almost all virtues. Loyalty to clan and to other dragonborn is one of the few things holding them together at this point.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

The native tongue of the dragonborn is Draconic, but they readily adopt the language of their homelands, with many speaking Hallit and Taldan.

Common Dress Code

Reptilian physiology means that dragonborn are less concerned with covering themselves, though most adopt the styles of their adoptive homes, having learned that to do otherwise is to be considered barbaric. Among their own kind, dragonborn clothing emphasized function and display rather than 'modesty.'

Historical Figures

The Dragon King Bahamut - often called The Platinum Dragon - is the most important historical figure. He ruled Sarkoris for millennia before dying in its defense. Though not worshiped, he is revered as a sacred figure, and dragonborn with silvery scales are often seen as propitious.

Common Myths and Legends

Dragonborn mostly worship the primordial dragons Apsu and Tiamat, though some have adopted the worship of the common pantheon of Golarion. A few worship a controversial third primordial dragon called Io, supposedly the divine life force that created Apsu and Tiamat.
Dragonborn tell many stories of Sarkoris-that-was. The Song of Sarkoris is a popular epic poem that recounts the final stand of the Sarkorian forces at Stroasta.

Playing a Dragonborn in the Age of Echoes

• Add 1 to your Willpower
• Pick one of the following ability focuses: Intimidation or Self-discipline
• Choose Intelligence (Arcane Lore) or Willpower (Self-discipline). You can use this skill to resist magical spells and effects instead of the skill called for in the effect description.
• You speak Draconic and Taldane
• Roll 3x on the Dragonborn additional benefits table and choose two results.

Dragonborn Additional Benefits

• 2) +1 Constitution
• 3-4) Armored scales (Armor rating increased by 2)
• 5) Focus - Stamina
• 6) Focus - Historical Lore
• 7-8) +1 Intelligence
• 9) Dragonfear: The "Stunned Silence" and "Threaten" stunts cost -1 SP for you if the target can see your eyes.
• 10-11) - Focus: Leadership
• 12) +1 Strength

Lifespan

Dragonborn live between 80 and 100 years.

Average Height

Dragonborn are generally taller than humans, standing between 6.5 and 7.5 feet tall.

Average Physique

Dragonborn tend to be tall and powerfully built.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Dragonborn are covered in scales, which tend to be earth-toned, though more brightly colored individuals exist. Often the scales are highlighted with metallic flecks of silver or bronze color, especially around the head.