Dragonborn

Those once known as half-dragons

Description

Standing on average around 6'2" – 6'8" (1.88–2.03 meters), dragonborn were impressively tall with a heavy weight to match, commonly possessing a mass of 220–320 lbs (100–145 kg). Dragonborn feet ended with three strong talon-like claws with a fourth claw in the back, while their hands were similar with three claws with a thumb replacing the rear claw. A dragonborn's head featured a blunt snout, a strong brow, and reptilian frills on the cheeks and ears. On the back of the head, a crest of hornlike scales formed what resembled a mess of ropy hair. Dragonborn eyes were usually red or gold in hue.

Growth

Young dragonborn, who hatched from eggs like their draconic relatives, grew at an impressively rapid rate, much faster than most other races, reaching the equivalent maturity of a human child of 10 by age 3. Dragonborn nursed their hatchlings for several months before teeth began to come in. A dragonborn would then slowly introduce soft food and then move towards normal dragonborn eating habits, which contained more meat than was typical of most other races. Their rate of maturation slowed dramatically within a few short years and they were not considered physically mature until the age 12, when their bodies reached their adult height and appearance. Not all dragonborn developed a breath weapon but those that did usually obtained it during these years of growth. Psychologically, dragonborn were considered mature as a human adult by age 12, and when they reached age 15 they were considered legally adults in dragonborn society. Once they did reach adulthood, dragonborn could expect a lifespan identical to that of humans.

Gender Differences

Dragonborn females tend to have a slimmer, more streamlined physique when compared to the large, stocky males of their race. In addition, dragonborn females have a pair of large, protruding scales on their chests, to better deflect attacks away from their internal organs. The other races often mistake these scales as breasts, but they are not.

Personality

Dragonborn had a well-known dedication to honor, but how deeply rooted this trait was remains debatable. However, all dragonborn tended to view all living things, even hated enemies, as deserving of courtesy and respect. To dragonborn, honor was more than a word and was often considered more important than life itself. Cowardice was not simply undesirable among dragonborn, it was considered outright repulsive.
Part of the roots of this honorable attitude lay in the dragonborn's drive for self-improvement. The draconic nature of dragonborn gave them a strong self-consciousness and a tendency for strong emotions. Both of these combined to make dragonborn particularly wanting for the approval of others.
Dragonborn placed great value on the skill of an individual, including themselves. Failing at a task was anathema to dragonborn and as a result they could sometimes push themselves to unhealthy extremes of effort. This aspect of the dragonborn mind meant few of the race took a laid-back approach to any skill or ability, striving always to become the masters of a particular skill, and dragonborn respected those among other races who approached life in the same manner. As a result, most dragonborn adventurers came to their way of life through a desire to prove themselves and win respect from their brethren.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Dragonborn assume a humanoid physique. They are typically tall and muscular, and covered head to toe in scales. They also have a tail to assist them in balance, which is semi-prehensile.
There have been reports of dragonborn that were born with wings, though these cases are extremely rare.

Genetics and Reproduction

Dragonborn younglings are born via eggs, in clutches.

Growth Rate & Stages

Dragonborn grow quickly, maturing around age 17 as a human would around age 21.

Ecology and Habitats

Dragonborn enjoy vast open plains and sandy areas. This is why they are native to Saikoro.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Dragonborn live in a militaristic society, and their culture leans heavily on the concept of honour. The principles of the dragonborn emphasize honor, courage, frugality, skill in the martial arts, and loyalty to a warrior's master above all else. To be deemed honourless is a fate worse than death.
This did not matter whether one was a metallic or chromatic dragonborn. They share this societal structure, even if they disagree on several points.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Metallic dragonborn inhabit northern Saikoro, and chromatic dragonborn inhabit the south.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Dragonborn typically name their young after age five. Prior to that time, they are referred to as their clan name first, followed by "plentyn". For example, a child of the White Dragonborn Clan (Clan Gwyn) would be referred to as Gwynplentyn.
Plentyn is draconic for "child". Taking Gwynplentyn as an example, this name translate in Common to "white child".

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Dragon

Origin/Ancestry

Draconic

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Dragonborn come in two varities: chromatic and metallic.

Metallic dragonborn come in bronze, brass, copper, gold and silver variants.
Chromatic dragonborn come in red, green, blue, black, white variants.

Dragonborn

Ability Score Increase +2 Str, +1 Cha

Size Medium

Speed 30ft

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Draconic Ancestry. You have draconic ancestry. Choose one type of dragon from the Draconic Ancestry table. Your breath weapon and damage resistance are determined by the dragon type, as shown in the table.
Breath Weapon. You can use your action to exhale destructive energy. Your draconic ancestry determines the size, shape, and damage type of the exhalation. When you use your breath weapon, each creature in the area of the exhalation must make a saving throw, the type of which is determined by your draconic ancestry. The DC for this saving throw equals 8 + your Constitution modifier + your proficiency bonus. A creature takes 2d6 damage on a failed save, and half as much damage on a successful one. The damage increases to 3d6 at 6th level, 4d6 at 11th level, and 5d6 at 16th level. After you use your breath weapon, you can’t use it again until you complete a short or long rest.
Damage Resistance. You have resistance to the damage type associated with your draconic ancestry.

Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic. Draconic is thought to be one of the oldest languages and is often used in the study of magic. The language sounds harsh to most other creatures and includes numerous hard consonants and sibilants.

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Dragon	Damage Type	Breath Weapon
Black	Acid	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Blue	Lightning	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Brass	Fire	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Bronze	Lightning	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Copper	Acid	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Gold	Fire	15 ft. cone (Dex. save)
Green	Poison	15 ft. cone (Con. save)
Red	Fire	15 ft. cone (Dex. save)
Silver	Cold	15 ft. cone (Con. save)
White	Cold	15 ft. cone (Con. save)