Myth of Ancient Dragonkin

The myth of the Ancient Dragonkin has changed over time; initially being that they had not been sighted in over a century following the conclusion of the Draconian War. Despite their absence, rumors and speculation surrounding their continued existence persisted. While some held onto the hope that they still roamed the world, others welcomed their apparent extinction, attributing the devastation wrought by the Twenty Year Scourge and the Draconian War to the Ancient Dragonkin.   In the present day, a century after the original accounts, the legend has undergone a transformation. There have been sporadic claims of sightings of Ancient Dragonkin in different parts of the world. However, despite these reported sightings, definitive proof of their ongoing presence remains elusive.   As time passed, the mythical creatures began to make more frequent appearances in public, sparking concern rather than excitement. It was evident that the fearsome Wyrm of Chaos was showing signs of a resurgence, threatening to sow suffering once again. Among the first sightings was the increased presence of Zoltar, known as the Drake of the West, who was observed traversing the depths of the Forgotten Forest with greater frequency. Concurrently, Airigold, revered as Golden Claw, was sighted attempting to pacify Zolt, indicating a disturbance within the realm of these enigmatic beings.

Summary

The legend originated from the belief that the powerful Ancient Dragonkin had once roamed the earth. As time passed without any sightings, some began to believe that these majestic creatures had become extinct. However, after a century of no confirmed encounters, the myth evolved, with many people claiming to have spotted these mythical beings in various locations around the world.The legend originated from the belief that Ancient Dragonkin had become extinct. However, after a century of not sighting any, the myth transformed into the notion that they still existed with various claims of sightings around the world.

Spread

The legend of the Ancient Dragonkin's extinction was predominantly spread through oral tradition, driven by the absence of any documented sightings for an extended period. Almost a hundred years later, a fresh rumor surfaced, indicating that some of the Ancient Dragonkin might still exist in our midst. Reports of alleged sightings from various corners of the globe started to emerge, yet none could be unequivocally verified.
Date of First Recording
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Date of Setting
1001
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