Dragonkin (Aka. Dragonborn)

Mild adaptation of the Dragonborn race.

Player Handbook by Wizards of the Coast

Basic Information

Anatomy

Dragonkin look very much like dragons standing erect in humanoid form, though they lack wings, horns, or tail. The first dragonkin had scales of vibrant hues matching the colors of their dragon ancestors, but generations of interbreeding have caused their scales to be duller. They are tall and strongly built.

Biological Traits

Breath weapon

5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) for all types. Combined with another dragonkin's breath weapon to form a cone. 15 ft. cone (Dex. save)

• Black/Acid
• Blue/Lightning
• Brass/Fire
• Bronze/Lightning
• Copper/Acid
• Gold/Fire
• Green/Poison
• Red/Fire
• Silver/Cold
• White/Cold

Dragonkin grain resistance to damage type associated with your draconic ancestry.

Growth Rate & Stages

Young dragonkin grow quickly. They walk hours after hatching, attain the size and development of a 10-year-old human child by the age of 3, and reach adulthood by 15.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Male Names: Arjhan, Balasar, Bharash, Donaar, Ghesh, Heskan, Kriv, Medrash, Mehen, Nadarr, Pandjed, Patrin, Rhogar, Shamash, Shedinn, Tarhun, Torinn
Female Names: Akra, Biri, Daar, Farideh, Harann, Havilar, Jheri, Kava, Korinn, Mishann, Nala, Perra, Raiann, Sora, Surina, Thava, Uadjit
Childhood Names: Climber, Earbender, Leaper, Pious, Shieldbiter, Zealous

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Dragonkin speak, read, and write Common & Draconic.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Dragon
• Dragonborn (Aka. Half-dragon)

Lifespan

80 years.

Average Height

6½ feet tall.

Average Weight

300 pounds or more.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Dragonkin boast scales that match those of their dragon ancestor—bright red, green, blue, or white, lustrous black, or metallic gold, silver, brass, copper, or bronze.