Dragonkin

A humanoid variant of a Dragon that resembles a sort of half breed.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Dragonkin stand upright on two powerful legs, have scaled bodies and long snouts. most species of Dragonkin also have tails, though very few have been shown to have wings its not unheard of.

Genetics and Reproduction

Dragonkin birth similar to dragons, though they cannot reach a point where they no longer need a mate. A Dragonkin will always require a mate to propigate their species.

Growth Rate & Stages

Dragonkin grow from their eggs significantly faster than their Dragon ancestors, reaching physical maturity by their 15th winter and living to be roughly the same age as humans at 80.

Ecology and Habitats

Dragonkin cannot endure elements as recklessly as their Ancestors, and while they are resilient to various elements that their ancestry adapted to, a red Dragonkin cannot wade through a river of molten magma the same way that a full blooded red Dragon could.

Biological Cycle

Dragonkin do not hibernate as their Ancestors do, nor do they have the abiltiy to devour magic to enhance their forms. they do have the ability to produce a breath weapon, though their ability to do so taxes them greatly.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Dragonkin operate in a clan system, where the patriarch and matriarch of multiple broods operate for the benifit of their kin. the social structure of Dragonkin clans differs slightly from clan to clan though where black Dragonkin clans might operate as assassins, a Red Dragonkin clan may be merchants or diplomats.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Dragonkin have excelent sight, and night vision, and while they can't track prey with their sense of smell it is very sensitive.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Dragonkin have personal names given at birth, but they put their clan names first as a mark of honor. A childhood name or nickname is often used among clutchmates as a descriptive term or a term of endearment. The name might recall an event or center on a habit.

Major Organizations

Dragonkin operate in small clans throughout the world, a group of merchants in Highgate have used their draconic breath ability to garner impressive favor as crafstmen, and bodyguards.

Beauty Ideals

Dragonkin view the "softskins" much differently than one might think, they appreciate the exotic beauty of a Tiefling but are not sexually attracted to members outside of their own species in most cases.

Gender Ideals

Dragonkin respect their matriarchs as clutchmothers, since a single female can lay enough eggs to repuplate the species on her own. while males are respected, they do not have the same veneration as the matriarch, while the matriarch and patriarch of a clan share responsabilities a Clutchmother tends to dictate the goals of a Clan.

Courtship Ideals

Dragonkin operate in strictly arranged marrigaes and breeding rituals, to safeguard their species. originally designed as a warrior caste, these traditions have carried over for thousands of years.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Dragonkin learn to speak draconic early on, as a first language instead of the common tongue used by humans and other mortals, as a sense of pride for their ancestry.

Common Etiquette Rules

Dragonkin etiquette depends on the nature of the clanin question, Black Dragonkin for example live closer to swamps and tend to be more aggressive and skulk in the shadows, where as Red Dragonkin are proud and boastful.

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Every Dragonkin clan is different, venerating their bloodline back to a type of Dragon in question, as such their culture will often display their ancestors lineage with pride. some have pointed out the similarities between Dwarves and Dragonkin, as they both operate under a clan government, and venerate their ancestry with fierce pride.

History

Dragonkin came about near the end of the Dragon Empire, as they were used as clutch guards and warriors to grow faster than normal dragons and bolster dragon forces during their war with the giants. though they ultimately failed in their goal, Dragonkin survived, and were hunted alongside their Dragon Ancestors for thousands of years before the long night. following the resurgence from Long Night, as every species recovered from near extinction Dragonkin have found a place in the world where they are not hunted for their scales or ability to tap into magic from their draconic blood.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Many Dragonkin are slow to trust "softskin" species, as they remember the many years they and their ancestors werre hunted and killed.

Scientific Name

Homo Draco

Lifespan

60-80 years

Average Height

6-8 feet tall

Average Weight

250 lbs

Average Physique

Dragonkin are typically very powerful, thanks to their draconic ancestry they are heavily muscled and covered in protective scales.