Great Dragons

Basic Information

Anatomy

Winged quadrupeds with thick scales as armor, sharp talons and teeth, and strong tails. Their hides and organs decompose rapidly after their death but their bones are known to persist for decades or in some instances centuries

Genetics and Reproduction

Female dragons release eggs while male dragons release sperm, they procreate by combining these elements usually in bodies of water but in the case of red and black dragons they use lava.

Growth Rate & Stages

After hatching dragons typically only stay with their mothers for around 3-4 years until they are capable of hunting on their own. Dragons never stop growing but it's estimated they begin to plateau near 130 years of age.

Ecology and Habitats

Opting for caves and dens, dragons mark their territory with treasure.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Typically, dragons hunt other monsters, as they are intelligent beings they have the same depreciation towards the recklessly evil as most capable species

Behaviour

While they can be tamed wild dragons are normally very hostile towards their prey and other dragons but most dragons can be reasoned or bargained with if you can gain their respect or attention

Additional Information

Domestication

Dragons can be tamed either by imprinting on within the first few years of their life or by simply convincing one to serve you (though this is not reccomended)

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Symbols of power and methods of transportation. After death their hides and bones are quickly harvested to create weapons, armor, and other things.

Average Intelligence

By adult age, Dragons are one of the most intelligent beings on the planet

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Blessed with extraordinary sight, hearing, smell, and their unique ability to breath fire, dragons are some of the most fearsome predators in the Sword Coast

Civilization and Culture

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Common, Draconic, Infernal

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Most dragons believe themselves to be the sole pinnacles of strength, detesting and dishonoring those who serve others

Scientific Name

Draconis

Lifespan

110 years with an estimated maximum of ~230 years

Conservation Status

Feared by even the Kings of the realm, dragons still inhabit the Sword Coast today growing their hoards of treasure and their territory

Average Height

115 feet with an estimated maximum of ~150

Average Weight

34,500 lbs with an estimated maximum of ~43,000 lbs

Average Length

420 ft with an estimated maximum of ~540 ft