Lilith's bargain
The Fateful Bargain:
Lilith, with her beguiling allure and promises of untold secrets and cosmic knowledge, enticed the ancient Dragons to the negotiating table. They were wise and formidable, but their insatiable hunger for knowledge and power led them to the bargaining chamber.
The Fractured Accord:
Not all Dragons were swayed. A dissenting minority saw Lilith’s offer as a veiled trap, one that would strip them of their freedom and bind them to a purpose not their own. These dissenters chose to remain in Terra, watching as their brethren vanished into the shadowed expanse of Lilith’s domain.
The Offer of Cosmic Secrets:
Lilith’s proposal was as captivating as it was monumental. She offered the dragons unparalleled access to the mysteries of the universe—secrets of the stars, the ebb and flow of cosmic energies, and the ancient truths of existence. In exchange, she required their eternal guardianship of her Shrouded Dominion, a realm of perpetual night and arcane power. Nearly 80% accepted the bargain. These dragons left the mortal realm of Terra behind, drastically reducing their population and leaving their kin to grapple with their absence.
The Sealing of the Pact:
Those who accepted the bargain underwent a transformation over time. The influence of the Shrouded Dominion reshaped them, both physically and spiritually. Their once-vivid scales darkened to a gleaming obsidian, their forms took on a faintly spectral appearance, and their connection to Terra faded as they became bound to Lilith’s realm. They were no longer just dragons—they became her eternal guardians, the protectors of the Shrouded Dominion itself. Their purpose was clear: to guard her domain against any who would seek to breach its boundaries, mortal or divine.
The Guardianship:
For eons, the dragons stood vigilant, patrolling the surreal and ever-shifting landscapes of the Shrouded Dominion. They ensured the realm remained untouched by the chaos of the outside world. Their watchful eyes and fearsome presence deterred even the most ambitious beings from attempting to trespass into Lilith’s sanctuary.
The Unanswered Questions:
Though their initial acceptance of the bargain was voluntary, the dragons’ isolation in the shroud changed them. The perpetual night, the blood-red glow of the stars, and the weight of their guardianship wore heavily on their spirits. Over time, many began to question whether their role was an honor—or a subtle imprisonment.
The Fractured Loyalties
Divisions emerged among the dragons. Some fully embraced their roles, seeing themselves as privileged to guard the domain of a deity. Others grew resentful, longing for the freedom of Terra and mourning the life they had left behind. These whispers of dissent were carried on the ever-present winds of the shroud, though few dared to openly defy their oath.
in the creation of the veil. the first sentence. she did not stop their. their should be there. just letting you know. i really like this too
thx, i wasn't sure of the wording there.