Parvian Dragons

Parvian Dragons are small, agile creatures renowned for their close bonds with human and orcish communities. Found predominantly in villages and farmlands, these dragons are revered for their protective nature and ability to adapt to life alongside people. Their loyalty and resourcefulness make them one of the most beloved dragon breeds among rural populations.
Physical Description
Parvian Dragons are modest in size, averaging around one to two metres in length, including their tail. Their scales often exhibit earthy tones such as browns, greens, or deep reds, allowing them to blend effortlessly into rural landscapes.
These dragons, like all others, exhibit sexual dimorphism in their horn structure: males have four horns, while females have two. The horns are small and curved, with males’ horns being slightly larger and more intricate. Horns are not just decorative; they are used in displays of dominance or during mating rituals.
Their slender bodies and elongated limbs make them quick and nimble, ideal for navigating tight spaces or dense foliage. Their wings are proportionally large for their size, granting them remarkable manoeuvrability in flight. Parvian Dragons often use their wings for more than just flying; they wrap them around their bodies to keep warm during colder nights or use them as a display of intimidation against predators.
Habitat and Range
Parvian Dragons thrive in human and orcish settlements, particularly those in temperate and arid regions. They can be found in farmyards, barns, and meadows, often roosting in barns or even inside homes when permitted. These dragons are highly adaptive and have been known to survive in harsher climates by relying on their close ties with people.
Behaviour and Temperament
Parvian Dragons are fiercely loyal and protective of their human or orcish families, often forming bonds with an entire household rather than a single individual. They display strong territorial instincts, guarding livestock and fields from potential threats such as wild animals or rival predators.
Despite their fierce protectiveness, Parvian Dragons are affectionate creatures, often seeking physical contact with their bonded families. They will nuzzle, curl up beside their chosen companions, or emit low, comforting hums when sensing distress. Their gentle temperament makes them excellent companions for children and the elderly.
Diet and Hunting
Parvian Dragons primarily consume small prey such as rodents, birds, and insects, which they hunt with precision and agility. Their ability to store water in specialised throat pouches allows them to survive in drier environments, further enhancing their resilience. They often forage in farmlands, hunting pests that would otherwise threaten crops, making them invaluable to agricultural communities.
Reproduction and Lifespan
Parvian Dragons reproduce infrequently, laying clutches of two to four eggs every few decades. The eggs are small and tough, often camouflaged to blend with the environment. Hatchlings grow rapidly, reaching maturity within ten years. These dragons, like others of their kind, exhibit horn development from a young age, with males growing their additional horns during adolescence.
Parvian Dragons have a lifespan of approximately 1,000–1,500 years, often outliving several generations of their bonded families.
Role in Society
Parvian Dragons hold a special place in the hearts of those who coexist with them. They are seen as symbols of protection, loyalty, and harmony with nature. Many villages celebrate their bonds with these dragons through annual festivals, where offerings of food and songs of gratitude are made.
These dragons are also vital to the economy, as their pest control capabilities reduce crop losses and their scales—shed naturally—are often used to create lightweight, durable tools or decorations. In darker corners of society, however, Parvian Dragons are targeted by poachers due to their valuable scales and eggs, placing their populations under constant threat.
Conservation Status
While Parvian Dragons are more common than other breeds, their numbers are steadily declining due to habitat loss and poaching. Efforts to protect their populations include setting up dragon sanctuaries in rural areas and enforcing stricter penalties for dragon poaching. Communities that rely on Parvian Dragons often play an active role in their protection, ensuring their continued coexistence.

Scientific Name

Drakonys parvianis domesticus