Wither Dragon

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Draccus mars

Wither Dragons have gained a negative reputation, even among their own kind. Hatchlings find themselves unable to control their powers, harming themselves and others around them unintentionally. This has resulted in many Wither Dragons choosing solitude, more out of necessity than desire. Even once they gain control, they have experienced enough seclusion to become most comfortable with that state. 

Statistics

Size Large Weight Medium
Temperament ★★☆☆☆ Speed ★★☆☆☆
Durability ★★☆☆☆ Stealth ★☆☆☆☆
Territorial ★☆☆☆☆ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★★★★☆ Flight ★★☆☆☆
Habitat Wastelands Diet Carnivores

Color Variants

 

Special Attribute: Aged Appearance. Wither Dragons’ scales are made to last. Though they will shed them as hatchlings and adolescents, the set they have as adults remains. Their skills are very durable, but once lost, they will not regrow. This gives some dragons a tattered and aged look.

Signature Abilities

  • Accelerates decay
  • Rusts metal
  • Weakens living tissue
  • Causes crops to fail

Strengths

  • Terrifying in prolonged warfare
  • Economic devastation
  • Doesn’t need to kill immediately

Weaknesses

  • Slow effects against healthy targets
  • Countered by magic that preserves or restores matter
  • Effects weaken over distance

Countermeasures

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Avoid prolonged contact and rotate equipment regularly Frequent replacement of gear, employ healers, invoke preservation magic Stone over iron where possible, expansive food stores, rapid quarantine of affected targets

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Dream Dragon

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Draccus somnia

Dream Dragons are some of the most peaceful dragons. While they understand violence has its place, they resort to it only in extreme situations. They excel in their eloquence, desiring to expand their knowledge and vocabulary above anything else. 

Statistics

Size Small Weight Medium
Temperament ★☆☆☆☆ Speed ★★☆☆☆
Durability ★★★☆☆ Stealth ★★☆☆☆
Territorial ★★☆☆☆ Cunning ★★★★★
Threat ★★☆☆☆ Flight ★★☆☆☆
Habitat Farlands Diet Omnivore

Color Variants

 

Special Attribute: Color Change. Dream Dragons have the uncanny ability to slightly alter the color of their scales. This is usually an unconscious choice affected by the dragon’s emotions or mental state.

Signature Abilities

  • Induces sleep
  • Influences emotions
  • Creates convincing illusions
  • Extended telepathy

Strengths

  • Ends wars before they begin
  • Superb diplomat
  • Can cripple morale

Weaknesses

  • Limited direct combat ability
  • Effects weakened by strong discipline
  • Magic breaks under physical pain

Countermeasures

Person Army City
Pain stimulus keeps focus Rotate sentries frequently Independent command structures prevents mass panic

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Crystal Dragon

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Draccus crystallis

Crysal dragons, sometimes called Gemlords, are best known for their sparkly scales. Their variety in color makes it difficult for these dragons to blend in with landscapes other than their crystal caves. They compensate for their lack of camouflage with reflective scales that repel both light and projectiles. 

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Statistics

Size Medium Weight Medium
Temperament ★★★☆☆ Speed ★★☆☆☆
Durability ★★★★☆ Stealth ★★☆☆☆
Territorial ★★☆☆☆ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★★★☆☆ Flight ★★☆☆☆
Habitat Caves Diet Omnivore

Color Variants

 

Special Attribute: Forehead Gem. Every Crystal Dragon is born with a small gemstone-like area located in their foreheads. This gem-like addition can carry a small glow when the dragon is intensely focused or channeling powerful abilities.

Signature Abilities

  • Reflects or refracts light, making aiming difficult
  • Glass-like scales can scatter magical energy
  • Sonic roar capable of shattering brittle materials
  • Can grow crystal formations from stone

Strengths

  • Excellent defensive armor
  • Difficult target for archers
  • Can fortify caves or defensive positions rapidly

Weaknesses

  • Brittle if struck with repeated heavy impacts
  • Crystal growth requires mineral-rich environments
  • Vibrations can propagate through their own crystal structures

Countermeasures

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Heavy hammer or mace over swords Siege hammers, ballistae with blunt bolts Flexible wooden structures survive crystal shockwaves better than rigid stone

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Void Dragon

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Draccus umbrai

Void Dragons are elusive and nocturnal. While they are not harmed by daylight, they feel most comfortable wreathed in darkness. Though they are not fast or powerful flyers, many of them have perfected the ability to fly quietly, making them outstanding ambushers and a terror living in every shadow. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Medium
Temperament ★★☆☆☆ Speed ★★★★☆
Durability ★★★★☆ Stealth ★★★★★
Territorial ★☆☆☆☆ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★★★★☆ Flight ★★☆☆☆
Habitat Caverns Diet Carnivore

Color Variants

   

Special Attribute: Dim Scales. Unlike the rest of dragonkind, Void Dragon scales lack a shimmer or sparkly. Instead, they remain matte, even when directly exposed to light. These scales carry the added benefit of repelling heat.

Signature Abilities

  • Shadow manipulation
  • Gravity distortion
  • Enhanced perception through darkness
  • Short-range spatial warps

Strengths

  • Extremely unpredictable
  • Excellent assassins
  • Difficult to trap 

Weaknesses

  • Gravity powers require concentration
  • Bright light limits shadows
  • Warps are short-range

Countermeasures

Person Army City
Keep moving unpredictably Flood battlefield with light Broad, open plazas reduce shadow cover

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Solar Dragon

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Draccus solaris

Solar Dragons are extremely extroverted. They prize the expression of joy and the chasing of a curiosity above most things. This has placed them in a variety of positions throughout the ages. Their ability to coordinate with other dragons has made them beloved among their own species. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Medium
Temperament ★★☆☆☆ Speed ★★☆☆☆
Durability ★★☆☆☆ Stealth ★☆☆☆☆
Territorial ★★★☆☆ Cunning ★★★☆☆
Threat ★☆☆☆☆ Flight ★★★★☆
Habitat Deserts Diet Omnivore

Color Variants

Special Attribute: Additional Eyelids. Solar Dragons have multiple eyelids. They can use these to filter surrounding light. This prevents them from being blinding by light ejected by their kin or by sungazing.

Signature Abilities

  • Blinding flashes
  • Continuous illumination
  • Heat rays
  • Sunlight empowerment

Strengths

  • Dominates during daytime
  • Prevents stealth
  • Excellent battlefield support

Weaknesses

  • Night reduces power
  • Overcast weather reduces effectiveness
  • Brightness affects allies too

Countermeasures

Person Army City
Tinted goggles or narrow visors Fight at dawn or dusk Covered streets and awnings

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Metal Dragon

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Draccus ferrus

The increased mass of Metal Dragons makes them difficult to displace. This is reflected in their psychology. Many are steadfast in their opinions and they adhere almost religious to laws. They believe systems are the ultimate tool for peace and progress. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Heavy
Temperament ★☆☆☆☆ Speed ★☆☆☆☆
Durability ★★★★★ Stealth ★★☆☆☆
Territorial ★★★☆☆ Cunning ★★☆☆☆
Threat ★★☆☆☆ Flight ★★★☆☆
Habitat Ore rich mountains Diet Omnivore

Color Variants

 

Special Attribute: Scale Mail. The Metal Dragon’s scales interlock much more closely than other dragons. The density of their scales gives them added defenses during combat but also increases their weight significantly.

Signature Abilities

  • Metallic armor
  • Reflective scales
  • Magnetic manipulation
  • Reinforced teeth/claws

Strengths

  • Incredible durability
  • Excellent melee fighter
  • Difficult to wound

Weaknesses

  • Heavy
  • Armor retains heat
  • Magnetism affects self

Countermeasures

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Target joints Use impact weapons Trap-filled streets or exploit weight

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Lightning Dragon

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Draccus fulmen

Lightning Dragons are the fastest of all the dragons. At their maximum speed, they match the speed of sound, causing sonic booms to follow them. This has caused some researchers to mistake their kind for controlling both lightning and thunder. Though they are extremely fast, their lack of endurance will quickly slow them. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Medium
Temperament ★★★☆☆ Speed ★★★★★
Durability ★★☆☆☆ Stealth ★★★☆☆
Territorial ★☆☆☆☆ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★★★☆☆ Flight ★★★★☆
Habitat Hills Diet Omnivore

Color Variants

 

Special Attribute: Second Wings. Lightning Dragons’ first wings are situated at their shoulders, as are all dragons’ wings. They have however a smaller, secondary pair protruding from their hips. They use this secondary pair to accelerate faster as well as influence their flexibility.

Signature Abilities

  • Lightning breath
  • Electrified claws
  • Electrical aura
  • Incredible speed

Strengths

  • Devastating first strike
  • Hard to pin down
  • Excellent against metal armor

Weaknesses

  • Poor precision
  • Conductive environments unpredictable
  • Tires quickly

Countermeasures

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Stay low Spread formations Lightning rods and grounding towers

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Nature Dragon

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Dracus flora

Nature Dragons are known for their gentleness and love of life. They express great joy among blooming fields and forests. This has led some to assume they lack the ability to defend themselves and the forests they settle in. If provoked, these dragons become powerful opponents. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Medium
Temperament ★☆☆☆☆ Speed ★★☆☆☆
Durability ★★★☆☆ Stealth ★★☆☆☆
Territorial ★★★★★ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★☆☆☆☆ Flight ★☆☆☆☆
Habitat Forests Diet Herbivores

Color Variants

Special Attribute: Bark Scales. Earth Dragon scales have a bark-like texture. This attribute aids them in their defenses. The grooves in their scales also catch plant parts, giving the dragon plant matter to manipulate with its special abilities when needed.

Signature Abilities

  • Accelerates plant growth
  • Living restraints
  • Root upheaval
  • Forest communication

Strengths

  • Area denial
  • Long sieges
  • Incredible camouflage

Weaknesses

  • Fire
  • Sparse environments
  • Hesitates to destroy ecosystems

Countermeasures

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Stay out of vegetation Controlled burns Clear vegetation around walls

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Mist Dragon

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Draccus obscura

Mist Dragons are light in color and mass. Despite their pale colors, however, they can be very playful and mischievous. They form strong, long-lasting friendships and alliances. Observing a Mist Dragon is a signifies trust from the dragon or that they don’t perceive you as a threat. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Light
Temperament ★☆☆☆☆ Speed ★★★★☆
Durability ★☆☆☆☆ Stealth ★★★★★
Territorial ★★★☆☆ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★★★★☆ Flight ★★★★☆
Habitat Swamps Diet  

Color Variants

Special Attribute: Wing Temperatures. An intricate network of blood vessels in the wing helps heat and cool surrounding air. This encourages the collection of moisture on or near the wings.

Signature Abilities

  • Conjures dense fog
  • Cloud walking
  • Moisture manipulation
  • Silent movement

Strengths

  • Superb reconnaissance 
  • Excellent ambushers
  • Naval superiority

Weaknesses

  • Wind disperses mist
  • Dry climates weaken abilities
  • Doesn’t like prolonged direct fights

Countermeasures

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Listen more than look Employ wind sorcery High watchtowers above fog level

Notable Crystal Dragons

       

Ice Dragon

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Draccus glaciel

Ice Dragons–like their name would imply–are calm and patient. Once settled, they are slow to act and difficult to rouse. They prefer silence and solitude, preferring the company of their own mind to the hum of outside voices. This attitude has given the illusion that they are rare. In truth, they seek to settle in desolate, distant places. 

Statistics

Size Medium Weight Medium
Temperament ★☆☆☆☆ Speed ★★★★☆
Durability ★★☆☆☆ Stealth ★★☆☆☆
Territorial ★★☆☆☆ Cunning ★★★★☆
Threat ★★★☆☆ Flight ★★★☆☆
Habitat Frozen landscapes Diet Carnivore

Color Variants

Special Attribute: Fur. Ice Dragons are special in that their scales have a slightly fur-like textrue. Small hairs protrude from their scales as well as in-between them. This helps them stay warm in their preferred cold landscapes.

Signature Abilities

  • Frost breath
  • Ice walls
  • Blizzard creation
  • Freeze surfaces

Strengths

  • Controls movement
  • Excellent endurance
  • Dangerous in winter

Weaknesses

  • Heat weakens constructs
  • Brittle ice can shatter
  • Less effective in deserts

Countermeasures

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Avoid frozen footing Carry heat sources Heated walls and roads

Notable Crystal Dragons