The Miniature Dragonkin. Small dragon-like beings who quire heat-resistant furnishings and hoard shiny objects.
Physical Appearance
- Small dragon-like beings standing 80-120 cm tall with compact, sturdy bodies
- Covered in fine scales in various colors including ruby red, emerald green, sapphire blue, and gold
- Small wings on their backs, generally not large enough for true flight but useful for gliding short distances
- Short, blunt snouts with expressive faces and bright, intelligent eyes
- Small horns or crests unique to each individual
- Tails about half their body length, often used for balance and expression
- Small claws on their hands and feet that are surprisingly dexterous
Biology & Lifespan
- Lifespan of 150-200 years, with slow maturation (reaching adulthood around age 40)
- Possess minor breath abilities related to their scale color (red for warming, blue for cooling, etc.)
- Naturally resistant to heat and flame, able to handle very hot objects safely
- Omnivorous with a strong preference for cooked meats and spicy foods
- Sleep in curled positions, preferably on heated surfaces
- Shed their scales individually throughout the year rather than all at once
- Instinctively collect and organize shiny objects in personal “hoards”
Culture & Society
- Organized into “flights” or “clutches” led by elders with the most impressive personal collections
- Value craftsmanship, knowledge, and the beauty of well-made objects
- Many work as traders, appraisers, or guards of valuable items
- Some serve as living heat sources for forges or magical processes
- Maintain elaborate rituals around the giving and receiving of gifts
- Create intricate kinship networks based on scale patterns and coloration
- Celebrate “gleaming days” where they display their collections to one another
Special Needs at The Inn
- Heat-resistant furnishings and bedding in their rooms
- Small secure display cases for their personal treasures
- Warming stones or heat sources in sleeping areas
- Specialized food preparation accommodating their love of spicy and flame-cooked foods
- Social spaces designed for showing collections and exchanging treasures
Interactions with Other Races
- Fascinate Human with their draconic appearance and knowledge of valuables
- Drawn to Lumari for their crystalline beauty, sometimes leading to awkward attempts to “collect” a piece
- Enjoy the company of Pom Poms, who often help polish their treasured collections
- Cautious but curious about Aerids, finding their ephemeral nature confusing
- Sometimes employ Brownies to help organize and maintain their collections
Story Potential
- Seasonal Drakonids gatherings where they evaluate and trade treasures
- Individual Drakonids offering to serve as security for valuable items in the inn
- Opportunities to learn about rare and exotic treasures from their knowledge
- Quests to acquire special heat sources for Drakonids comfort
- A young Drakonids staying at your inn while starting their first collection