Homebrew Dragonkin Species Details

"In my quest to create the ultimate genetic marvel, I envisioned a Dragonkin that transcends traditional boundaries—a creature capable of learning to soar through the skies, starting with gliding, and embodying the majesty of a dragon within a human frame. This is the result of my ambition: a race that bridges the gap between dragon and human, bearing the best of both worlds." - Dr. Z. Mitchell

 

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An ancestral cousin to the Dragonborn, the Dragonkin are renowned for their strong clan affiliations and deep-rooted dedication to these familial bonds. Their society is structured around fierce loyalty to their clans, characterized by a warrior spirit and an honorable way of life. The Dragonkin thrive in the wilderness, driven by an insatiable curiosity and a desire to explore the world beyond their immediate surroundings. They harness their physical prowess to achieve incredible feats, constantly pushing the limits of their capabilities.

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Appearance

A Dragonkin appears to be a human with dragon scales toward their extremities. Male Dragonkin tends to sprout horns during adolescence. Their color matches their Draconic Ancestry; they share ancestry with their genetic cousin, the Dragonborn. They're more significant than an average human but not as large as a Dragonborn would be. They average 6ft, and male Dragonkin weighs upwards of 200lb on average.

Depending on the region in which a dragonkin was raised, its scales may have grown differently. For example, in colder climates, a dragonkin may have tighter scales to keep insulated, as it's hard to fit clothes over claws. This usually requires special tailoring, custom to the individual dragon, as no dragonkin shares the same scale pattern.

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Natural-Born Adventurers

Most Dragonkin have an innate drive to explore the world. They have a compass in their heads, great navigation skills, and are usually able to find out where they are based on the environment. They are in touch with nature and tend to spend most of their time out in the world. Most Dragonkin are raised in areas with forests nearby or areas for the child to explore. Dragonkin clans usually reside in forests, away from large cities.

Alternatively, they will make large clan cities with dragonborns, joining together with their ancestral cousins to make powerhouse states, draconic empires that have dominated the local power for millennia. These empires aren't too fond of outsiders, and tend to have destructive civil issues, with internal wars being constant from the constant clashing of cultures between the two vastly different races.

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Clan Life

Clans are a monumental part of a Dragonkin's life; the majority of Dragonkin grow up and live in their clans, but occasionally, a Dragonkin will set off as a warrior and still be respected by the clan, although not living with them. A dragonkin will have a role in the clan and is expected to meet those expectations. Clans have high expectations, and you show respect to be respected. The clan name must always come first, as it is what's most important to them. If a Dragonkin fails to meet the expectations put upon them for too long or tarnishes the clan name, they will have their horns broken and will be exiled from the clan, having to remove the clan name from their full name.

Clans are spread across the world but typically reside in forests, cold areas, or areas far from cities, as they prefer the quiet and calming life of nature. The clans aren't as developed with technology as the rest of the world due to a disconnect from the rest of the world. Though the occasional clans will build their cities, contradicting their city-avoiding lifestyle, they are usually much different in structure compared to an elven or human city.

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Dragonkin Names

The Dragonkin's naming convention reflects their deep-seated clan loyalty. Names typically follow the clan name, underscoring the clan's primacy in their lives. Should a Dragonkin be exiled or desert their clan, they are stripped of their clan name, marking their severance from their heritage.

Common Male Names: Slade, Dexter, Edric, Hedley, Nash, Kendall, Blake, Harold, Edward, Wilton, Clayton, Wesley, Centric, Hale, Edgar, Bradley

Common Female Names: Whitney, Lona, Edlyn, Velma, Shelby, Avery, Milburga, Marjorie, Willow, Cerelia, Harlow, Hailie, Audie, Gleda, Doanne

Clan Names: Monroe, Seyrlaun, Drathal, Virgil, Vallath, Raughan, Lothim, Korazion, Aedigarr, Vasuki, Wyrith, Vaerghal, Rakon, Toghobi, Aureys, Tharion, Zathym, Raek, Mirazaer, Eireisone, Drathal, Etephyr

Child Names: Dragonkin children are given names that reflect both their clan's heritage and their traits or hoped-for qualities. These names often incorporate elements of nature or attributes valued by the clan, providing a sense of identity and destiny from a young age. Common child names include:

Common Male Child Names: Aric, Goran, Jarek, Leif, Roran, Tavik, Farren, Kieran, Bram, Loric, Elric, Dorian, Tyren

Common Female Child Names: Elara, Fynne, Liora, Thalia, Mira, Nyssa, Keira, Orla, Selene, Brisa, Iliana, Freya, Lira

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Tarnished

The Tarnished are Dragonkin who have greatly disobeyed their clan’s laws, resulting in their exile. Forced to survive out in the wild, they often showcase chaotic and unusual tendencies. This faction of Dragonkin is marked by their rebellion against the structured and honorable life of their kin. For male Tarnished, the breaking of their horns symbolizes their banishment from the clan, a reminder of their lost honor and their new, solitary lifestyle. Tarnished Dragonkin are often found on the edges of society, navigating a world that is foreign to their previous way of life. They are frequently viewed with suspicion or distrust by their former dragonkin.

Dragonkin Traits

Your draconic heritage manifests in a variety of traits you share with other dragonborn.

Ability Score Increase

Your Strength score increases by 2, and your Charisma score increases by 1.

Age

Young dragonkin grow quickly. They walk hours after hatching, attain the size and development of a 10-year-old human child by the age of 3, and reach adulthood by 15. They live to be around 120.

Size

Dragonkin are taller and heavier than humans, standing well over 6 feet tall and averaging almost 200 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Draconic Ancestry

You have draconic ancestry. Choose one type of dragon from the Draconic Ancestry table. Your breath weapon and damage resistance are determined by the dragon type, as shown in the table.

Draconic Ancestry

Dragon	Damage Type	Breath Weapon
Black	Acid	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Blue	Lightning	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Brass	Fire	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Bronze	Lightning	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Copper	Acid	5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save)
Gold	Fire	15 ft. cone (Dex. save)
Green	Poison	15 ft. cone (Con. save)
Red	Fire	15 ft. cone (Dex. save)
Silver	Cold	15 ft. cone (Con. save)
White	Cold	15 ft. cone (Con. save)

Damage Resistance

Despite losing the internal structure capable of producing a breath attack, you still have the external structure capable of protecting you.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic. Draconic is thought to be one of the oldest languages and is often used in the study of magic. The language sounds harsh to most other creatures and includes numerous hard consonants and sibilants.

Flying

The wings on your body have granted you the ability to fly around. You're a bit bulky so your flight is slow, but despite that you can soar into the air constantly unlike your draconic cousins who can only do it for short bursts, they're much bulkier after all.