Dragon Races
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The dragon races are characterized by the fact that their biology is extremely adaptable and fluid, with many subspecies not dictated by genetics, but rather the climate they were born into. They are all capable of producing fertile offspring among each other, and with any pony race, making them highly prolific and populous.
They can be generally sorted into five broad categories, depending on the primary "aspect" of their climate: Temperate, Hot, Cold, Wet, and Dry. Some subspecies are classified as hybrids of any two of these aspects, while others may be purely one or another.
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Temperate Dragons
Temperate dragons are considered the "standard" boilerplate dragons that most will think of when they first think of a dragon. Often, they are what subtype is born if a baby dragon cannot absorb enough ambient magic during gestation.
Standard Temperate
Pure TemperateLifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-7'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
Standard Temperates are a surprisingly rare subspecies - dragons are often the pioneers of settling dangerous regions, and many do not live in the gentler climates that would produce Standard Temperates. Still, as they have no extreme traits that would differentiate them from the other subspecies, many non-dragons consider them to be the "face" of all dragons, a sort-of template that the other subspecies build off of.
If Standard Temperates dislike this stereotype, many don't speak of it - characterized by high aversions to conflict and generally peaceable demeanors, they are easy to get along with and mostly keep to themselves. Most are prone to severe anxiety under pressure, especially time restraints, and avoid positions of authority or high risk. In a sense, many Standard Temperates would happily call themselves the "boring" dragons.
Forest
Pure TemperateLifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-6'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
Forest dragons boast some of the largest natural horns of any dragons, often covered in growing foliage native to their place of birth. Layers of this foliage sprout of their backs where wings would rest and down the length of their tail, but these locations' growth is often trimmed and kept short in comparison to the horns. Most Forest dragons are somewhat territorial and claim swaths of woodland as theirs, which is typically shared with family. They are notoriously independent and are rarely seen in larger society, preferring to remain in their territory.
They can sometimes form alliances with other territorial dragons in a region - for example, a river running through their forest may prompt a friendship with its protective River dragon, should they exist. Though not very affectionate, they are highly loyal.
Grasslands
Temperate/HotLifespan: 170-200y Height: 4'00"-5'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
Like Forest dragons, Grasslands dragons have flora native to their hometown growing over their bodies. These flowers form a symbiotic relationship with their host, and are safe for the host dragon to touch or pluck without harm - but retain their natural properties otherwise, making Grasslands dragons potent alchemists should they luck into excellent heritage. Many Grasslands dragons are happy to supply their flowers within reason to alchemists, biologists, and mages within reason - and as long as they themselves aren't using their samples first.
Though there is a stereotype that Grasslands dragons misunderstand the worth of their flowers and are easily manipulated, this is not the case. Many dragons take great interest in learning about their flowers and understand their use - they are generous, not naive.
Draunity
??? (Varies)Lifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-6'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
The term 'draunity' encompasses any dragon-pony hybrid with visible hybrid lineage. As such, there is no one unified appearance for them - some may only have a pony grandparent, while others may be true 50-50 blends, with varying traits inherited from both distinct racial groups. Many consider draunities to be proper dragons "influenced" by pony genetics, however, as they display the climate-adaptive traits of dragons prominently.
Draunities are proud of their heritage and often enjoy tracking geneaology. Many dragons share an affectionate stereotype of draunities collecting heirlooms and photo albums, attracted to physical history of the people that shaped them. This is only helped by draunity nearly never moving out of their hometowns and often inheriting their childhood homes.
Hot Dragons
Hot dragons are the most vividly colored of all dragon subtypes, often appearing highly saturated or contrasting. Many have various methods of producing venom or toxins, though others still will remove their spines. They are oft considered the least adaptive to other climates of the subtypes, as they shed heat easily and lack natural insulation or protection - save for the Standard Hot.
Standard Hot
Pure HotLifespan: 170-200y Height: 8'00"-9'00" Diet: Carnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
Most Standard Hot dragons boast bright colors across their fur and hair, and often contain banding or markings of some sort. Their spine and wingtips are covered in ivoric spikes, adding to their intimidating and eye-catching appearance. With thin fur and otherwise no handicaps, they are suited for staying in most climates, and proliferate through universes with the ease of the Standard Temperates. Despite their aggressive looks, many Standard Hots are polite and kind, aware of and taking pains to avoid affirming apprehension.
Many find themselves somewhat nomadic, traveling across many different places and struggling to settle. There is a long-running joke in dragon culture regarding that Standard Hots' children will be of a dozen different climates, with all the extra childcare and effort that entails.
Hot Springs
Hot/WetLifespan: 170-200y Height: 7'00"-9'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
Hot Springs dragons are considered exceptionally attractive among the dragons for the many shimmering colors in their horns, wings, and tail, said to be akin to the auroras. These stereotype extends further to many considering them ethereal, dreamy, and sometimes spoilt. Though they are a rarer subspecies, Hot Springs dragons do not take any careful pains to stay in their home climates to produce more - usually ending up as nomadic practical mages, travelling as childless adults and earning coin through commissioned magery work.
A little-known fact is that they deeply enjoy snuggling, and fall asleep in piles of blankets, pillows, and each other, comforted by the warmth of each other's body temperature. This leads to many becoming friends with other Hot dragons, Eurys, or Lelikki.
Chaparral
Pure HotLifespan: 170-200y Height: 8'00"-9'00" Diet: Carnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
Stereotyped as somewhat reckless and good friends of any Eurys they meet in their life, Chaparral dragons nevertheless live up to expectation with fiery personalities, endless energy, and literal magical flames coming out of their body. However, don't fret - they are fully capable of controlling these flames, and indeed can make them intangible or temporarily snuff them out. The fires are fueled by Magninium, hence the control.
Most Chaparral dragons are highly communal, with multiple families living under one large roof. They highly value doing work themselves, divvying up household chores such as gardening, repairs, and maintenance between members of a household unit. They enjoy recruiting other dragon subspecies into their communes, and tend to have a welcoming open-door policy for couples and friends of the families.
Rainforest
Hot/WetLifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-6'00" Diet: Herbivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
Active and energetic, Rainforest dragons are excellent climbers, able to use their prehensile tails to assist in grabbing branches or holding objects as they scale trees. Mounted on their arms are two long spines filled with a paralysing venom, though many Rainforest dragons choose to deliberately sand down these spines to both make clothes-shopping easier and come off as less intimidating. On average, they have the brightest colors, even among Hot dragons.
Most are characterized by a shared love of trivia and quizzes, and enjoy debating travellers and distributing difficult riddles to them. Many Rainforest dragons characterize this as a form of curiosity, and are rather deflated if others refuse to "play games" with them.
Dry Dragons
Dry dragons typically have elaborate markings covering their body, and stout, fat tails for storing nutrients. While most assume they all hail from deserts, in reality they are quite equipped to survive most extreme climates well - but only those extreme environments, as many are specialized and require extensive climate control outside of their element.
Standard Dry
Pure DryLifespan: 170-200y Height: 7'00"-9'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
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Desert
Dry/HotLifespan: 170-200y Height: 7'00"-8'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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Savannah
Dry/TemperateLifespan: 170-200y Height: 7'00"-7'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
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Tundra
Dry/ColdLifespan: 170-200y Height: 4'00"-5'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
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Wet Dragons
Wet dragons universally have gills and are adept swimmers. For most, the wings on their back have been replaced by fins, and they are typically incapable of flight even if they have wings. Most would be classified as a semi-aquatic race. They are notable for being lean and muscular, often considered the fittest and most athletic of the dragon types.
Standard Wet
Pure WetLifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-6'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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River
Pure WetLifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-8'00" Diet: Piscivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
River dragons are highly territorial and aggressive, bodies prime for extended swimming against currents. Boasting powerful tails, strong legs, and a plethora of fins, they can make swift turns and vault minor waterfalls across sweeping rivers, which they often claim as "theirs" and defend against other River dragons. Nothing is more relaxing to a River dragon except the enjoyment of their territory, and many become involved in the preservation of local water sources as a byproduct of their protectiveness. They use their rivers for recreation, pleasure, and hunting - being quite fond of eating fish raw.
Individuals who lack a territory often feel restless, tense, and have heightened aggression, which adds to their stereotype of decidedly unfriendly and belligerent. Their protectiveness often extends to objects and people close to them, and many are fiercely, violently loyal.
Bog
Pure WetLifespan: 170-200y Height: 6'00"-7'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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Swamp
Wet/HotLifespan: 170-200y Height: 6'00"-7'00" Diet: Piscivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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Cold Dragons
Cold dragons are covered in a double-coat of fur, on top of already having fluff grow around other parts of their body. Despite being able to shave down to live in other climates, many simply prefer to continue to live on icy wastes or tundras.
Standard Cold
Pure ColdLifespan: 170-200y Height: 4'00"-5'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon (Fly)
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Taiga
Cold/TemperateLifespan: 170-200y Height: 6'00"-7'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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Glacier
Pure ColdLifespan: 170-200y Height: 4'00"-5'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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Ocean
Cold/WetLifespan: 170-200y Height: 5'00"-6'00" Diet: Omnivore Sex: Anbinary Type: Dragon
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