Dragaars

There are two species of dragonkin known to have descended from Dragur, though corrupted and defiled forms of both have formerly existed. Dragur, the Daemon of Knowledge, oftentimes appears as a dragon in his true form. Dragur’s chief descendants, the Dragaar, are sentient “greater dragons” that seek to collect and share knowledge with mortals. They can conceal themselves under the guise of mortals and other creatures, though it is a rare occasion to meet a Dragaar in person. Dragons, on the other hand, are more common -- though proportionately rare compared to other living beings -- than greater dragons. They are generally referred to as dragons, though the proper classification is “lesser dragon.” They are non sentient, and are commonly viewed as natural predators that roam our world. However, like all living beings, they are susceptible to taint and corruption. Though a rare occasion, dragons have been known to alter their very nature into a twisted, foul portrayal consumed by hatred and rage for the mortal races. The outcome of this calamity is referred to as a drake. Little is known about the purpose of the dragonkin as a whole, except that each species’ intentions vary greatly.

Dragaar

Bestowed with the gift of immortality and sentience, the Dragaar exist chiefly to seek and gather knowledge. Each Dragaar is assigned the role of gathering a distinct aspect of knowledge, and this role defines their characteristics and demeanor. However, they do not solely desire knowledge and wisdom. The greater dragons, or Dragaar, act as ever watching wardens over the mortal races. However, most prefer to live in seclusion in deep thought and meditation, only to emerge when the races call upon them in their time of need. The Dragaar can and often disguise themselves under the guise of a mortal or creature. This is their preferred method of watching over mortals, as it is both subtle and inconspicuous. There are only two Dragaar that have revealed themselves to the mortal races, and the decision to do so was not lightly concluded. Though the Dragaar seek to protect the mortal races, they often decide to do so by living in secrecy. Many discern that if they chose to associate themselves with mortal affairs too frequently, dire consequences would arise. The primary concern held by Dragaar, in regards to involvement in the matters of mortals, is that the races would eventually resort to relying on them to protect mortals from any form of evil. However, the greater dragons aspire to teach the mortal races self-preservation, without them depending on the intervention of immortals.

Drakaar

To attempt to bend the will of a Dragaar would be all for naught, and thus what can cause a Dragaar to devolve itself into a twisted abomination of hatred is unknown. The ancient ancestors of the four mortal races once believed that the choice for this horrendous transformation to occur was their own, though the aftermath of such a decision would contradict their entrusted duty. The greater dragon itself is a terrifying opponent, but a Dragaar that feels no remorse and fears no consequence? That is the true fear of corruption; the perversion of the mind and distortion of one’s morality is a dreadful circumstance. In past times, the outcome of such an event would often be referred to as a “greater drake.” It is the combination of a Dragaar’s sentience and a drake’s all-consuming hatred. The likelihood of a Dragaar devolving into a being tormented by rage is next to none, as most would, in their right mind, turn themselves into stone to prevent the conversion. The only verifiable event recorded of a Dragaar turning to stone is that of Velketzar. The Guardian Velketzar, consumed by self-condemnation and despair due to his failure, dramatically transformed into a stone statue to prevent the inevitable calamity. If a Dragaar were to fall under the hand of corruption, it would hold the power to politically corrupt nations with ease. Additionally, detecting and pursuing such a foe would be toilsome, all due to its shape shifting ability. Fortunately, deep meditation and concentration can inhibit this rare occurrence, along with immersing themselves in their aspect of knowledge.