Dragonborn

The Dragonborn of Seregon are an impressive and proud race, carrying with them the legacy of their creation as the Immortals of Karsis.

Origins: Created through ancient arcane rituals by the wizards of the long-lost Empire of Bamasuj, Dragonborn were imbued with the power of dragons, becoming the elite Immortals of Karsis. As both powerful warriors and masters of magic, they served the empire faithfully until its fall during the Amber Fever crisis.
Freedom and Legacy: After the empire’s collapse, the dying emperor freed the Dragonborn as a final reward for their service. Despite this, Dragonborn remain a communal people, bonded by shared honor and a rigid code of ethics. They often live and train together, forming small but highly disciplined enclaves.

Population: In Seregon, there are around 1,000 registered Dragonborn, the majority working as mercenaries in the jungle outside the city. These Dragonborn often specialize in jungle warfare, leveraging their strength and discipline in the untamed wilderness.
The Keep of the Immortals: The largest Dragonborn enclave is the Keep of the Immortals, located in the Westerpark District. Here, the Dragonborn organize themselves into dragonflights, each led by a respected elder. This fortress serves as both a barracks and a place of training, where younger Dragonborn learn the tenets of their kind—self-sufficiency, honor, and martial excellence.
Government Oversight: Seregon’s government imposes strict regulations on the Dragonborn, requiring them to register upon entering the city to ensure their numbers remain controlled. This is a point of contention, as Dragonborn pride chafes against what they perceive as unnecessary scrutiny.

Tensions with Temple Way: The largest source of conflict comes from the religious leaders of Temple Way, who see the Dragonborn as a potential threat to their influence. The Dragonborn’s strict adherence to their own code and lack of reverence for the temples' power makes them natural opponents.
Mercenary Role: The Assembly, Seregon’s ruling body, recognizes the strategic value of the Dragonborn. Their presence as mercenaries offers a powerful counterbalance to the rising influence of the religious factions, and they are frequently employed for high-risk missions in the dangerous jungles outside the city.

Aloof but Respected: To outsiders, Dragonborn may seem aloof or overly rigid, but they command respect for their loyalty, combat prowess, and sense of duty. Despite being accepted into society, they often remain wary of becoming too integrated, preferring the company of their own kind.
Complex Relations with Other Races: While Dragonborn coexist peacefully with most races, their history of conflict with Rakshasa and Red Wizards of Rasar creates a deep distrust. These groups view the Dragonborn as an impediment to their plans, while the Dragonborn see them as dishonorable foes.

Honor and Discipline: The core tenets of Dragonborn life emphasize self-discipline, continual self-improvement, and the maintenance of honor. These warriors hold their word and loyalty above all else, and even in the mercenary business, their contracts are seen as sacred pacts.
Resilience: Despite being freed from their servitude centuries ago, Dragonborn have not lost their martial edge. In fact, they have adapted to survive in a world without an empire to serve, making them fearsome both on the battlefield and in political arenas where their influence continues to grow.