Core Dragons

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The dragons of the Core may be unusual to those used to the fairy tales told in the up. Core Dragons and Deep Core Dragons can be found in many places outside of the inhabited parts of the core, and should be treated with the caution and care required of creatures of their magnitude.

Appearance

It is hard to describe the appearance of a core dragon as it varies so wildly. Their silhouettes often resemble that of dragons from the stories from the up, however the material is often different. Adventurers and Explorers have described meeting dragons of steam, brass, cogs, energy, plasma, paper or even nothing. The one similarity was their imposing presence, one that made you certain there was a dragon nearby. While you may not recognize a Core Dragon, you will know one when you find it.

Behavior

It is commonly believed that Core Dragons are sentient, although BACK claims to have no reliable records suggesting any diplomacy with a dragon has ever taken place. Core Dragons are not simple wild creatures though, and can be very intelligent, tricking even the most experienced explorer. Beyond that behavior is hard to pin down due to the variety of dragons. Often, core dragons are known to block the path until a tribute is made. This behavior is normal, and should be expected.

Protocols

Ideally, you never need to interact with a core dragon. However if you encounter one the first rule is stay calm and stay polite. Core Dragons seem to like this trait. Make sure to do whatever the dragon seems to be asking of you, unless it would bring harm to you. If that is the case, bow and apologize profusely, offering up some of your gear in exchange for being unable to fulfill its request. If you see a core dragon in the distance, simply observe and do not approach.

Reports

The following is an excerpt from UP's record of dragons describing a dragon met in the Core. This time, the Interdimensional Rumor Mill reveals a Rumor from IF-92.723 out of its Rumor Registry...

Grey Dragon

Living within the steam clouds of the more humid regions of the core the Grey Dragon uses its colouration to blend into its surroundings. This secretive and shy creature, roughly the size of an upworld housecat, is primarily an ambush predator feeding on Oilrats and other small creatures. It is not entirely without danger to larger core denizens however having been known to attack larger creatures if they have already been injured.