5e D&D Character Idea - Dragonborn

Idea for your next character, an NPC, members of an adventuring party or a backup character
Associated with a dragon bloodline, known as strong warriors and devoted champions.

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Zzxaaxthroth Hirrathak is a male dragonborn Rogue

Background - Outlander
Family - Your family are part of a proud clan. One of your parents died in an honor duel and so did your oldest sibling. Others of your family look to you to right the wrong
Draconic Ancestry - Silver Dragon ancestry with trait of "I am fascinated by the history and lore of old things" and physical aspect "My silver scales are so bright it is hard to pick out individual ones"

Trait - I try to disguise or play down my draconic heritage
Ideal - Mastery. If you can master yourself you can master the world
Bond - I care not for material goods. Faith and friendship are all that matter
Flaw - I'm obsessed with becoming a true dragon

Trinket - A book detailing the lineage of a dragonborn who died 500 years ago
Possible Pet - Honey is a toad. They can play or make a tune.


Beryntolthropal Torinn is a dragonborn Ranger

Background - Entertainer
Family - You were raised by your older brother. you are the youngest of five. You had to contend with being shunned
Draconic Ancestry - Gold Dragon ancestry with trait of "I have an affinity for secluded places" and physical aspect "A freshwater scent always surrounds me"

Trait - I idolize a hero of my people and refer often the their deeds and legends
Ideal - Destiny. I am fated to do great things. I have a duty to this fate
Bond - I seek to restore my lost honor at every step of the day
Flaw - I'm always trying to add to my secret hoard

Trinket - A damaged platinum coin that gives a slight shock when touched
Collection - Maps
Possible Pet - Shar is a happy giant centipede. They are missing a limb or body part and you won them in a bet or game


Yarjerit Ildrex is a dragonborn Barbarian

Background - Folk Hero
Family - Your family are part of a proud clan. One of your parents died in an honor duel and so did your oldest sibling. Others of your family look to you to right the wrong
Draconic Ancestry - Bronze Dragon ancestry with trait of "I seek a bronze dragon that helped my clan in a war centuries ago. " and physical aspect "Several sea shells have become part of my scales"

Trait - I have a love of riddles simple and complex
Ideal - Responsibility. My duty is to serve my clan and those who rely on me
Bond - I seek to restore my lost honor at every step of the day
Flaw - I am easily distracted by anything to do with dragons

Trinket - Several copper coins on a chain with your childhood name inscribed on them
Collection - Shields
Possible Pet - Bandit is a happy dog. They love to play with children and are very impressive at begging


Linxakasendalor Gilkass is a dragonborn Sorcerer

Background - Outlander
Family - You have four siblings, your father is a champion of war and your mother is a student of draconic magics.
Draconic Ancestry - Gold Dragon ancestry with trait of "I like to help others without them knowing I am doing so" and physical aspect "My eyes appear as pools of molten gold"

Trait - When I'm stuck I think... "what would a dragon do?"
Ideal - Adventure. To keep testing yourself against new challenges is to live fully
Bond - I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves
Flaw - I sometimes forget that battle is not the only option

Trinket - A damaged platinum coin that gives a slight shock when touched
Possible Pet - Bubbles is a flying sword. They have unexplained scales or hair


Delmirev Uadjit is a dragonborn Monk

Background - Noble
Family - Your family is protected by a dragon. One member from each generation goes to serve them for a time. It was meant to be your older sister but they have gone missing
Draconic Ancestry - Silver Dragon ancestry with trait of "I dream of cold mountain peaks and life among the clouds" and physical aspect "A faint fog sometimes surrounds me"

Trait - I try to see the good side of everything
Ideal - Adaptability. The world is in motion and we must move with it or be left behind
Bond - I have fallen in love with the tales around a particular dragon
Flaw - I'm always trying to add to my secret hoard

Trinket - A scabbard made from gold-colored wood that belonged to a great warrior
Collection - Gemstones of a particular color
Possible Pet - Pookie is a fiendish rare insect. They have a muzzle or other item covering their mouth or head and are covered in thick fur or hair