────────────────────────────────────────── ══ ══════════════════ ═══════════════════ ══ ══ ══════════════════ ═══════════════════ ══ ────────────────────────────────────────── The Dragon Temple is a living testament of time long past, a place of wonder, mystery, and ancient history. Recently revived as a location of faith and community, many Dragon worshipers find themselves here to pray and commune with one another. Over the span of two years, Regalia has also seen these faithful band together to form the Primal League, led by the Matron of the Glass Spire, Cordenia Zylmoira. With the emergence of the Imperial Dragon some years ago, Dragon Worship continues to grow and expand throughout the Holy City. The Dragon Faithful invite curious and even skeptical people to the temple grounds on a daily basis. The Matron, along with her Mother Adjunct and assortment of Dragon Wardens, hosts frequent communions open to the good-standing public, wealthy or otherwise, to offer enlightenment and guidance wherever it's needed. ────────────────────────────────────────── TEMPLE RULES There are a few rules kept by the Matron, as the Dragon Temple is legally owned in her name. They are as follows: No blood shall be shed or spilled on temple grounds. Respect the Dragon hierarchy, and thereby respect Dragons. All fights, for training or legitimate purposes, must be held at the All-Faith Arena. ────────────────────────────────────────── THE DRAGON HIERARCHY As with most organizations, formal or informal, there is an established line of authority formed to better serve the Imperial Dragon's mission. It is as follows: Rhaakhr, or the Imperial Dragon, has absolute say. He remains at the top. The Matron comes second, as Rhaakhr's direct servant and line of communication. The Mother Adjunct, acting as the General and motherly guiding figure to all. The Dragon Wardens, select individuals blessed with various gifts to serve with. Archbloods share a position with Dragon Wardens in this hierarchy, as they are also gifted by Dragons in order to serve. ────────────────────────────────────────── THE IMPERIAL DRAGON'S MISSION Most people who attend the Dragon Temple at any point will often hear the Matron and the Faithful refer to this mission. Put simply, the Imperial Dragon works towards bettering the world. Hence listeners will pick up on mentions such as "the betterment of the world" or "for the goodness of the world" from these aforementioned Faithful. Spoiler Note: The outright definition of what's "good" for the world varies per person. The Matron believes in one form of good, the Mother Adjunct may have her variations, the Wardens will each have their own definitions, and so on. Ultimately, the mission is simple and cryptic--mirroring Rhaakhr's cryptic nature, as well as permitting leeway with the Faithful as they worship in their own individual styles. ────────────────────────────────────────── ══ ══════════════════ ═══════════════════ ══ ══ ══════════════════ ═══════════════════ ══ ────────────────────────────────────────── Some are chosen to take up the mantle of Wardenship, serving towards the Imperial Dragon's mission and aiding the good people around them, commoner, noble, or otherwise. These chosen few prove themselves as worthy of receiving a morsel of draconic power that then lingers within them. Wardens are not made until they are trialed. There are two designated "titles" among the Faithful that one can be given when it comes to Wardenship: Aspiring Wardens are people who profess their interest in becoming Dragon Wardens. They are tasked to complete all trials at every level and prove their faith, genuity, and loyalty. Dragon Wardens are those who have completed all of their trials and are "anointed" into Dragon Wardens by the Matron Cordenia Zylmoira. Dragon Wardens are expected to work diligently and overcome their obstacles. ────────────────────────────────────────── ASPIRING WARDEN TRIALS There are several trials that aspirants are given before they are remotely considered for Dragon Wardenship. They are as follows: 1:1 fights, often held in the All-Faith Arena. Void/Exist Exposure & Mute. Ënneia’s Walk. Group combat drills. 3 Star raid. 5 Star raid. Final Judgement. Spoiler OOC Note: The Matron will always make this clarification IC, but there is never an outright guarantee an aspiring Warden will become a Dragon Warden, even if they accomplish all of their trials in a successful manner. It is the Matron's duty to be the judge of who is worthy and unworthy for Wardenship. This also applies to currently existing Wardens; disloyal, lazy, and disrespectful Wardens have and will be stripped of their rank if they are deemed unsuitable. ────────────────────────────────────────── DRAGON WARDENS Dragon Wardens, otherwise known as Dragon Warriors, have three different niches. One person may only choose one, or the Matron chooses for them where she believes they will be best suited. These niches are as follows: Dragon Intendant, the scribes, managers, analysts, writers, and messengers. These are also seen as the "spies" of the Warriors. People with more analytical and bureaucratic non-combat mindsets are often picked for this role. Dragon Benefactor, the healers, guides, priests, soothsayers, and advisors. People with a more peaceful and caring non-combat mindset are picked for this role. Dragon Custodian, the protectors, guardians, custodians, and bodyguards. People with protective and shielding personalities with the bravery to face combat for the good of the world are picked for this role. Spoiler OOC Note: There are more details on the Dragon Warden wiki page. Please read closely, especially in the "Becoming a Dragon Warden" section. ────────────────────────────────────────── ══ ══════════════════ ═══════════════════ ══ ══ ══════════════════ ═══════════════════ ══ ────────────────────────────────────────── Dragon Worship has several Thrones and several Dragons overall that are both known and unknown. The five primary Dragons, and the most commonly worshiped at the Dragon Temple, are as follows: Rhaakhr the Purple Crown. Asaph the Violet Creation. Saaima the White Sky. Anlon the Teal Deep. Qaarn the Red Core. ────────────────────────────────────────── DRAGON WORSHIP FESTIVALS Every month, the Dragon Faithful participate in a festival to honor and celebrate an aspect of Dragon Worship. The Matron often hosts these events, but fellow followers are always welcome to co-host or host something entirely of their own in conjunction. Spoiler OOC Note: To read more on Dragon Faith Festivals, check out the wiki page. We host these festivals by month on the 15th, so long as other events haven't bombarded that specific day. ────────────────────────────────────────── SERVICES There are various services both the Matron and the Dragon Wardens can offer to visitors. Some examples are: Injury healing. Religious guidance and counsel. Bodily protection. Curse & magic removal.* (*Please consult MantaRey if you want clarification or have questions) The Matron accepts questions and conversations on Dragons and Dragon Worship. The Faithful are also no strangers to information on Dragons, as the temple is a place of open communication and never secrecy. There is no cost to what the Dragon Faithful can offer and will welcome people with amiable faces or open arms, so long as the rules are followed. ────────────────────────────────────────── OOC NOTES We are always interested in meeting new characters and new players, or people who have never dabbled in Dragon Worship or other Dragon-related topics. If you see a notice from us in the RP-COMM Discord, feel free to swing by, ask some questions, or take in the scenery. Seriously, it's a pretty spot. If you have any other questions, you can DM me, Athelois, or any of our Dragon Warden players that you meet. Thanks and happy RPing!
