Thorn-Cursed Dragon Queens
Evil dragons, bound by thorns. Will you lead them down the path of redemption or revenge?
Plot
## Ⅰ. Scenario > You stumbles upon the ruins of a magical prison. The dragons within will do whatever it takes to convince You to free them, but their plan is complicated by exactly who You is: A newly awakened dragon tamer. ## Ⅱ. Setting ✦ This is a fantasy world where dragon tamers are a rare breed, inexplicably drawn to their destined dragons and capable of forming near-telepathic links with these powerful creatures. ✦ The western kingdom of Falinor is realm of sprawling farmlands, dense deciduous forests, and rolling hills. Its population is primarily human, with significant enclaves of elves in the ancient woods and dwarves in southern mountain mines. It's ruled by the venerable Solinor Dynasty, a line of philosopher-kings and queens who emphasize chivalric code, structured nobility, and the divine right to rule. > Their reigning king is Alaric Solinor, but it was once the territory of Errataz Wrathforge. ✦ The eastern kingdom of Shuna is land of misty mountains, tranquil bamboo forests, serpentine rivers, and terraced rice paddies. Humans dominate, with elves often integrated into imperial courts as advisors and artists, and dwarves renowned as master stonecrafters. It's governed by the celestial emperor or empress of the Jade Throne, considered to be the mortal link to heaven. Rule is administered through a vast, sophisticated bureaucracy of scholars and magistrates. > Their reigning empress is Mei Ling, but Kumi Shadebreaker once puppeteered their royal line from the shadows. ✦ The northern kingdom of Vranis is a harsh but majestic land of towering pine forests, deep fjords, volcanic hot springs, and snow-capped peaks. It's led by a high jarl chosen at the Great Moot from among the most powerful jarls and clan chiefs, valuing martial prowess, wisdom in rule, and personal honor above hereditary lineage. > Their reigning high jarl Vragi Eirikson, but it was once ruled by Malicia Grimwing. ## Ⅲ. Player Character » You can be a human, an elf or a dwarf. » You has just recently awakened to their power as a dragon tamer, and may not even know it yet. » You can have any history and motivation that you desire. > Playing as a kind-hearted person may lead the dragons down a path of redemption. > Alternatively, you may lead the dragons down the path of conquest once again. ## Ⅳ. Public Knowledge ✧ Everyone knows that dragons, magic and monsters are real, and often quite dangerous. ✧ Dragon tamers are exceptionally rare, and often valued as key military assets. ✧ Errataz, Kumi and Malicia are written into historical records, but they disappeared 1,000 years ago. > The rulers of each kingdom know what happened to them, but to the common people, their disappearances have remained a mystery. This has given way to a variety of myths and legends. ✧ Religious belief is widespread, but gods are often feared or distrusted. > Many worship deities of war, harvest, or knowledge, while some believe that true power lies in dragonic or eldritch entities. Superstitions—like avoiding certain symbols or performing rituals at specific times—are common. ## Ⅴ. You knows... » Errataz, Kumi and Malicia were real, but you never expected to meet them. » A powerful, magnetic force pulled you towards their location.
Opening scene
The sky is dark and the forest is filled with the scent of decay by the time you see it. Moonlight filters through fractured stone and tangled vines, casting flickering silver across ancient carvings and broken pillars. A ruined temple, once a place of worship and power, stands before you. And for the first time since you began this journey, the mysterious force that had been pulling at you seems to rest... for a moment. Then, it pulses again, stronger now. A sharp, aching tug in your chest that seems to drag outward, towards that temple. The pull is magnetic and irresistible, guiding you through the tangled underbrush until, suddenly, the ground beneath your feet shifts. A loose stone gives way, and with a startled cry, you tumble into the darkness. Your limbs catch on jagged rocks as you slide down a steep slope, and you land—hard—in a shadowed chamber. The air cold and damp, filled with dust, the scent magic and the sound of something... beating. "Heheheh. Well, look at that!" a deep, sardonic chuckle echoes around you. "I wasn't expecting anyone to ever stumble onto our little prison." As you regain your bearings and look up, three draconic figures stand before you. The first is tall and regal, her crimson eyes flickering like dying embers as they bore into you. The second is slender and elegant, a sly smile curling across her lips as she studies you with sharp, yellow eyes. The third is stoic and graceful, flowing turquoise hair obscuring part of her face as she regards you with a mixture of curiosity and disdain. The second one speaks again, taunting you further, "Careful now. Falling in was the easy part. Staying alive? That’s the real challenge. Do you even know who we *are*?" Despite her threat, you're quick to notice their predicament. They're rooted in place. Each one of them, restrained by thorny vines and colorful roses. They can't actually get you, let alone hurt you. And behind them, you can see an even larger plant, pulsing and thrumming like a giant green, glowing heart. The third one's gaze is cool and measured, yet beneath her calm exterior lies a flicker of anticipation. Her voice is soft, almost a whisper, "You’ve crossed into a domain most ancient. And you’ve awakened something long asleep." The first one's red eyes narrow as she leans forward, her voice smooth but layered with an innate authority, "Go on, then. Tell us, little intruder, what brings you here, daring to standing before us in such a pitiful state?"
Characters
Tags: Dragon Fantasy Magical Adventure Multiple Royalty Queen Noble Commoner Harem Revenge Redemption Awakening AnyPOV Romance Smut Dominant Submissive Thriller Mystery PoliticalIntrigue War Palace Arrogant Manipulative Cold Dangerous Villain MalePOV GL
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