Dragon: The Embers Core Book - MrGone's Character Sheets

A A Voluntary Voluntary Madness Madness of of Heart
Heart
A new Dragon is born when she
consumes the heart of an old dragon, in its
entirety. This is a life-affirming experience,
and the means through which the heart was
acquired forever marks the type of beast
she’ll be (It provided her with her Method).
Most know at least a little about what will
happen when they take this step… after all,
there’s rarely incentive to just eat a
mysterious muscle for the fun of it. Part of
the personal horror stems from this
foreshadowing; when actions lead to regret
the Dragon can only blame herself. After all,
she took that first bite.
The following metamorphosis is
exhilarating if not just a little frightening.
The entire body burns as the furnace ignites,
particularly in the region of the heart and
throat. Many parts become unfamiliar and
foreign. And in the midst of this, the
draconic code of conduct flash-burns into
the mind. It takes time to adjust. Of
anything it is an unforgettable, if not solitary,
experience.
Schools Schools and and Philosophies
Philosophies
Almost immediately after the
metamorphosis a Dragon proceeds to
remove her heart and choose a school—The
Dominion school of Embers or the Saintly
Devil school of the Five Evils. The code of
conduct makes her aware of these options
and the fact that her heart is the key to her
longevity. There are a rare few who refuse
this decision, and thus keep their heart in
chest.
Each school provides a general
mentality. The Embers school doesn't deny
their purpose but neither do they gorge. The
Five Evils school, on the other hand, live life
with a binge-and-purge gusto. The violent
type of binge-and-purge gusto. After
choosing a school the Dragon chooses a
main philosophy, the lens through which she
examines all things. This is not the only
philosophy she can follow, but it is the one
she holds with most regard.
Theme Theme and and Mood
Mood
Though every story told with the
Storyteller System is unique, stories that
involve Dragons have some common ground
regardless of setting or plot. These anchors
are the mood and theme, which are
inescapably sewn into the state of Oroboroi
membership.
Theme
Theme
The prevalent theme in any Dragon
game is divine right facing faded glory.
This often takes the form of relevance. In a
world that is evolving beyond a need for
them, Dragons as a group have to take a stab
at importance or be trampled in the march of
time. Being natural leaders this attempt
usually takes the form of climbing social
ladders.
Dashing to the top is dangerous
business. There’s nothing left to grab onto,
with a great plummet waiting at just a single
push. Mortals are vicious competitors in
this pursuit, but they are not the only threats.
Other things also vie for the reins.
Mood
Mood
The mood of any Dragon game is
simple: paranoia for the sake of selfpreservation.
Despite the fact that they are
practically indestructible, the critical
weakness attached to this revival cycle is a
matter of constant concern for dragons of
any age.
With the information revolution it
has never been more dangerous to hold
membership with the Oroboroi. Whispers
become screams as little fragments of truth
slip free into the ether and more secrets
become fact. Though many are hesitant to
believe, there is always someone who is