ALEXANDRA DRAKONIS
DrakoniansDragonbinder General
"I have won battles that will be remembered for generations. But I remember the cost. I remember every soldier who didn't come home.""
Identity
- Residence
- The High Command, Dragon Spire
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Alexandra has the bearing of command, with polished scales and a dragon-crest that marks her status. Her eyes are sharp and calculating, and she moves with the confidence of someone used to being obeyed. Her bonded dragon's tooth hangs prominently from her neck. • Clothing: She wears ceremonial armor of the highest quality, displaying her rank and achievements. Her cape is woven from her dragon's shed scales. • Distinguishing Marks: A dragon tooth implanted in her chest, the mark of the dragonbond.
Relationships
- Family - A husband who manages their estate, children she barely sees
- Allies - Her bonded dragon, loyal officers, political allies
- Rivals - Competitors for power, politicians who question her methods
Personality
- Traits: Brilliantly strategic, deeply loyal to Drakon, questions the cost of victory, surprisingly protective of her troops
- Mannerisms: Studies maps constantly, speaks to her dragon during planning, touches her dragon tooth when making decisions
- Voice: Commands authority, can be surprisingly gentle with those she trusts
Backstory
Alexandra bonded with her dragon at fourteen and has risen through the ranks through skill and determination. She's led campaigns that expanded Drakon's borders and defeated powerful enemies. She's haunted by the cost of victory and questions whether endless conquest serves Drakon's best interests.
Daily Life
She commands the Drakonian military, planning campaigns, managing logistics, and making life-or-death decisions. She spends hours in communion with her dragon, strategizing and seeking counsel. She tries to protect her troops while achieving objectives.
Story Hooks
- 1 Alexandra needs help gathering evidence of the Archon's war plans
- 2 She's been ordered to lead an attack she believes is wrong, and needs help finding another way
Narrative Value
Alexandra represents military leadership and moral complexity. Her discovery creates opportunities for political intrigue. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════