![[RunaraPic.png]] # Runara _Adult Bronze Dragon | [[Dragon's Rest]] | [[Stormwreck Isle]]_ ## Summary The leader of [[Dragon's Rest]]—a compassionate bronze dragon in human form who guides the sanctuary's residents in their search for peace and wisdom. After defeating the blue dragon [[Maelthas]] in a cataclysmic battle that shattered the [[Clifftop Observatory]], she established a sanctuary for peace and reconciliation. Served as the heroes' first major ally, testing their worthiness before revealing the island's dark history and entrusting them with stopping [[Sparkrender]]'s necromantic ritual. %% ## At a Glance Appears as a human woman with tanned skin and long, wavy brown hair. Deep, warm amber eyes reflect wisdom and kindness. Dresses in simple, flowing robes adorned with subtle patterns evoking ocean waves and gentle winds. Speaks with calm authority and genuine warmth. Absentmindedly traces patterns in the air when deep in thought, as if sketching clouds or waves. Wise and patient leader, genuinely invested in others' well-being. Values peace and understanding above all—fiercely protective when threatened. ## Personality Has hidden lair accessible by undersea tunnel where she keeps her true dragon form secret. Past actions in the war between dragons have left deep psychological scars—struggles with self-forgiveness. Studied with the [[Astral Conclave]] before their destruction, possessing valuable knowledge of the [[King-Killer Star]] and [[Dracorage Mythal]]. Her defeat of Maelthas earned her [[Iymrith]]'s eternal enmity, making Dragon's Rest a perpetual target. ## Quote _"In a world torn by strife, true peace can only be found when we learn to see beyond our differences and embrace the bonds that unite us."_ ## Background An adult bronze dragon who grew weary of endless conflict between chromatic and metallic dragons. She came to [[Stormwreck Isle]] to study with [[Orion Lunaris]]'s Astral Conclave, seeking knowledge that might help end the eternal war. When [[Maelthas]], Iymrith's mate, attempted to steal a soul-harvesting ritual to empower himself with the spirits of fallen dragons, Runara recognized the threat and confronted him. Their cataclysmic battle shattered the Clifftop Observatory and scattered the Astral Conclave, but Maelthas was slain. This victory came at great cost—destruction of a center of learning and the making of a powerful enemy in Iymrith. Haunted by the violence she perpetuated despite peaceful intentions, Runara established Dragon's Rest as a sanctuary, disguising herself as human to create neutral ground where dragons of all flights could meet without hostility. Her sanctuary thrived until Iymrith manipulated Countess Sansuri into attacking, resulting in Runara's capture and the destruction of much of her life's work. ## Stats **Adult Bronze Dragon** (MM) with monk/sanctuary leader abilities. %%