For thousands of years the Order of Dragons ruled The Land. Wizard-warriors and lords all, from their fortresses the Order commanded with absolute power. Dragon disciples, whom it is said were all descended from true dragons, trained at such fortresses from an early age in the use of both arms and armor and magic and upon reaching maturity, would become Elder Knights of the Order. Some of the most powerful Elders were even said to be able to assume the aspect of a huge winged dragon.
This has all now come to an end. Within hours every stronghold of Dragonkin has been destroyed, every dragon warrior-mage has been killed, their bodies burned beyond recovery. Every Dragon Lord except you that is. You are the last.
Like all those who have carried the dragon's blood, you were marked at an early age as exceptional and brought to the Order to train. As a senior apprentice nearing graduation, you were sent on a routine errand that took you away from your stronghold and so you were not present on the fateful day now remembered as the Dragonfall - the day when all who bore the mark of the dragon perished.
The Order is gone, their fortresses reduced to crumbling ruins. The people seem mostly glad for their freedom and have adopted new rulers elevated from their own ranks. Homeless and without kindred, you now wander this land haunted by your fate... The Last Dragon Lord.
As I write this, the global pandemic which began approximately a year ago and largely defined the year 2020 shows no signs of abating. Table-top gaming has moved on-line for many of us. Those who are fortunate enough to live with another gamer or two are perhaps looking for ways to continue gaming face-to-face with a very small group. Traditional party based adventuring remains possible, and face-to-face games remain a goal of many and may hopefully resume in the coming year. In the meantime, I offer the above as inspiration. It is admittedly not an original idea. I have borrowed heavily from various sources for my inspiration. I write these words in hope that they will inspire others to borrow ideas, add your own, and create fun opportunities for a referee and one (maybe two) players to explore the fun that can be had adventuring in a fantastic setting.
Happy Holidays to all!
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