Are Metallic dragonborn evil?

No, Metallic Dragonborn (Gold, Silver, Bronze, Brass, Copper) are traditionally associated with goodness, honor, and benevolence in Dungeons & Dragons lore, contrasting with evil Chromatic dragons (Red, Blue, Green, Black, White). However, Dragonborn are a separate race from true dragons, so their color (metallic or chromatic) doesn't force them to be good or evil; it's a roleplaying choice, with most Dragonborn actually being neutral or good, regardless of their ancestry's traditional alignment.
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Are metallic dragons good or evil?

Ancient Metallic Dragons are among the largest and most powerful beings in the Forgotten Realms. They are also among the most benevolent forces that exist; all Metallic Dragons are good Dragons, unlike their Chromatic cousins. The might and intelligence of these amazing creatures cannot be overstated.
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Are dragonborn good or evil?

Dragonborn specifically are not inherently evil, even if they are of chromatic ancestry. They may or may not be more irascible, aggressive, avaricious or manipulative than the average sapient being, but they might end up chaotic neutral or good or lawful neutral or just neutral.
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Are metal dragons good?

Yes, in most fantasy settings like Dungeons & Dragons, metallic dragons (Gold, Silver, Bronze, Copper, Brass) are generally considered good, noble, and benevolent protectors, contrasting with evil chromatic dragons (Red, Blue, Green, Black, White). They are often wise, value conversation, and are associated with law and order, serving as allies to heroes, though they aren't necessarily simple or automatically altruistic.
 
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What is the most evil dragon color?

Black dragons, or skull dragons, were the most vile-tempered and cruel of all chromatic dragons. Excellent swimmers who normally lived in swamps and marshes, they preferred ambush attacks. They had a corrosive acid breath weapon.
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What is the weakest color dragon?

Seem mostly accepted that White is the overall weakest and Gold is the stronest among Metallics.
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Why do chromatic dragons hate metallic dragons?

By and large, chromatic dragons see metallic dragons as born rivals, an inferior species of dragon whose existence is an insult that cannot be tolerated. Devout worshipers of Tiamat particularly think this way, desiring to purge metallic dragons, the children of Bahamut, from the face of the world.
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Are metallic dragons greedy?

And indeed, while metallic dragons are as greedy and power-hungry as any dragon, they are more likely to uphold the tenets of peace and order than to ravage the land with fire and fury. Careful Stewards. Many metallic dragons consider themselves stewards of their territories.
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What does being a metal dragon mean?

A Metal Dragon signifies strength, determination, and ambition, drawing from the Chinese zodiac's five elements (Metal, Wood, Fire, Earth, Water) which modify the Dragon's traits; in fantasy (like D&D), metallic dragons are often good-aligned, wise protectors, contrasting chromatic dragons, representing courage and justice, embodying unwavering resolve, sharp intellect, and leadership.
 
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What does God say about dragons?

God, through the Bible, primarily uses "dragons" symbolically to represent ultimate evil, chaos, and powerful enemies like Satan and oppressive empires, though some interpretations suggest the imagery stems from real encounters with large reptiles like dinosaurs, with verses in Revelation explicitly calling Satan a dragon. The Bible links these symbolic dragons to the serpent in Eden, showing a thread of evil from the beginning to the end times, but God's power is always depicted as greater, ultimately defeating these forces. 
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Which dragonborns are evil?

Dragonborn tend to extremes, making a conscious choice for one side or the other in the cosmic war between good and evil (represented by Bahamut and Tiamat, respectively). Most dragonborn are good, but those who side with Tiamat can be terrible villains. As a DM, you have the final say in that, so it's up to you.
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What race hates dragonborns?

Yeah, in 4e Tieflings and Dragonborns don't often get along because of some big war they had in the past. I think they were the only 2 races to get their own handbooks if I remember correctly.
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What is the rarest Dragonborn color?

The rarest Dragonborn colors are typically those from less common dragon types like Platinum, Adamantine, Mithral, Steel, Brown, Gray, and Purple, often considered rare due to unique origins (like being divine offspring or lesser dragon types) or ancient, mixed bloodlines, with Platinum often cited as exceptionally rare, sometimes linked to Bahamut's direct lineage. Prismatic Dragonborn, with shifting rainbow scales, are also incredibly rare and often homebrew creations, mirroring legendary dragons.
 
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Who do metallic dragons worship?

Worshippers and clergy

Bahamut is revered by all good dragons, but gold, silver, and brass dragons hold him in particularly high regard. The evil dragons do not revere him, but respect Bahamut for his power and wisdom. Bahamut only accepts good-aligned priests.
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What are the 4 elemental dragons?

“In the beginning of the World, four dragons were raised from elemental energies and set to work creating a climate and atmosphere. They were called Earth, Water, Fire, and Air.
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Which metallic dragon is the strongest?

Gold dragons. Gold dragons were the most powerful and majestic of the classic metallic dragons. They are wise, lawful good foes of evil and injustice.
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Are metallic dragons evil?

AD&D 2nd edition and D&D 3rd edition divided true dragons further into three main categories: chromatic dragons which are evil-aligned; metallic dragons which are good; and neutral-aligned gem dragons, rare creatures that possess psionic abilities.
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Who should a metal dragon marry?

The Dragon will be adored by many people in their lifetime as many will be attracted to their flamboyant personality and outstanding looks. If they do marry then they will usually marry young and will find themselves very compatible with Rats, Snakes, Monkeys and Roosters.
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What is the personality of a metallic dragon?

Metal Dragon personalities, often seen in fantasy like D&D or Chinese astrology, blend sharp intellect, strength, and often good alignment (in fantasy) with traits like being talkative (Brass), philosophical (Steel/Electrum), or attention-seeking and straightforward (Chinese zodiac), valuing wisdom, honesty, and sometimes leadership, but needing to balance their eagerness with self-care to avoid overextending. 
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What is the weakest dragon in D&D?

In Dungeons & Dragons, the White Dragon is generally considered the weakest true dragon, being the smallest, least intelligent (more feral/bestial), and lowest Challenge Rating (CR) among the classic Chromatic (evil) dragons, though still formidable, with Brass Dragons often cited as the weakest Metallic (good) counterpart due to their non-confrontational, information-gathering nature. However, newer editions and supplements like Fizban's Treasury of Dragons introduce Deep Dragons, which are weaker than even White Dragons in 5e. 
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What are the traits of a metal dragon?

Metal dragons in fantasy are typically wise, good-aligned, intelligent beings (like Gold, Silver, Bronze, Copper, Brass) focused on knowledge, justice, and conversation, contrasting evil Chromatic dragons, but "Metal Dragons" also refer to powerful, often neutral/evil Iron/Steel types in some lore, known for strength, telepathy, and predatory instincts, reflecting both light and shadow in dragon lore. 
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Are golden dragons evil?

There is no creature in D&D beholden to any alignment. You can have good Red Dragons and Mind flayers as much as you can have evil Gold dragons. Generally speaking, most gold dragons are pretty lawful good overall.
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What race do dragonborns hate?

Relations with other races

Other than their well-known hatred of dragons, dragonborn have few definitive relationships with other races. The dragonborn of Tymanther have a known tolerance for races of all kinds, extending their courtesy even to races generally disliked such as tieflings.
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Why is smaug obsessed with gold?

Smaug was a fire-drake of the Third Age, considered the last "great" dragon of Middle-earth. He was drawn to the enormous wealth amassed by the Dwarves of the Erebor during King Thrór's reign.
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Has a non-targaryen ever ridden a dragon?

During the Dance of the Dragons, Hugh Hammer, Ulf the White, Addam of Hull, and Nettles were all found to be capable dragonriders. They were suspected to be Targaryen bastards, but never confirmed in the text. In particular, Nettles is sometimes pointed to as likely not a Targaryen.
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