Where did Dragonborn come from?

Dragonborn origins vary by fantasy setting, but generally, they are draconic humanoids created by dragon gods or ancient dragons from dragon eggs or infused with dragon essence, appearing in Dungeons & Dragons as servants or a distinct race from the world of Abeir, while in The Elder Scrolls, "Dragonborn" (Dovahkiin) refers to individuals with the soul of a dragon, gifted by the god Akatosh. Common themes involve divine creation, draconic experimentation, or being a chosen lineage with dragon-like powers, often hatching from eggs.
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What is the origin of the Dragonborn?

Dragonborn origins vary by universe, but in Dungeons & Dragons, they're draconic humanoids from the world of Abeir, created by dragons or dragon gods like Io, often as servants, migrating to Toril after the Spellplague. In The Elder Scrolls, "Dragonborn" (Dovahkiin) refers to individuals with the soul of a dragon, granted power by the dragon god Akatosh to speak the dragon language (Thu'um). 
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How did dragonborns come to be in Skyrim?

The Dragonborn (Dovahkiin) in Skyrim comes from being a mortal blessed by the dragon god Akatosh, giving them a dragon's soul, but their specific identity before the game starts is a blank slate for the player; they were simply a prisoner caught crossing the border from Cyrodiil into Skyrim, leading to their execution at Helgen. Lore-wise, Dragonborn are rare individuals (like the first, Miraak) chosen by Akatosh to possess dragon souls and the ability to absorb shouts and dragon souls directly, making them powerful and fated figures in Tamriel's history, often tied to great events and prophecies.
 
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How were dragonborns created in D&D?

Dragonborn in D&D have multiple origin stories, but generally stem from draconic power, often linked to the dragon gods {!nav}Bahamut and {!nav}Tiamat, sometimes created by the ancient dragon god {!nav}Io from his essence or blood, or through magical rituals, with key lore placing many in the world of {!nav}Abeir before migrating to {!nav}Toril (Faerûn) during the {!nav}Spellplague, appearing as wingless humanoids with draconic features and breath weapons. They are often depicted as hatched from dragon eggs, embodying a blend of humanoid and draconic traits.
 
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How did we become Dragonborn?

It is unknown as to how a Dragonborn is chosen. The various dynasties of Dragonborn Emperors led to a common belief that the Dragon blood is hereditary, though since it is a blessing of Akatosh himself it cannot be known how or why it is bestowed.
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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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Who was the very first Dragonborn?

In The Elder Scrolls lore, Miraak is historically recognized as the first Dragonborn, a powerful individual with the soul of a dragon, who lived in the Merethic Era, predating Saint Alessia. While Alessia was the first known Dragonborn ruler who established a covenant with Akatosh for liberty, Miraak was gifted his power by Akatosh to fight Alduin but betrayed his masters, becoming the first to absorb dragon souls and use shouts, eventually becoming trapped in Apocrypha by Hermaeus Mora.
 
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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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Are Dragonborn hatched or birthed?

Like true dragons, however, dragonborn hatch from eggs, usually laid singly or, more rarely, in a pair.
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What god made the dragonborn?

Dragonborn is a gift from Akatosh, either Alessia's dragon blood and the LDB's dragon soul is from Akatosh. IMO the Dragonborn Prophecy is rather different than Nerevarine prophecy where your points about "fulfilling prophecy" do counts.
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Are Nords the only Dragonborn?

The first Dragonborn was a nord named miraak but he is hardly the only dragonborn in history. St Alessia who lead mortals in the war against the heartland elves was an imperial, her dragonborn status was granted by Akatosh himself (there's no record of her ever using the Thu'um).
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What race was Miraak?

Miraak was a Nord, an ancient human race from Skyrim, who served as the first Dragonborn and a powerful Dragon Priest during the Dragon War before being trapped in Apocrypha by Hermaeus Mora. While his true face is hidden by his mask, game data and lore confirm his Nord heritage, though some speculate he could be an "Atmoran," an ancestor race to Nords.
 
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Can dragonborns and humans mate?

In official Dungeons & Dragons lore (especially 5th Edition), Dragonborn and humans generally cannot mate to produce offspring due to significant biological and magical differences, as Dragonborn reproduce via eggs and have different ancestry than dragons or humanoids, but Game Masters (DMs) can homebrew it as possible, sometimes leading to rare, powerful half-dragons or unique magical effects, though usually, true half-dragons come from actual dragons. 
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Who gave the Dragonborn his power?

The dragonblood emperors were blessed directly by akatosh during the coronation. It wasn't until the next era when those outside the line showed the powers and they became known as Dragonborn because they are born with the gift bestowed by kynereth.
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Why are Dragonborn not dragons?

Dragonborn are not dragon-blooded. They're more related to lizardfolk than dragons. The source of their elemental affinity is unknown (and varies depending on the setting), but it's most likely due to magical tampering instead of genetic tampering.
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Do female dragonborn have breasts in D&D?

Michael Scull Officially, in BG3, Dragonborn females do not have breasts, but in other media they might be depicted with them. Either way, dragons in their NORMAL form, are never depicted with breasts.
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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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What D&D race is the strongest?

Half-orcs are one of the strongest of the playable races/species in D&D. Image: Wizards of the Coast. Half-orcs might not be as bulky as their full-blooded orc brethren, but if you're looking to create a character who is stronger and hardier, then the half-orc is your best bet from the core D&D races/species.
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What is the lifespan of a dragonborn?

Dragonborn in Dungeons & Dragons typically live to be around 80 years old, similar to humans, maturing quickly by age 15 but aging slower afterward; however, some lore and adaptations (like specific games or homebrew) suggest longer lifespans, sometimes up to 400 years or more, due to their draconic heritage, though many die in glorious battle rather than old age. 
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What are the 5 legendary dragons?

There are 5 named dragons, a Star Dragon (Ymwrath), a Moon Dragon (Lamoreaux), a Sun Dragon (Gordinar), a Black Dragon (Shackolot) and a Forest Dragon (Bruwor).
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What is the weakest color dragon in D&D?

White dragons are the weakest and the most feral of the classic chromatic dragons. Though dimmer than other dragons, they are still powerful enough to overwhelm most humans and have good long-term memories.
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Does the Bible say dragons existed?

Yes, the Bible mentions "dragons," but translations vary; they often refer metaphorically to Satan or chaos, or literally to large sea/reptilian creatures (like Leviathan) that some scholars link to dinosaurs or large reptiles, appearing in books like Revelation (symbolizing Satan) and Job (Leviathan) or Old Testament verses mistranslated in the KJV as "dragons" (like tannin for sea monsters).
 
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Is Miraak a real Dragonborn?

Yes, Miraak is the First Dragonborn, a mortal gifted with the soul of a dragon, making him the first recorded person with the power to absorb dragon souls and use Thu'um (Dragon Shouts). He was a Dragon Priest during the Merethic Era, who ruled Solstheim but betrayed his dragon masters, leading to a legendary battle with Vahlok and his imprisonment by Hermaeus Mora, notes UESP. 
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Who is the father of all dragons?

Glaurung (Sindarin: "Gold-worm") was the first terrestrial, fire-breathing dragon in Middle-earth, bred by Morgoth himself in the depths of Angband. He was known as the Father of Dragons and so was possibly the progenitor of the dragons.
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