Why is it called dragonborn?

"Dragonborn" refers to individuals in fantasy settings (like The Elder Scrolls or Dungeons & Dragons) who are literally born with dragon-like qualities, either possessing a dragon's soul within a mortal body (Skyrim's Dovahkiin) or being humanoid creatures with draconic ancestry and features, combining the best of dragons and humanoids, often shaped by dragon gods or dragons themselves. They can wield dragon-like powers, such as the Thu'um (Dragon Tongue) in Skyrim, allowing them to absorb dragon souls and learn shouts, making them feared dragon slayers.
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Why are they called Dragonborn?

Born of dragons, as their name proclaims, the dragonborn walk proudly through a world that greets them with fearful incomprehension. Shaped by draconic gods or the dragons themselves, dragonborn originally hatched from dragon eggs as a unique race, combining the best attributes of dragons and humanoids.
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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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How did the Dragonborn 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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Why do they call Martin Septim Dragonborn?

"Dragonborn" in the context of the Septim succession meant "of the true blood of Tiber Septim". Tiber Septim was Dragonborn (in the proper sense of having a dragon's soul), and the title was inherited, even if the soul was not. It's possible none or some or all of the Septim emperors were actually Dragonborn.
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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 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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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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Has anyone ever 100% beaten Skyrim?

I don't know whether to describe this as an act of herculean heroism or sisyphean torment, but someone has beaten Skyrim. No, really beaten it. Wrung every last drop of adventure out of it in a trial that left them with every spell, item, and perk in the game at level—wait for it—1,337, entirely without mods or cheats.
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Who is the last dragonborn?

The Last Dragonborn (or Dovahkiin) is the player character and hero of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, a mortal born with the soul and blood of a dragon, allowing them to use dragon shouts (Thu'um). Known by many titles like "Dragon of the North," this legendary figure fulfills an ancient prophecy by slaying Alduin the World-Eater, ending the dragon crisis in Skyrim, and facing other threats like the first Dragonborn, Miraak, in the Dragonborn DLC.
 
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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 races do dragonborns hate?

Other than their well-known hatred of dragons, dragonborn had few definitive relationships with other races. The dragonborn of Tymanther had a known tolerance for races of all kinds, extending their courtesy even to races who were generally disliked, such as tieflings.
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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 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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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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What is the opposite of a Dragonborn?

Theoretically the opposite would be a Shezarrine. But figures like Alessia and Hjalti is often considered both Dragonborn and a Shezarrine.
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What is the rarest thing in Skyrim?

The "rarest" item in Skyrim is subjective, but often cited are uniquely named, single-occurrence items like the Notched Pickaxe (found near a skeleton) or Cabo Zane's Fane (a dagger for slicing dragon scales), or quest-specific items like Barenziah's Crown or Colovian Brandy, which can be permanently missed if choices aren't made carefully, making them rare through player error rather than inherent scarcity. Truly rare items are often unique artifacts or quest rewards that have no other source in the game, like Daedric artifacts or unique weapons such as Firiniel's End, but many players consider quest-critical items that can be permanently lost to be the rarest. 
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Is Skyrim harder than Elden Ring?

Yes, Elden Ring is significantly harder than Skyrim, primarily due to its demanding, skill-based combat, tough bosses, and punishing mechanics, while Skyrim is known for its freedom, exploration, and adjustable difficulty where players can become overpowered, making Elden Ring the more challenging but rewarding experience.
 
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What quest gives you 20,000 gold in Skyrim?

Another option is to complete the Dark Brotherhood. Doing so will net you 20000 gold for the final mission and this will start a repetable mission called The Dark Brotherhood Forever.
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Who is the real villain in Skyrim?

The main villain in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is Alduin, also known as the World-Eater, a powerful dragon and the firstborn of the dragon god Akatosh, who seeks to destroy the world (Nirn) and enslave mortals, requiring the Dragonborn to stop him to fulfill their destiny. While DLCs introduce other antagonists like Lord Harkon and Miraak, Alduin drives the core main questline, aiming to end the world prematurely. 
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Why do Dragonborn hate dragons?

Dragonborn have a strong hatred of dragons, who enslaved them on Abeir.
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Is Talos actually a god?

Yes, in The Elder Scrolls lore, Talos (Tiber Septim) is considered a god (a "Divine") by many, especially Nords, but his godhood is disputed by elves and officially banned by the Empire; he became divine through a complex process of "apotheosis," likely by merging aspects of himself with other figures like Ysmir Wulfharth and Zurin Arctus, ascending to godhood after his mortal life, though the exact mechanics are debated.
 
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What race is Miraak?

Miraak, the antagonist in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's Dragonborn DLC, is a Nord, born in Skyrim and part of the ancient Nordic Dragon Cult, though his exact origins as the first Dragonborn are tied to the Merethic Era. While his in-game model uses generic human features, lore confirms he was a Nord who became a powerful Dragon Priest before being trapped in Apocrypha by Hermaeus Mora.
 
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What are the 4 mythical dragons?

In ancient times, the Jade Emperor ruled over the earth. Four Dragons: Long Dragon, Black Dragon, Pearl Dragon and Yellow Dragon asked the Jade Emperor to send rain to the drought-stricken world which threatened people's lives and safety.
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Can you ride Odahviing in Skyrim?

Yes, you can ride Odahviing in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (with the Dragonborn DLC) by using the Bend Will shout, especially when he circles the Throat of the World, allowing for unique real-time travel or just to experience riding a named dragon, though mods offer more seamless integration. 
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