Vekae

**Vekae** is the first primordial dragon and the progenitor of all dragons that were to follow. Due to both his age and luck of the draw, Vekae is considered one of the most powerful beings in existence, surpassing that of his children and gods. When Erdyn and its associated worlds were created, he elected to remain within the Void where the universe was silent and allowed him to sleep properly. He now acts as a guardian of the worlds and remains in a peaceful state, despite the immense raw power at his command.

## History

Vekae was formed from a concentrated mass of primordial energy, following him came those he considered sibling: Vitavir who slithered upon the ground; and Nerakil who dwelt within the oceans. He dominated the skies of the pre-Erdyn world, crushing any who opposed him and ignoring those who posed no threat to his existence.

Despite his position as the apex creature of the sky, Vekae began to feel lonely as he was a unique being. After having been told how to create new beings like him by Vitavir, Vekae loosened his scales from his body and planted them into the soil and from them did spawn the first dragons (including Alaiamu, Alukkar, and Uraivar). He ceased his creation of new dragons once he realized that too many of his children could potentially lead to the destruction of many other races and disrupt the balance. Vekae remained relatively idle for the remainder of the Primordial Age, only taking an active role when he was provoked by Tiyan and his faction of gods.

Within the closing years of the Age, Vekae was approached by the goddess Amatukka who proposed the creation of a new world for the betterment of both their children and many more. Agreeing, Vekae lent the gods access to his power to shape the world-to-be Erdyn. Although the worlds that had been created were large enough to hold him, Vekae decided to instead reside within the Void between worlds where he could allow others to thrive as he did, believing that his time had ultimately passed.

## Personality

Unlike many other dragons, Vekae is rather calm and polite towards those he communicates with as he spends most of his time alone. His loneliness has led to him taking a particular interest in humans, often creating for himself an avatar to live among them and bring him memories of it's travels. In his later years, he had managed to teach himself patience and a willingness to assist those who have gain his interest and attention, to the extent of offering knowledge or power.

Despite his more positive traits, Vekae still harbours the same compunction to destroy and dominate as most of his kind due to their perceived superiority, but he has the willpower to overcome it most of the time. Due to his own aura that grants him extended senses, he can feel the emotions of others who stare at him, often becoming irritated when looked at for long periods of time. He can also act fairly childish as he has never really had anyone to teach him otherwise.

Above it all, he full heartfully believes in the balance of all beings, wishing to keep the balance to ensure a relative peace where all can free and pursue their happiness. Vekae enjoys the introduction to new ideas, but doesn't like to linger on useless information when more important things are at hand.

## Powers & Abilities

His power easily outmatches that of the most powerful of gods, daimons, and mortal spellcasters combined, requiring great efforts to even come close to him. Although he has all this power at his disposal, he has instead chosen to confine himself within the Void as he could not accidental destroy entire nations by accident, as such is his power in comparison.

* **Unfathomable Draconic Power**: As an ancient Primordial creature and the first dragon, Vekae has an immeasurable amount of physical and magical power that surpasses that of all known gods and beings. His unique connection with magic grants his nigh-unlimited reserve of magical energy to call upon, allowing him to perform spells and rituals capable of forging or destroying entire worlds.

* **Creation**: Through the use of his scales, Vekae is capable of creating entirely new dragons who are often more powerful than modern ones.

* **Immortality**: Vekae, as the first dragon and primordial creature, has an indefinite lifespan. He is immune to all forms of mortal illness and disease, as well as most of a magical nature. Due to his age and immense power, he is invulnerable to most forms of harm that would wound that of other dragons. He does not require sleep, rest or food.

* **Shapeshifting**: Vekae can alter his form in any way he wishes. He can switch between the various different appearances of dragons, his human-like form, and his true serpent form at whatever time he pleases.

* **Flight**: As a dragon, he can use his wings to manipulate his own mass in order to reproduce the effect of flight.