Hello Readers,
The next dragon in this series is the…
MULGA EARTH‑DRAGON
Draco australis terravore — “The Burrowing Titan”
Origin
From the King Brown, these dragons became muscular, armour‑plated earth‑aligned beasts.
Physiology
- Thick, iron‑like scales
- Massive forelimbs for digging
- Blunt, crushing jaws
- Dust‑storm coloured hide
Behaviour
- Slow but unstoppable
- Creates vast tunnel networks
- Uses tremor‑sense to detect prey
Habitat
Red deserts, rocky outcrops, subterranean caverns
Abilities
- Earthshock Roar: Causes localized quakes
- Dust Cloak: Surrounds itself in blinding sand
- Crushing Coil: Constricts with immense force
Weaknesses
Poor aerial ability; heavy body limits flight
Cultural Lore
Miners leave offerings at tunnel mouths to avoid “the Titan’s displeasure.”
The below image illustrates the Draco australis terravore burrowing out from beneath the desert.
Happy Reading!
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