The Claws of Veeshan
The dragons descended from Veeshan who rule Velious from Skyshrine and the Temple of Veeshan.
Overview
Drawn from Legends of Norrath: Ring of Scale Scenario — official article.EQ1Primary · official · best available source
In Kunark long ago, the winged dragon lords of the Ring of Scale waged war with the airborne Iksar army mounted on their flying Sokokars. Ganak – son of Atrebe and emperor of the Iksar – met with Jaled-Dar – mighty-winged dragon of the Ring of Scale – in a legendary aerial duel over the Field of Bone. They were both incinerated by magic and fire as a result of this battle. What if one had prevailed? How would history have been changed?
Log in to Legends of Norrath beginning Thursday, Nov. 13 at 2:00 p.m. PDT, and play the role of Jaled-Dar , the mighty-flying dragon of the Ring of Scale. All players who defeat Ganak will win the Visage of the Ice Golem (1EQ30) loot card for EverQuest ® or Vision of Fury (1EQII29) loot card for EverQuest® II based on your loot preferences.
The Legends of Norrath Ring of Scale Scenario will only be available from Nov. 13, 2008, at 2 p.m. PDT until Dec. 15, 2008, at 2 p.m. PDT.
Overview
Drawn from Drakota (no-trade) — in-game book.EQ2Primary · mirrored · best available source
The current Version that is still in game is Drakota (QuestReward)
Drakota," by Pearl Honeywine -- Being a study of the lore of the Norrathian drakota.
The drakotas are surrounded by many legendary tales. This book strives to maintain a balance between the truth and the lore. You be the judge of its veracity.
The drakota are the lesser of all dragonkind. Although the lesser of all dragonkind, they are still quite formidable.
They have existed for as long as dragons have been placed on Norrath. They were the most chaotic of dragonkind and most drakota pillaged settlements of elder races.
Powerful creatures with powerful bodies, drakota have the gift of flight and are considered some of the fastest flyers of all dragonkind.
Their hides are also considerably thicker than that of most standard dragons, but lack any magical properties.
Official Lore
17Collected official lore pieces, from in-game and out.
The Loss in Western Wastes
We had done all that we could in our attempts to prevent the events that have come to pass. I see it now, through my unwavering vision, for what it had always been – destined. Eons ago, a prohibited union of elemental dragons hatched the first prismatic dragon.
Read the full sourceDrakota (no-trade)
The current Version that is still in game is Drakota (QuestReward) Drakota," by Pearl Honeywine -- Being a study of the lore of the Norrathian drakota. The drakotas are surrounded by many legendary tales. This book strives to maintain a balance between the truth and the lore. You be the judge of its veracity.
Read the full sourceDrakota (QuestReward)
Drakota," by Pearl Honeywine -- Being a study of the lore of the Norrathian drakota. The drakotas are surrounded by many legendary tales. This book strives to maintain a balance between the truth and the lore. You be the judge of its veracity. The drakota are the lesser of all dragonkind. Although the lesser of all dragonkind, they are still quite formidable.
Read the full sourceKerafyrm, The Sleeper
Ferrin Q`Nyil regards you indifferently — he appears to be quite formidable. You say, ‘Hail, Ferrin Q`Nyil’ Ferrin Q`Nyil says ‘Fare thee well, stouthearted adventurer. I would welcome you to this place, yet I feel that a welcome is not quite deserving of the [fate] in store for you.
Read the full sourceJortreva the Crusader
You say, ‘Hail, Jortreva the Crusader’ Jortreva the Crusader lifts her wings in a graceful motion as she lowers her chin to eye Ironhand in greetings, ”I am Jortreva, Crusader of Veeshan. I am the ear to the whispers upon the shadows and the eyes to witness the tainted footsteps of our enemies that corrupt our path.
Read the full sourceThe Founding of Alivan
The notes of Samiir Velcana Erudite paladin I have given up adventuring, and have renounced my loyalty to the gods. The time I spent working for the Claws of Veeshan here in Skyshrine has shown me that there is something more important for me to focus my energy on, aside from my own power and gain.
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The Age of Turmoil (Item)
This book is titled "The Age of Turmoil". It is a chronicle of history as told by the Sage of Ages. Forward: This volume is a copy of one of our older tomes within our library. This was a chronicle of the several times the Sage of Ages spoke to us of his infinite knowledge. It is only now that we can understand what his visions can teach us.
Read the full sourceSecrets of Faydwer – Unfolding the Lore: Part 9 - 10/19/07
Secrets of Faydwer – Unfolding the Lore: Part 9 Crystallos, Lair of the Awakened Kerafyrm the Awakened, mightiest of the prismatic dragons, feels the world has gone awry with the passage of time and that things are not as Veeshan intended.
Read the full sourceDestroyer's Folly (House Item)
This book is titled "Destroyer's Folly". It is an old song transcribed onto the pages. It's structure is familiar with elven poetry, so it wouldn't be too much to assume that this song goes back thousands of years. The following song was taught to me by my grandmother. She tells me that was sung to her by her own grandmother.
Read the full sourceThe Age of Cataclysms (House Item)
This book is titled "The Age of Cataclysms". It is a chronicle of history as told by the Sage of Ages. Forward: This volume is a copy of one the more recent tomes within our library. This was a chronicle of the several times the Sage of Ages spoke to us of his infinite knowledge. It is only now that we can understand what his visions can teach us.
Read the full sourceThe Age of Scale (House Item)
Forward: This volume is a copy of the oldest tome within our library. This was a chronicle of the first visit of the Sage of Ages, when our order was founded. As time has passed, we now know the full significance of his words during these visits. The Sage of Ages, or Sages as the case may be, has observed Norrath for time immemorial.
Read the full sourceThe Age of Destiny (House Item)
This book appears to be an extremely valuable illuminated tome. Unfortunately, most of the pages have been ripped out of the book. The title of the story is "The Age of Destiny". Forward: This volume is a copy of the most recent tome in the library.
Read the full sourceThe Calling of the Guardian
Echoes of Faydwer Lore The great dragon raised his head and sniffed the air, his eyes scanning the forest around him. Though the lands were quiet, something was different. He could sense a presence approaching from very direction, as if coalescing all around him. He walked outside the stone ring and paused, recognizing her at last.
Read the full sourceThe Age of Monuments (House Item)
This book is titled "The Age of Monuments." it is a chronicle of history as told by the Sage of Ages. Forward: This volume is a copy of one of our older tomes within our library. This was a chronicle of the several times the Sage of Ages spoke to us of his infinite knowledge. It is only now that we can understand what his visions can teach us.
Read the full sourceBook of Power
A small inscription written in the common tongue reads, "May he who wishes to know of the immense power of the Awakened seek out the mystical key to the tome and return only whence he has found it." The Book of Power: Awakened Blood Each of the three pillars of the Awakened bring their own unique power to the table.
Read the full sourceBook of Sacrifice
A small inscription written in the common tongue reads, "May he who wishes to learn of the sacrifices made by the Awakened place the scale of an unhatched dragon onto the tome." The Awakened Truths The children of the sky are not chosen for their power alone. Each of the Awakened must have dealt with great sacrifice during their time below on the world of Nor…
Read the full sourceSacred to the Aurai (House Item)
Sacred to the Aurai PAGE 2 BLANK For ages the Children of Veeshan claimed the firmament lands of the Plane of Sky as their realm by birthright, professing to serve the legendary crystalline dragon and her interests while lording over all others in their inherited lands. But even they fought for supremacy amongst their kind.
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Community articles
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