Arana

Hidden Gem

The original Hidden Gem dragons had a strong connection to the Earthshaker when they were first afflicted with the gembond. As their disease spread and grew worse, they prayed more and more fervently to the Earthshaker for a cure. At last, the Earthshaker granted them their wish: Though their existing gembond would remain, it would no longer be a curse, but a blessing. He permanently halted the growth and spreading of their ailment, and changed the gems into true gemstones sparkling across their dirt-colored hides.

Dragons born to Hidden Gem parents are born with gembond, but as they reach maturity, their gembond slows and crystallizes until it is like the blessing their forefathers were granted. Many dragons across Sornieth still avoid Hidden Gems for fear of becoming infected with gembond, but dragons who know better recognize Hidden Gems as steadfast and loyal friends and allies. All Hiddens Gems, regardless of their birth element, respect the Earthshaker for his gift to them and their posterity.