Linnorm

Linnorms were a very rare, primeval breed of dragon-related creatures.

Description
Linnorms had immense bodies that were snake-like, lacking both wings and rear limbs. They moved through a combination of walking with their forelegs and slithering like a snake.

Personality
These creatures were typically known to be cruel, hateful, and very spiteful. They were infamously untrustworthy, rarely honoring bargains. Though unlike some draconic creatures, not all linnorms were known to be avaricious.

Abilities
Much like the more common breeds of dragon, linnorms possessed varying forms of dragon breath. They also were immune to magical effects that induced sleep or paralysis.

Linnorms had keen visual senses, possessing both a form of blindsight and darkvision.

Combat
When engaging in combat a linnorm relied upon their dragon breath and immense strength, attempting to crush their opponents and swipe them with their tails. Being brilliant tacticians and strategists, they usually waited until conditions were in their advantage before they striked their foes.

Sub-Species

 * Corpse tearer
 * Dread linnorm: The largest variety of linnorm.
 * Gray linnorm: The smallest and most aggressive variety of linnorm.

Rumors & Legends
Some believed that linnorms were the bastard offspring of a legendary, serpent-like creature known as Nidhogg.

Homelands
Linnorms infested some of the thinner and lower branches of Yggdrasil, including a divine realm on its third layer known as the Merciful Court.

Languages
Linnorms typically knew how to speak abyssal in addition to draconic.

Relationships
Some acted as servants of the deity Sharindlar.

Notable Linnorms

 * The Hermit