Dungeons & Dragons Jeweled Dragon Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Jeweled Dragon.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

A Jeweled Dragon, also known as a Gem Dragon, is a type of dragon in Dungeons & Dragons distinguished by its crystalline appearance and psionic abilities. Unlike the more common chromatic and metallic dragons, jeweled dragons are associated with neutral alignments and are connected to the power of the mind rather than elemental breath. Their scales shimmer like gemstones, and they are typically categorized by the type of gem they resemble—such as amethyst, crystal, emerald, sapphire, and topaz—each with unique abilities and personalities.

Introduced in earlier editions and reimagined in Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons (5e), jeweled dragons originate from the mysterious Deep Ethereal and are tied to the concept of the multiverse’s balance. They do not align with the cosmic struggle between good and evil but instead pursue personal enlightenment, knowledge, or existential understanding. These dragons are psionic beings, meaning they wield telepathic and psychic powers rather than traditional spellcasting, and their breath weapons often involve concussive force, psychic damage, or other mind-affecting effects.

The progenitor of the gem dragons is Sardior, the Ruby Dragon, a powerful and enigmatic figure who once served as a counterpart to Bahamut and Tiamat. Sardior’s legacy continues through his dragonkin, who often act as secretive philosophers, planar travelers, or aloof guardians of powerful truths. Jeweled dragons can be aloof or reclusive but are not inherently hostile, often preferring negotiation and mental duels over brute force. However, when provoked or defending something important, they are formidable opponents whose psionic talents and alien intellects make them unpredictable and dangerous.

In gameplay, gem dragons offer a unique alternative to standard dragon encounters, emphasizing psychic challenges, abstract motives, and the exploration of deeper metaphysical themes within a campaign.