Guard Drake Miniature – Loyal Dragonspawn Sentinel of the Tyrant’s Brood

Meet the Guard Drake

Few creatures in the realms are as feared—or as misunderstood—as the Guard Drake. Forged through arcane rituals and alchemical draconic engineering (sources referencing open D&D SRD drake lore), these dragonspawn are created not as free-roaming apex predators, but as loyal and relentless war beasts. Unlike true dragons, they do not scheme or hoard. Instead, they obey.

A Guard Drake stands as a living bulwark—thick hide, plated scales, ridged spine, and a maw filled with draconic fangs. Their creators forge them from the essence of various dragon types, often resulting in slight physical differences depending on their lineage. But one thing remains constant:
A Guard Drake is trained to serve, protect, and intimidate.

Yasashii Kyojin Studio’s sculpt captures that presence flawlessly. Broad-chested, low-to-the-ground, and poised like the ultimate reptilian watchdog, this miniature radiates raw power even before it’s placed on the battlefield.

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Designed with Yasashii Kyojin Studio

Dragonspawn Anatomy, Realistically Rendered

The Guard Drake’s sculpt emphasizes the creature’s heavy musculature and thick armored plating. Every ridge and spike reinforces its role as a combat-bred defender. Sharp horns curve forward, and ridged scales line its jaw—perfect for painters who love highlighting natural textures.

Battle-Ready Stance

The pose is deliberate: lowered body, weight distributed evenly, muscles coiled in readiness. Whether you place it outside a dragon’s lair, guarding a sorcerer’s sanctum, or patrolling the camp of a mercenary band, this miniature immediately communicates threat.

Perfect for Multiple Encounter Types

• Elite guard creature for chromatic or metallic dragons

• Obedient pet/weapon of a warlock, tyrant, or beastmaster

• Draconic sentinel in ruined temples or arcane vaults

• Mounted unit for medium-sized NPCs

• Dungeon hazard, roaming predator, or “mini-boss” creature

Painters will enjoy the hard edges of the armored plates, the soft musculature beneath, and the expressive face that can read as loyal, fierce, or ominously calm.

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Key Features and Options

• Available in 32mm & 54mm standard display scales

• High-detail resin sculpting featuring:

  • Pronounced scale textures

  • Horned jaw and plated neck ridges

  • Coiled tail and grounded defensive posture

• Perfect for:

  • Dragon cult encounters

  • Guard creature NPCs

  • Terrain/encounter set dressing

  • Monster-of-the-week story arcs

  • Painters seeking natural creature textures

• Unprimed resin, ready for custom draconic color schemes

• Easy to base on round or scenic bases

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Why Choose Roll 4 Shenanigans?

At Roll 4 Shenanigans, we pride ourselves on delivering handcrafted quality and unique designs that bring your tabletop adventures to life. Each miniature is created with care and attention to detail, ensuring it becomes a centerpiece of your collection. Explore our extensive range of handcrafted resin miniatures or pair this miniature with a matching set of resin dice for the ultimate tabletop experience.

Helpful links:

• Explore our Dragonspawn & Draconic Creatures Collection

• Browse Monstrous Guardians & Elite NPCs

• Pair with a Young Dragon Miniature for thematic encounters

• Visit our Terrain & Lair Accessories Category

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From the Crafty Llama Tables

A low growl vibrates through the cavern floor as your torchlight hits a hulking silhouette. Scales glimmer like forged iron. The creature shifts—slowly, deliberately—and its horned head lifts to meet your gaze.

A Guard Drake.

Its muscles tense as it lowers its stance, claws scraping stone. Behind it, a faint rumble echoes deeper in the lair… the unmistakable breathing of something much larger.

“You shouldn’t be here,” your rogue whispers.
Too late.

With a roar, the Guard Drake charges—not in hunger, but in duty.

Roll for initiative.

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Enhance Your TTRPG Adventures

Bring this miniature into any campaign featuring dragons, arcane experiments, draconic cults, Feywild beastmasters, or elite fortress defenses. The Guard Drake is the perfect creature to reinforce the presence of a more dangerous villain without overshadowing them.