[Cackhon]

If you are role-playing the game as much as possible, and/or as realistically as possible, then I would advise the following:

- Try to bypass and/or destory any protective spells the dragon may have raised.

- Try to avoid melee combat with the dragon. Instead, use ranged attacks and/or weapons. Many arrows will rarely miss their target, and attacking from a distance ensures a safe distance from the dragon's claws. Beware of a breath attack, though, as it is ususally particularly devestating.

Take care and good luck.