[@Paraffin] Some very good and enlightening critiques. I'll be thinking about them today. To be honest some of the elements I've given the least thought are the ones you've mentioned, which also may have been some of the most important to hold it together. 

I enjoy the idea of magic and gunslingers. Would it be better to dial back the time line you think?  A prison colony would be definitely an interesting take. God knows I love a good anti-hero. Overall, your input is greatly appreciated and opened my eyes to some plot holes!
 
Also I love your idea for discovering a chamber of sorts. It adds an interesting mystery and power to the Dralok. Do you mind if I work with some of your ideas into my OP?