Skydancers
A subspecies of Aethyrian dragon known for their ability to glide through the skies effortlessly despite lacking wings, solely through their use of natural gravity.
History
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The fourth species to be developed after dragons were the Wyverns, or Strongwings as they are known in Aethyr.
Strongwings have always had a strained relationship with their elemental-wielding cousins, and have thus remained apart often, if not even waged skirmishes for resources and territory from time to time.​
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Historical Figures
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Distribution & Architecture
The greater majority of Gravity dragons live in the Jade mountains of the Mystral Isles.
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They live in highly ornate wooden buildings that seem to be more gardens with cities built around them than cities with gardens within them.
Everything follows the lay of the land, often guided by a mystic who can sense the energy of a place and how best to harmonize with it.
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Lifespan
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Growth Rate & Stages
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Hatchling (1-10 years)
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Juvenile (10-20 years)
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Adult (20-50 years)
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Elder (50-100 years)
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Biology & Physiology
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A unique Aethyrian dragon breed with a different evolutionary line, yet still considered a subspecies despite its attachment to the magic of gravity, an element was born from neutral Aether and Nether mix.
They have an eastern, wingless build, long bodies and short legs.
They may be covered in either scales or fur, and almost always have whiskers.
Their horns tend to be antler-like, but the shape and texture can greatly vary.
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All Gravity dragons have a ribbon-like stripe of color stretching down their bodies, beginning on their shoulders and extending down their sides.
These will match the color of their magic, can come in a variety of styles, shapes and sizes.
These colors are red (all hues from yellow, orange and red), green (all hues from lime, green and teal), blue (all hues from cyan, blue and purple), multicolor (two-colored), monochrome (white) or monochrome (black).
White and black are particularly rare, with white coming from mixing with other Aether-blooded Aethyrian dragons and black from mixing with other Nether-blooded Aethyrian dragons.
This magic is unique, and allows them to fly without wings similarly to the eastern dragons of other Realms, despite being unrelated, and similar due only to convergent evolution.
With practice, Gravity dragons can impose their magic on items and individuals around them, making them levitate with ribbons of color surrounding them.
This is often used offensively to throw objects or keep attackers away, though this varies from individual to individual.
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Scales & Fur
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Colors​
They usually display natural colors the most, or have colors and patterns matching that of wolves (whites, greys, silvers, blacks, browns and tans).
They are naturally markingless, but they also may sport stripes and swirls, soft or hard edged.​​​
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Markings
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Eyes
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Tongue
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Fangs
Gravity dragons often have fangs adapted to fishing, but some, through hybridization, may have wider fangs or even tusks.
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Horns & Features
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Height & Weight
In terms of height they tend to be slightly above average, but usually length is what's important for a Gravity dragon: they become longer as they age, rather than taller, with the eldest individuals seeming to span horizons.
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When it comes to weight, Gravity dragons tend to be lithe and light-weight.
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Gender Dimorphism
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Diet
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Different breeds/types
There are many subspecies however, depending on either heritage or place of hatching:
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Firedancer
(Igneous Lands/Solar parent)
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Snowdancer
(Glacial Expanse/Frost parent)
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Stormdancer
(Surgent Lands/Storm parent)
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Vinedancer
(Viridian Forests/Nature parent)
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Clouddancer
(Windstorm Crags/Gale parent)
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Tidedancer
(Celestial Seas/Tidal Parent)
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Shadowdancer
(Umbral Domain/Umbra parent)
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Feardancer
(Sundered Summit / Fear parent)
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Viperdancer
(Noxious Wetlands/Toxin parent)
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Blooddancer
(Iron Fjords/Blood parent)
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Souldancer
(Mystic Reach/Soulweaver parent)
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Speardancer
(Western Approach/Argent Parent)
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Eggs
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Same Gender Couples
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Interracial Relationships
While there are records of Drakes bonding with members of other species, there is never a possibility for these to produce offspring.
Culturally, Drakes do not look well upon such bonds, but will not make a fuss about it.
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Soul Bonding
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Abilities
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Magic
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Elements
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Culture
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Naming Traditions
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Beliefs
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Customs, Traditions & Rituals
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Eating
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Coming of Age
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Way of Life
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Death
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Religious Practices
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Common Taboos
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Common Myths & Legends
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Social Structure
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Major Factions
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Enemies
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Allies
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Ideals
Beauty
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Gender
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Courtship
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Relationship
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Average Technological Level
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Fashion
Clothing
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Accessories
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Other
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Quick Facts
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