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Sunset Subspecies

The Sunset Subspecies is an all-flight subspecies. It was established by the user Reiyn March 7 2017. The original thread currently stands at 5 pages.

## Lore

*Dragons claimed to be born of the Lightweaver. Planted in other nests to grow and survive. These beautifully colored dragons are said to be gods. They say if you leave an unhatched egg in the open during a solar eclipse it will be transformed within the egg. Of course, these are just superstitions. The only true way to receive one of these truly masterful dragons is to hatch an egg right as the sun rises or sets. A second early, or a second late and the dragon will be ordinary. That is why they are so rare. Clans that are home to one these dragons, are said to be blessed. But, yet again that's just superstition. Or is it?*

*Yes, many dragons have 'sunset' coloring, but that does not make them Sunset Dragons. Sunset Dragons are special. Not only do they have beautiful coloring, but they tend to have an incredible connection with nature and the outdoors. They are also stronger and faster than normal dragons. They also have odd behaviors though. These dragons are often asleep as soon as it is dark. They seem to be drained when the moon is out. Although, when the sun is out they are energetic and playful. These delightful dragons most often wake up when the sun rises. Some have even been seen racing the sun as it rises and as it sets. They have also been observed talking to the sun, animals, and other such things that cannot talk back (but are living these dragons are not talking to chairs).*

*\*Sunset Dragons with crackle are known as "Cracked Sky" Dragons. They have a darker disposition, but still hold true to the basic elements of a Sunset Dragon.*

*\*\*Sunset Dragons with metallic are known as "Factory Sky" dragons. They tend to be stronger than the others, but often not as smart.*
Subspecies

A subspecies is a fan-created dragon species that exists outside of Flight Rising's officially recognized species. Past this basic definition, subspecies vary wildly in nature from one another, depending on the interests and ideas of their creators.

## Basic Layout

All subspecies have a main thread, or "hub", where basic information about the subspecies is kept. Commonly, this information involves the following:

* **Lore.** Most subspecies have some form of lore, detailing the subspecies' history, creation, biology, culture, etc. These may or may exist within Flight Rising's canon.
* **Subspecies requirements.** Subspecies will always have some form of requirement for being considered a member of the subspecies. These might include gene combinations, color ranges, element types, site species, etc. These requirements can range from extremely broad to extremely specific. Scrys will usually be shown of typical subspecies members.
* **Registry.** People with a qualifying subspecies member are able to "register" their dragon. These registered dragons are usually put together on a list, gallery, etc.
* **Badges.** Subspecies may have unique badges that are placed in their biographies to designate them as a subspecies member. A collection of these badges can sometimes be found on a hub.

## Reviving A Subspecies

Reviving a subspecies can differ in difficulty depending on how specific its requirements are. Some subspecies offer generous color ranges and inclusive genes, while others can get incredibly specific. The good news is that subspecies members can always be bred, making for some interesting breeding projects for those interested. It is also recommended that you save an Auction House search with subspecies requirements, to easily browse potential listings.
Bianca Noir

**Bianca Noir** is a Meagyn’s pet bear with black fur and a white snout. She has swirl-eyes with eyelashes.

She wears a grey bow.

## About

Bianca is usually friendly except when it comes to fashion because she usually criticizes some pet fashion styles but everyone still likes her as a friend. Her favorite colors are black and white because her fur is black and her snout is white. Bianca usually goes to the best towns to go find new fashion ideas and inspiration.

She owns her own fashion line and opened her own boutique at Kelptown and her latest outfits were a huge hit. She even started her very own fashion show that showed her latest designs.
Aezzilth

**Aezzilth,** or **Aezz,** is a non-leveled Feathery Lizard with bluish-tinted white scales and cream facial scales. They have vibrant-red eyes.

They are usually seen wearing a white bow.

## About

Aezz is a guardian usually seen around the Sol Kingdom. They are closely related to Cobra, who usually pays a visit to Aezz at noon, the two usually meet in a river nearby to talk about what happens around.

Aezz admires art and loves to try and show off their talent to their friends; they always seem so proud of the stuff they create! Aezz also loves helping others in decorating stuff; last time they were invited to decorate the palace for winter, they did an amazing job by making everything themed after Northern Lights.

Even after such a long time, when the palace was reduced to ruins, Aezz still sees it as their home and refuses to leave it anytime soon, its always like they are protecting something the others don't know about. Aezz spends time watching over other lizards seen around the Sol Kingdom and helping those in need, regardless of who they are.
Starwood Wanderers

Starwood Wanderers is a color and gene specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **Amariek**. The original posting is on a google doc, and it was located via the arcane subspecies thread.

## Lore

*The Starwood Strand is a magical place, widely considered to be the best home for clans of the Arcane flight who have begun to unlock their true potential. Many move there for the atmosphere of peaceful contemplation which supposedly has nurtured the dreams and ideas of many a genius mage. Others move there for the scenery, for at night the trees burst into bloom, their flowers mimicking the constellations that the Arcanist so loves to gaze at. However, some clans do not realize the danger that lies in dreams and beauty, until one day one of their own becomes lost in thought, and wanders off into the night.*

*Sometimes these wanderers simply vanish, without a trace, like the sun when eclipsed by the moon. However, after weeks or even years of absence, these dragons may return, but not the same. Their hides are darkened to the hue of the night sky and adorned with gems that shine like the stars. They display a talent and understanding for magic rivaling even the most skilled of mages, even if before they never trained in the mystic arts or even showed a drop of power. When asked where they had been, they will not be able to recall. Many won’t even realize they had been gone, confusedly claiming that it’s still the same day that they had wandered off.*

*In all other respects they are the same. They eat the same foods, hang out with the same friends, tell the same stupid jokes that everyone is frankly tired of hearing. However, when night falls their gaze is always drawn to the woods, with a look of longing shining in their eye. Occasionally one of these dragons will disappear into the starlit darkness, gone back to wherever they went before.  Most of them stay though, bound by ties of love and loyalty to their home, and aid their clan with their newfound talents. There is always the risk though, when the stars sparkle temptingly on the night’s flowers, that they will once again wander off into the Starwood Strand, never to return again.*
Spring Night's

Spring Night's is an all-flight and all-breed subspecies. It was established by the user Ryvrsong June 19, 2018. The original thread currently stands at 4 pages. All members of Spring Night's possess the firefly tertiary.

## Lore

*Many years ago, many hatchlings were lost to the long, cold winter. Spring had yet to make its way, and it was very late. Many Dragons were sick, starving, unable to survive much longer. That is, until a group from several flights, decided to attempt to bring spring, no matter what. They combined their strengths, their powers, their prayers, and fought the long hard battle against the freezing temperatures.*

*After weeks of fighting, and at the brink of death, Spring finally came. But that's not all.*

*Something happened to the Dragons. Their markings and colors changed, and firefly's flocked towards them, lighting their scales up.*

*Their new colors showed them for who they were, and what they did.*

*They had worked day and night to bring Spring, so, In honor of what was done, they had been called Spring Night's.*

*Over the years, their group had grown, and Spring was never late. Until one year, when they all disappeared.*

*No one knows what caused their disappearance, but what is known, is that they came back with the Nocturne Elementals, suddenly called by an unknown force.*

*These dragons are only ever around, in the Spring and Summer, before they begin to sleep and rest throughout the cold months.*

*All we know, is that we are happy they are back, and hopefully, can restore the balance of the seasons.*

## Breed Requirements

### Moonless Night

Primary and Secondary color must be the same (XXY).

Primary and Secondary color must be the same (XXY).

## Variants

### Full Moon

Primary and secondary color must be the same (XXY).

Primary and secondary color must be the same (XXY).

### Sunset

Unlike above variants, Sunsets do not have to be XXY.

Unlike above variants, Sunsets do not have to be XXY.

## Thread Graphics

Spring Night's BadgeSpring Night's divider.
## Auction House Link

Subspecies only. If able, try to link an AH search bringing up qualifying members here.
Aeros

**Aeros** is a Level 3 armadillo lizard with gray scales and pale-sage facial scales. He has light-red x-eyes.

He can sometimes be seen wearing a gray musketeer hat and gray dragon wings.

## About

Aeros likes to hide in small holes and play hide ‘n’ seek with their siblings, Lavender and Firefly. They like to eat pasta, sweets, and fruit, and he can also be seen picking out ants, flies and such for Lavender.

He likes to listen to heavy metal, rock, etc, and his favorite band would probably be Linkin Park.

## Trivia

* Aeros was purchased for 220 sapphires.
* They use he/they pronouns.
Songbirds

Songbirds is a Coatl and Skydancer subspecies. It was established by the user VoyagerII April 11, 2018. The original thread currently stands at 22 pages.

## Lore

*Songbird dragons come from the rainforest within the Everbloom Gardens. There, they have taken up an ecological niche similar to that of the many local birds, and evolved to become like them. Most Songbirds are Coatl, with occasional Skydancers mixed among them. They are more heavily feathered than typical Coatl or Skydancer dragons, and their bright plumage is always predominately in shades of green. They sing in a language which is based on the Coatl tonal speech, but which also owes a good deal to local birdsong -- a Songbird dragon (of either breed) will be able to understand a normal Coatl, but the normal Coatl might not be able to understand the Songbird if the latter is not making an effort. They live in the tree canopy, in nests instead of lairs. The clan structure remains intact, however; and often several dozen nests are built in a cluster of close-growing trees, where the inhabitants will be able to sing freely to each other from one nest to another. Skydancer Songbirds feast on the insects and fruit freely available in the tree canopy, while Coatl Songbirds fish in the rivers below.*

*A unique characteristic of this subspecies is that they do not hoard... at least not in a normal sense. They cannot accumulate many objects in the environment where they live, nor do they need much equipment to survive in this kind of Eden. Instead, most young adult Songbirds will begin crafting a single object which will, until its completion, be the subject of all their devotion. They make it as beautiful as they can, altering and editing and adding detail, until their masterwork is as perfect as they are capable of making it. When they judge it complete, they present it to the rest of their clan, which applauds their effort and praises the work lavishly, honoring the work and the maker at a ritual feast. Then they bury it, and the Songbird begins the crafting of a new one. (Buried masterworks are considered salvage, and it's entirely accepted among the subspecies to raid a buried work -- one's own or anyone else's -- for materials one needs to craft one's current project item.)*
Gemscape

Gemscape is an all-flight subspecies. It was established by the user miaskia June 29, 2018. The original thread currently stands at 2 pages.

## Lore

*We all know most dragons are greedy and love to hoard items in their den. But gems that lay unfound, forgotten, abandoned, or unclaimed, while rare, do exist. It is unknown how it happens but these forgotten gems somehow fuse with the first dragon they come in contact with, creating a Gemscape dragon. This process is highly painful for the dragon because for a short time the gems presence in the dragon's mind takes over. For most Gemscape dragons, the dragon's conscience returns to its body after a day or two, but for a few the dragon dies. That is why it is very dangerous - but many dragons still try to search from those special gems that hold the power to make them beautiful...*

## Breed Requirements

Matching dergs on the Auction House can be found here.

Secondary and Tertiary colors much match (XYY).

Secondary and Tertiary colors much match (XYY).
Anemone (CATASTRØ)

**Anemone** is a frankenkitty with silver bolts, pale-teal fur, a dark-red ear spot, and a muddy-turquoise right ear, right paw, and stripes. He has closed eyes.

He wears a white Meagyn's bowtie.

## Trivia

* Anemone was hatched from a frankenkitty token by CATASTRØ.
* He is based after a red anemone and it’s meanings.
* Anemone uses he/him pronouns.
Aqua Ki Halcyon

**Aqua Ki Halcyon**, mainly known as **Aqua**, is an Krieger-Keta Hybrid Lizard with turquoise scales and sky-blue facial scales. She has lavender eyes with eyelashes.

She wears a white bowtie and a blue shark fin.

## About

Aqua is a quite rambunctious teen lizard; she's always going to college parties and can be seen out with her roommates all Saturday night. But to some pets surprise, she's always at the top of her class despite this.

She takes her studying seriously but always loves maintaining a life of balancing partying and working. She can usually be seen studying with her cousin who also attends her college, Glacier.

On Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights, you can usually find her working at a roller-skating rink with her boyfriend, Aaron. After their shifts, they're usually walking around the town, going to fairs, stores, and restaurants together.

Unfortunately, as much free time she can get outside, *as soon* as she arrives home in the day, her siblings practically all swarm around her, screaming and barking about something. Whether good or bad, Aqua just is forced to have to deal with it all and scurry all of her younger hatchmates into their rooms.

Aqua is a dependable lizard, due to being forced to have to take care of 3 younger lizards since she was 7 years old. She doesn't mind this though, as she claims she is "naturally good" with children. Due to this, she gets hired to babysit many lizards in her district's neighborhood.

## Trivia

* Aqua is Vapor's older sister by 5 years.
	+ This makes her at least 18 - 20 years old.
* She is bisexual.
Daughters of the Sea

Daughters Of The Sea is a lineage with gene requirements. Its matron is a guardian named Melusine, who has been since exalted. It was established by the user Bog December 23, 2017**.** The original thread currently stands at 3 pages.

## Lore

*This is the one song everyone / would like to learn: the song / that is irresistible: / the song that forces men / to leap overboard in squadrons / even though they see the beached skulls / the song nobody knows / because anyone who has heard it / is dead, and the others can't remember.*

*They're just a tall tale, meant to wary sailors before they go out to sea, to keep them focused. They're just rumors, just stories. Lovely stories, though, of beautiful dragons, descended from sirens, who swim the seas in search of anyone they might drag under the tide. Dragons whose wings are the waves themselves, whose call is long and deep and weaved with magic, impossible to deny. They say they are treacherous beauties, fiercely territorial, and woe to anyone that ventures a little too far and finds themselves in a siren's domain. The Daughters of the Sea are a fable, long-loved by captains with crews of wandering eyes.*

## Lineage Guidelines

* All Daughters must be descended from Melusine.
* Male hatchlings are not eligible to be Daughters.
* Generation 1 male hatchlings will always be exalted.
* Trans or otherwise femme-identifying Daughters are eligible, however.
* Daughters must be hatched from a water nest.
* Primary and secondary colors must fall between Sapphire - Turquoise. The tertiary must always be white.
* Preferred genes are **Ripple**, Tapir, Iridescent, Giraffe, Jupiter, Savannah, **Striation**, Current, Shimmer, Safari, **Smirch**.
* Daughters can be of any species.
Sentient Scrapdragons

Sentient Scrapdragons is a color and gene specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **Brilliantsky**. The original posting of the subspecies is in a Google Doc, linked above!

Also Known as: *“Paper Golems,” or, “Holy Arcanist’s backside, is that thing alive?!?”*

## Lore

*Sentient Scrapdragons are not dragons, in the traditional sense. Also called “Paper Golems” by scholars, Sentient Scrapdragons are literally creatures in the shape of dragons made entirely of sentient folded paper. While they are “alive” in the sense that they have minds and can think, the only sustenance they require is constant knowledge. They do not drink, or eat traditional food, or even use the bathroom. It is currently unknown whether or not a Sentient Scrapdragon can bear hatchlings, but if they do, then it is likely that their offspring will also be paper constructs.*

*A sentient Scrapdragon is formed when a dragon pursues their research so intensely that their research notes literally come alive, filled with the energy that the dragon put into that work. The resulting creature will retain the exact shape of the dragon, except instead of flesh, the resulting creature is made up of research notes. The resulting scrapdragon will also be of the same flight as its creator.*

*A sentient Scrapdragon is in a sense a living embodiment of research. They are instant experts of the material contained in the notes that constitute them. In order to stay alive, a scrapdragon simply needs to be constantly learning and acquiring new knowledge.*

*A scrapdragon can only be created via paper: if a dragon takes down their research notes on a stone tablet, for example, a scrapdragon will not form. This is the reason why there exist so few scrapdragons from the Earth flight. Similarly, water flight dragons tend either to not write their notes down, or to write them in clay tablets, as paper quickly disintegrates underwater.*

*Dragons who do engineering or science research are most likely to create scrapdragons with the “Circuit” tert. Dragons who make art, draw lots of diagrams, or do any kind of visual/design research (mapmaking, architecture, fashion, etc.) are more likely to create scrapdragons with the “Smoke” tert. Dragons who do research on literature, history, social science, spell writing, or any other text based research are most likely to create scrapdragons with the “Runes” tert.*

## Breed Requirements

Sentient Scrapdragons Auctionhouse Link

Smoke
Runes (Most Common)
Circus Butterflies

Circus Butterflies is an all-breed subspecies. It was established by the user YoungAndMenace March 4, 2017. The original thread currently stands at one page.

## Lore

*This new subspecies is from the lighter parts of the Tangled Woods. They are dragons who were once Circus Mages, but were abandoned from the other true Circus Mages due to their different coloring and genes. They tend to be much more creative and quiet than their other subspecies counterpart. Circus Butterflies are often described as “creepy” or “different” by other dragons, since they seem to look quite mysterious. They’re actually very nice once you get to know them, and become very loyal to their friends and family. However, if you are friends with one of these dragons and get on their bad side, they will never forget what you had done to them and will no longer trust you or be loyal to you, but they will still be friendly. Circus Butterflies are never mean to anyone and are hardly ever found in battle in the coliseum. If they do something they would consider "mean" or "rude", they will instantly regret what they did and try to fix what they ruined.*
Daredevil Entertainers

Daredevil Entertainers (or just "Daredevils") is a dark, devilish subspecies. It was established by the user Chuul January 19, 2019. The original thread currently stands at 2 pages. Daredevils are described as "wicked entertainers" with connection to the afterlife, the supernatural, and circus life, but no lore was ever written to expand upon this.

## Lore

*The Daredevils are a large group of dragons across Sornieth. They naturally excel in arts and music, originating from a traveling, Seabound Circus. These flamboyant dragons come in all sizes and breeds, with a great love for traveling. That is until they find a place to settle their musical souls down for a rest from their peculiar lives. Daredevils are nearly always unique-acting and outgoing, though they can be naive to how others actually see them. This doesn't necessarily make them bad, rather just a unique find.*

### Important Details

*Tertiary colors are what differentiates a Daredevil from the rest of its lair, as they're always a bright color, in some cases, nearly blindingly bright. This reflects their unique personality and origination, even if not always shown through their role in the lair. The name "Daredevil" spawns from common name occurrences in the species, as they are either Devilish or Supernatural. (Any name is perfectly fine, this is just for a touch of flavor to the lore)*

*Dante, Damien, and Diablo are some selections. Meanwhile, names of spirits or something significant about them are other options. Examples are Orb, Poltergeist, and Banshee.*
Chickens

Chickens (or Chicken Dragons) are a bird-themed subspecies of Skydancers and Pearlcatchers. It was established by the users Edelkirsche and Sakku January 8, 2017. The original thread currently stands at 28 pages.

Interestingly, this subspecies determines member gender via genes:

"*All our chickens are considered hens and therefore female, no matter the Flight Rising gender, unless they have the Falcon/Peregrine Gene: then, they are Roosters. Roosters are a separate breeding type and have slightly different coloration.*"

## Lore

No lore. Dragons are simply based on birds.

## Breed Requirements

*The Common Breed is your regular egg laying hen. They will lay eggs even when there is no Rooster around to fertilize them, making those eggs the perfect breakfast treat.*

## Variants

### The Rooster

*The Rooster is the male in the Coop. His main priority is fertilizing eggs and protecting his hens from harm as best as he is able. Very territorial, he will beak away any competitors, making it nearly impossible to have more than one rooster in your Coop. His plumage is more colorful than that of the hen and he will cheerfully show off his reds and oranges.*

### The Banded/Speckled Hen

*The banded hen is a very gentle creature and likes to be petted.*

### The Blue-Footed Chicken

*The blue footed chickens were bred in an attempt to replicate the French Poulet de Bresse.*

### The Void Chicken

*The Void Chickens are a product of an alchemical experiment which boiled and spilled into the food supply.*

## Thread Graphics, if available

Chicken Subspecies mini-badge.Enlarged bio banner art.Full bio banner.Small bio badge with original art.
Sabers

## Saber Dragons

Saber Dragons is a color and gene specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **KibaRoark** on **March 30, 2019**. The original thread currently stands at 2 pages, with the last reply from the creator, and last reply overall, in 2019. While the lore was never completed, it is worth noting that the subspecies is based off of different light sabers wielded in the Star Wars franchise.

## Favored Items

### Apparel

Saber dragons are able to express themselves however they see fit. They are unique. But, Sabers are encouraged to dress in accordance with their tertiary colours.

## Breed Requirements

Sabers

Crackle
Gembond

## Variants

The different Variants are based on the tertiary color and their relation to the different varieties of Light Sabers.

### Blue Sabers

Crackle
Gembond

### Green Sabers

Crackle
Gembond

### Rare Sabers

Crackle
Gembond

### The Sith

Crackle
Gembond

### Temple Guards

Crackle
Gembond

### The In-Between

Crackle
Gembond
Tamna Voda

Tamna Voda is a color, gene, and breed specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **Anwe** on **May 23, 2016**. The original thread currently stands at 2 pages, with the last reply from the creator, and anyone else, in 2016.

## Lore

*In the depths of the night, you might see or hear a tiny movement, that however, has never been proven. There are two rules if you do run into a Tamna Voda. These two rules are, Run and Do not look into their eyes. Legends say that Tamna Vodas can look through your spirit and steal your soul, leaving you no reason to wander around this land, because from that on, you are only a shell of a creature.They're guardians of night and water.It is a very mysterious subspecies because no living creature has seen them in a hundred years.The Legends say Tamna Voda once was a mighty Skydancer tribe that ruled the waters and the dark,and will rise once again.If you befriend them,you are a really lucky person because they will be your friend forever and always stay by your side in the shadows.Swimming in the moonlight is their favorite way to spend their time.They prefer night more then day and they usually hide in the darkness and wait for moonlight to show their true form.They can fly very well but they prefer swimming more.*

### Personality

*Tamna Voda are mostly shy and like to keep things to themselves.They think before they act and are a good company if you need some peace and quiet.They never overreact and never show much of their emotion.They might act dark and mysterious but if they open up to you,they're really good listeners and give good advice.*

## Favored Items

### Apparel

Black and White Flair Scarf, Laureate's Cap, Navy Tail Wrap, Navy Chest Wrap, Ornate Iron Necklace, Ornate Darksteel Necklace, Ornate Iron Bracelet, Ornate Darksteel Bracelet, Bleak Birdskull Necklace

### Items

Exotic Arcanist Idol, Sopping Tidelord Sackdoll, Faded Shadowbinder Effigy, Soft Lightweaver Idol, Rotting Plaguebringer Effigy, Furry Icewarden Puppet, Playful Windsinger Puppet, Heavy Earthshaker Idol, Smoldering Flamecaller Puppet, Charged Stormcatcher Sackdoll, Lost Gladekeeper Sackdoll

## Breed Requirements

Auctionhouse Link

Crystal
Lineage

A lineage is a family line of dragons descended from a specific dragon or dragon pair. This dragon(s) may be chosen based on lore significance, site notoriety (such as the descendants of the glitched dragon Naomi), or simply for fun. To be a lineage member, dragons must be a blood descendant of the dragon in question.

## Basic Layout

All lineages have a main thread, or "hub", where basic information about the subspecies is kept. Commonly, this information involves the following:

* **Lore.** Most lineages have some form of lore, detailing the origin of the lineage, its importance, etc. These may or may exist within Flight Rising's canon.
* **Registry.** A list of lineage offspring is usually maintained to track the lineages' "family tree".
* **Badges.** Lineages may have unique badges that are placed in their biographies to designate them as a lineage member. A collection of these badges can sometimes be found on a hub.

## Reviving A Lineage

Reviving a lineage presents a unique challenge in comparison to reviving a subspecies. Since a dragon must be descended from a dead lineage, it is entirely possible for all qualifying members to be exalted or locked in inactive accounts. An extensive browse of offspring lists might be necessary to find appropriate breeders when reviving a lineage, in the hopes of finding an active dragon that can be bought or studded.
Sylvan Guardians

Sylvan Guardians is a druidic-based subspecies. It was established by the user Issalyn January 09, 2018. The original thread currently stands at 2 pages.

## Lore

*"The lore of the subspecies in its simplest form is that these dragons are grovetenders who guard, nurture, and cherish the forest. They love trees, leaves, flowers, and all the little things that make their home in the forests. They've spent so much time in the forests their appearances have gradually shifted to make them look more tree-like...It is said that the tertiary color represents the soul of the dragon, hence why it is most often shown as Capsule. Different colors can stand for different things, usually symbolic in some way. Note that any tertiary genes will be allowed, the above are just those which are recommended. "*
Leeched

Leeched Dragons are a color and gene specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **sweetsteel** on **September 06, 2020**. The original thread currently stands at 1 page, with the last reply from the creator in 2020, and the last from anyone also in 2020.

## Lore

*Leeched dragons are a rare and unexplained occurrence. When the conditions of a hatching are just right, there comes the chance that within the clutch may slumber a dragon devoid of all color. No dragon holds true knowledge as to what truly causes a leeched dragon to be hatched, but there is speculation. These colorless dragons pull themselves from their eggs with odd, disjointed movements. And while their siblings may run and play, leeched dragons can be found staring off into space or wandering silently. They become vocal much later than their more colorful counterparts, and some never develop an affinity for speech at all. Instead they prefer to communicate with writing or gestures.*

*Origins of the Leeched are unknown, some suggest that they descend from those that are shade-touched. Brought into the world wrong, scorned by the elements themselves. Others believe they’re some kind of chosen, meant to act as mentors and guides. Such division can mean wildly different reactions to hatching a leeched dragon in any given clan.*

*Leeched dragons seem to be naturally predisposed to clairvoyance, their vacant stares and the feeling of being not all-there seems to be a product of that much. They tend to be spacey and distracted even once fully matured. But this all lends itself well to varying levels of their sight. Rarely, leeched dragons possess the ability to see clearly into the future, telling of specific events with perfect clarity and accuracy. However, it is more likely for them to catch small snippets or more foggy visions. A perfect clairvoyant is a once in a lifetime occurrence even with how rare they already seem to be.*

*When rejected from a clan at a young age, leeched dragons are more apt to wander than others. They often become transients, drifters. It is rare for these rejected dragons to ever settle. Instead they roam, seemingly forever. Some may be convinced to offer up information about the future, but most are more distant. As if they’ve completely disconnected from reality somewhere along the line.*

*Those that are taken in by clans are more well-adjusted. Still distant and… off, but pleasant enough. Their odd mannerisms can be off putting to some, but they do mean well, and are generally a nonviolent bunch. They often instead take up roles of mentors or sages, sometimes even oracles if their foresight is good enough.*
Back From The Dead

"Back From The Dead" (or BFtD) is the title of a Flight Rising project that logs and breeds subspecies and lineages that are considered inactive ("dead").

## Foundation

BFtD was founded on July 5th, 2021 by Flight Rising user Hyzenthlaay as a passion project. It was inspired by a trade she received from the Dragon Trading forums of a Windsinger's Favourite Cookies dragon, which she noticed had been inactive for over three years. When she reached out to the subspecies' creator to inform them that their subspecies was still being bred for, they expressed surprise and offered to register the dragon as the subspecies' final member. Thinking how many dragons on site were likely the last of their SL, she began collecting a list of them in the hopes of opening a themed hatchery. When there proved to be too many interesting SLs to salvage, she decided to make the project public.

## Purpose

BFtD's purpose is to make record of inactive SLs, creating a living document of the dead. Through this, the project hopes to revitalize interest in SLs that would otherwise live in obscurity by establishing breeding pairs, community attention, and creativity. This is a process that involves many moving parts, and anyone with a Flight Rising account is welcome to participate.
Aki (Xitsbeløn)

**Aki** is a non-leveled lizard with gold scales and dark-magenta facial scales. They have happy eyes.

## About

Aki was born female but goes as non-binary because of some incident from the past. She is a shy-but-friendly-once-she-gets-to-know-you kind of lizard.

She was born in Indonesia with 2 siblings and no parents. She doesn't know anything about them yet, but she is clever and with her siblings, she thought she'd find out. Her siblings both died when she was 10. At the moment, shes 13 and doesn't do much just thinking of the past.
Benjamin (Cheese090)

**Benjamin** is a level 5 non-token honey badger with grey fur and a white stripe. He has squinted eyes.

He wears a grey fancy top hat.

## About

Benjamin often comes off as very cranky and annoyed, but he secretly loves the company of others. Nobody knows really how old he is, because every time they ask, he changes the answer. You might come to his shack, and he’ll try to shoo you away, but once you're too deep, he’ll keep you over with tea, cookies, and stories of when he was younger. He is the main funding for Pine Grove, due to his large fortune, so he’s always treated with the utmost care.

Apparently, he was brought over as a rebellious teen to help with Pine Grove, along with the great founders, and has been here ever since. Nobody knows what his powers are, since he refuses to tell anyone out of paranoia.
Pillartop Gliders

Pillartop Gliders is a Nocturne Earth element subspecies. It was established by the user Chisp October 12, 2015. The original thread currently stands at 10 pages.

## Lore

***Fact**: Nocturnes are introverts. They may not like long-term solitude, but their lairs are hidden away and they do feel the need to retreat there, often.*

***Fact**: Earth dragons are community oriented. Dragonhome is inhospitable and Earthflight is small; cooperation is necessary for survival.*

*So what do Earth-element Nocturnes do? Well..*

***Fact**: Survival in Dragonhome means digging down. Shade and moisture can only be found in subterranean caverns. You'd have to be stubborn and crazy to try otherwise.*

***Fact**: Nocturnes are good at crazy. Earth dragons are great at stubborn.*

***Pillartop Gliders** make their homes atop the cliffs of Dragonhome, soaring as high as their brethren delve deep. They harvest what scant moisture they require from the high, thin clouds over the Shattered Plain, and their vision is so sharp they can spot prey below from cloud level. They visit their earthbound flightmates often, but there's a level of mutual incomprehension of each other's lifestyles. Still, if there's anything Earth understands, it's stubborn.*

## Thread Graphics, if available

A badge for the Pillartop Gliders.A divider for Pillartop Gliders.
Griffons

Griffons is a color, gene, and breed specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **squidkid11** on **April 13, 2017**. The original thread currently stands at 15 pages, with the last reply from the creator, and anyone, in 2019.

## Lore

*This subspecies was only recently discovered, and not much is known about them, all told. How they split and why is still a mystery.*

*The griffons are a small, reclusive subspecies of the skydancer. With massive wings, the feathers - usually only on part of the wing - have extended to cover it's entirety, and the leathery part has receded slightly. Due to their small population, the gene pool is very limited. While they range a fair bit in colors, their genes are very specific, limited only to falcon, peregrine, and scales.*

*They live almost exclusively in the mountains, high, craggy peaks that are difficult to reach. Their talons have evolved slightly to better grip the sharp rock, and the thumbs on their wings are more muscular than that of the majority of skydancers, allowing more stability on the rocks. Both the talons on their wings and their feet are used for climbing.*

*They make their homes in caves in these cliff faces, where they raise their young off the ground away from predators. While they are not a prey species by any means, their young remain defenseless for a portion of their life.*

*The griffons mate for life. Should that mate die, they do not seek another. They are a more communal subspecies, tending to live in large flocks together, though they are not adverse to splitting up and branching out. They do not share dens, however. The caves of a single flock are clustered close together, but each individual cave is home to only a single family.*

## Breed Requirements

The standard griffon has the widest color range of all the griffons, being the main one. They tend to be the wildest of the variants, with the most expressive and outgoing personalities of all the variants.

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## Variants

### Albino

The incredibly rare albino griffons are difficult to ind at best, impossible otherwise. The chances of finding a mated pair is even rarer. And rarer still is how often they breed. The albino griffins tend to have red (plague/fire), pink (arcane), or blue (water/lightning} eyes exclusively, as an extension of the albinism. While this is not always the case, finding one with differently colored eyes is even rarer still.

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### Metal - Stained

The metal-stained variant is a very strange variant of the griffon species, as the coloring comes from the region they live in being incredibly mineral rich. As a result, their food and water shares this quality, and over times it stained their plumage to a unique, vibrant color and pattern.

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Quetzalcoatl

Quetzalcoatl is a Coatl and Imperial-specific subspecies based on the Mayan deity of the same name. It was established by the user MikayD18 March 8th, 2016. The original thread currently stands at 37 pages.

## Lore

No lore is avaliable for the Quetzalcoal subspecies itself, besides its historial origins:

*"Quetzalcoatl is a Mesoamerican deity whose name comes from the Nahuatl language meaning "feathered serpent". He had a twin brother named Xolotl. Among the Aztecs, whose beliefs are the best-documented in the historical sources, Quetzalcoatl was related to gods of the wind, the planet Venus, merchants, and of arts, crafts and knowledge. He was part of their living history. A God king, priest hero who figured in the making of their civilization. He is a symbol of death and resurrection and the patron of priests. His names outside the Aztec cultural area include Kukulcán, Q'uq'umatz and Votan. To the Toltecs, Quetzalcoatl was a wind God and the morning and evening star, Venus. Quetzalcoatl was, as his name indicates, a feathered serpent, a flying reptile, who was a boundary keeper between earth and sky. The Feathered Serpent was represented as a deity in Mesoamerica from the preclassic period until the conquest in 1521, but is still very widely known to this day.*

*There are several stories in which Quetzalcoatl was born, most of which say that he was born from the virgin Goddess Chimalma, by one way or another. In one story, he is born after the God Onteol appeared to her in a dream. In another story, she is shot by an arrow from Mixcoatl, which caused her to become pregnant with Quetzalcoatl and Xolotl. While in another, she is said to have swallowed an emerald which caused her to conceive.*

*He was a creator deity having contributed essentially to the creation of Mankind. Most Mesoamerican beliefs included cycles of suns. Usually, our current time is considered the fifth sun, the previous four having been destroyed by disasters like flood and fire. In the making of the fifth-world mankind, Quetzalcoatl and Xolotl went to Mictlan, the underworld, collecting the bones of the previous races. With the help of Cihuacoatl, who ground them into flour. The brothers then used their own blood, from several self-inflicted wounds, to imbue the flour with new life and mold it into human shapes. They then taught them how to care for themselves and reproduce. And thus, here we are today."*
Mother Sweet Mother

Mother Sweet Mother (also known as Mother's Dragons) is an all-element subspecies. It was established by the user ParadoxBrother March 27, 2016. The original thread currently stands at 6 pages.

## Lore

*A mysterious force has awoken within the world, and she has beckoned those to join her. Dragons who have sought her guidance and comfort began to shift and change to fit her vision, her voice echoed through their minds. Many saw female dragons follow her guidance, though some males did as well. They gained the power to control a mysterious force called the Flux, a shadowy purple energy that could bring blight upon the land. While the power they possessed was grand, they listened to their Mother and used it only when she told them to. Her voice could be heard by all of them as if they were a hive mind, but each of them were her children. Only few see Mother, whether she visits her children in her dreams or special are chosen to be taken to her realm in cases of dire need. Friends and family of her children and followers say they act normally most of the time, but will sometimes go into a trance when she speaks to them or if they see any form of blight created by her hand. The blight is a slow spreading disease of the land that does not harm the children of Mother, but do to those who are not careful. In mass the blight can be dangerous, but it is easily contained with the proper magic. When Mother chooses another dragon as her child, they are slowly inducted into the following she has. Hatchlings born of her own children or child have direct links to her from the start, and are raised under her guidance. Many have built altars for her in their own territories, but no true temple has been constructed for her. Her rule in within the void, her influence is in the minds of her children.*

## Thread Graphics

Mother Sweet Mother bio badge.Alternate banner badge.
Surgecollectors

Surgecollectors is a color, gene, breed, and element specific Subspecies. It was established by the user **Nerdydragon** on **February 15, 2016**. The original thread currently stands at 1 pages, with the last reply from the creator in 2016.

## Lore

*Surge Collectors are an amphibious species of dragons known for their luminescent bellies. These dragons are capable of absorbing the energy transmitted by lightning strikes and storing it in their bodies. When underwater their abdomens light up, illuminating dark water ways and casting fantastical patterns on the ocean floor. Inhabitants of the sea are known to flock to these largely peaceful beings, drawn by the light they give off. It is not uncommon for schools of fish to stay in the company of Surge collectors.*

*While most dragons are known for their terrestrial habits, this particular subspecies is incredibly mobile underwater. It is thought that the energy stored in their bodies not only gives them their unique glow but also provides the energy to move their immense bodies. As a Surge Collector ages, it can store increasingly larger amounts of energy. The amount of time these dragons can spend underwater is limited by the amount of energy contained within their bodies. The amount of energy contained in a Surge Collector is indicated by the brightness with which they shine. The lower their energy, the more dully their stomachs glow.*

*They are designed to monitor and guard the waters and the beaches around the Shifting Expanse, as well as maintain the undersea energy plants. Originally designed to absorb geothermal energy, the Surge Protectors adapted quickly to manufacturing their own internal electrical source, much like electric eels. They can also absorb lightning strikes from the surface to gain a massive power boost.*

*As they were rapidly evolving, they grew more and more in touch with the water and eventually shifted into a fully amphibious creature, hardly surfacing at all. Some of them abandoned the Lightning Flight and swore new allegiance to the Tidelord, forever protecting their underwater home while retaining their storm-given abilities.*

*Most, however, still prove loyal and useful as a much-needed foothold in the watery realm around Stormcatcher's domain, and fiercely protect the Shifting Expanse from aquatic threats, while maintaining excellent upkeep of the underwater power plants.*

*Base traits of Surge Collectors are a stoic silence, having no need for communication in the water, as they mostly operate alone. They are of earth origin but have adapted and evolved for both land and water survival, and they are loving to those whom they are associated with.*

## Favored Items

### Familiars

Bluefin Charger, Blueridge Greatshell, Rainbow Sprite, Water Sprite, Wavebreak Snarler, Peacock Scorpion

### Food

True Rainbow Trout, Snowflake Urchin, Glow Mushroom, Speckled Petunia, Feverfew, Sicklemaw Gar, Fish Oil, Sea Fae, Spotted Stingray, Blue Jelly, Bluelipped Thresh, High-Voltage Almonds
Black Parade Dragons

Black Parade Dragons are a subspecies based on the "My Chemical Romance" song of the same name. It was established by the user KibaRoark September 15, 2018. The original thread currently stands at 17 pages.

## Lore

### Real Life Influence

*Black Parade Dragons (BPD) are based on the Black Parade album by My Chemical Romance. They share similar features to the concept of the Black Parade, including a skeleton theme and dark colours.*

### Species Lore

*Black Parade Dragons (BPD) exist after death. Once a dragon dies, it goes into the Black Parade, the place where it will reside until the Creator decides their fate. It is a dark place with almost no light. It is run down and dilapidated. A dragon will remain in the Black Parade until it lets go of the real world completely. Some dragons may remain in the Black Parade for eternity, while others may only pass through.*

*The dragon’s bodies go through a physical change as they pass through the barrier between life and death. Their radiant body colours, no matter how vibrant and beautiful, degrade to dark, brooding colours while their wings fade. The dragon’s skeletons become their dominant feature, which changes colour to reflect their cause of death.*

*The Black Parade existed since the dawn of time and will continue indefinitely. A dragon enters the Black Parade in whatever way they perceive death. It may be a black dragon, a black cloth or black light. Each entry method is special to each dragon. Upon joining the Parade, each dragon has a perfect recollection of his or her life and death.*

## Variants

### Pure Black Parade Dragons

*Black Parade Dragons who have fully accepted their death.*

### Undecided Black Parade Dragons

*Black Parade Dragons who are still yet to fully believe that they have died.*

### Ghost Black Parade Dragons

*Black Parade Dragons who will never pass on.*