='''Earth'''=

Earth is one of the five crucial elements which keeps Telrunya alive. Earth is the foundation of all life, providing the soil in which all Pae'il walk, grow their food, and connect to nature. Faun believe the element of Earth has manifested as the Tree of Life, Laisidhiel, and is alive and caring for the entire island.

The Earth Element exists as a sapling hidden inside [[Laisidhiel]] which is protected by a magical doorway only a tiny handful of Faun are able to open. The entrance is behind Rais' dais, cleverly hidden as a woodcarving mural of all five elements. The sapling creates dew which falls from the tender leaves and is collected in a small pool built into the floor that surrounds the sapling. This dew is a potent concentration of earth magics and is used by the [[Seer Vanya]], [[Earthmother]], and [[Chief Rais]]. Rais' most important duty as Chief is to protect this sapling, the Earth Element. This sapling is fragile, and only one part of a highly sought-after item. Very few living Pae'il know of this item.

=='''Earth as an Energy Source'''==
Earth represents those things that are rigid and solid in this world. Pae'il with earth affinities are often stubborn, and highly resistant to movement or change. They are seen as confident Pae'il within society, though part of this confidence is merely that resistance to change, a desire for things to remain as they are.

Faun draw their power from the Earth. As long as they are among nature, they are connected to their energy source.

:'''Ancient Name''': Chi
:'''Season''': Winter
:'''Colors''': Brown and Green
:'''Magical Tools''': Staves
:'''Correspondence''': Strength, Stability, and Abundance
:'''Attributes''': Patience, Hard work, Thoughtfulness, Nurturing, Stubbornness
:'''Animals''': Bear, stag, canine, rabbits
:'''Mythical Associations''': Golems, Satyrs, Sylvans (tree spirits)
:'''Rituals''': sacrifice via fire, runes, burying items in the ground, carving images into wood, herbalism, blood offering (for seers only)

== '''Faun''' ==

==='''Magical'''===

Faun were born of the Earth Element, and are all children of the Great Tree, Laisidhiel. They grow inside special Acorns, to hatch when the time is right.

Faun are primeval Pae'il, but they share the same basic biological make-up as Angels, Demons, and Faeries. They are flesh, bone, and blood, even similar to humans.

All Pae'il are magical and possess the energy required to utilize that magic. Pae'il have an energy source called [[Aika]]. Ai is the magic of The Light, and ka is the magic of the Dark. Elemental magic is a more raw version of that lifeforce energy. Faun tap into that energy source to use their abilities. It is not unlimited, so a Faun must rest or find a way to replenish their energy before being able to cast another spell.

==='''Spiritual'''===

Pae'il have souls. Pae'il can be reincarnated, but not all are. The connection to their past self has to be discovered through long, arduous questing. No pae'il will know who they used to be without effort, although some may find certain things familiar, or certain triggers may unlock brief memories of the past.
Faun are connected to nature, particularly to the trees. Tree spirits choose to bless certain Faun, and take them under their protection. A Faun's branch antlers will reflect which tree spirit, if any, has chosen them. Most Faun are under the protection of Laisidhiel by default.
When a Faun dies, his fur will fade to grey and his body will lay where it landed for three days until it turns to earth. In its place, special flowers will sprout, followed by a sapling of the type of tree that Faun belonged to. Their soul will remain in the spirit world until they are reborn or [[Called]]. [[Spirit Healers]] can also escort a newly departed soul back to it's body provided it hasn't returned to the earth.
Faun believe all living things have spirits. Spirits differ from souls in that spirits are eternal and living in the spirit world. It takes a medium (Seer or someone with equal gifts) to communicate with them. All Faun can give offerings to please the spirits, and they look for signs to see that the spirits are pleased. A soul is what you call a spirit that has a mortal body. (So when a Faun passes, he becomes a spirit until he's reborn.)

==='''Biological'''===

:Faun are organic and influenced by the environment. Their appearance can alter depending on their surroundings.
:Faun have antlers that are made of living tree branches. Sometimes, those branches will be of a fruit or nut tree, and the produce is edible and healthy.
:Faun are covered in fur, from head to hoof. The closer to the head, however, the finer the fur.
:Faun bleed red, like all Pae'il.
:Faun can die. ((''For RP purposes, you have to clear this with a member of [[Staff]] first, otherwise your Pae is assumed to be in the limbo state in the [[Hall of Lost Souls]]''.))
:Faun, like all Pae'il, have lips, mouths, and noses. They are just not visible on the official cert art.
:Faun have little deer-like tails by default.
:Faun are the shortest of the known Pae'il breeds, and are the heartiest, tending to weigh just a bit more, and the females are a bit more rounded in stature.

==='''Culture'''===

:Faun are rooted in traditions.
:Faun know how to live off the land, and prefer to live that way.
:Faun males take the role of protecting their females, sprouts, and the Tree very seriously.

Only Faun are welcome to live inside Laisidhiel. There are hundreds of nooks available.
:Any Pae can now pledge fealty to the Earth and become a part of their society.
:It is advised for Faun to reside in the Tree, for safety reasons, however, they are free to live where ever they choose.

==='''Tree Life'''===

:Life in the tree is very informal, however, there is a schedule and set protocol for some activities.
:Lunch and Dinner are served in the Great Hall at noon and sundown respectively. All Faun are welcome, and there is plenty of room and food for all.
:The kitchen is closed all other times, but there is a Pub open 24 hours for recreation and partaking of the Faun brews.
:Rais addresses all Faun from his dais when there is important information to be delivered. It is assumed all Faun are present for this or hear word of it.
:Any Faun not born in the Tree may seek out the [[Tree Shaper]], [[Takis]], and have him create a nook for them if none of the available ones are suitable. Faun may also contact him for expanding their nook when their family grows.

==='''Circle Life'''===

Rais is the Chief. He is to be respected and revered as the ultimate authority of all Faun. He has no dominion over other types but is due respect for his position by all Pae'il, even non-Faun.
Rais' Circle refers to the group of Faun entrusted with the responsibility to help lead and teach all Faun.
The [[Inner Circle]] is the five Faun who are closest to the Chief and have the authority to act without direct permission over their assigned duties.
The [[Outer Circle]] is the second level of authority working under the Inner Circle to ensure all Faun are taken care of.
Circle business is conducted behind closed doors, with all Faun on a need-to-know basis.

Typical Jobs
:Gatherers (aid in gathering food)
:Rangers (soldiers)
:Defenders
:Gardeners (tend to the unhatched acorns)
:Harvesters (tend to the acorns that are close to hatching)
:Teachers
:Entertainers
:Cooks
:Tree Tenders (tend to infant faun in the [[Garden]])
:Pathfinders (explorers, cartographers, and spies)

==='''Religious & Moral Views'''===

Faun are very spiritual creatures, revering Laisidhiel as their "Mother" and giver of life. They believe all trees are sacred and spend their lives nurturing their relationship with nature.
They believe in [[Guiding Spirits]], which are nature spirits that will guide them through life, and help them with difficult decisions.
All Faun are children of Laisidhiel, the Tree of Life. Sometimes, special individuals will be called upon by another sacred tree to receive additional blessings. When this happens, there is a ceremony in which that faun offers a sacrifice of a living twig from the chosen tree and their soul becomes forever bonded to the sacred tree. This is also a blessing that can be passed on to their children. Being a part of another sacred tree's clan is a very special honor that not all Faun will experience. It comes with a duty and responsibility unique to each tree.
Reverence for nature is key in Faun culture.
It is considered taboo to speak ill of Faun leadership or those who have passed, and superstition states that whoever spoke ill will be cursed.

==='''Society'''===

Faun is a patriarchal society led by a Chief and his Inner Circle. Leadership is a birthright, with the first-born son inheriting the mantle of Chief upon death of his father. The line of succession will always go to males, and if the chief does not have a male heir, the mantle goes to the Adviser.

When the [[Ancients]] fell in the [[Great War]], Earthmother saved as many acorns as she could, so when Laisidhiel went into defense mode and hid, she could take care of the survivors until they hatched. Faun have been thriving inside the isolated tree for centuries in a self-contained environment. When Telrunya landed in the sea, and the Tree settled beside the island, they were introduced to their homeland for the first time. Despite this being their first glimpse of island life, Faun had a thriving society inside the Tree with everything they required for survival and success.

Inside Laisidhiel is a large banquet hall where all Faun are invited for meal time every day. There is an apartment, or nook, available for any Faun who wishes to live inside the Tree (Living that close to the Tree of Life has it's benefits to Faun health and vitality). It is safe in the Tree and Faun are protected. The [[Boughs]] provide a refuge for those Fauns who seek the outdoors, but still want the safety of the Tree.

Faun enjoy a good brew, and there is a pub inside the Tree where all Faun are welcome.

Women among the Faun society hold the teaching and healing positions while the men do the hunting and heavy work. Women are revered as life-givers, and men are respected as the protectors. It has worked for centuries, and the nature of Faun is to uphold tradition, which shows respect to their ancestors.

Faun are steeped in ritual and superstition. In order to provide protection to those who need to travel from the Tree, a wooden medallion, carved with the likeness of Laisidhiel overlaid by a pentacle and inscribed with the words of protection, "Laisidhiel I am protected by your might/Great Earth Spirit day and night" is given to every child born in the Tree. Adults who find their way to Laisidhiel will be gifted a medallion upon their welcome home.

==='''Marriage Customs'''===

When two Faun prepare to take the next step and be bound with the love of their life and soulmate, one Faun, generally the male, will make a journey to the top of Laisidhiel. This is a spiritual journey as well as a physical one, meant to represent their love and devotion to their future spouse, and the heights to which they would go for them. At the top of the Great Tree, Laisidhiel produces a special white blossom, nurtured by the sunlight. Upon completing his journey to the top of the Tree, the male collects a flower and descends once more. When asking his beloved to spend the rest of her life with him, the Faun presents the flower as a token of his love for her. If she accepts, the female generally wears the flower woven into her hair or branch antlers until the wedding ceremony as a sign that she is now betrothed. Through the magic of Laisidhiel and the bond the Faun share with it, the flower will neither wilt nor die so long as the Faun is faithful and the love is true.

Before the wedding ceremony can take place, the couple must seek the approval of all the elements of their union. To do so, they will both go to the sacred meeting ground to offer their prayers to the spirits. They will light five candles, one for each element, then offer their prayers asking for their blessing. If an element extinguishes the light from their candle, this signals disapproval, and the candle can never be lit again. If the element makes its presence known, but the candle stays lit, they have approved. These candles may then be blown out and collected by the couple, as they will be used again in the marriage ceremony.

The marriage ceremony is presided over by the Faun Chieftain. The actual ceremony is solemn, for the most part, full of ritual and tradition. The couple opens the ceremony by lighting the five candles blessed by the elements. When all five are lit (if any of the elements disapproved previously they will be unable to do this), then the blessing is acknowledged and the ceremony proper may begin. Then, the couple joins hands and a cord is tied around their wrists to symbolize the connection created between the two. At this point, they state their intention to be married, binding their souls together for eternity. After the handfasting, the couple is presented with a ceremonial cup, filled with a drink made from Laisidhiel's dew, which they will share, symbolizing their connection with the Tree.

The ceremony culminates with the final ritual. The couple presents two pieces of wood (carved together before the ceremony), that when fitted together, create a single flute. They take turns playing the flute, replacing traditional vows with what will become their heartsong; the song that represents their love for one another and the union that they have created. At this point, as the last notes fade, their souls are bound to one another and the ceremony is complete.

After the marriage ceremony, the Faun feast and celebrate with food and dancing into the long, late hours of the night...or sometimes the next morning.

==='''The Garden'''===

In ancient times, the special acorns that grew on Laisidhiel's branches would fall to the ground and hatch to reveal a newly born faun. The fall did not injure the unhatched, because faun are sturdy and tough, and the shell provided a lot of protection. Now that the faun have to be careful because the tree is sustained on her own little island, the acorns must be harvested and protected until the time they are called to hatch to prevent drowning.

The faun acorns are harvested and brought to a special Garden located on a unique bough of Laisidhiel crafted lovingly to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for young sprouts.

First-generation Faun come from an Acorn from Laisidhiel. Even those Faun who know nothing of Telrunya came from Laisidhiel in one way or another. While the island was moving to her new destination in the middle of the sea, some Acorns were scattered in the path. Lost Faun will be returning to the island all the time, finding it difficult to resist the call of the Great Tree.

Second generation faun, born from a male and female will be live-born.

When a same-gender couple wishes to expand their family, all they have to do is seek out the Gardener in the Garden Boughs and they will be led by the Earth Spirits to the special seed that was created just for them.

All Acorns grow from love and are born with the [[spark]] of Earth inside them.

=='''Faun Hybrids'''==

[[Hybrids]] are a mix of two different types of Pae.

''Sometimes, the heart wants what the heart wants.''

Faun embody the Earth element. So when they fall in love with another type of Pae'il, that Earth magic mixes with the other magic to create a unique and special little baby.

Discovered Earth Hybrids:
:Faun + Angel = Light [[Valk]]
:Faun + Demon = Dark [[Valk]]
:Faun + [[Fae]] = [[Flutters]]
:Faun + [[Naiad]] = [[Capricorn]]

Undiscovered Earth Hybrids:
:Faun + [[Miakis]] = ???
:Faun + [[Sila]] = ???
:Faun + [[Dracian]] = ???

=='''Faun Subtypes'''==

When one of Laisidhiel's acorn is planted near or on a [[magic source]], or ley line, it will grow into a tree that produces its own acorns. The acorns that come from these seeds are different types of faun, depending on the magic. The faun that would have come from that acorn should it have been allowed to hatch, is born as its [[Avatar]]. An avatar is connected to the tree physically, spiritually and emotionally. they are the living embodiment of the tree.

===Fauny===

[[Fauny]] come from one of four trees that were lost over a potent pony-related magical source when Laisidhiel was still in the sky.
:Avatars-
::[[Princess Celestia]] - [[Iadhiel]]
::[[Princess Luna]] - [[Ladhiel]]
::[[Prince Feral Heart]] - [[Hravandhiel]]
::[[Princess Cadence]] - [[Miredhiel]]

===Flutters===

[[Flutters]] come from one of two seeds that were lost in a mysterious hurricane that hit the island generations ago. The magic source is the magically saturated and hallowed ground of the Fae Clearing. Due to this, Flutters can either be born of [[Forn Sheedhiel]] or [[Harn Sheedhiel]] for first generation. The second generation are hybrids with fae, so the magic is the same.
:Avatars-
::[[Queen Belwen]] - [[Forn Sheedhiel]]
::[[Queen Alora]] - [[Harn Sheedhiel]]

===Farun===

[[Farun]] come from one of the missing seeds as well, but this one grew beside Silme (sil-may) Pond and is called [[Rochadhiel]]. [[Silme Pond]] is potent moon magic and located on a ley point. [[Sprites]] (a naiad hybrid and subspecies like flutters) also come from the magic waters. Demi-goddess [[Portia]] is the overseer of the area.
:Avatar-
:: ???

===Emberkin===

[[Emberkin]] are tainted faun that come from the tainted fire tree [[Feludhiel]] in [[Dragnid Forest]]. Their origin is the same as Flutters and Farun because the seed that became the tree was one of the lost seeds from the hurricane.
:Avatar
::[[Kerne]]

===Teacup Faunies===

[[Teacup faunies]] are just smaller versions of faunies. They are small because their seeds don't grow to full size. In all ways, they are a faun, with access to faun racials, powers, resources and Laisidhiel.

===Tiny Reindeer===

[[Tiny reindeer]] are smaller versions of faun with antlers like a reindeer. Just like teacup faunies, they are considered regular faun, just smaller in stature.

[[faun2]]
[[tempfaun]]

Faun2

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Antidia:

='''Welcome to Telrunya'''=
Telrunya is a land born of magic. It was formed by The Creator to be a home for the newly awakened inhabitants. Magic flows through the waters, the land, and the air, providing a life source and power for pae’il.

However, not all is perfect with Telrunya. She has seen her share of tragedy alongside the Pae'il. The Great Sundering tore the land apart, destroying the pae’il and leaving pieces of the land floating in the sky for generations. By the Fifth Age of the Pae’il, core pieces of the land had come back together, forming an island in the sky. Life returned to the floating isle. First to awaken were the angels and demons.

While the floating isle saw rebirth and regrowth, the magic land was still reuniting with lost pieces. The large landmass was drawn to another far away, deep in the sea. Telrunya had fallen from the sky. The island and its inhabitants had to evolve and adjust to fit the new location. Telrunya was now tropical!

==='''The Pae'il Races'''===
:[[Light and Shadow]]
:[[Fae]]
:[[The Elements]]
:[[Wildkin]]
:: [[Lycan]]

==='''[[Setting Rules]]'''===
:[[Genetics of Magic]]
:[[Telrunya Ascension System]]

==='''The Island'''===
:[[Locations]]
:[[Villages]]
::[[Points of Interest]]
:[[Telrunya City]]
:[[Laisidhiel]]
:[[Dragnid Fortress]]

==='''[[Taint]]'''===

==='''[[Glossary]]'''===

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Sprites

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== Sprites ==

; Common Name
:: Sprite(s)
; Other Names
:: [[Naiad]], Water Fairies

=== Physical Description ===
; Height
:: Land Sprite: 4 ft
:: Water Sprite: 5 ft

; Body Structure
:: Sprites are shaped by their environment.
:: Sprites raised in water retain their fishtails, making them fully aquatic. They cannot walk, but can use their faerie wings to fly above the water.
:: Sprites raised on land undergo a tadpole-like transformation, losing their tails and growing legs. These legs give them the ability to leap great distances, but they cannot regrow tails even after returning to the water.

; Build
:: Land Sprite: Lean and lightweight
:: Water Sprite: Lithe and muscular

; Skin
:: Land Sprite: Flesh with patches of scale
:: Water Sprite: Fine, shimmering scales covering the body

; Distinctive Features

'''Land Sprite'''
:: Fins on underarms, between fingers and toes, ears, hips, and legs
:: Multi-layered wings
:: Fae-like antennae
:: Lungfish lungs for air and water breathing

'''Water Sprite'''
:: Ornate fishtails
:: Multi-layered wings
:: Fae-like antennae
:: Hip and ear fins
:: Lungfish lungs

=== Abilities & Powers ===
; Physical Traits
:: Resistant to cold and underwater pressure
:: Skilled swimmers
:: Tailed Sprites are faster swimmers than legged ones

; Main Abilities
:: Each Pae receives two player-selected and staff-approved powers

; Racial Abilities
:: Dependent on who the Sprite pledges their loyalty to

; Weaknesses
:: Vulnerable to Taint
:: Tailed Sprites must stay hydrated or risk drying out and dying
:: Legged Sprites do not require water to survive, but still feel a connection to it

=== Reproduction ===
; Method
:: Water Sprites reproduce similar to dolphins
:: Land Sprites reproduce through intercourse
:: Magical pearls can also be obtained from the [[Cave of Life]]

; Gestation Period
:: Two seasons

; Average Number of Offspring
:: 2–4

; Parental Care
:: Comparable to human standards — protective and nurturing

=== Diet ===
; Primary Food Sources
:: Piscivorous (fish-based)

; Dietary Needs
:: Require a balance of protein and carbohydrates
:: Cannot tolerate salty foods

=== History ===
; Origin
:: Sprites first emerged from mysterious oysters found in [[Silme Pond]]. The pond’s magical properties created an ideal environment for growing enchanted pearls, which incubated the first Sprites.

; Discovery
:: These pearls were discovered by the demigod [[Portia]], who once served as their guardian. Now freed from this duty, Portia has left the pearls in the care of nature, and they may be found by seekers in the [[Cave of Life]].

; Heritage
:: Sprites are likely descended from Naiad and Faerie bloodlines. Breeding between these two races can produce Sprite-like offspring, further entwining their magical origins.

; Current Status
:: Sprites are a growing and thriving race, delicately balancing the pull between land and sea, fae and Naiad.

[[Category:Races]]
[[Category:Water-Aligned Creatures]]
[[Category:Playable Species]]
[[Category:Magical Beings]]
[[Category:Faerie Kin]]
[[Category:Naiad Kin]]

Sprites

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Antidia: Created page with "== Sprites == ; Common Name :: Sprite(s) ; Other Names :: Naiad, Water Fairies === Physical Description === ; Height :: Land Sprite: 4 ft :: Water Sprite: 5 ft ; Body Structure :: Sprites are shaped by their environment. :: Sprites raised in water retain their fishtails, making them fully aquatic. They cannot walk, but can use their faerie wings to fly above the water. :: Sprites raised on land undergo a tadpole-like transformation, losing their tails..."

Harpy

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Antidia: Created page with "== Harpy == ''Air Type Subspecies'' ; Common Name :: Harpy === Physical Description === ; Average Height :: 5 ft ; Body Structure :: Humanoid upper body with strong, bird-like legs ; Skin :: Smooth skin interwoven with feathers ; Distinctive Features :: Feathered tails, wings, and legs; strong, sharp talons; head plumes (more elaborate in males) === Abilities & Powers === ; Physical Abilities :: • Gifted singers — though they cannot magically charm or en..."

== Harpy ==
''Air Type Subspecies''

; Common Name
:: Harpy

=== Physical Description ===
; Average Height
:: 5 ft
; Body Structure
:: Humanoid upper body with strong, bird-like legs
; Skin
:: Smooth skin interwoven with feathers
; Distinctive Features
:: Feathered tails, wings, and legs; strong, sharp talons; head plumes (more elaborate in males)

=== Abilities & Powers ===
; Physical Abilities
:: • Gifted singers — though they cannot magically charm or enthrall [[Pae’il]]
:: • Incredibly fast and high fliers — considered the fastest on [[Telrunya]]
:: • Possess Eagle Eyes — superior long-distance and aerial vision
:: • Strong enough to carry full-grown Pae’il mid-flight
:: • Can survive in any climate, regardless of temperature
:: • Males may exhibit a natural magical affinity, though not as physically strong as females

=== Reproduction ===
; Method
:: Intercourse
; Gestation Period
:: One season
; Average Number of Offspring
:: 2

; Notes
:: • Female Harpies are driven by instinct toward males, whose pheromones are irresistible
:: • The presence of a male heightens aggression in nearby females competing to mate
:: • Males can partner with other Pae types, but only sire Harpies with female Harpies
:: • In mixed-species pairings, offspring take after the mother
:: • Same-sex Harpy couples cannot produce males, and gender-swapping magic is required to produce eggs — currently unavailable in Lucandria
:: • Male/male Harpy pairs are unheard of due to strong reproductive instinct

; Growth Stages
:: • Babies hatch naked from eggs and are referred to as "chicks"
:: • Children are covered in fluffy down and called "nestlings" — they are flightless and nest-bound
:: • Teenagers, or "fledglings," begin molting their down, grow flight feathers, and train their flight muscles
:: • Adults are fully feathered and capable hunters

; Parental Care
:: • Mothers are extremely protective of eggs
:: • Once hatched, the first chick becomes the favorite; the second is often neglected
:: • Mothers will not retrieve a fallen nestling

=== Weaknesses ===
; Known Weaknesses
:: • Susceptible to Taint (details pending)
:: • Vulnerable to mind-altering magic

=== Diet ===
; Primary Food Sources
:: Mostly carnivorous, though some are omnivorous
; Hunting & Gathering
:: Most Harpies hunt their food
:: Village-dwelling Harpies may receive prepared rations
; Dietary Needs
:: High-protein diet

=== Behavior & Society ===
; Social Structure
:: • Females are typically solitary and territorial
:: • Males often form bachelor groups, led by the strongest or most flamboyant member
:: • Some males also choose solitude

; Communication
:: Varies by region
:: Harpies in Lucandria speak a dialect of Common unique to their kind

=== History ===
; Origin
:: The first Harpies arrived on Telrunya through the influence of [[Venus]], who brought them from another realm.
:: A group of curious travelers on Venus’ Fantasy Island encountered **[[Thunderbird]]**, a majestic and revered being believed to be a **male harpy** — once thought extinct.
:: This discovery confirmed not only the presence of Harpies in Telrunya but also sparked rumors of ancestral ties to ancient sky spirits.

[[Category:Races]]
[[Category:Air-Aligned Creatures]]
[[Category:Wildkin]]
[[Category:Playable Species]]
[[Category:Predators of Telrunya]]

Whisp

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Antidia: /* Other Information */

== Whisps ==
; Common Name
:: Whisps
; Other Names
:: Little Faun

=== Physical Description ===
; Average Height
:: Normal Form: 2 ft
:: Short Form: 6 in
:: Large Form: 3.5 ft
; Body Structure
:: Lithe, bi-pedal humanoids with delicate, elongated limbs
; Skin
:: Covered in soft peach fuzz
; Distinctive Features
:: Horse ears, large gossamer wings, smooth hooves, antennae, large eyelashes

=== Abilities & Powers ===
; Physical
:: None – Whisps are entirely magical beings

; Main Abilities
:: Each Pae receives two player-selected and staff-approved powers

; Racial Abilities
:: • Sizemorph – ability to grow and shrink on command without reset
:: • Bioluminescence – natural glow used for lighting dark spaces and signaling others
:: • Wing Healing
:: • Magical Sense – innate perception of magical disturbances and properties

; Weaknesses
:: • Susceptible to Taint
:: • Fragile physical form makes them vulnerable to physical attacks
:: • Magical dependence on the Fountain of Secrets
:: • Those who travel away from the Fountain require a special vial necklace containing Fountain water, refilled every four seasons to maintain their magic
:: • Especially vulnerable to corrupted or chaotic magic

=== Reproduction ===
; Method
:: Intercourse
; Gestation Period
:: Live Birth: One season
:: Dandelion Seeds: One season
; Average Number of Offspring
:: Live Birth: 2–4
:: Seeds: One per seed

; Notes
:: • Young Whisps are called Glimmerlings
:: • Tiny seeds grow from branches of the Fountain
:: • A Whisp can place a seed in dew resting on the Avatar’s hand (the wooden lady in the tree) to bring forth a child
:: • This method allows same-sex couples to grow their family
:: • Females always birth Whisps
:: • Males who mate with other species produce offspring of the mother's species

=== Diet ===
; Primary Food Sources
:: Herbivores – consume pollen, nectar, and dew-infused fruits
; Gathering & Farming
:: Rely on Gatherers and Farmers for food
:: Most gardens are grown in the trees surrounding the Fountain
; Dietary Needs
:: Sap and nectar

=== Behavior & Society ===
; Social Structure
:: The Fountain’s Avatar, Sylvara, is the spiritual and cultural head of the Gleam
:: Leadership includes:
:: • Luminarc (chosen by Sylvara)
:: • Shimmerkin (second-in-command)
:: • Luminae (protectors)

; Communication
:: Bioluminescent flashes function like Morse code
:: Also speak a dialect of Faunese

; Cultural Practices
:: • Live in collective groups called a "Gleam"
:: • Revere the humanoid form of Sylvara as their guardian
:: • Harvest dandelion seeds twice yearly to grow their population
:: • They become their tiny selves and dwell in the tree, as all faun and faun subspecies dwell in their own trees.
:: • In danger, the Luminae create a blinding light for escape
:: • Most daily life occurs in tree branches; celebrations take place near the Fountain
:: • Coming-of-age Whisps are honored with a home built by the whole Gleam
:: • Before major events, Whisps gather to glow collectively at the Fountain’s roots to seek Sylvara’s blessing
:: • Sylvara’s pose changes to signal approval (from open hand to folded hands)
:: • Nature Sculpting – many Whisps use their glow to infuse natural art and decorations

=== Customs & Traditions ===
; The Glow Bloom
:: A birth celebration where Glimmerlings are presented to Sylvara
:: The glimmerling is anointed with dew and flowers bloom across the clearing

; Seasonal Celebrations
:: Whisps mark each changing season with songs and dance

; Glowlink
:: A soulbinding ritual where partners exchange glowing threads to create a permanent shimmer on each other's wings
:: Only breaks if the bond is severed

; Aerial Light Dances
:: Whisps perform synchronized glowing dances in the air

; The Fading Ritual
:: When a Whisp dies, its body is returned to the Fountain to nourish the next generation
:: A community gathering with the song of return honors the life of the departed

=== History ===
; Origin
:: The Fountain originated from a lost seed of [[Laisidhiel]] that landed on unique magical soil
:: Instead of growing into a full tree, it became a tree base with a glowing fountain and the avatar's, Sylvara, form presiding over the water. The tree birthed the Whisps from the low branches.

; Major Historical Events
:: • The first Whisps hid in the trees after emerging from the Fountain
:: • Over time, they developed community and traditions
:: • Exploration outside their home revealed their magical limits – they must return home yearly to recharge
:: • An annual pilgrimage was established for magic reconnection

; Interaction with Other Species
:: • Whisps are closely connected to Faun and allowed to live in the great tree
:: • Those who leave the Gleam maintain deeper magical ties than most Faun
:: • Few know of the Gleam's secret location

=== Other Information ===
; Languages Spoken
:: A dialect of Faunese
; Religious Beliefs
:: Revere the Earth Element as the source of life
:: Sylvara is viewed as divine guardian and leader whose word is law
; Technology Level
:: None
; Tools & Weapons
:: Crafted from nature – wood, stone, and plant-based materials
; Allies
:: Faun
; Enemies
:: Any threat to the Faun
; Current Status
:: Growing – stable birth rate

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Antidia:

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Antidia: /* Okten Species Overview */

Okten Species Overview

== I. General Characteristics ==

=== Physical Appearance ===

; Size
:: Okten tend to be smaller than lake Naiad; perhaps 2/3 their size on average.

; Shape
:: From head to waist Okten resemble lake Naiad. From the waist down, instead of a tail they have eight suckered arms.

; Color
:: Okten come in all colors, though shades of red, white, and purple appear to be most common.

; Features
:: Okten’s most notable features are their eight suckered arms, which they use for movement, communication, and as extra hands. The arms are boneless, but densely muscled and highly sensitive and dexterous. They can use their arms to travel on land for short periods, but they dry out quickly so cannot go far from the water at all. Additionally, they have extremely strong teeth capable of biting through shell.

=== Mental Capabilities ===

Okten are highly intelligent, exceptionally clever, and quick-witted. They love puzzles and games, especially anything resembling seek-and-find (aquacaching is a popular game among Okten) and wordplay.

== II. Habitat ==

=== Geographic Location ===

Okten first lived in the oceans surrounding Telrunya Isle, keeping to cliffs and reefs as they do not like the vulnerability of open water. Now they can be found both in the ocean and Tuatha’ri Lake.

=== Climate Needs ===

Okten prefer colder, nutrient-dense and oxygen-rich waters, but are highly adaptable and can thrive pretty much anywhere. They are, however, very sensitive to changes in pH.

=== Home Needs ===

As ocean dwellers, Okten made dens for themselves, mainly in caves but basically anywhere they could fit. Okten have adapted to Lake living very well in this respect, and enjoy living in the apartments and homes in and around Alu Spring. They tend to be pack rats, hanging onto anything that might be useful later.

== III. Life Behaviors ==

=== Diet ===

Okten are avid consumers of shellfish. Their favorites are shrimp, crabs, clams, lobsters, scallops, and abalones. They will also eat fish, and small sharks if they’re feeling ambitious. They use their strong teeth to pry open shellfish, which traditionally they eat raw, but lake-dwelling Okten seem to have grown fond of cooked shellfish in butter. Vegetables mostly give them indigestion.

=== Mating ===

Okten can only conceive during one period a year in the winter season. Instinct draws them to a particularly large coral reef off the coast for a week of frenzied sexual activity, called the Winter Heat. During this time their appetites and sleep cycles are suppressed. Okten who aren’t ready for children who attempt to deny the heat often become ill until it is satiated.

It isn’t in Okten nature to take a long-term partner, though it’s becoming more common. If you have an Okten partner, clear your calendar during the Winter Heat because you’ll not be going anywhere.

=== Raising Young ===

While Okten eschew anything resembling commitment in other aspects of their lives, they are extremely devoted parents. Most Okten live with their birthing parent only, and don’t grow up knowing the other half of their lineage. To avoid confusion, Okten markings often strongly resemble their non-birthing parent’s.

They are very cuddly with their children, wrapping them up in arms both humanoid and cephalopod. They take their children’s safety and happiness very seriously, sometimes to the detriment of their own. Okten parents devote every resource they have to their children. Okten children live with their parent until they are teens, at which point they are ~strongly encouraged~ to strike out on their own.

=== Sleep Pattern ===

Okten are most often matutinal, meaning they are active only before sunrise. They are most active between the hours of midnight and dawn. This has caused problems as they have integrated into Lake living. Once dawn comes, Okten prefer to go to sleep, waking in the late afternoon.

=== Movement ===

Okten move by drawing water in through an organ at the base of their spine, typically hidden by their arms, then forcefully expelling it, creating a powerful thrust and propelling them through the water at high speed.

They don’t use their arms (any of them) for swimming, but when moving on the seafloor or lakebed, they use their arms to ‘walk’ along the ground.

=== Sound ===

Okten don’t have a strong oral tradition, preferring to communicate over long distances by caching written notes to one another. However, their voices are notable for sounding smooth, like satin ribbon between the fingers. Okten take pride in their ability to swim nearly silently.

=== Mannerisms ===

Okten arms are multipurpose. They are used almost as legs to move around on the seafloor and lakebed, and to do a sort of walking on land as well. The strong suckers on the underside of the arms help them grip onto things such as tools, or assist them to climb nearly vertical surfaces.

Okten try not to walk on the two arms that are frontmost to their body, as they’re most likely to use those arms as extra hands. The ends of the arms are very dexterous and can hold pretty much anything. Their arms are also quite expressive, and Okten can communicate emotions with each other through touch.

In fact, despite not being terribly social, Okten are quite emotional and enjoy the comfort of touch. Okten hate to be vulnerable in any way. This applies to physical safety as well as emotional. At the first sign of danger, they’re off swimming away at high speed. They also startle easily and hate pranks.

== IV. History ==

=== Leadership ===

Okten have no central leadership, as they are solitary by nature.

=== Social ===

Okten tend to be solitary, though partnering has become more common since they’ve started living in the Lake and interacting with other Naiad variants for whom partnering is important.

Before partnering, Okten need to feel immense emotional safety. Commitment is challenging for them, and open relationships are more common than exclusive ones. As they’ve integrated into Naiad society, they’ve opened themselves more to social living and are clever, if somewhat flaky, friends. They’re excellent at weaseling their way out of commitments, social engagements, and boring conversations.

=== Religion ===

Most Okten aren’t particularly religious, though many have an almost superstitious belief in the Umbri’s Great Current of Life.

=== Journey to the Lake ===

Queen Tariel’s call had the same type of instinctive pull as the Winter Heat, though at the wrong time of year. So, very confused, the Okten followed the call to the Lake. Once they figured out what was going on, they adapted quickly and many decided to remain.

== Okten Racial Abilities ==

Okten can 'unknit' and 'reknit' their skeletal structure to be able to fit into extremely tight spaces. As long as their skull can fit, so can the rest of their body.