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	:: The Fountain’s Avatar, <u>Sylvara</u>, is the spiritual and cultural head of the Gleam		:: The Fountain’s Avatar, <u>[[Sylvara]]</u>, is the spiritual and cultural head of the Gleam
	:: Leadership includes:		:: Leadership includes:
	:: • Luminarc (chosen by Sylvara)		:: • Luminarc (chosen by Sylvara)
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	:: A dialect of Faunese		:: A dialect of Faunese
	; Religious Beliefs		; Religious Beliefs
	:: Revere the Earth Element as the source of life		:: Revere the [[Earth]] Element as the source of life
	:: Sylvara is viewed as divine guardian and leader whose word is law		:: Sylvara is viewed as divine guardian and leader whose word is law
	; Technology Level		; Technology Level
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	:: Growing – stable birth rate		:: Growing – stable birth rate


			[[Category:Species]]
			[[Category:Whisp]]
			[[Category:Fae]]
			[[Category:Faun Subtype]]
			[[Category:Flying Species]]
			[[Category:Telrunya]]

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== 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, <u>Sylvara</u>, 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 <u>[[Laisidhiel]]</u> 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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