Post by Ren Vikarson on Jul 30, 2015 15:15:27 GMT 1
Species name: Toxic Squallskiver
Class: Tracker
Visual Reference: Thought I'd include two pictures that helped me imagine this one up.
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Physical Description: Squallskivers have smooth plated scales that form something closer to a lobster like carapace over the dragons body. This shell is usually midnight shades of blue, grey or purple and has a metallic iridescence though rare cases of other metallic colours do exist. A Guillotricks most notable feature are its wings the outside edge of which form into large scythe like blades capable of slashing blows or being held together ahead of the dragon letting it spear targets in flight. Its rear legs are strong allowing it to stand and run on them at high speed. Its feet are large and taloned for snatching up prey in flight or landing on vertical surfaces with strong grip. Their heads are triangular and two sets of horns protrude from the sides, smaller first and then larger at the back beginning behind their eyes and connecting to their brow. These horns are mostly straight but curve back a little and seem to be more for show than offence. Guillotricks are slim built and their wings can be used effectively to help them climb. Their tails are long and very mobile to help keep balance while running or flying but don't carry any weaponry and are rarely used in offence. A Guillotricks wide shaped head means it struggled to see straight up or down and has to twist and turn its head to change its field of vision which usually just sees straight ahead and to its flanks. With their thunderous roar and incredible spear dives they are said to strike like Odins spear.
Stats:
Attack: 12
Speed: 16
Armour: 5
Fire power: 11
Shot limit: 5
Venom: 6
Jaw Strength: 6
Stealth: 8
Typical Behaviour: Squallskivers appear stern and vicious though this is usually to drive other dragons from their territories without violence, Squallskivers are happy to fight if necessary but try to avoid using their venom over unnecessary matters. Guillotricks are loyal and surprisingly considerate though can be a little cold since they don't like to seem overtly fond of others. They try to avoid biting and only snap at other dragons when they consider themselves in real danger. They value a degree of personal space even amongst their own kind but settle any disputes with other Squallskivers by jousting in the air. Squallskivers never turn their backs on anything they consider a threat since all their weapons are at the front of their body.
Abilities: Squallskivers have echo chambers either side in the back of their jaws to create loud and resonating roars that they use to quell other dragons and if focused these blasts become concentrated and very dangerous linear shots of sound with the force of cannon fire, when these echo chambers swell they produce a luminescent blue glow. A Squallskiver has venom glands in its throat and when compressed these run a stream of poison along the dragons tongue that it then either seeps into a bitten victim or licks onto its wing blades before a big fight. This poison causes severe confusion and dangerous shot backfire similar to eel pox in both dragons and humans. Their vision is very direct and by focusing they might as well have a telescope held up to their eyes.
Drawbacks: Squallskivers have little control over their venom glands and produce venom whenever they bite down hard onto something, this venom loses its potency quickly but they have to be careful to avoid infecting anyone by accident. Even by dragon standards Guillotricks have serious vulnerability to eel pox, not only does the condition cause above average troubles to them but they loose their resilience to their own venom and begin to constantly effect themselves until they recover. A Squallshivers has limited peripheral vision and has to glance around for a proper view of its surroundings.
Training Methods: Squallshivers don't like to show emotions so breaking down this behaviour can be difficult, they do have emotions they just seem embarrassed to admit them. Trying to meet them with the same subdued affection can work well and prevent them from being flustered before they're ready to accept these acts. They like games of catch especially in the air and are very skilled in Dragon Races because of how fast they can snatch something from the air and dive off with it.
Habitat: Squallskivers commonly live on sea stacks and other tall rock formations on the shore line that give them plenty of space to fly and climb. Though their homes don't usually have space for more than two or three or sometimes only one these dragons are not too rare, just difficult to locate. When needed they migrate in pursuit of their food source jumping along island chains wherever the birds they hunt are going.
Diet: Squallskivers feed commonly on birds, usually snapping gulls out of the air or raiding nests for eggs, domesticated examples prefer chicken but still like to hunt for themselves. Squallskivers are especially fond of waterfowl like ducks or geese. When necessary they use their shots to knock whole flocks out of the air and scoop them off the surface of the ocean, this tactic is usually when they have young to feed.
Created by: Damnationsedge
Class: Tracker
Visual Reference: Thought I'd include two pictures that helped me imagine this one up.
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Physical Description: Squallskivers have smooth plated scales that form something closer to a lobster like carapace over the dragons body. This shell is usually midnight shades of blue, grey or purple and has a metallic iridescence though rare cases of other metallic colours do exist. A Guillotricks most notable feature are its wings the outside edge of which form into large scythe like blades capable of slashing blows or being held together ahead of the dragon letting it spear targets in flight. Its rear legs are strong allowing it to stand and run on them at high speed. Its feet are large and taloned for snatching up prey in flight or landing on vertical surfaces with strong grip. Their heads are triangular and two sets of horns protrude from the sides, smaller first and then larger at the back beginning behind their eyes and connecting to their brow. These horns are mostly straight but curve back a little and seem to be more for show than offence. Guillotricks are slim built and their wings can be used effectively to help them climb. Their tails are long and very mobile to help keep balance while running or flying but don't carry any weaponry and are rarely used in offence. A Guillotricks wide shaped head means it struggled to see straight up or down and has to twist and turn its head to change its field of vision which usually just sees straight ahead and to its flanks. With their thunderous roar and incredible spear dives they are said to strike like Odins spear.
Stats:
Attack: 12
Speed: 16
Armour: 5
Fire power: 11
Shot limit: 5
Venom: 6
Jaw Strength: 6
Stealth: 8
Typical Behaviour: Squallskivers appear stern and vicious though this is usually to drive other dragons from their territories without violence, Squallskivers are happy to fight if necessary but try to avoid using their venom over unnecessary matters. Guillotricks are loyal and surprisingly considerate though can be a little cold since they don't like to seem overtly fond of others. They try to avoid biting and only snap at other dragons when they consider themselves in real danger. They value a degree of personal space even amongst their own kind but settle any disputes with other Squallskivers by jousting in the air. Squallskivers never turn their backs on anything they consider a threat since all their weapons are at the front of their body.
Abilities: Squallskivers have echo chambers either side in the back of their jaws to create loud and resonating roars that they use to quell other dragons and if focused these blasts become concentrated and very dangerous linear shots of sound with the force of cannon fire, when these echo chambers swell they produce a luminescent blue glow. A Squallskiver has venom glands in its throat and when compressed these run a stream of poison along the dragons tongue that it then either seeps into a bitten victim or licks onto its wing blades before a big fight. This poison causes severe confusion and dangerous shot backfire similar to eel pox in both dragons and humans. Their vision is very direct and by focusing they might as well have a telescope held up to their eyes.
Drawbacks: Squallskivers have little control over their venom glands and produce venom whenever they bite down hard onto something, this venom loses its potency quickly but they have to be careful to avoid infecting anyone by accident. Even by dragon standards Guillotricks have serious vulnerability to eel pox, not only does the condition cause above average troubles to them but they loose their resilience to their own venom and begin to constantly effect themselves until they recover. A Squallshivers has limited peripheral vision and has to glance around for a proper view of its surroundings.
Training Methods: Squallshivers don't like to show emotions so breaking down this behaviour can be difficult, they do have emotions they just seem embarrassed to admit them. Trying to meet them with the same subdued affection can work well and prevent them from being flustered before they're ready to accept these acts. They like games of catch especially in the air and are very skilled in Dragon Races because of how fast they can snatch something from the air and dive off with it.
Habitat: Squallskivers commonly live on sea stacks and other tall rock formations on the shore line that give them plenty of space to fly and climb. Though their homes don't usually have space for more than two or three or sometimes only one these dragons are not too rare, just difficult to locate. When needed they migrate in pursuit of their food source jumping along island chains wherever the birds they hunt are going.
Diet: Squallskivers feed commonly on birds, usually snapping gulls out of the air or raiding nests for eggs, domesticated examples prefer chicken but still like to hunt for themselves. Squallskivers are especially fond of waterfowl like ducks or geese. When necessary they use their shots to knock whole flocks out of the air and scoop them off the surface of the ocean, this tactic is usually when they have young to feed.
Created by: Damnationsedge
