i adore the creative potential of these communities and i was hoping to try out creating a humble little species of my own. certainly nothing ground breaking, but i wanted to combine my love of avians, mythology, and the ocean into one creature and see how things went. i aim to have imagination and story telling to be at the forefront of these species. i am quite fond of world building and hope to develop this species into something quite neat alongside those who think this concept has the potential to work.
➣ i am leaning towards these mainly being free adopts, won over raffles, nurseries and events, though some may require payment on special occasions such as customs, this idea is not set in stone however.
➣ if an artist role sounds appealing to you, don’t hesitate to let me know, alongside how to best pay artists for their contributions.
➣ while i am familiar with your average adopt, i am brand new to community based species, so i still have a lot to learn, i would greatly appreciate any feed back, pointers, suggestions and critiques anyone might have, thank you for taking the time to read!
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⊱ species introduction ⊰
Like the untamed winds they embody, anemoi are creatures that exemplify freedom; natural sea farers and adept explorers who thrive where the sky and water meet. they can be found in regions all over the map, from the warmest reaches of the tropics in the south, to the cold, and unforgiving edges of the north. be it for fame, fortune, exploration, or beyond, wherever the wind takes them, all anemoi have an innate reason for traversing the sea; to earn their wings and join the winds in flight.
⊱ additional notes ⊰
➣ anemoi are born wingless, though it is foretold that anemoi are bestowed with their wings upon fulfilling an extraordinary act. not all are so fortunate to receive such a gift in their lifetime, though many try.
➣ in the culture of anemoi, the one who earns their wings is revered and honored, and often takes positions of authority or high prestige among their groups and society.
➣ anemoi are facultative bipeds, meaning while they commonly walk and run on all fours comfortably, they are also capable of standing on two legs in certain circumstances, such as carrying objects, communication, and various other tactile uses.
➣ omnivores, anemoi’s primary food source comes from fruit, nuts, fish and small mammals.
➣ anemoi have 4 known variations depicted within the provided images and descriptions below;
- notus variants are defined in red and are based off parrots and tropical avians, and, are among the smallest variation, known for their flamboyant colorations and nimble bodies and prehensile tails that allow them to traverse the densest of jungles with ease. adapted to be accustomed to the moody natured weather and harsh heat of the south be it by sun or volcano, their plumage is among the most heat resistant.
- zephyrus variants are defined in green and are inspired off songbirds and corvids, they are of average size, and bountiful colorations that hold the most diversity among all regional variants, their plumage can range from natural camouflage to bright and flashy feathers that are often deemed the most desirable among mates. they have long legs and light feathers that make them speedy runners, and are well equipped for traveling through the bountiful forests and vibrant meadows that occupy the west.
- boreas variants are defined in grey and are themed off of birds of prey; owls, hawks, vultures and the likes, known for their heavy plumage, natural colorations, razor sharp beaks and talons, and muscular build. they are adapted to endure the cold and unforgiving environment of the north. they are among the most imposing in battle as their durable hides and powerful muscles make them a worthy contender.
- eurus variants are defined in blue and are based upon water and sea birds, identifiable by their long, elegant bodies, webbed feet and waterproof feathers that make them exceptional swimmers among their species. a favorable adaptation in the east, which is storm prone and made up of swamps, marshes and windswept plains vulnerable to excessive rainfall, mists and shipwrecks.
genetic feather/ear/beak variation concept:
