[The Lost Gremlin]

What is a Helix?
Helix are medium-sized semi-aquatic creatures that live in coastal regions, usually in or around beaches. At first glance resemble a canine such as a fox or wolf in build. Unlike a fox or wolf however they have rather big ears which, whilst young, appear rather rabbit or antenna-like. Their long legs end in three-toed paws which are equipped with retractable claws for gripping and holding. They have a thick, oily coat which is waterproof. This helps to keep them warm them against the cold seashore waters of their habitat.
Primarily piscivorous meaning that they eat any fish, crustaceans or shellfish they happen upon, Helix are known to also prey upon sea birds (including chicks and eggs), seals and the carrion of beached dolphins, whales and sharks using their adapted jaws and teeth to pry open shells and to crunch bone and cartilage.

Perhaps the most notable feature of the Helix is the large bulky ammonite-like shell that they carry over their rumps which give them a shellfish-like appearane. Whilst newborns and juveniles use these shells as a form of protection, little is known about the use of the shell for older individuals. On a mature adult these hefty shells may contribute to up to 40% of the Helix's overall weight. To keep this shell nice and strong Helix will consume large quantities of calcium.
They are social within their own species, forming colonies of 5 - 20 individuals. Multiple colonies may co-exist on single beaches or coastlines. Helix are very vocal animals, using a wide range of vocalisation to communicate. The sounds they make are so diverse and frequently used that the Helix as a species may indeed have developed their form of sophisticated language.

Rudolph-inspired design!

This little guy has EPS, or 'Eternal Pup Syndrome', meaning that he will not grow past his Juvenile stage (currently baby) and therefore will be unable to breed.

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Username
Misconceptions
Name
His real name is Lumine, which he was given to him at birth. It translates from Latin to mean 'light the way', resulting from his shining red nose. But very few people actually call him that. From a very young age, he was given the nickname Rudolph, the reasoning the same. He responds to both, but he actually prefers to be called by his nickname.
Gender
Male


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[Crazy Dex]

Username: Aymancat
Name: Rudolph
Gender: Male

[Dauntlessredpanda]

Username: Dauntlessredpanda
Name: Rudolph
Gender: Male
Favorite thing to eat:
Rudolph's favorite thing to eat is goldfish, as seen is the picture. He likes them, not only for their taste, but that sometimes, when the light hits them right, their scales appear to be glowing, like his own nose does. He feels like they have something in common.
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Sorry that it is sideways!! The thing in it's mouth is a fish.
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[emblo]

This one's super cute. <3
Could you possible extend the end date for a few more days so I could enter?
I totally get it if not though. ^^'

[The Lost Gremlin]

This one's super cute. <3
Could you possible extend the end date for a few more days so I could enter?
I totally get it if not though. ^^'

Yep, I think I'll be extending it until January 3rd, since I've not had much time as I'd like to keep an eye on it. The other reindeer-base designs will be out later.
So if anyone else wants to enter, you've got until next year XD

[zakki]

might enter :3

[emblo]

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Username
Misconceptions
Name
His real name is Lumine, which he was given to him at birth. It translates from Latin to mean 'light the way', resulting from his shining red nose. But very few people actually call him that. From a very young age, he was given the nickname Rudolph, the reasoning the same. He responds to both, but he actually prefers to be called by his nickname.
Gender
Male


All art by me

[The Lost Gremlin]

Sorry all, I've been a wee bit busy so I've not had much time to judge x.x

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Username
Misconceptions
Name
His real name is Lumine, which he was given to him at birth. It translates from Latin to mean 'light the way', resulting from his shining red nose. But very few people actually call him that. From a very young age, he was given the nickname Rudolph, the reasoning the same. He responds to both, but he actually prefers to be called by his nickname.
Gender
Male


All art by me

Congratulations Misconceptions on winning Lumine/Rudolph! He's all yours! ^^

[emblo]

Ahh, thank you so much. <3