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Revision as of 04:44, 31 May 2016


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Alpine & Volcano Biome Release; Nexus Dragon

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Nexus egg File:Nexus hatchi.png File:Nexus female hatchi.png File:Nexus male hatchi.png File:Nexus female.png File:Nexus male.png
Description "This dense, crystalline egg seems dangerously unstable." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It has two heads and bright, glowing eyes." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It has two heads and bright, glowing eyes.
And look! It has grown wings! It must be close to maturing."
"Nexus Dragons are massive, volatile beasts surging with magical power. Each half of a Nexus Dragon’s body is infused with fire or ice mana, and it is believed that the unstable nature of these paired elements drives the dragon mad as it grows in size and strength. They are strict carnivores, preferring to feed on dragons and other creatures that naturally possess magic in order to bolster their own stores. As Nexus Dragons age, fire and ice mana crystals grow all over their bodies, enhancing both their power and viciousness."
Artist(s) Odeen Odeen Odeen Odeen

Fact:

  • This dragon sorts between Neotropical Dragons and Nocturne Dragons.
  • This dragon is a two-headed species.
  • This dragon has dimorphism.
  • This dragon's egg has a custom cracking sequence.
  • This dragon's egg has a unique dead sprite.
  • This dragon's egg cannot be bitten by Vampire Dragons.

Rumour:

  • To be added.

Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Nexus egg Nexus crack 1 Nexus crack 2 Nexus crack 3 Nexus crack 4 Nexus crack 5 Nexus dead egg

Coast & Jungle Biome Release; Candelabra Dragon

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Candelabra egg Candelabra hatchi Candelabra mature hatchi Candelabra adult
Description "This mottled red egg almost glows from within." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It sleeps through most of the day, but almost never leaves your side when awake." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It sleeps through most of the day, but almost never leaves your side when awake.
And look! It has grown wings! It must be close to maturing."
"Candelabra Dragons are a spectacular sight against the dark midnight sky. The glowing orbs that decorate their golden wings can be seen from far away and give them the unparalleled brilliance they are recognizable for. Proudly earnest, Candelabra Dragons will often go to extreme lengths to protect those close to them, even giving their lives to rescue a loved one from peril. However, they do not take lightly the breaking of a promise, and have been known unleash a furious wrath when betrayed."
Artist(s) PieMaster PieMaster PieMaster PieMaster

Fact:

Rumour:

  • To be added.

Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Candelabra egg Candelabra crack 1 Candelabra crack 2 Candelabra crack 3 Candelabra crack 4 Candelabra crack 5 Candelabra dead egg

Jungle Biome Release; Morphodrake

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Morphodrake egg File:Morphodrake hatchi.gif File:Morphodrake mature hatchi.png Morphodrake adult
Description "A few bright markings decorate this egg’s shell." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It’s very curious." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It’s very curious.
And look! It has grown wings! It must be close to maturing."
"Morphodrakes are widespread in jungles, where the varied surroundings satisfy their seemingly endless curiosity. These drakes have a similarly varied diet, munching on anything from plants to carrion. They keep no territories and are solitary except for females raising young. Females are somewhat larger than males and are more aggressive, particularly when caring for young."
Artist(s) Infinis Infinis Infinis Infinis

Fact:

Rumour:

  • To be added.

Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Morphodrake egg Morphodrake crack 1 Morphodrake crack 2 Morphodrake crack 3 Morphodrake crack 4 Morphodrake crack 5 Morphodrake dead egg

Desert Biome Release; Tarantula Hawk Drake

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Tarantula Hawk Drake egg Tarantula Hawk Drake hatchi Tarantula Hawk Drake mature hatchi Tarantula Hawk Drake adult
Description "A delicate web-like pattern decorates this egg’s shell." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It likes to be left alone." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It likes to be left alone.
And look! It has grown wings! It must be close to maturing."
"The quiet and solitary Tarantula Hawk Drake lives in deserts, digging temporary shallow nests overnight in which to sleep. They feed primarily on large spiders, but will also eat carrion, other insects, and larger prey when necessary. Tarantula Hawk Drakes are typically quite docile, preferring to mind their own business. However, when threatened or provoked, these drakes will attempt to stab the opponent with the stinger on their tail to inject a powerful venom. This sting is at the very least extremely painful, and even if the toxins don’t paralyze the attacker, the pain is likely to distract them enough for the drake to escape."
Artist(s) Infinis Infinis Infinis Infinis

Fact:

Rumour:

  • To be added.

Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Tarantula Hawk Drake egg Tarantula Hawk Drake crack 1 Tarantula Hawk Drake crack 2 Tarantula Hawk Drake crack 3 Tarantula Hawk Drake crack 4 Tarantula Hawk Drake crack 5 Tarantula Hawk Drake dead egg

Additional Information

My well-ordered, phone-typed bonus info for Nexus Dragons:

- Mana crystals grow out of the dragon's skin somewhat like keratinous horns or antlers. In extreme circumstances these crystals may be chipped or broken, but they always grow back eventually.

- Although fire and ice mana crystals grow in close proximity to one another on the dragon's body, they do not actually blend together at a chemical level. The crystals growing from its chest and tail are conglomerate structures comprised of tiny bits of both mana types, which makes them appear bright purple.

- Each head uses a powerful breath weapon corresponding to its magical alignment which, combined with the dragon's natural strength and reckless fighting style, make it a formidable opponent in direct combat.

- While most Nexus Dragons are born with the same mana configuration (fire on left, ice on right), "southpaw" individuals with the opposite configuration do hatch occasionally. This provides neither benefit nor detriment to the individual.

- Nexus Dragons are solitary, mingling only briefly to reproduce. The female will guard her offspring viciously, even from its sire, until it matures enough to grow wings. Then she kicks it out to fend for itself because she's nice.

- As a rule, Nexus Dragons don't actively hunt others of their own kind. However, they will gladly cannibalize a grievously injured or deceased Nexus to acquire its mana.
Odeen (Forum Post)
  • Regarding Cassare Dragons' magic-dampening field being used to stabilize Nexus dragons:
My understanding of cassare dampening may be flawed (I don't actually collect them or do encyclopedia stuff), but I would think the result there would be a Nexus that was still volatile and couldn't use its magical power. A more surefire way to keep a Nexus stable would be to strictly monitor and minimize its consumption of mana. It'd probably still not win any good citizen awards because by nature they're obstinate, quirky, and unsociable, but it would be far easier to handle. Just beware the day when it remembers how big it is, because the hunger is always there.
Odeen (Forum Post)
  • Nectaris responded to the above comment with further information:
I don't know what TJ thinks of the Cassare's dampening effect, but my idea has always been that they act like a living magical black hole(their ability to "collect" mana is warped, they continuously draw it into themselves, but it can never be accessed by the Cassare or anyone else by any known means, and there have been tries). While a Cassare that has newly moved to a location may still have mana crystals nearby, eventually they will erode to nothing, the speed of which depending on the original size of the crystal. A nearby Cassare would be a good way to limit their mana consumption, though convincing the Cassare to stick around a cranky Nexus is another matter.
Nectaris (Forum Post)

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Background information
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Despite them being coincidentally candle-themed, they actually were not designed with the birthday in mind; rather, they were originally a Valentine’s concept that looked like this:

Old Candelabra series

With a spriter’s alt that looked like this:

Old Alt Candelabra series

I’m sure the latter set looks a bit familiar, heheh. After they went unused, I decided the original coloration was pretty horrible, so I messed with the alt set to come up with the final sprites, and edited the concept a bit to work for a regular release! I think it all turned out for the better, truthfully, since these buggers were still able to find a place in the cave (and in a better form), and we get to enjoy the lovely (and snarly) Mutamores!

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Concept information
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Candelabras are attuned to light mana, and though this, generate lights at the ends of their wing fingers (I know, huge shocker there). These lights don’t actually ever disappear until an individual dies, though they can be dimmed and brightened to suit the needs of each dragon. Though Candelabras are fairly strong, they are not particularly agile, and as such, rely on their wing lights to attract prey for easy kills. The light between their horns glows brighter than the other eight, and can actually be manipulated so that it moves within a small nearby radius, which furthers their ability to lure prey.

The orangey glow to their wings is also the result of light mana; actually a reddish color similar to their maroon scales, the wing membranes are coated in a thin film containing light mana which causes the wings to become a shiny, striking gold when hit with direct light. This effect is also apparent on the backs of their wings, but to a lesser degree.

As mentioned in their descriptions, Candelabras are fiercely devoted to those who have earned their trust, even giving their lives to save those close to them. It is for this reason hatchlings follow around their keepers; they view them as parental figures, and as such, want to remain close to them. By the time a captive-raised Candelabra reaches adulthood, it is almost certain to commit fully to protecting its keeper—unless betrayed, that is. Though generally good-natured, they do not take kindly to promises being broken, and will often respond to acts deemed betrayals with an outburst of rage, sometimes large enough to trigger a permanent shift in an individual’s personality. Speaking of these outbursts, don’t betray a Candelabra. Just don’t do it. You might end up nearly the same shade of red as they are, if you catch my drift.

Mating displays involve elaborate aerial maneuvers with intricate flickering of their wing lights—a sight that’s equal parts majestic and hilarious, since their wings are on the small side (they require a slight boost from magic to be able to fly well).

In terms of personality, they’re actually quite clumsy, and are sometimes considered to be a bit lunkish. Though not the brightest, they're quite loving and affectionate (unless you do a stupid and anger them), and make great companions.
PieMaster (Forum Post)
  • Regarding what kinds of prey can be attracted by the Candelabra's lights:
The lights have a weak hypnotic quality. It's strong enough to affect non-magical, less intelligent creatures like birds and deer, but doesn't really have much of an effect on dragons and such.

I didn't mention it earlier, but Candelabras are omnivorous, and prefer to stick to eating insects, anyway--they merely have the ability to lure prey when necessary. However, 'converted' individuals tend to hunt more often, and use thus rely on this alluring quality, which strengthens a bit in response to its heightened usage, like a magical 'muscle' of sorts.
PieMaster (Forum Post)

Speaking of frills, we found this while going through a researcher's notes.

Frilled concept art
Lythiaren (Forum Post)
  • Lythiaren followed this post with a "translation" of the text:
Once considered pests, the prolific Frilled Dragon fell victim to cruel extermination programs in recent years. Farmers had made a habit of killing them on sight, and several wizards were called upon to assist. What they concocted was a terrible plague, which prevented natural reproduction. It spread rapidly to wild dragons, until predation and poaching led scholars to believe they had gone entirely extinct. We have recently found a small pack of survivors that appear to be immune to this plague. Samples have been taken in an effort to cure and innoculate our domesticated specimens. Preliminary tests appear to be promising.
-L
Lythiaren (Forum Post)

Bright Pink Dragon Update / Aria Dragon

These dragons are dropping in the Jungle biome.

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Aria egg Aria hatchi File:Aria female hatchi.png Aria female Aria male
Description "This bright egg has a warm shell." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It’s brightly colored and chirps quite often." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It’s brightly colored and chirps quite often.
And look! It has grown wings! It must be close to maturing."
"Aria dragons are a brightly-colored and sprightly breed, perhaps most adored for their lyric calls. Their song-like melodies fill the areas they inhabit; their coos resemble those of birds, only more elegant and refined. They have fairly strong magical capabilities, but tend to reserve these strengths for last-minute defense, choosing to live their lives in simple peace. Arias, sticking to the tropics, typically live quite far from human settlements, giving rise to the previously held belief that they had gone extinct."
Artist(s) Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom

Fact:

  • Aria Dragons were once in DC under the name of Bright Pink Dragons.
  • Unlike Bright Pink dragons, Aria dragons have both genders

Rumour:

Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Aria egg Aria crack 1 Aria crack 2 Aria crack 3 Aria crack 4 Aria crack 5 Aria dead egg

Additional Information

To be added here.

Frilled Dragon Update

These dragons are dropping in the Jungle biome.

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Frilled egg File:Frilled hatchi.png File:Frilled female hatchi.gif Frilled male hatchi File:Frilled female.png File:Frilled male.png
Description "This egg has strange markings on it." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It has large frills on its head." "Aww... It’s a cute baby dragon. It has large frills on its head.
And look! It has grown wings! It must be close to maturing."
"Frilled Dragons are smaller than most other breeds, but when threatened, they stretch out their wings and frills to appear larger. They generally do not like to fight and prefer hiding to confrontation. Frilled dragons live in small groups and often band together to scare off potential threats. Males also use their frills as a way to attract mates, with those displaying the "best" frills being more likely to breed."
Artist(s) Birdzgoboom, Lythiaren Birdzgoboom, Lythiaren Birdzgoboom, Lythiaren Birdzgoboom, Lythiaren

Fact:

  • This dragon now has dimorphism. When it was initially released, both genders used the female sprite.

Rumour:

  • To be added.

Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Frilled egg Frilled crack 1 Frilled crack 2 Frilled crack 3 Frilled crack 4 Frilled crack 5 Frilled dead egg

Additional Information

To be added here.


General Sprite Updates

Undead Dragon

Sub-Type Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites Western Undead standard hatchi Undead standard mature hatchi Undead standard adult
Artist(s) - Marrionetta Marrionetta Odeen
Sprites Eastern Undead eastern hatchi Undead eastern adult
Artist(s) - ??? Birdzgoboom
Sprites Wyvern File:Undead wyvern hatchi.png File:Undead wyvern mature hatchi.png Undead wyvern adult
Artist(s) - Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom Odeen
Sprites DC Drake
Artist(s) -
Sprites Pygmy
Artist(s) -
Sprites Leviathan Undead levi hatchi Undead levi mature hatchi Undead levi adult
Artist(s) - Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom
Sprites Two-Headed
Artist(s) -
Sprites Lindwyrm File:Lindwyrmnomadult.png
Artist(s) - Odeen
Sprites Amphiptere Undead amphi hatchi Undead amphi mature hatchi Undead amphi adult
Artist(s) - Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom Birdzgoboom, Odeen
Sprites Traditional Drake/
Wingless
Undead wingless hatchi Undead wingless mature hatchi Undead wingless adult
Artist(s) - Marrionetta Marrionetta Odeen
Sprites Wyrm
Artist(s) -

Gilded Bloodscale Dragon

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites - - - Gilded Bloodscale female File:Gilded Bloodscale male.png
Artist(s) Odeen Odeen Odeen Odeen

Pillow Dragon

Egg Hatchling Mature Hatchling
Female - Male
Adult
Female - Male
Sprites - - - Pillow female Pillow male
Artist(s) ParticleSoup ParticleSoup, Marrionetta ParticleSoup, Marrionetta ParticleSoup, JereduLevenin

Day Glory Drake / Night Glory Drake Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
File:Glory drake egg.png File:GloryDrakeCrack1.png File:GloryDrakeCrack2.png File:GloryDrakeCrack3.png File:Glory drake egg crack 4.png File:Glory drake egg crack 5.gif File:Glory drake dead egg.gif

Glaucus Drake Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
File:Glaucus drake egg.png File:Glaucus drake crack 1.png File:GlaucusCrack2.gif File:Glaucus drake crack 3.png File:Glaucus drake crack 4.png File:Glaucushole.png File:Glaucus drake dead egg.png

Greater Spotted Drake Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
File:Greater spotted drake egg.png File:Gspotted1.png File:GSpotted2.png File:Gspotted3.png File:Gspotted4.png File:Greater spotted drake egg crack 5.png File:Deadgreatspotted.png

Howler Drake Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
File:Howler drake egg.png File:Howler drake crack 1.png File:Howler drake crack 2.png File:Howler drake crack 3.png File:Howler drake crack 4.png File:Howler drake egg crack 5.png File:Howler drake dead egg.gif

Ochredrake Egg Sequence

Stage 0 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Dead
Ochredrake egg File:OchreCrack1.png File:OchreDrake crack 2.png File:Ochre3.png File:Ochre4.png File:Ochredrake egg crack 5.gif File:Ochredrake dead egg2.gif

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