Strigiformes Arcana

Strigiformes, commonly known as Owls, have been observed to produce Arcana subspecies. As a full disclosure, the Author of this Chronicle counts among them. Similarities between the two subspecies and their parent species include their forward facing eyes, flat faces, and facial discs around each eye. Their eyes remain fixed in their sockets, and are capable of rotating their heads and necks up to 270 degrees in order to facilitate better sight. Additionally, they retain their feathery bodies, talons, beaks and wings.
Strigiformes names typically make use of a "u" or "oo" phonetic, due to the particularities of their vocalization.

Minor

Strigiformes Arcana {Minor} retain their appearance of traditional Owls, such as their general body shape and skeletal structure, other than their legs and feet being adjusted to stand somewhat more upright. Unlike their Major counterparts, they also carry over their substantial visual and auditory capabilities.
They are significantly larger in statue however, and are fully capable of intelligent thought as well as complex speech patterns. The tips of their wings are adapted to operate simple mechanisms and tasks, such as using doors and writing.
Favouring quieter, secluded settlements, Minor variants of Strigiformes do not often venture outside of familiar territories, associating themselves closely with those inside and fulfilling jobs as either night-time hunters, or reserved, scholarly roles.

Major

Strigiformes Arcana {Major} are far detached from the appearances of their kin, taking a humanoid shape that stands and walks independently of their wings, which lack the capability of flight. However, like many other Arcana {Major} subspecies, they find it easier to integrate into societies as they wing tips host a multitude of short talons that can provide menial dexterity in areas a Minor would struggle in.
They typically reside in quiet settlements that do not make extensive use of modern technologies, seemingly finding it easier to connect with more primitive cultures. They additionally keep their traditional characteristics of being far more active at night times, and often volunteer as guards or scouts for their respective homesteads. Due to this role, they tend to be on the more sociable side of Arcana subspecies, and are innately curious about the individuals around them.

Strigiformes Arcana {Minor}