Faerie Dragon
Physiology
Faerie dragons are pests... Think pigeons, but with a bit of Lisa Frank mixed in. They cough low-key fire, fly at a tilt, have twitchy eyes.- See Ratbirds
Behavior
They are known for stealing hats, potions, even small children, to trade for food. They crap on everything and often start trash fires.Diseases
When faerie dragons scratch themselves, which they do often because of scale mites, it looks like glitter.Attack
Elemental breath weapons? How about Squirt gun, Air blast, Sputtering flame, Dubious Projectile (Earth), Disease (Void), and Divine Healing (Light Magic)?Defense
They are largely immune to magic (but not immune at all to physical damage). Attacking one of them repeatedly will cause other faerie dragons to swarm you a la Zelda. They may pick you up, which could be abused for travel. Magic resistance may be elemental, represented by secondary color? So that offense/defense are random selections?Loot
Drops Faerie Dragon Pelt and Faerie Dragon Mince.Regulations
The Food Court specifically warns against feeding them.Basic Information
Anatomy
Pigeon-like size and appearance, colorful scales, wings
Biological Traits
Varying color patterns, scales, size; lifespan around 5-10 years
Genetics and Reproduction
Reproduce through eggs, hatchlings with mite infestations
Growth Rate & Stages
Rapid growth, hatchling to adult within months
Ecology and Habitats
Urban areas, forests, feed on discarded food
Dietary Needs and Habits
Scavengers, feed on scraps and small creatures
Biological Cycle
Seasonal color changes, molting
Behaviour
Mischievous, thieving, tendency to hoard shiny objects
Additional Information
Social Structure
Solitary or small groups, temporary alliances for food
Domestication
Not domesticated; potential for limited training
Uses, Products & Exploitation
Faerie Dragon Pelt (rare), Faerie Dragon Mince (rare), cautionary tales
Facial characteristics
Expressive, twitchy eyes, mischievous grin
Average Intelligence
Basic problem-solving, cunning scavenging*
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Twitchy eyes, keen sense of smell, low-key fire coughing
Symbiotic and Parasitic organisms
Scale mites, minor symbiotic relationship
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Individual names, playful designations
Major Organizations
None; often associated with urban areas
Beauty Ideals
Vibrant scales, shimmering patterns
Gender Ideals
Minimal gender distinctions, roles based on scavenging abilities
Courtship Ideals
Shiny object exchanges, aerial displays
Relationship Ideals
Solitary with occasional interactions for mating or territorial disputes
Average Technological Level
Limited tool usage, understanding of urban environments
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Communicate through trills, chirps, and scales
Common Etiquette Rules
Respect for territories, caution around shiny objects
Common Dress Code
None; vibrant scales serve as adornment
Culture and Cultural Heritage
Oral stories, songs about urban life
Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals
Molt celebrations, shiny gatherings
Common Taboos
Stealing from fellow faerie dragons, harming hatchlings
History
Legends, folklore, urban pest reputation
Common Myths and Legends
Guardians of hidden treasures, bringers of urban luck
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Playful interactions with other species, wary of large predators
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Dracofauna pranksteri
Origin/Ancestry
Evolved from scaled creatures, possibly reptilian
Lifespan
5-10 years
Conservation Status
Not under protection; overpopulation concerns
Average Height
25-30 cm (at shoulder)
Average Weight
300-400 grams
Average Length
40-50 cm (including tail)
Average Physique
Agile, compact body
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Rainbow-colored scales, iridescent patterns
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