Flutterwing Dragon

"Yes it's cute, but it's also smarter than you deary. How about a cat instead?" - Mother discussing with a child in Falvona

Small and often confused as dragonflies or other smaller beasts at first glance, these are the smallest and most whimsical of the dragons of the Te'za. The most connected with the spirits and the most instilled with the knowledge of life, and even the future.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Small and stocky with fluttering sets of wings that resemble butterflies

Biological Traits

Small and quick, these creatures are sharp and hard to catch, but they can grow larger and live longer lives

Genetics and Reproduction

Sexual reproduction, usually taking a year or so to foster a new birth

Growth Rate & Stages

Slow and steady despite their normal size

Ecology and Habitats

Usually in flowering places or forests around natural Kla'tani settlements

Dietary Needs and Habits

Omnivores, though enjoy eating bugs

Biological Cycle

Often hibernate over the winter in nooks in trees and small crevices in hills

Additional Information

Social Structure

Almost too friendly and talkative at times

Facial characteristics

Normal horns with a few feathering marks between their ears in a small bird-like crown of sorts

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Usually within forested areas the world over, but not common

Average Intelligence

Highly intelligent and wise creatures

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Extraordinary senses, while having the ability to shift in and out of the spirit world over time

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Often name themselves almost as diversly as any humanoid race would. Shevala, Cimbal, Yonti

Beauty Ideals

Neat and clean and enjoying showing of feathers in a prominent display

Gender Ideals

Virtually no difference

Courtship Ideals

Males often present feathers in a bird-like fashion for females to peruse

Relationship Ideals

Mating for life is common, but not the norm. They lead almost as complex lives as some mortals

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Draconic, Common, Kla'tani

Common Etiquette Rules

Kind and helpful

History

These creatures are a long offshoot of the great and powerful draconic species. The smallest, but most connected with the spirit world that originally crafted them. They have for many years given guidance in their local areas

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Dragon

Scientific Name

Fae'vani

Origin/Ancestry

Draconic

Lifespan

300+ cycles

Average Height

5-10 feet

Average Weight

Lightweight

Average Length

5-20 feet

Average Physique

Small and light

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Usually floral colors of nearby flowers