I thought I'd borrow Cephei's idea, since it's such a good one  and make my own thread for developmental ideas. ^^Anyways, Cascade, you asked about why the Erihpas/Hara has it down as two names, and why it is also written as two different sizes. For the names, I though that it could be a dialect thing (not sure if that could work  ), and the sizes are like that because I imagine that in the South, there would be more of a food selection. As for the Lonely Island one, it was mostly off the top of my head... I'll edit in the reactions it might have towards humans, but I'm starting to wonder if I should make it into a subspecies, or just make it 100-120 and write that only maybe 1-2 have the island...? What I think I was trying to say when I wrote "younger members of their species" are that there are actually many of these whales, it's just the ones that have been living for centuries are the ones that appear to have Islands on their backs... and that the younger members of the species rarely live to that age, but when they do, they tend to have a long lifespan.... I hope that made any sense ^^' Here are the original Profile things for both of these. I'm hoping to edit them soon, and yes, I'm willing to put it through World Development, though I think it might be a good idea to get some of the kinks out first. |
 Name: Erihpas (In the South), Hara (In the Middle) Frequency: Approx. 60-130 Threat level: Low Temperament: These creatures are generally quite complacent and tame, rarely attacking boats or people. The only times that have been recorded of any attacks has been either in defense, desperation out of starvation, or the rare occasion one becomes mad. Abilities: They are able to move at high speeds, with a great amount of agility. They also have the ability to survive on land for a short time. Most common in: Southern and Middle sea Physical characteristics: Their bodies are generally a mixed pattern of silver or white, and black and blues. Though this species is generally grows to about 3-4 feet, there have been accounts of Hara growing to about six feet in length, and Erihpas to about seven or eight feet. Long feather-like fins stretch out to, on average, two feet in length, displaying varied hues of blue. No two ever have the exact same coloring or pattern. Social Structure: The Erihpas, or Hara, do are not usually seen in groups, though they will gather at times when food is scarce. Miscellaneous: Their diet mainly consists of small fish and plants, though they are able to digest creatures much larger than they are. History: Not much is known about them, though there have been whispers of magic. |
 Name: The Lonely Island Frequency: 1-2 Threat level: Low Abilities: Is able to sustain life on it's body, and possess a large life span. Most common in: Middle Suvan Physical characteristics: It is a large, grey whale, the size of a small island. Social Structure: In fact, there are actually more of these whales then described, however, they appear as an average whale. The select few that are classified as "The Lonely Island" are the few that survive for centuries, carrying what seems to be an Island on their backs. These creatures will often travel on their own, however, they have been seen with small pods of younger members of their species. History: These creatures are rare, and often mistaken for "mysterious islands", or "islands that disappear". Not much is known about them, and because of their rarity, they will most likely remain a mystery for generations to come. |
Anyway, I'm really glad you're willing to put them through world development. I personally would be excited to RP with them in a thread.
