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Post by Azazel on Mar 1, 2009 18:10:11 GMT -6
Pernese dragons look much like the traditional depiction of a western style dragon: Four legs, two wings, tail, long neck, wedge shaped head, and forked tails.
They have two headknobs, similar to that of a giraffe's in shape, that apparently assist in telepathy. If you aren't entirely sure what they look like, then wikipedia is highly a good idea.
Pernese dragons do not have spaded tails (except in some art). They do not have fins, or even scales. In fact, they have smooth skin which regularly must be bathed and oiled to keep it from cracking. Dragons have the ability to Fly after a year of age or so, though during weyrlinghood they are exceptionally prone to cracked skin.
Once old enough, Pernese dragons are able to teleport from one location to another through a cold and dark place called between. Popping in and out of between can cause abortions, so pregnant women are highly encouraged not to go to battle in this way.
The smaller the dragon, the faster it can fly but the faster it can become tired.
In order to breathe fire, the dragons must chew something called "firestone", rocks which are somewhat similar to coal.
Pernese dragons do not fight against one another, nor are they hunted by the people. Dragonriders are considered heros and the "army" of Pern. The dragons are intelligent and have telepathic communications with one another and their riders. They rarely speak to any human other than their riders though this is not always the case; it truly depends on the dragon's personality.
Dragon Ranks
Gold: Highest ranking female. The Queen. Impresses only female riders and cannot chew firestone. Riders carry flamethrowers during threadfall.
Bronze: Highest ranking male. Impresses only male riders and is typically a leader. Usually the dragon color to catch the queen.
Brown: Second highest ranking male. Usually impresses males. Some are big enough to fly queens.
Blue: Lowest ranking male. Impresses mostly male riders, though female aren't unheard of. Usually the dragon sent of searches.
Green: Lowest ranking female. Impresses male and female riders. The most common color.
*There are mutations, which may or may not be ranked separately from these.
Dragon Sizes
Green: 20-25 feet
Blue: 25-30
Brown: 30-35
Bronze: 35-38
Gold: 38-42 (though Ramoth was 45 feet long)
The white dragon, Ruth, was not born during our time period, but he was about 18 feet long.
Disclaimer: Do not argue about meters or feet here. It's feet and you'll deal with it accordingly.
Dragon Eye Colors
Dragon eyes depict emotions.
Blue & Green = Contentment, Cheer, Happiness
Yellow = Fear, alarm
Redish yellow = Battle
Red & Orange = Anger, irritation
Red = Hunger
Purpled red (Often just said "purple") = Mating Lust
White = Danger, dread
Grey = Pain
Dragon Sounds:
Bellow: Alarm, irritation or attention call.
Bugle: Joy, triumph, happiness, Challenge (Rising/chasing) or greeting.
Croon: Pleasure, reassurance or apology.
Growl: Warning, anger.
Humming: Sounded at a Hatching.
Keen: Mournful sound signifying death.
Moan: Sound of distress or anxiety.
Roar: Anger, confusion or pain.
Rumble: Amusement, happiness. Draconic equivalent of laughter.
Trill: Curiosity, pleasure, enjoyment or satisfaction.
Wail: Sadness or worry.
Warble: Self satisfaction or gratitude.
Impressibility
Dragons are matched to you by your personality, generally, although there are exceptions, and often a dragon will have some quality the rider doesn't, like patience or the capacity to be observant.
Personalities
Greens = passionate, temperamental, enthusiastic, flirtatious
Blues = firm, calm, balanced
Browns = heroic (meaning, eager to save the day), patient, kind
Bronzes = strong, calm, leaders
Golds = impatient, bold, impetuous, leader, sometimes a bit self-centered.
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