Category: Diurnal
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Ice Sprites
Ice sprites, named for their habitat, are small, winged humanoids found only in cold weather systems. When the storms and cold disperse, the sprites melt away. Category: Weather History While they are commonly found within winter storms, they are rarely directly perceived and thus have no true lore attached to them. Jack Frost is occasionally…
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Sirens
Native to the Mediterranean, the siren is an oceanic creature that lures sailors to their deaths against the cliffs. Category: Aquatic History The most well-known legend of the siren is the tale of Odysseus. In this tale, the crew has to fill their ears with wax to ensure they cannot hear the sirens’ call, while…
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Gold Dragons (Dwarf)
As with their larger relatives, dwarf gold dragons hoard gold, gemstones and other treasures. Their hoards are rarely found due to their small size. Category: Dragon History Dwarf gold dragons are commonly mistaken as younger members of the non-dwarf species, and are thus rarely remarked upon themselves. Their hoards, which are often small and apparently…
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Fauns
A cousin to the satyr, the faun is a humanoid forest creature with hooved legs resembling those of a deer. They are highly attuned to nature and are rarely seen due to their secluded homes. Category: Forest History Fauns are most associated with nature, and are generally benign figures in any legends. Any more aggressive…
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Changelings
Changelings, by technicality, are not their own species, but an amalgamation of different species of fae living as humans. While rarely directly dangerous, they are known for kidnapping their human relatives. Category: Fae History There are a number of reasons a faerie family may steal a human child, leaving the changeling in its’ place. Traditionally,…
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Phoenix
The phoenix is an immortal creature of flame and ashes, in a never-ending cycle of rebirth. It is said their song is so mournful that listeners will burst into tears upon hearing it. Category: Sky/Immortal History Hailing originally from the Mediterranean, the phoenix is associated with the sun and the cycle of life and death,…
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Unicorn
A graceful and majestic creature, the unicorn is a reclusive species living in the most remote and wild forests of the world. Category: Forests/Diurnal History Unicorns are believed to be symbols of purity, both of body and spirit. A common myth suggests they can only be caught or tamed by a virgin, though translations of…
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Gryphons
The traditional gryphon (or griffin) is a symbol of strength and unity, and a fearsome creature. Though many varieties exist, the most traditional is of an eagle’s head and wings on the body of a lion. Category: Mountainous/Aerial History The traditional gryphon is the mix of a lion and eagle, who are both considered kings…
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Naga
The Naga is a half-human, half serpent creature native to Southeast Asia. Associated strongly with water and underground caverns, Nagas are believed to be guardians of treasure. Category: Humanoid History Naga’s are deemed semi-divine by many Asian cultures, and are seen giving guidance and advice to both gods and the Buddha in different mythologies. They…
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Fruit Dragons
Fruit dragons, one of the smaller dragon species, are peaceful wyverns who live in orchards and forests. Due to their shy nature, sightings are extremely rare. Category: Dragon/Forest History While their larger cousins are known for their fierce nature, treasure hoarding or immense wisdom, fruit dragons are a little-known species that rarely feature in any…
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