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[size=2][font=tahoma][color=348d8a][b]Desert Sweepers[/b] are a curious sort. Though they certainly belong into the Shifting Expanse, they are
most often seen wandering around the barren wasteland and the yawning canyon rather than spending
their time near the Lightning Farms. Though [b]meticulous workers[/b], Desert Sweepers appear to focus
their skills towards more [b]combat based[/b] usage instead of locking themselves up into a scientific lab.
They make extremely skilled survivalists that know their ways around the desert and somehow
seem to possess a [b]sixth sense for avoiding potentially lethal lightning strikes[/b]. It makes
them extremely valuable as scouts, warriors and hunters that do the dirty work for
the larger corporations. No worries, though - they enjoy their hard job.[/color][/size][/font]
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[size=2][font=tahoma][color=348d8a]Desert Sweepers first appeared on the border between the Sea of a Thousand Currents and the
Shifting Expanse. Rumor has it that they retained their rich blue coloration from crossings with
species that lived beneath the surface and then retained it as an adaptation to camouflage with
lightning strikes and thunderclouds. The crimson tint on their wings and bellies began to develop
over time, which indicates a healthy and mature dragon nowadays. Eventually, they migrated
towards the Highland Scrubs and Carrion Canyon, where they can be found even to this day.
Rarely are they seen closer to the Tempest Spire, though no one quite knows why they do this
Their skills as desert scavengers make each and every one of them excellent survivalists and also
hunters. They're the ones that know all the tricks to make it in this harsh enviroment - whether
that's hunting specific animals or utilizing the fauna, such as cacti juice, or making a camp to spend
the cold nights. Many of them appear to have an internal map of their enviroment that will always
lead them back home if they get lost, and even if they don't have this born skill, they're skilled
at reading the stars and using them to navigate their way back to their clanmembers.
Though they prefer to live solitary lives, they make extremely loyal employees and companions to
those that manage to gain good standing with them. The effort to gain their trust is well worth it:
there aren't many dragons that are naturally born into roles that ought to be filled in a world that
spirals around scientific research and advancing technology. They're those that would stand at
the frontline if the Stormcatcher calls to war or risk their life for a fellow clanmate.[/color][/size][/font]
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[size=2][font=tahoma][color=348d8a]Desert Sweepers will most of the time be seen wearing colored apparel that helps them in the
harsh enviroment of the desert. Hoods are extremely common to shield them from the scorching
sun and they often wear armor to protect themselves. In some cases, they may adorn their bodies
with bones they have collected from carcasses they found in the desert or prey they have killed.
Under rare circumstances, these bones may even be from other dragons. Of course, not all Desert
Sweepers are this combat oriented - those who have chosen another lifestyle may also wear silks.[/color][/size][/font]
[item=Scarlet Wooly Coat] [item=Scarlet Wooly Tail] [item=Red Mantle] [item=Crimson Aviator Coat] [item=Crimson Aviator Satchel]
[item=Crimson Aviator Scarf] [item=Crimson Rogue Hood] [item=Crimson Rogue Tail Binding] [item=boneyard tatters] [item=skeletal chimes]
[item=Crimson Feathered Wings] [item=Crimson Tail Feathers] [item=Red Warrior Face Mask] [item=Little Red Riding Hood] [item=Bloodscale Helmet]
[item=Bloodscale Wing Guard] [item=Bloodscale Greaves] [item=Bloodscale Bracers] [item=Bloodscale Tail Guard] [item=Glowing Red Clawtips]
[item=Battlescale Helmet] [item=Battlescale Wing Guard] [item=Battlescale Greaves] [item=Battlescale Bracers] [item=Battlescale Tail Guard]
[item=Twice-Dyed Mantle] [item=Twice-Dyed Cowl] [item=Sorcerer's Herb Pouch] [item=Cobalt Filigree Helmet] [item=Cobalt Filigree Wing Guards]
[item=Cobalt Filigree Banner] [item=Cobalt Filigree Breastplate] [item=Cobalt Filigree Gauntlets] [item=Cobalt Filigree Boots] [item=Cobalt Filigree Tail Guard]
[item=Aqua Birdskull Wingpiece] [item=Aqua Birdskull Armband] [item=Aqua Birdskull Legband] [item=Wavespun Tail Feathers] [item=Glowing Blue Clawtips]
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[size=2][font=tahoma][color=348d8a]Deserts are a treacherous place to wander alone. As such, Desert Sweepers are most of the
time accompanied by various beasts - it is, in fact, considerably rare to find one that isn't
bonded to another species. They prefer creatures that can hold their own in an unforgiving
enviroment such as the Shifting Expanse. They're predators, fighters, rogues and lethal.[/color][/size][/font]
[item=Blueband Duelist] [item=Bluemoon Aviar] [item=Cardinal Hippogriff] [item=Carmine Serthis] [item=Centaur Berserker]
[item=Chromefeather Lookout] [item=Coral Basilisk] [item=Darktouched Chimera] [item=Goliath Mountain Beetle] [item=Hydra Scorpion]
[item=Maren Warlock] [item=Masked Harpy] [item=Molten Wartoad] [item=Moonbeam Crayfish] [item=Proto Manticore]
[item=Raptorik Warrior] [item=Scrapmetal Tracker] [item=Sentinel Mith] [item=Serthis Alchemist] [item=Voltspire Intruder]
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[item=Yellowtail Caterpillar] [item=Peacock Scorpion Tail] [item=Black Iron Spider] [item=Red and Black Froghopper] [item=Coral Grouse]
[item=Blue Racer] [item=Heartred Croaker Leg] [item=River Warden] [item=Coral Snake] [item=River Wiggler]
[item= Sentinel Fish] [item=Blacksaddle Wrasse] [item=Red Delicious Apple] [item=Blue Honeycomb] [item=Redblood Sapper]
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[item=Raptor Effigy] [item=Venomblade Hilt] [item=Owlcat Journal] [item=Berserker's Belt] [item=Kamaitachi Blades]
Desert Sweepers are a curious sort. Though they certainly belong into the Shifting Expanse, they are
most often seen wandering around the barren wasteland and the yawning canyon rather than spending
their time near the Lightning Farms. Though meticulous workers, Desert Sweepers appear to focus
their skills towards more combat based usage instead of locking themselves up into a scientific lab.
They make extremely skilled survivalists that know their ways around the desert and somehow
seem to possess a sixth sense for avoiding potentially lethal lightning strikes. It makes
them extremely valuable as scouts, warriors and hunters that do the dirty work for
the larger corporations. No worries, though - they enjoy their hard job.
Desert Sweepers first appeared on the border between the Sea of a Thousand Currents and the
Shifting Expanse. Rumor has it that they retained their rich blue coloration from crossings with
species that lived beneath the surface and then retained it as an adaptation to camouflage with
lightning strikes and thunderclouds. The crimson tint on their wings and bellies began to develop
over time, which indicates a healthy and mature dragon nowadays. Eventually, they migrated
towards the Highland Scrubs and Carrion Canyon, where they can be found even to this day.
Rarely are they seen closer to the Tempest Spire, though no one quite knows why they do this
Their skills as desert scavengers make each and every one of them excellent survivalists and also
hunters. They're the ones that know all the tricks to make it in this harsh enviroment - whether
that's hunting specific animals or utilizing the fauna, such as cacti juice, or making a camp to spend
the cold nights. Many of them appear to have an internal map of their enviroment that will always
lead them back home if they get lost, and even if they don't have this born skill, they're skilled
at reading the stars and using them to navigate their way back to their clanmembers.
Though they prefer to live solitary lives, they make extremely loyal employees and companions to
those that manage to gain good standing with them. The effort to gain their trust is well worth it:
there aren't many dragons that are naturally born into roles that ought to be filled in a world that
spirals around scientific research and advancing technology. They're those that would stand at
the frontline if the Stormcatcher calls to war or risk their life for a fellow clanmate.
Desert Sweepers will most of the time be seen wearing colored apparel that helps them in the
harsh enviroment of the desert. Hoods are extremely common to shield them from the scorching
sun and they often wear armor to protect themselves. In some cases, they may adorn their bodies
with bones they have collected from carcasses they found in the desert or prey they have killed.
Under rare circumstances, these bones may even be from other dragons. Of course, not all Desert
Sweepers are this combat oriented - those who have chosen another lifestyle may also wear silks.
Scarlet Wooly Coat
Apparel
No tundras were harmed in the making of this wooly coat.
675
Scarlet Wooly Tail
Apparel
An upgrade to pretty much any tail.
675
Red Mantle
Apparel
A crimson wrap.
250
Crimson Aviator Coat
Apparel
Designed to keep a dragon warm during flight.
1500
Crimson Aviator Satchel
Apparel
Safely store supplies during long journeys.
750
Crimson Aviator Scarf
Apparel
What differentiates this from a standard red scarf is a subtlety lost on most.
600
Crimson Rogue Hood
Apparel
A hood to conceal the identity of the nighttime wanderer.
1100
Crimson Rogue Tail Binding
Apparel
A close-fitting tail binding for the nighttime wanderer.
1100
Boneyard Tatters
Apparel
The tattered, degraded remains of a pilgrim who has bested the Abiding Boneyard. There's something not quite right about this dragon's face... (Riot of Rot 2013 Holiday Item)
0
Skeletal Chimes
Apparel
A plagueland breeze is best accompanied by a cheerful rattle of skeletal chimes. (Riot of Rot Holiday Item 2015.)
0
Crimson Feathered Wings
Apparel
A full set of wings fashioned from wax and feathers.
1650
Crimson Tail Feathers
Apparel
A forked tail, fashioned from wax and feather.
1550
Red Warrior Face Mask
Apparel
Red decorative face makeup worn traditionally by storytellers and performers. (KS-sponsored by Jazz.)
1550
Little Red Riding Hood
Apparel
Who's afraid of the big bad wolf?
1000
Bloodscale Helmet
Apparel
Forged in blood, this helmet is pieced-together from the trophies of vanquished foes.
4000
Bloodscale Wing Guard
Apparel
Forged in blood, this wing guard is pieced together from the trophies of vanquished foes.
5000
Bloodscale Greaves
Apparel
Forged in blood, these greaves are pieced together from the trophies of vanquished foes.
4000
Bloodscale Bracers
Apparel
Forged in blood, these bracers are pieced together from the trophies of vanquished foes.
4000
Bloodscale Tail Guard
Apparel
Forged in blood, this tail guard is pieced together from the trophies of vanquished foes.
3800
Glowing Red Clawtips
Apparel
Softly glowing nails are the mark of an alchemist who has dipped their claws into their cauldron one too many times...
250
Battlescale Helmet
Apparel
Forged in battle, this helmet is adorned with the pieced-together trophies of vanquished foes.
1300
Battlescale Wing Guard
Apparel
Forged in battle, these wing guards are adorned with the pieced-together trophies of vanquished foes.
1500
Battlescale Greaves
Apparel
Forged in battle, these greaves are adorned with the pieced-together trophies of vanquished foes.
1200
Battlescale Bracers
Apparel
Forged in battle, these bracers are adorned with the pieced-together trophies of vanquished foes.
1200
Battlescale Tail Guard
Apparel
Forged in battle, this tail guard is adorned with the pieced-together trophies of vanquished foes.
1100
Twice-Dyed Mantle
Apparel
A colorful two-tone mantle. The vibrant blending requires patience and just a little bit of luck.
250
Twice-Dyed Cowl
Apparel
A colorful two-tone hood. The vibrant blending requires patience and just a little bit of luck.
0
Sorcerer's Herb Pouch
Apparel
Every great sorcerer needs components to aid their spellwork. A pouch of herbs, seeds, and flowers make for effective reagents.
1850
Cobalt Filigree Helmet
Apparel
This cobalt plate is etched with a decorative filigree. The armor symbolizes a commitment to mirth.
2100
Cobalt Filigree Banner
Apparel
This cobalt plate is etched with a decorative filigree. The banner proclaims this dragon's commitment to mirth.
2100
Cobalt Filigree Breastplate
Apparel
This cobalt plate is etched with a decorative filigree. The armor symbolizes a commitment to mirth.
2100
Cobalt Filigree Gauntlets
Apparel
This cobalt plate is etched with a decorative filigree. The armor symbolizes a commitment to mirth.
2100
Cobalt Filigree Boots
Apparel
This cobalt plate is etched with a decorative filigree. The armor symbolizes a commitment to mirth.
2100
Cobalt Filigree Tail Guard
Apparel
This cobalt plate is etched with a decorative filigree. The armor symbolizes a commitment to mirth.
2100
Aqua Birdskull Wingpiece
Apparel
A long spindle of twine, beaded with aqua baubles and trinkets. There are feathers strung along each thread.
0
Aqua Birdskull Armband
Apparel
A feathered armband adorned with small skulls and aqua beads. It is held together with braided twine and sinew.
0
Aqua Birdskull Legband
Apparel
An ornamental legband decorated with aqua feathers and bones. It is held together with braided twine and sinew.
0
Wavespun Tail Feathers
Apparel
A forked tail, fashioned from wax and feather.
1700
Glowing Blue Clawtips
Apparel
Softly glowing nails are the mark of an alchemist who has dipped their claws into their cauldron one too many times...
250
Deserts are a treacherous place to wander alone. As such, Desert Sweepers are most of the
time accompanied by various beasts - it is, in fact, considerably rare to find one that isn't
bonded to another species. They prefer creatures that can hold their own in an unforgiving
enviroment such as the Shifting Expanse. They're predators, fighters, rogues and lethal.
Blueband Duelist
Familiar
Though Serthis are dangerous enough with their unmatched cunning and lightning fast reflexes, they're even more deadly with the right weaponry.
2100
Bluemoon Aviar
Familiar
Aviar possess complex vocal chords, enabling them to perfectly mimic the calls of local predators and prey. (KS-sponsored by ZeSethis.)
2700
Cardinal Hippogriff
Familiar
The brilliant plumage of male cardinal hippogriffs is scrutinized by potential mates.
2700
Carmine Serthis
Familiar
The carmine serthis' scales present a particularly rich shade of red after it has freshly molted.
2000
Centaur Berserker
Familiar
With a beard like that, you know he means business.
2000
Chromefeather Lookout
Familiar
Step 1: Draft blueprint of robotic guard. Step 2: Revise until prototype is obnoxious and hilarious. Step 3: ??? Step 4: Profit.
2920
Coral Basilisk
Familiar
While unable to turn a dragon to stone, a coral basilisk's steely gaze can hold foolish dragons captive.
1650
Darktouched Chimera
Familiar
It's not wise to catch a chimera by the tail.
9000
Goliath Mountain Beetle
Familiar
Its long lifespan and natural armor allow this insect to reach enormous sizes. The largest recorded Goliath had a 7m wingspan!
2400
Hydra Scorpion
Familiar
It is said that if you cut off the tail of a hydra scorpion, two more will grow in its place.
7500
Maren Warlock
Familiar
Beware crossing a warlock...
2650
Masked Harpy
Familiar
Harpies build their nests in many of the same locations where dragons make their lairs.
2700
Molten Wartoad
Familiar
To maintain its magma armor, molten wartoads will ingest and melt rocks.
8000
Moonbeam Crayfish
Familiar
Have you ever danced with a crayfish in the moonlight? If not, opportunity is knocking.
2650
Proto Manticore
Familiar
This species is believed to be a direct descendent of the first species of manticore.
2550
Raptorik Warrior
Familiar
A molting raptorik becomes twice as dangerous.
2250
Scrapmetal Tracker
Familiar
Scrapmetal Trackers are able to sense tiny bits of metal buried in the earth. They dig up these remnants and bring them to their masters.
2900
Sentinel Mith
Familiar
Mecha mail makes a mild-mannered mith mighty!
2920
Serthis Alchemist
Familiar
Its deadly natural venom is not the only toxin one must contend with when battling a Serthis.
1950
Voltspire Intruder
Familiar
There's something 'not right' about this bear...
0
Yellowtail Caterpillar
Insect
Piles of these are commonly eaten with pepper sauce, cucumber, rice, and wrapped in seaweed.
65
7
Peacock Scorpion Tail
Insect
Once cleansed of poison and hollowed, the segments of a Peacock Scorpion's tail make for excellent storage of herbs, pastes, and oils.
25
3
Black Iron Spider
Insect
The only thing more terrifying than a spider is a squish-proof armored spider.
42
4
Red and Black Froghopper
Insect
The Red and Black Froghopper is a lot less dangerous than it appears... if one considers a something so tiny to look dangerous.
55
6
Coral Grouse
Meat
A favorite ingredient in the recipes of carnivorous dragons.
20
2
Blue Racer
Meat
These striking reptiles can often be seen weaving their vibrant bodies around subterranean vines and roots, making the cave walls appear like intricate, moving works of art.
26
3
Heartred Croaker Leg
Meat
Carnivorous dragons use these legs as a colorful garnish during festivals.
42
4
River Warden
Meat
The cruelest of all frog species, the River Warden suffocates flies in its mouth before eating them.
75
5
Coral Snake
Meat
The bright coloring of the Coral Snake warns of its potent venom. Devour them carefully.
25
3
River Wiggler
Seafood
These small freshwater eels were introduced to many rivers near dragon lairs to help keep the leech population in check.
21
2
Sentinel Fish
Seafood
Now that you've taken out the guards, the remaining fish will be helpless.
43
5
Blacksaddle Wrasse
Seafood
Serve with a white wine.
41
4
Red Delicious Apple
Plant
An apple a day keeps energy penalties away.
50
5
Blue Honeycomb
Plant
Coral Carpenter honey solidifies extremely quickly when exposed to warm air. Many crafty dragons will pour the honey into molds as a way of quickly and easily making hard candies.
18
2
Redblood Sapper
Plant
A virulent bloom, prized for the deep red dye it can produce; abhorred for its tendency to strangle other plants and take over a field.
42
4
Raptor Effigy
Trinkets
A dilapidated effigy fashioned to resemble the Tatterwing Vulture. It is of Corven design.
47
Venomblade Hilt
Trinkets
The hilt of a Venomblade Assassin's sword can be twisted to reveal an additional hidden dagger, drenched in poison.
29
Owlcat Journal
Trinkets
Embossed with a colorful owlcat, this journal is filled with the hopes, dreams, and cookie recipes of a young dragon.
24
Berserker's Belt
Dragonmade
Wearing the stolen sash of a fallen Swiftfoot Berserker will brand you as a target for others in the same herd. A bold choice, or a foolish one?
29
Kamaitachi Blades
Organics
Hard, heavy, and incredibly sharp.
50
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FR +9 | HE / HIM | TRANSMASC | WISHLISTMake your crown of teeth and blood and bone
and watch as the ones you hate run back home.
......
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[size=2][font=tahoma][color=348d8a]When Desert Sweepers are born, they are almost always entirely aqua colored and develop their colors and markings over time. Some remnants of their youth remain throughout their years near their limbs, head, tail and wingbones. The unique markings that adorn wings and body mark both their sexual maturity and make it harder to spot them amidst the thunderclouds and lightning strikes. Particulary their uncommon red coloration comes with experience, skill and temperament. A more level-headed desert sweeper may display more purple and blue tones, whilst a more aggressive specimen will show notably vibrant reds that are an ode to their battle readiness.[/color][/size][/font]
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[item=Primary Gene: Poison] [item=secondary gene: toxin] [item=secondary gene: facet]
[item=secondary gene: butterfly] [item=tertiary gene: glimmer] [item=tertiary gene: underbelly]
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When Desert Sweepers are born, they are almost always entirely aqua colored and develop their colors and markings over time. Some remnants of their youth remain throughout their years near their limbs, head, tail and wingbones. The unique markings that adorn wings and body mark both their sexual maturity and make it harder to spot them amidst the thunderclouds and lightning strikes. Particulary their uncommon red coloration comes with experience, skill and temperament. A more level-headed desert sweeper may display more purple and blue tones, whilst a more aggressive specimen will show notably vibrant reds that are an ode to their battle readiness.
Primary Gene: Poison
Specialty Items
A scroll that will change the primary gene of one dragon to Poison. This item can only be used once and will disappear after it has been applied.
0
Secondary Gene: Toxin
Specialty Items
A scroll that will change the secondary gene of one dragon to Toxin. This item can only be used once and will disappear after it has been applied.
0
Secondary Gene: Facet
Specialty Items
A scroll that will change the secondary gene of one dragon to Facet. This item can only be used once and will disappear after it has been applied.
0
Secondary Gene: Butterfly
Specialty Items
A scroll that will change the secondary gene of one dragon to Butterfly. This item can only be used once and will disappear after it has been applied.
0
Tertiary Gene: Glimmer
Specialty Items
A scroll that will change the tertiary gene of one dragon to Glimmer. This item can only be used once and will disappear after it has been applied.
0
Tertiary Gene: Underbelly
Specialty Items
A scroll that will change the tertiary gene of one dragon to Underbelly. This item can only be used once and will disappear after it has been applied.
15000
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FR +9 | HE / HIM | TRANSMASC | WISHLISTMake your crown of teeth and blood and bone
and watch as the ones you hate run back home.
Can I be the first person on your pinglist?! I love the different varieties and how you added new lore for each of them. Very excited to see where this subspecies goes!
Can I be the first person on your pinglist?! I love the different varieties and how you added new lore for each of them. Very excited to see where this subspecies goes!
@CdrPhoenix - Of course! Adding you to the pinglist c:
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