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Imperial encyclopedia article:
https://flightrising.com/main.php?p=wiki&article=29

Announcement thread: (July 03, 2014)
https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/1126159

Regarding Roundsey and Imperials:
If Roundsey will have retired items, does that mean Imperial breed change scrolls or Imperial dragons?

"No, Imperial breed scrolls and Imperial dragons will not be offered as prizes in the raffles. Our reason for this exclusion is straightforward: In order to ensure the smallest possible impact to the existing economy, we can’t bring this item back or add new First Generation Imperial dragons, as they have an inherent and immediate influence on the dragon population and breeding market."

Full Roundsey's Roulette Raffle FAQ, from August 22, 2018:
https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/2510405


Aequorin on the possibility of Breed Change: Imperial being available through other means from Ask the Team!, on March 13, 2017:

"This is a hard no. Kickstarter only.

However, players can breed Imperials of their own using those already in existence. It makes obtaining an Imperial of the perfect colors and patterns quite the challenge!"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2125195/22#post_26128648


Aequorin on if Imperials became extinct Weekly Q&A on May 09, 2016:

"Many of the gods would actually be relieved the source of emperor dragons is no longer an issue.

As staff: This will never happen, as we have some imperials in our own accounts and have no plans for an extinction event."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1327998/432#post_19846380


Part of the aftermath effects of Bounty of the Elements: Luminax is the first Emperor to exist in centuries, and wanders the Sunbeam Ruins on the World Map as of March 01, 2021. Clans that select Emperor's Wake as their location will have their description changed to "surviving in the Emperor's Wake":

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/2979760

The lore, "Raising A Family", is centered around them:
https://flightrising.com/main.php?p=wiki&article=101

When someone mentioned asking if Imperials could be sacrificed to Luminax, Lightweaver had posted in the World Map Revamp thread with:

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https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/2979760/33#post_46638458



On April 1, 2021, a user could choose from 3 different bags, each depicting 3 heads, from Galore's Glorious Gifts. These bags became openable on April 5, 2021:

1. Marva's Overflowing Swag Bag = Luminax Mascot
2. Marva's Overflowing Gift Bag = Luminax Plushie
3. Marva's Overflowing Goodie Bag = LuminaxCon Lanyard

Aequorin on user's enthusiasm for LuminaxCon, on April 5, 2021:

"Please be advised that per your agreement at the time of purchase, LuminaxCon is not responsible for any injury or worse caused by the undead rampaging emperor Luminax. All attendees who enter within range of Luminax's magic, feet, or teeth do so at their own risk and are solely responsible for whatever happens to them. In the event of injury or consumption, your ticket will not be refunded. Ticket sales are final. Thank you for attending LuminaxCon, we hope you enjoy your stay!"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2992141/36#post_47071455

There was also a theme week on April 05, 2021, dedicated to these items and "the ill-advised event":

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2993813

Akiri's Firage is incidentally in the second post of the thread:

"Firage enjoyed LuminaxCon. He had to wear his hood to stay incognito during his visit due to all his fans. He's back home now with his swag."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2993813#post_47076852

Aequorin explains the idea and intent behind the LuminaxCon items. Due to character limit, click the link to see the full post:

"One of our artists, further inspired by your enthusiasm for Luminax, created the items almost overnight and they were an instant hit internally. Many members of our team have been to conventions and your collective excitement for the undead imperial amalgam matched that same energy. This was our April Fool's Gift to you.

More than that, the LuminaxCon apparel set is our meta-joke and love letter to our community. Everyone was to and did receive one piece of the set, and the three pieces were added to the chests and Pinkerton. Doing so allows for all current, future, and returning players to acquire the full set through gameplay."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2994062/5#post_47087589

One of the exalted Gen 1 Imperials is named Shameweaver. He was first seen atop Light's new exalt pillar in the Filigree: A New Tertiary Gene announcement on March 23, 2018:

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/2402193

The URL for the image is:

"okay_whos_the_smartie_that_exalted_a_firstgen_imp.jpg"

https://flightrising.com/dropbox/howodd/okay_whos_the_smartie_that_exalted_a_firstgen_imp.jpg

Dragon link: https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/40327732

His name is a reference to Lightweaver's post in a Deity-only thread, Voices, which was posted on March 20, 2018, and is relevant to the Bounty of the Elements:

"I see the truth. Though it wounds my heart, the Imperials were a mistake that must be rectified."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2400064#post_32266135

This exalt pillar is also an early reference to Lanternlea Port:

https://www1.flightrising.com/world-map?poi=32


Undel's note on odds against breed rarities, and suggestion to get more Imperials available on-site as they were still scarce at the time, from a June 27, 2013 post:

"Just to clarify, this is the odd of clutch size, not species outcome. Rare breeds bred against starter breeds are still weighted for the starter breed. You will simply have a chance at larger clutch sizes.

If you want the highest chance of imperial dragons, we recommend breeding against an imperial or a wildclaw. :-)"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/176394/3#post_176483

Incidentally, Rose-Colored Shades is an item with a unique tooltip referencing how expensive Imperials originally were when there were so few of them during Beta and Flight Rising's early years. Treasure was also not as plentiful then. This item was released alongside the Wildclaw lore on September 29, 2014:

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/1202477

Words on the Wind, Volume 6 on July 23, 2014's Community Spotlight was of "some really fantastic fanart for these ruinous monstrosities", all of Emperor dragons:

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/1148617

Aequorin on the possibility of Emperors in the Coliseum, from Weekly Q&A on March 13, 2015:

"There aren't any current plans to introduce Emperor dragons as enemies in the Coliseum, but we're aware that it's a very popular idea."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1327998/17#post_9749171

Lore, Emperors:

Aequorin on the possibility of Emperors breeding, from Weekly Q&A on May 01, 2015:

"No. Emperor dragons are a monstrous disaster spawned from deceased Imperial dragons. They are not a breed capable of living among other dragons, frequently use multiple elements, are not technically alive, would not be tolerated by the deities, and are not able to reproduce. Saying they are not user-friendly is putting it lightly!"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1327998/28#post_10688090

Aequorin on Breed Change/Scrolls working on Emperors, Community Update, December 2020:

"Emperor dragons are no longer living dragons. Scrolls work on dragons who are alive and are also active on Sornieth. Dragons who are alive but have attained exaltment in service to their elemental deity are also not eligible."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/ann/2946934

Aequorin on if a Guardian's charge was an Imperial who became an Emperor:

"This is hypothetical, but it's pretty safe to say that in the event that an emperor were created it would have taken on such a different form and aura that the most Guardians would no longer recognize it as their charge.

Thankfully, there are many contingencies in place within dragon society to prevent this, and emperors are exceedingly rare!"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1327998/521#post_21225966

Aequorin on Emperors being well-known to Beastclans, from Weekly Q&A on March 06, 2015:

"Emperors are a fright to Beastclans and dragonkind alike. Though it is more likely to encounter an Emperor in a battle between dragons, the Beastclans know to avoid gatherings of war-ready Imperials.

However, it should be noted that the creation of an Emperor is a relatively rare event. Most Beastclans know of them only through cautionary tales and not through first-hand experience."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1327998/15#post_9620973

Lore, on sizes:

Undel on the topic of length, from a October 11, 2014 post:

"Length is considered nose to tail. Dragons with long tails, bodies, and necks may appear larger than they really are with some of the size comparison tools folks are using. As an example, Imperials are the longest dragons, but not realily the "largest". Their body type is serpentine. Guardians are actually the most massive weight wise, and Ridgebacks have the greatest height. :)"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1210557/2#post_6625103

Aequorin on Imperials flying despite their wingspan, from Ask the Team!
on January 08, 2018:

"Imperials fly just fine. Bogsneaks can technically become airborne, though not for very long, and they are not very graceful. They prefer to conduct themselves on land."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2125195/155#post_31202572

Aequorin on apparel sizes from Ask the Team!, March 28, 2017:

"The size difference is for convenience and visibility to the player. A housecat that accompanies a fae will be nearly the same size, while one that accompanies an imperial would be a very small friend indeed!"

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2125195/34#post_26402265

Aequorin on dragons with Birdskull apparel, from Ask the Team!, October 23, 2017:

"A variety of different species of bird can be used in the crafting of apparel. Larger species like great owls and rocs may adorn Guardians, Ridgebacks, and Imperials, while smaller species adorn smaller dragons."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2125195/126#post_30054436


Lore, Misc:

Aequorin on Imperial antlers being used in combat, from Ask the Team!
on January 08, 2018:

"They are not particularly suitable for combat as the tines are easily broken (they regrow), though when a fight breaks out, dragons will use anything available at their disposal. Imperial horns just aren't the best option."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2125195/155#post_31202572

Aequorin on how Imperials sit, from Ask the Team! on March 13, 2017:

"Imperials will typically rest with all 4 limbs on the ground. Maintaining an upright sitting position without the support of their front limbs is difficult."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/2125195/22#post_26128648

Aequorin on Faes interacting with Imperials, from Player Questions/Concerns for the Admin on December 05, 2014:

"Fae can fly toward an Imperial's ear to converse there. However, you would actually be surprised at how loud a Fae can yell if they really wanted to..."

https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/frd/1199916/95#post_7649706