Unusual eyes: Dragons with unusual eyes have depths in magical ability - and sometimes in personality - that can be hard to fathom. Their powers run deep, their bodies serving as a reservoir that can be drawn upon even when resources run thin. Unfortunately their endurance can also make them reckless and unusual-eyed dragons might overextend themselves if they are not familiar with their own limits. In regards to the trials, if these dragons are touched by Mother's Blessing they find that they can overcome the plague through sheer force of will. They beat back the sickness limb from limb, organ by organ, until it lies dormant within them, ready to be called upon. While it is rare for an unusual-eyed dragon to fail the second trial, they have no guarantees in passing the third.

Tools, represented by Bloodshard Chains, Grasps, Animal Apparel, Ice Picks, and Wing Fans: A symbol of self-actualization, determination, progress, action, manipulation, creativity, and resourcefulness. Necromancers bearing tools are forward-thinking and ambitious. They are seldom content with what is, instead urging their clan and leaders toward what could be. Where many Necromancers are bogged down by tradition and dogma, these individuals readily embrace Mother's doctrine of evolution, urging all around them to become more.

Lamps, represented by Riot Hazebeacon, Sage Lanterns, Flame Candles, Delver's Lamps, Cindersphere Baubles, and Steampunk Tail Baubles: A symbol of learning, openness, bravery, exploration, humility, evenhandedness, and wisdom. Necromancers bearing lamps often forgo the traditional role of noble advisor and are more often solitary. Instead of worldly power they seek personal enlightenment, and to guide others along that path. Unlike their sigil-bearing counterparts who seek to spread Plague gospel through domination, these Necromancers are content with a more peaceful missionary role, or that of a solitary sage who leaves others to come to them. In a group that defines itself through its command and nobility, the humble, lamp-bearing Necromancer is a rare creature indeed.

=Note that since Mismar is willingly not part of the Council, she has no official specialties, nor would she want her abilities boxed into a set category. These are listed only for reference as to what she technically would be/is currently specializing in, in order from most specialized to least specialized.=

Specialties: All Necromancers can manipulate disease, however Councilors further develop this power into diverse specialties to increase their standing and set themselves apart. There are eighteen specialties that Councilors can choose from, and each Councilor can develop up to 3 different specialties.
A Councilor's first specialty is their primary specialty. This is a specialty they are naturally gifted in, or are inherently drawn towards. The second specialty can be chosen to compliment the first, to expand the Councilor's abilities, or to gain access to some privilege or society that the Councilor wishes to be a member of. Not all Councilors choose a second specialty, and many never attempt to specialize in a third due to the investment of time and effort that is required. Those that do take a third specialty often do so as a show of power and ability, though some simply have diverse interests that they wish to develop.

Sages, "Found Within": Where Priests devote themselves to administering to the faith of others, Sages seek self-enlightenment. They are driven by the need to find their own truth - built through personal introspection and experiences - to forge an understanding of Plaguebringer’s teachings. Sages are the least likely to be involved with the Council, or to look to the Council for guidance, believing that this can only come from Plaguebringer Herself. Councilors often find themselves either condemning Sages as heretics, or asking them to serve as Instructors to pass on the unique insights and abilities they have developed through private meditation and practice. While Sages aren’t interested in finding an audience, most will gladly share their knowledge with those who seek them out. Many reject the idea of specialties (even the specialty of Sage), but common sub-specialties include variations on Oracle, Shaman, and Mutagist abilities.
Healer, "Survival Above All": The powers of the Necromancer mirror Mother’s dominion of Life that comes from Death, and some choose to nurture the healing attributes that set the Necromancer apart from the lesser types. Healers use their Plague magic to strengthen the body and grant the ability to survive when survival would otherwise be impossible. The Healer Necromancer is set apart from the more traditional healer by their motivations, which are typically far murkier and more complicated than simply wishing to return a dragon back to health. Injured or ill dragons usually choose a Necromantic Healer only if they are disciples of Plaguebringer, or if all other options have been exhausted.
Priest, "We Show The Way": The role of Priest is by far the most common specialty among Necromancers, and what most dragons aspire to when they decide to take their Trials. It is said that the Plaguebringer created the first Necromancer to win Her the hearts and minds of the dragons of Sorneith after no longer being satisfied with simply infecting their bodies. True to these mythic roots, the Priest administers Plaguebringer’s teachings to non-Necromancers, guiding both their material and spiritual lives. They baptize the dragons under their care with Plaguebringer’s latest creations, ensuring that their clan is strong in body as well as steadfastly devout. Priests can draw from almost any other sub-specialty, but commonly take Advisor, Infectionist, or Healer as secondary roles.