Necrosyrtes

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The Flayed Vulture Mate: None Clan Role: None Informal Name: Nero Subspecies: Skinless

Skinless It is rumored that long ago, Skinless stripped the flesh from their lean bodies of their own volition, as a message to the rest of dragonkind that they were invulnerable to pain, and could not be frightened by threat of violence. It has since become an inherent trait. Despite the horrifying appearance of the Skinless, rest assured that they are not in discomfort. The exposed nerve endings of muscular and connective tissues are far less sensitive. Their surface vessels release rivulets of fresh blood, which help to cleanse dirt and bacteria amassed in a typical day. This emission is constant and accumulates as a tacky, clotted substance which covers them like a protective layer. They will avoid water at all costs, as washing away the bloody coating will leave them vulnerable to native infections. Singing Blood Neither of Nero's parents subscribes deeply to these legends. The nature of their origins being of very little importance to them in the day-to-day. Grabal serves as his Queen's enforcer in the clan, and his only concern about his children is that they be strong and numerous. Sinflayer serves as the Council Judge, and was always even more demanding - impossible to please and always pushing her children to do better. Their high rank in the clan makes their children, including Nero, something of nobility in the Scarred Wasteland, but in those harsh environs, no title is ever simply granted. It must be earned and fought for.

Skydancer children are rare, but not unheard of to Grabal and Sinflayer. This had a somewhat paradoxical effect of Nero being highly favored for his unique qualities, but also having to prove he could hold his own equally well, and sometimes even against, his guardian siblings. His harsh upbringing was coupled with the luxury of nobility in the clan, and the combination produced a fearsome dragon.

Necrosyrtes was then ready to depart his birthclan and make a name for himself in the wider world.

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Where has Nero come to, and how did he get there?