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[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Lightning Flight[/b][/size]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Stormcatcher[/b][/size]
The deity of Lightning is more involved with his Flight than others. He oversees all of Tempest Spire's major projects, and regularly converses with the main ruling body of the Expanse. As a deity, he is associated with ingenuity, tenacity, business, and technological progress.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/layout/lair_icons/64.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
The government of Lightning is split between Tempest Spire and Goldensparc. Tempest Spire and its team of scientists, engineers, and interns carry out infrastructure and public works projects ordered by the Stormcatcher. Goldensparc's collection of business owners deal with the Expanse's economics and relations with other Flights.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
Lightning's primary industry is the creation and distribution of technology. Their most influential contribution to the rest of Sornieth is the railway, which continues to expand across the continent. They rely on materials from Fire in order to make their tech, and on traders from Wind and Water to distribute it.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
Lightning dragons are highly ambitious, and value individual achievement. This leads to a culture of competition, and gives rise to many of the largest companies and businesses in Sornieth. Lightning dragons typically do not use surnames, since they believe that if one is successful enough they can be recognized by given name alone.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Predictably, Lightning magic mostly deals with generating and controlling electricity. However, Lightning mages are incredibly talented at creating technology that utilizes magical energy to function. This tech is ubiquitous in the Shifting Expanse, with everything from lights to the territory's maglev train system using magic in some capacity.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
Exalts in Lightning are technically in service to the Stormcatcher. They are sent to either Tempest Spire or Goldensparc, where they begin learning how to help in the Flight's government. Exalts can go far in the government, and some of Tempest Spire's greatest engineers and scientists began as exalts.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
Dragons from outside the Shifting Expanse typically view Lightning dragons as headstrong and ambitious. Dragons from Ice and Light especially find Lightning dragons hard to get along with. If one can get past these stereotypes, however, Lightning dragons are incredibly loyal and will do anything to help their friends.[/columns]
Headcanons - Lightning Flight
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The Stormcatcher
The deity of Lightning is more involved with his Flight than others. He oversees all of Tempest Spire's major projects, and regularly converses with the main ruling body of the Expanse. As a deity, he is associated with ingenuity, tenacity, business, and technological progress.
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Government
The government of Lightning is split between Tempest Spire and Goldensparc. Tempest Spire and its team of scientists, engineers, and interns carry out infrastructure and public works projects ordered by the Stormcatcher. Goldensparc's collection of business owners deal with the Expanse's economics and relations with other Flights.
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Industry
Lightning's primary industry is the creation and distribution of technology. Their most influential contribution to the rest of Sornieth is the railway, which continues to expand across the continent. They rely on materials from Fire in order to make their tech, and on traders from Wind and Water to distribute it.
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Lightning dragons are highly ambitious, and value individual achievement. This leads to a culture of competition, and gives rise to many of the largest companies and businesses in Sornieth. Lightning dragons typically do not use surnames, since they believe that if one is successful enough they can be recognized by given name alone.
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Magic
Predictably, Lightning magic mostly deals with generating and controlling electricity. However, Lightning mages are incredibly talented at creating technology that utilizes magical energy to function. This tech is ubiquitous in the Shifting Expanse, with everything from lights to the territory's maglev train system using magic in some capacity.
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Exaltation
Exalts in Lightning are technically in service to the Stormcatcher. They are sent to either Tempest Spire or Goldensparc, where they begin learning how to help in the Flight's government. Exalts can go far in the government, and some of Tempest Spire's greatest engineers and scientists began as exalts.
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Outside Perception
Dragons from outside the Shifting Expanse typically view Lightning dragons as headstrong and ambitious. Dragons from Ice and Light especially find Lightning dragons hard to get along with. If one can get past these stereotypes, however, Lightning dragons are incredibly loyal and will do anything to help their friends.
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[img]https://i.imgur.com/PRyH9lP.png[/img]
[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Earth Flight[/b][/size]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/mtK12Cp.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Earthshaker[/b][/size]
The deity of Earth is distant from his Flight, but still watches over them. Prayers to the Earthshaker are many, but they do not go unheard. He is associated with preservation, remembrance, perseverance, and familial love.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/layout/lair_icons/48.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
The Earth flight is led by a council of wealthy families, much like Light's system of nobles. Unlike Light, these families do not claim to be chosen to lead by the Earthshaker, and instead use their financial power to justify their rule. They draw their profit from every side of Earth society, and directly fund the Dragonhome Preservation Guild.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
Earth's primary industry is the exporting of raw materials, mostly minerals. The majority of the gemstones and building materials on the market come from Earth. They also refine some of their resources into fine jewelry and curios. Their raw materials mostly go to Fire to be refined, and their jewelry is extremely popular in Light.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
Earth dragons value preservation and memory. Items of personal significance make up a significant portion of Earth hoards, and hoards are often passed down for generations through families. A family name is the most precious thing an Earth dragon can have, even if they aren't a member of the upper class.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/94pg903be6djv0b/earthf1.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Earth magic is more focused on strength and preservation than geomancy. A proficient Earth mage can fortify their own scales to be tough as rock, or enchant a building to remain in perfect condition for thousands of years. Earth mages also typically have fantastic memories, though whether this is a part of their magic or not is debated.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
All exalts to Earth go into service of the ruling families, typically as servants or guards. Occasionally, one will marry into a family and become exalted that way, but usually they are contractually bound into service. Though a portion of exalts form an army, Earth is a Flight that prefers diplomacy to fighting.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
Outside of Dragonhome, Earth dragons are typically viewed as peaceful and easygoing. They are also seen as slow to accept new things, which leads to Wind and Arcane dragons having a hard time getting along with Earth.[/columns]
Headcanons - Earth Flight
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The Earthshaker
The deity of Earth is distant from his Flight, but still watches over them. Prayers to the Earthshaker are many, but they do not go unheard. He is associated with preservation, remembrance, perseverance, and familial love.
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Government
The Earth flight is led by a council of wealthy families, much like Light's system of nobles. Unlike Light, these families do not claim to be chosen to lead by the Earthshaker, and instead use their financial power to justify their rule. They draw their profit from every side of Earth society, and directly fund the Dragonhome Preservation Guild.
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Industry
Earth's primary industry is the exporting of raw materials, mostly minerals. The majority of the gemstones and building materials on the market come from Earth. They also refine some of their resources into fine jewelry and curios. Their raw materials mostly go to Fire to be refined, and their jewelry is extremely popular in Light.
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Culture
Earth dragons value preservation and memory. Items of personal significance make up a significant portion of Earth hoards, and hoards are often passed down for generations through families. A family name is the most precious thing an Earth dragon can have, even if they aren't a member of the upper class.
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Magic
Earth magic is more focused on strength and preservation than geomancy. A proficient Earth mage can fortify their own scales to be tough as rock, or enchant a building to remain in perfect condition for thousands of years. Earth mages also typically have fantastic memories, though whether this is a part of their magic or not is debated.
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Exaltation
All exalts to Earth go into service of the ruling families, typically as servants or guards. Occasionally, one will marry into a family and become exalted that way, but usually they are contractually bound into service. Though a portion of exalts form an army, Earth is a Flight that prefers diplomacy to fighting.
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Outside Perception
Outside of Dragonhome, Earth dragons are typically viewed as peaceful and easygoing. They are also seen as slow to accept new things, which leads to Wind and Arcane dragons having a hard time getting along with Earth.
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[img]https://i.imgur.com/PRyH9lP.png[/img]
[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Fire Flight[/b][/size]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Flamecaller[/b][/size]
One of the more reserved and distant deities. The Flamecaller tends to her own business in Sornieth's mantle, rarely conversing with her children. She is associated with emotion, tenacity, bravery, and hope.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/layout/lair_icons/88.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
Like several other Flights, Fire's government is controlled by a handful of wealthy families. These Forgemaster families control the region through industry, and care little for the well-being of the lower classes. This disdain is what led to the Magmablood Rebellion, which seeks to reform the system in order to protect workers and their families.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Alt4oSw.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
Fire's industry centers around processing metals and blacksmithing. They produce everything from basic kitchen implements to armor and weapons. The materials to make these products are imported from Earth, and the finished items are sold to Lightning and Plague.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
It might come as a surprise, but Fire's culture is even more work-focused than Lightning's. Fire dragons, especially among the lower classes, have an intense work ethic that often puts them at odds with those from Wind and Water. They also tend to have emotions that can flare without warning, often leading to disagreements that can be solved by both sides taking a moment to cool down.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/twbkjltwtincd8r/firef1.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Fire magic is mostly just pyromancy. It is also the easiest element for non-Fire dragons to learn outside of their own. A skilled Fire mage's resistance to heat is so great that they can handle superheated metal with their bare hands, or wade through lava flows as if they were water.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
Exalts sent to Fire make up the bulk of the Flight's standing army. They are trained in basic combat and placed under command of an officer, typically a member of one of the Forgemaster families. Exalts are paid a small wage for their service, which most choose to send home to support their families.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
Outside of the Ashfall Waste, Fire dragons are often seen as impulsive hotheads. Though they can be incredibly driven, this is viewed as stubbornness. But, if you have a Fire dragon in your corner, they'll fight for you until the end.[/columns]
Headcanons - Fire Flight
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The Flamecaller
One of the more reserved and distant deities. The Flamecaller tends to her own business in Sornieth's mantle, rarely conversing with her children. She is associated with emotion, tenacity, bravery, and hope.
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Government
Like several other Flights, Fire's government is controlled by a handful of wealthy families. These Forgemaster families control the region through industry, and care little for the well-being of the lower classes. This disdain is what led to the Magmablood Rebellion, which seeks to reform the system in order to protect workers and their families.
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Industry
Fire's industry centers around processing metals and blacksmithing. They produce everything from basic kitchen implements to armor and weapons. The materials to make these products are imported from Earth, and the finished items are sold to Lightning and Plague.
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It might come as a surprise, but Fire's culture is even more work-focused than Lightning's. Fire dragons, especially among the lower classes, have an intense work ethic that often puts them at odds with those from Wind and Water. They also tend to have emotions that can flare without warning, often leading to disagreements that can be solved by both sides taking a moment to cool down.
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Magic
Fire magic is mostly just pyromancy. It is also the easiest element for non-Fire dragons to learn outside of their own. A skilled Fire mage's resistance to heat is so great that they can handle superheated metal with their bare hands, or wade through lava flows as if they were water.
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Exaltation
Exalts sent to Fire make up the bulk of the Flight's standing army. They are trained in basic combat and placed under command of an officer, typically a member of one of the Forgemaster families. Exalts are paid a small wage for their service, which most choose to send home to support their families.
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Outside Perception
Outside of the Ashfall Waste, Fire dragons are often seen as impulsive hotheads. Though they can be incredibly driven, this is viewed as stubbornness. But, if you have a Fire dragon in your corner, they'll fight for you until the end.
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[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Water Flight[/b][/size]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Tidelord[/b][/size]
Before he disappeared, the Tidelord was beloved by his children as a guiding force in their lives. They trusted his prophecies to lead them. Despite being missing, he is still associated with contemplation, measured action, peace of mind, and prophecy.[/columns]
[center][font=corbel] [columns][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/layout/lair_icons/60.png[/img]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
Water is led by a council of powerful seers, who use their abilities to communicate with the Tidelord and interpret his prophecies. Now that he has disappeared, they have turned to interpreting other portents to lead their Flight through these troubled times.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
Water makes its treasure both through agriculture and shipping goods. The shallow, warm waters of the Sea of a Thousand Currents are ideal for farming both aquatic plants and fish, which are sent by ship all over Sornieth. Water's shipping companies are especially used by Lightning, Fire, and Earth to transport their goods.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
Water's culture is one of cooperation. The surface and underwater communities support each other, and Flights outside their own in turn. Water dragons are some of the most kindhearted and empathetic, and are always willing to lend a helping hand to others. In the Tidelord's absence, they have turned to one another to maintain hope and move forward without the guidance of their deity.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Water magic is split into two subsets: hydromancy and prophecy. Every dragon living underwater knows at least basic hydromancy, as it is what allows them to breathe beneath the ocean and withstand the immense pressure of the depths. Prophecy is a very rare innate ability, and though it can be taught, a taught seer's visions will never be as clear as those of one born with the ability.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
Exalts sent to Water are often recruited into the Flight's fishing industry, manning vessels and caring for farms. A small amount of them make up the military, though Water is a flight that doesn't fight if they can help it. Water exalts are some of the most free, being allowed to travel across Sornieth on shipping vessels.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
The compassionate nature of Water dragons is famed across Sornieth. Though their easygoing personalities can lead to them being seen as pushovers, a Water dragon will stand up for themself if the situation arises. Fire and Plague dragons in particular do not get along with Water.[/columns]
Headcanons - Water Flight
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The Tidelord
Before he disappeared, the Tidelord was beloved by his children as a guiding force in their lives. They trusted his prophecies to lead them. Despite being missing, he is still associated with contemplation, measured action, peace of mind, and prophecy.
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Government
Water is led by a council of powerful seers, who use their abilities to communicate with the Tidelord and interpret his prophecies. Now that he has disappeared, they have turned to interpreting other portents to lead their Flight through these troubled times.
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Industry
Water makes its treasure both through agriculture and shipping goods. The shallow, warm waters of the Sea of a Thousand Currents are ideal for farming both aquatic plants and fish, which are sent by ship all over Sornieth. Water's shipping companies are especially used by Lightning, Fire, and Earth to transport their goods.
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Culture
Water's culture is one of cooperation. The surface and underwater communities support each other, and Flights outside their own in turn. Water dragons are some of the most kindhearted and empathetic, and are always willing to lend a helping hand to others. In the Tidelord's absence, they have turned to one another to maintain hope and move forward without the guidance of their deity.
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Magic
Water magic is split into two subsets: hydromancy and prophecy. Every dragon living underwater knows at least basic hydromancy, as it is what allows them to breathe beneath the ocean and withstand the immense pressure of the depths. Prophecy is a very rare innate ability, and though it can be taught, a taught seer's visions will never be as clear as those of one born with the ability.
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Exaltation
Exalts sent to Water are often recruited into the Flight's fishing industry, manning vessels and caring for farms. A small amount of them make up the military, though Water is a flight that doesn't fight if they can help it. Water exalts are some of the most free, being allowed to travel across Sornieth on shipping vessels.
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Outside Perception
The compassionate nature of Water dragons is famed across Sornieth. Though their easygoing personalities can lead to them being seen as pushovers, a Water dragon will stand up for themself if the situation arises. Fire and Plague dragons in particular do not get along with Water.
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[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Wind Flight[/b][/size]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Windsinger[/b][/size]
The Windsinger is very involved with his realm, but he spends more time traveling than dealing with that. He will hear any one of his children out, if they can manage to find him. He is associated with traveling, happiness, music, and adaptability.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
When the Windsinger is abroad (which is often), Wind is led by a council of elders. They manage the Flight's many celebrations and festivals, while its economy is managed by a group of merchants.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
While Water rules shipping on the seas, Wind controls the skies. Airships from Wind deliver goods to the places where Water's ships can't reach. The two Flights often help each other in this regard, hiring each others' exalts for their shipping businesses. Wind also exports ceramics, art, and entertainment in the form of traveling musicians.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
Wind is arguably the cultural center of Sornieth. The Windswept Plateau is filled with music and art, which are made almost constantly by Wind dragons. Those from Wind are joyful and carefree, and seek to live life to the fullest every day. If you encounter a traveler on the road, they're likely to be a Wind dragon.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Wind magic largely consists of aeromancy. Control of the winds is essential to so many parts of Wind culture that hatchlings begin learning it almost as soon as they hatch. Master Wind mages can summon storms, move airships on their own, and fly for long distances in one sitting.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
Wind's exaltation system works similarly to Plague's, in that there is no centralized place for exalts to go. Exalts sent to Wind are free to do whatever they please, which often ends up being traveling. Wind exalts can be found all over Sornieth, often as parts of traveling caravans.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
Wind dragons are often seen as scatterbrained. Like Water dragons, their tendency to go with the flow can make them seem weak, but if a Wind dragon doesn't like a situation they'll just up and leave. This means they don't get along well with Ice and Light dragons.[/columns]
Headcanons - Wind Flight
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The Windsinger
The Windsinger is very involved with his realm, but he spends more time traveling than dealing with that. He will hear any one of his children out, if they can manage to find him. He is associated with traveling, happiness, music, and adaptability.
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Government
When the Windsinger is abroad (which is often), Wind is led by a council of elders. They manage the Flight's many celebrations and festivals, while its economy is managed by a group of merchants.
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Industry
While Water rules shipping on the seas, Wind controls the skies. Airships from Wind deliver goods to the places where Water's ships can't reach. The two Flights often help each other in this regard, hiring each others' exalts for their shipping businesses. Wind also exports ceramics, art, and entertainment in the form of traveling musicians.
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Wind is arguably the cultural center of Sornieth. The Windswept Plateau is filled with music and art, which are made almost constantly by Wind dragons. Those from Wind are joyful and carefree, and seek to live life to the fullest every day. If you encounter a traveler on the road, they're likely to be a Wind dragon.
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Magic
Wind magic largely consists of aeromancy. Control of the winds is essential to so many parts of Wind culture that hatchlings begin learning it almost as soon as they hatch. Master Wind mages can summon storms, move airships on their own, and fly for long distances in one sitting.
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Exaltation
Wind's exaltation system works similarly to Plague's, in that there is no centralized place for exalts to go. Exalts sent to Wind are free to do whatever they please, which often ends up being traveling. Wind exalts can be found all over Sornieth, often as parts of traveling caravans.
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Outside Perception
Wind dragons are often seen as scatterbrained. Like Water dragons, their tendency to go with the flow can make them seem weak, but if a Wind dragon doesn't like a situation they'll just up and leave. This means they don't get along well with Ice and Light dragons.
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[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Light Flight[/b][/size]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Lightweaver[/b][/size]
The Lightweaver leads her Flight from her throne in the Beacon of the Radiant Eye. Her word is law in Light, and none dare to challenge her. She is associated with knowledge, commitment, truth, and justice.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
While Light is technically ruled directly by the Lightweaver, the smaller matters of government are divided between the ruling families of many kingdoms. While the Lightweaver's laws are uniform across these kingdoms, each ruler has their own laws specific to their kingdom.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
Light has the largest population of university students of any Flight. The Sunbeam Ruins are home to many prestigious schools, which accept students from across Sornieth. They compete fiercely with Arcane to recruit students to attend. Light also exports books and other printed material.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
Like Fire, Light's culture is split between the upper and lower classes. The nobles enjoy a high society, with extravagant feasts and balls all year round. The lower classes, the academy professors and students, enjoy "lower" forms of entertainment, such as public plays and gladiatorial battles. These two classes are strictly separated, and mixing is heavily discouraged.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Though Light mages can manipulate their element, this is not the center of their power. Light magic is more focused on perception and truth. A master Light mage can tell if someone is lying simply by looking at them. A master Light mage is one of the only ones who can see through a Shadow illusion.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
Light's exalts are unique in that they are the only professionally trained mages in the Sunbeam Ruins. They make up the Flight's justice system as well as its army, and a desire to learn magic is seen as a desire to serve the Lightweaver.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
Outside (and even inside) the Ruins, Light dragons are seen as haughty and obsessed with their status. Even scholars doing research abroad are seen as only in it for the prestige it will bring them back home. However, a Light dragon will be their friends' most steadfast supporter through all kinds of situations.[/columns]
Headcanons - Light Flight
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The Lightweaver
The Lightweaver leads her Flight from her throne in the Beacon of the Radiant Eye. Her word is law in Light, and none dare to challenge her. She is associated with knowledge, commitment, truth, and justice.
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Government
While Light is technically ruled directly by the Lightweaver, the smaller matters of government are divided between the ruling families of many kingdoms. While the Lightweaver's laws are uniform across these kingdoms, each ruler has their own laws specific to their kingdom.
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Industry
Light has the largest population of university students of any Flight. The Sunbeam Ruins are home to many prestigious schools, which accept students from across Sornieth. They compete fiercely with Arcane to recruit students to attend. Light also exports books and other printed material.
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Culture
Like Fire, Light's culture is split between the upper and lower classes. The nobles enjoy a high society, with extravagant feasts and balls all year round. The lower classes, the academy professors and students, enjoy "lower" forms of entertainment, such as public plays and gladiatorial battles. These two classes are strictly separated, and mixing is heavily discouraged.
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Magic
Though Light mages can manipulate their element, this is not the center of their power. Light magic is more focused on perception and truth. A master Light mage can tell if someone is lying simply by looking at them. A master Light mage is one of the only ones who can see through a Shadow illusion.
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Exaltation
Light's exalts are unique in that they are the only professionally trained mages in the Sunbeam Ruins. They make up the Flight's justice system as well as its army, and a desire to learn magic is seen as a desire to serve the Lightweaver.
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Outside Perception
Outside (and even inside) the Ruins, Light dragons are seen as haughty and obsessed with their status. Even scholars doing research abroad are seen as only in it for the prestige it will bring them back home. However, a Light dragon will be their friends' most steadfast supporter through all kinds of situations.
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[center][font=corbel][size=5][b]Headcanons - Shadow Flight[/b][/size]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]The Shadowbinder[/b][/size]
The Shadowbinder guides her children from the bottom of the Forum of the Obscured Crescent. Well, guides them as much as Shadow dragons can be guided. She is associated with cunning, illusion, trickery, and mistrust.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Government[/b][/size]
Shadow, like Plague, has no centralized government. The Tangled Wood is split into many territories, each controlled by a different group. While these territories will work together occasionally if both benefit, they more often fight each other for resources and general pettiness.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Industry[/b][/size]
Shadow's top export is entertainment. Many troupes of traveling performers hail from the Wood, and travel all over putting on shows. Shadow also sends out mercenaries and assassins, though they are often beat out by competitors from Plague.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Culture[/b][/size]
Like Wind, Shadow dragons love music and partying. The Tangled Wood is home to Sornieth's most extravagant carnivals, though under all the fun and flash lurks a dark undertone. A Shadow circus is often the symbol of dangerous temptation. The dragons themselves do not seem to care about the danger, and are willing to try anything in the pursuit of fun.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Magic[/b][/size]
Shadow is the magic of illusion. A master Shadow mage can create elaborate, almost lifelike displays, that can only be found out by a Light mage. Shadow mages are often master manipulators, their mannerisms helping to reinforce their illusions.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Exaltation[/b][/size]
Shadow exalts are recruited to defend the Forum of the Obscured Crescent. The Shadowbinder is paranoid that her bright sister will send assassins to hurt her and destabilize her realm, so those in her service are always on guard. They haven't had any incidents yet, but that doesn't mean nothing will ever happen.[/columns]
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[size=4][font=corbel][b]Outside Perception[/b][/size]
Shadow dragons are often seen as tricksters and backstabbers. A Shadow dragon shouldn't be considered anything more than an acquaintance, so they can't hurt you too much. In reality, Shadow dragons are not quite that ruthless. They simply do not like being "shackled" by relationships.[/columns]
Headcanons - Shadow Flight
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The Shadowbinder
The Shadowbinder guides her children from the bottom of the Forum of the Obscured Crescent. Well, guides them as much as Shadow dragons can be guided. She is associated with cunning, illusion, trickery, and mistrust.
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Government
Shadow, like Plague, has no centralized government. The Tangled Wood is split into many territories, each controlled by a different group. While these territories will work together occasionally if both benefit, they more often fight each other for resources and general pettiness.
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Industry
Shadow's top export is entertainment. Many troupes of traveling performers hail from the Wood, and travel all over putting on shows. Shadow also sends out mercenaries and assassins, though they are often beat out by competitors from Plague.
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Culture
Like Wind, Shadow dragons love music and partying. The Tangled Wood is home to Sornieth's most extravagant carnivals, though under all the fun and flash lurks a dark undertone. A Shadow circus is often the symbol of dangerous temptation. The dragons themselves do not seem to care about the danger, and are willing to try anything in the pursuit of fun.
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Magic
Shadow is the magic of illusion. A master Shadow mage can create elaborate, almost lifelike displays, that can only be found out by a Light mage. Shadow mages are often master manipulators, their mannerisms helping to reinforce their illusions.
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Exaltation
Shadow exalts are recruited to defend the Forum of the Obscured Crescent. The Shadowbinder is paranoid that her bright sister will send assassins to hurt her and destabilize her realm, so those in her service are always on guard. They haven't had any incidents yet, but that doesn't mean nothing will ever happen.
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Outside Perception
Shadow dragons are often seen as tricksters and backstabbers. A Shadow dragon shouldn't be considered anything more than an acquaintance, so they can't hurt you too much. In reality, Shadow dragons are not quite that ruthless. They simply do not like being "shackled" by relationships.
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