Dragon Share

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010313017655326/LTS_-_main_finished.jpg[/img] [s]How did this get so far lmao[/s] ----------- [quote=Madrigalism]I want to start this off by saying that Flight Rising is easily my favorite game of all time. Over the years I’ve had no qualms supporting it, I love it dearly, and wish only for the best to come to it and the player base. That said, the game is not without its flaws. Some complain about the coliseum being a drag, others say that ancients not wearing apparel sucks, but I really just have one major issue. That issue is none other than the color lemon... Source- Lemon Is Awful: A Rant[/quote] --------- Table of Contents:[/center] [LIST=1] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45817192]The LEMON Chronicles: Start Here[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45828599]The LEMON Chronicles: The Beginning of a Meme[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45828999]The LEMON Chronicles: The Summoning[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45846544]The LEMON Chronicles: Time and Growth[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45846547]The LEMON Chronicles: The Original Lemon Tree[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45846550]The LEMON Chronicles: Finale[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45846554]Subsepcies Requirements[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45846556]How to's (aka subspecies info)[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/1#post_45846558]Meme/Art Showcase[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/2#post_45849020]Registry[/url] [*][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2952299/2#post_45849023]Lemon Fruit Subspecies[/url] [/LIST] ------- [center][url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tmvGW8NaqM6E-wxJT0aFBMjpnIB8_2klfkxS1vW7nWc/edit?usp=sharing]Small Bio Template Here[/url][/center] ------- [center][u]Pinglists:[/u] [quote=General] @/Madrigalism @/LaughingIdiot @/Plouvoir @/JaxtheGuardian @/roastedbees @/CloudedViews @/Accal1a @/iiPessimystic @/Owlatte @/Jelllitan @/Dimness[/quote] [quote=Lemon Tree Originals] @/Aetherna @/NlCKname @/Brigamia [f] @/dormousy @/HowDoilnternet [m] @/Cryptood[/quote] [quote=Lemon Tree XL] @/kijauni [male; ripple] @/Saphira455 @/Cryptood[/quote] [quote=Lemon Tree XS] @/macwithoutcheese [emerald-camo sec][/quote] [quote=Other Specifics] @/kijauni [male; tarnish][/quote] [/center] ----- [center]Before the Story Starts... I just wanna say thanks to some friends:[/center] @Madrigalism: Thank you so much for giving me permission to make this thread and giving feedback on it! Who would've known that the lemon joke would go this far lol. And yes, the Lemon Is Awful rant is a joke XD @LaughingIdiot and @Plouvoir: Thank you so much for working on that gorgeous UMA! @EisiamtheGoddess: Thanks for giving me the idea to make this thread and giving feedback on it! @Liland: Thanks so much for helping me get that last WC scroll in time! @NlCKname: Thank you for donating a Keel gene to the cause! @SpringsSong: Thanks for helping me grab all those genes on the MP! @Kijauni: Menace XD @LaughingIdiot AGAIN cause of that XYY Lemon girl! @Silverhands for the awesome banners! And of course, thank you to all the other discord members who contributed to the story! We never would've gotten the cabbage farmer Tengfei, the spicy lemons, the LemonTrees themselves, and many more aspects of this story without you guys. ------- [center][s]lmao so many of my dergs are unfinished in this, I really need to get on that... please go to their bios to see what the plans are if you're curious XD[/s] [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010309486706698/lts_-_the_start.jpg[/img][/center] ---------- [center]You wander through a pleasant green forest on the border of the Ashfall Waste. Somewhere beyond the trees, the Sea of a Thousand Currents churns. A smile graces your face at the thought of visiting the beach soon, but first... A little building came into view. It stood on the edge of the pebble-lined path that led you here, looking as peaceful and innocent as could be. [i]'Perfect,'[/i] you think. The sky above the trees was already turning dark; you'd managed to reach the little tea house just in time to spend the night. You take another step towards the building when, suddenly, movement on your left catches your eye. You leap to the side as the raptor-like head of a Wildclaw emerges from the brush, but you quickly notice something is off. It was... made of wood? [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/57432286][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/574323/57432286_350.png[/img][/url] You hardly have a second to think when the Wildclaw leaps out from the foliage, revealing its full form. It was large, larger than the average Wildclaw, but it wasn't normal. Its skin was bark. Its wings were leaves. And... there appeared to be lemons growing on it? [i]'What is THAT?'[/i] you wonder as the Wildclaw tree slowly plods onto the path. It stands before you, root-like feet digging into the earth, blocking the path to the tea house ahead. You stammer out a stunned, albeit polite, attempt at a greeting... only for the Wildclaw tree to suddenly fling the most enormous lemon you've ever seen in your direction. You manage to dodge the incoming fruit, watching in shocked silence as it lands with a loud splat, promptly bursting and soaking everything within a few feet with juice. You quickly turn your attention back to the tree, thinking that it seemed frustrated. However, your thoughts are suddenly cut short when the tree lunges towards you. You flee on foot, the trees too thick for you to take off. You didn't need to look back to know that the Wildclaw is chasing you... ------- You stopped. The thuds from your pursuer faded away several minutes ago, but you simply continued to run until you reached the forest edge just in case. [i]'What WAS that?!'[/i] you think, panting slightly. "Greetings, traveler!" a voice calls from the distance. You turn towards the sound, meeting the gaze of a strange Tundra. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/65426976][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/654270/65426976_350.png[/img][/url] "You appear quite frazzled, is something the matter?" the Tundra asked. You hesitate, wondering if you'll be seen as insane if you tell the truth. The silence drags on as you try to formulate a response, but the Tundra cuts you off. "Ah, I take it you were attacked by a tree? Did it happen to look like this one?" the Tundra says, following with a sharp whistle. To your alarm, the Wildclaw appears once again, this time coming to a stop beside the Tundra. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/59599489][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/595995/59599489_350.png[/img][/url] "Ah, don't worry, don't worry. This isn't the same one, though they look very similar. This one is much better behaved," the Tundra explains. "I really must tell that child to get the other one under control..." You examine the other tree, noting that it was, in fact, a little bit different. Puzzled, you ask the Tundra what's going on. "Ah, it's a long story. Were you, perhaps, heading to the local tea house?" You nod. "That explains it. The other tree is, for some reason we cannot fathom, extremely territorial. I take it a giant lemon was launched in your direction?" You nod again, then ask what the trees are. "Well, it's a rather long, surprisingly funny, and surprisingly bloody tale, if you truly wish to know. We should head inside, it is getting dark and Candrima makes fantastic tea. Don't you worry, the other tree won't attack you now that you're with me and this tree," the Tundra says reassuringly. Relaxing a little, you nod, following the Tundra as he trots along the path. The second tree plods along behind you like a docile pony, surprisingly silent for its size. You reach the location of the attack with the strange duo, finding the first tree still there. To your surprise, both trees quickly dart into the forest at the Tundra's simple instruction. You follow the Tundra into the tea house, finding a lovely little shop. The Tundra leads you to an empty table, offering you a menu from which to select a drink. A little fae soon approaches, asking for your order. The Tundra simply gives her a nod while you point at a fancy-sounding tea on the menu. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/63675414][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/636755/63675414_350.png[/img][/url] "Now then," the Tundra starts, before pausing. "I suppose introductions are in order. My name is Philemon, please do not call me Phil. I live nearby and come here often, so the trees know me well. Pleasure to meet you, traveler." You reply in kind, stating your own name and reason for coming. "I see, I see. I hope you enjoy your time here and find what you seek. But now," Philemon says, holding up his teacup in a toast before continuing, "now... the story." [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010306034139146/lts_-_tboam.jpg[/img] [s]also kind of a summary?[/s] -------- "Now, you may be wondering what I am," Philemon begins. "In truth, I am not a dragon. I am a [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/2773029]Goetia[/url], a being from another realm summoned to Sorneith. My summoner, my dear friend Zarasti, is away at the moment, so you won't get to meet her. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/65356067][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/653561/65356067_350.png[/img][/url] "I am, in a way, both her assistant and teacher. She is how I came to meet the trees. "I say this now because it will be relevant to the story later. Now... for the actual tale..." ------- [shatters the fourth wall to irreparable bits and pieces] All of this started with Kaimana. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/49984768][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/499848/49984768_350.png[/img][/url] Kaimana is a water primal G1 that someone gifted to Madrigalism. She didn't look very good, so Madri scattered her a few times. Then... On May 25th, 2020, she scattered into XYX Lemon/Lead/Lemon. Now normally, one would celebrate when a G1 scatters into a double. Not this time.[/center] --------- [quote=Madrigalism]...THE SHEER FORCE OF MY HATRED FOR THE COLOR LEMON WILL TEAR THE SKIES ASUNDER AND BRING FORTH RAGNAROK. AND, AS IF HEARING MY PROCLAMATION OF HATE AND DISDAIN FOR LEMON FROM THE GREAT BEYOND, THE MERCILESS FORCE THAT IS THE RANDOM NUMBER GENERATOR MADE MY DARLING WATER PRIMAL G1, A GIFT FROM ONE OF MY DEAREST FRIENDS, SCATTER TO XYX LEMON. IN THAT MOMENT, AFTER HAVING SPENT 350G AND HAVING THE FRUITS OF MY LABOR PRODUCE SUCH A HORROR, I HEARD THE GOD OF RNG LAUGHING AT MY PLIGHT. IT KNEW OF MY HATE, IT KNEW I WOULDN’T SCATTER OVER AN XYX G1. IT KNEW EXACTLY WHAT POSITION IT WAS PUTTING ME IN, AND IT LAUGHED. I HATE LEMON. I HATE IT. THERE IS NO POSSIBLE WAY TO EVER MAKE ME SEE THE LIGHT OF IT AS A COLOR. IT IS A MIRACLE I’VE GOTTEN USED TO MY G1 GIRL... Source- Lemon Is Awful: A Rant[/quote] ---------- [center]Lemon is literally Madri's least favorite color on FR. Ever. So Madri gets this dragon and, in classic Fire Flight Discord fashion, this becomes a meme. And then lore. And then the story you see here. Soon after the Scattering of Kaimana, Madri creates the famed Lemon Is Awful rant, cementing her place as the resident lemon (the color) hater. Fast forward to Halloween 2020, when I hatched this guy. Meet Bane. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/64806311][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/648064/64806311_350.png[/img][/url] So you don't miss it, here's his bio![/center] ------- [quote=Bane's Bio] Oh god where do I even start... So I decided to hatch a fire egg on Halloween. Of all the colors to hatch on Halloween, IT HAD TO BE LEMON. Lemon is a nightmare color... to a certain friend and fire flight member. Of course, this little one's hatching immediately brought some laughs to Fire Flight Discord and so I decided to keep him. Then I named him Bane in memory of said friend's hatred of Lemon. Then, I decided to breedchange and gene him exactly like said friend's XYX lemon G1. So, Tundra with Python/Fade/Runes. Then, someone suggested making him a lemon farmer. Everyone agreed, so that became the plan... Until now. Said friend made a subspecies and I acquired some of them a while ago. I wrote them long, sad lore and eventually decided to give them a happy ending. What could be more fitting than having two of them adopt this little Lemon colored demon? Of course, since he's now a kid, he can't exactly have a whole lemon farm, can he? Well, it's his dream to help with his grandma's tea shop and lemons are expensive in the Ashfall Waste. So little Bane got himself a lemon... ...and he planted it. But he's just a kid and kids are impatient. Instead of waiting for the tree to grow, little Bane tried to enchant it using nature magic, of all things. And he succeeded! Well... Kinda... So what if it's a bit small and shaped like a dragon? It grew and it grew [i]lemons![/i] It's not like it ran around attacking others with lemons... Oh wait, that's exactly what it does, and for some reason, it seems to enjoy targeting a particular cabbage farmer. Better be careful going to this tea shop! [s]god I can't believe some fire members are actually maybe making a UMA for the lemon tree.[/s] I frikkin love fire flight lmao. Okay, okay. Official Lore Time. [Please go to bio for the lore if you wish to see all of it][/quote] ------ [center]So because the Lemon Trees were so amusing, I decided to make a pair. And then... [b]and then[/b]... I decided to make a G1 pair. Why? Because why not. [s]Actually it was for the lore since the original trees didn't have parents and were simply the result of some silly kids messing around.[/s] And that, long story short, is how I, DG, ended up needing about 5.5kg/mt to create a G1 Wildclaw pair to breed the trees. Then I decided I to make Christmas the deadline. For time references, the Lemon Tree idea started on November 4th, 2020. I decided to make them G1s on December 2nd, 2020. So I had less than a month to get them breed changed and gened lol. [s]I made it somehow, mostly thanks to FvL.[/s] [s]So here we are now.[/s] ------- Okay so After I wrote this, Kijauni came into my discord DMs screaming something about urgently needing to borrow lair space. Why? Well they got this as a gift for Madri. Meet Menace. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/66070825][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/660709/66070825_350.png[/img][/url] [s]SO Here we are now.[/s] ------- OKAY SO I'm back editing this post again. Because LaughingIdiot gave me this: [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/66163902][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/661640/66163902_350.png[/img][/url] My first ever G1 double. It's LEMON. I love it XD Also I decided to make the Snappers. This is what a page in my lair looked like after I made that choice: [img]https://i.imgur.com/LaiT2jN.png[/img] I'm nowhere near there. Also there's two more in my lair cause they have den cooldown. Also also, see those basic ones? Yep. Those are G1s. Near XXYs too (ty for cheap near misses NotN!) [s]SO ANYWAY HERE WE ARE NOW[/s] ------- Due to having a lot of projects and limited lair space, I've decided not to do the Snappers. I tried, however, and actually got a... grapefruit? [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/67999144][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/679992/67999144_350.png[/img][/url] Huh. Anyway, here we are now! ----- [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010301924638760/lts_-_ts.jpg[/img] ----------- "Now that you know how this all started, I'll begin the true story," Philemon says. You nod, sipping on the delicious tea, wondering what you've gotten into. ----------- "Several decades ago, a wicked witch was born on these lands. None remember her true name. You see, she called herself the Temptress, and for good reason. Her song could bewitch almost anyone and those who weren't won over by her song could never last against her magic. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/60666516][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/606666/60666516_350.png[/img][/url] "Her power grew with age and, eventually, she reached a point of strength that allowed her to summon a Goetia. She wanted the best of us, Class: King, but her inexperience led her to summon the Duke Olethros instead. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/63575907][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/635760/63575907_350.png[/img][/url] "I was not there for the battle, but it was long and tough. Temptress bested him, winning his begrudging loyalty. "It wasn't long after this that Temptress summoned Olethros' mate, the King Rhys. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/54482690][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/544827/54482690_350.png[/img][/url] "But Rhys was summoned at the worst of times. Her first clutch was just beginning to make their way into our world. Somehow, one of the two children was caught in the summoning, dragged to this world along with his mother... "Her rage, understandably, was beyond great. It blinded her to her newborn son; all she wanted was vengeance for the summoning. Her powerful magic blasted outwards, destroying this teashop and the very forest around it," Philemon explained. "Everything was burned. The ground was ash," the teahouse keeper chipped in, having fluttered over and perched on an empty chair sometime during the story. "Outside I found a little Imperial hatchling. Or so, I thought he was an Imperial... but really, he is a Goetia. He was covered in eggshell and blood. He wasn't moving. Somehow I managed to bring him to Zarasti and somehow she managed to save his life. "It may sound odd for a Fae to adopt an Imperial, but that is what I did and I do not regret it. It was difficult. The path was bumpy... but I would not change a thing," the Fae finishes. The door suddenly opens and an Imperial walks in. You note he looks very similar to Philemon and briefly wonder if he is the hatchling in the story. However, the shredded and useless wings quickly draw your attention and you try not to stare. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/64455170][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/644552/64455170_350.png[/img][/url] "Hello, mother," the Imperial greets, gently nudging the Fae. You find yourself somewhat amused at the sight of a massive Imperial calling the little Fae his mother when the Fae could perch on his antlers like a small bird in a tree. A smile forms on your face. "Milagro! I-" Philemon began, falling silent as the Imperial raised his paw. "It's fine, Phil," Milagro replied, grinning at the Tundra's reaction to the hated nickname. "Did the tree attack this one too?" You nod. "I see," Milagro says. "In that case, I apologize. My son created that tree with good intentions, but I'm afraid it turned out incredibly strange." You nod. Your eyes briefly flick towards the Imperial's broken wings again, but you quickly avert your gaze and hope he didn't notice. "...if you're wondering about my wings, it's alright. Everyone does," Milagro states. "Zarasti was able to save my life, but my wings were damaged beyond repair. I never have and never will be able to fly, but it no longer upsets me. I am content with my life." The Imperial grins cheekily, nosing his mother. "I would not change a thing, eh?" The Fae rolls her eyes and smiles back. "Now... I apologize for cutting our meeting short, but I must find my son and those trees and round them up for the night. I thought Bane might be here, but it seems he's not. Enjoy your tea and storytime, the beginning is quite grim but I assure you the story does get rather amusing!" Milagro assures, waving a farewell before exiting. --------- [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010298149371933/lts_-_tag.jpg[/img] --------- You watch quietly as the Imperial Goetia squeezes his way out of the door, wondering how on earth he managed to fit inside anyway. With that thought, it finally dawns on you that the tea house seems to be incredibly large, especially for one run by a little Fae. You turn back to the Fae and Tundra, taking another sip of tea as you wait for them to continue. --------- "Now, where were we... Ah! I must apologize. I do not think I ever told you my name," the Fae chirps. "I am Candrima. Are you wondering why this place is so large?" You nod. "Excellent. See, Philemon, my abilities to read and express emotion continue to improve!" The Fae playfully jabs at the Tundra's cheek with a claw, her voice mildly cheerful. "This place was much smaller before. An Imperial never would have fit in my old shop, but we had a lovely pavilion outside. That burst of magic from Milagro's mother leveled my old shop, so I chose to have it rebuilt much bigger. My son is an Imperial. I needed to accommodate his needs," Candrima explains. "I raised Milagro here. We were not much affected by the changes caused by the Temptress. It was not out of her reach, but why should she care for a simple tea shop at the border? "It is fortunate she never came. Had she come, she would have known instantly what my son is, and would have taken him from me..." the shopkeeper reflects, head fins wilting at the thought. Philemon takes Candrima's silence as a sign to continue: "You see, the Temptress quickly uprooted the hierarchy of the clan. The former leaders vanished and all but one of their children vanished as well. The remaining one came to become leader, but to all who still had their wits about them, it was clear he too was under her spell. "She had many followers. Some guarded her, some built her [url= https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/drs/3000056#post_3000056]an army[/url], many continued their usual daily lives. But she was a threat and the summoning of Olethros and Rhys became the last straw, in a way. "You see, Olethros's parents, Lazarus and Beelzebub, are among some of the most powerful, well-respected, and well-connected Goetias. I, myself, am a relative of theirs. My family has long since served them and they were always kind to us. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/55765754][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/557658/55765754_350.png[/img][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/51104534][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/511046/51104534_350.png[/img][/url] "Now, some years ago, a grown Milagro and his mate, Aulora, visited Zarasti and I for assistance with a problem. That was the first time I met Milagro. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/60471530][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/604716/60471530_350.png[/img][/url] "I knew immediately. He is a Goetia. The poor soul had no idea... It was difficult for him to accept, to say the least. It wasn't long after that that I was told his story, and that made me almost certain he was Olethros' son. "You see, we knew Olethros and his mate were summoned, but no one knew what happened to their children. Both were gone without a trace. To this day, no one knows what happened to Milagro's sibling - it is likely dead, but if it was lucky perhaps another kind soul on Sorneith took it in. "Milagro was a clue to the mystery. The Temptress was powerful, capable of shrouding her presence and theirs from prying eyes, even those from another world. I, with Zarasti's aid, managed to find them. "It was a sad sight. My summoner is kind, just as the one who summoned Lazarus and Beelzebub years ago. They were not so lucky. I wasted no time, seeking out Lazarus and telling him what I found. "He was angry. Beelzebub even more so, I think. They brought their legions here and fought a long, bloody battle. There were many casualties on both sides, but Lazarus' legion ultimately won. The Temptress was vanquished, but the costs were great. The son of the clan's former leaders was one of the many who perished in the battle; even now, the clan's hierarchy remains unstable. "This teashop remains a symbol of peace during a time of violence. It has seen many horrible things, but it has also seen many great things. Here, Milagro and Aulora elected to adopt a child for they could not have one of their own. Here, they raised Bane and guarded him from the turmoil outside. Here, dear sweet little Bane decided to attempt to help his grandmother - supplies can be hard to come by during a war - by planting a lemon and casting nature magic to accelerate its growth. Here, Bane found friendship in the younger Smol and the strange Lemon Trees. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/61855204][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/618553/61855204_350.png[/img][/url] "And here... Milagro met his biological parents for the first time." --------- [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010293661859870/lts_-_tolt.jpg[/img] ----------- You stare at the Tundra, jaws slightly agape in shock at the bloody tale, wondering what became of the dragons involved. Philemon had fallen silent for a moment to sip on his tea, so you take the chance to ask him. "Oh, I'm afraid it isn't in my right to say what happened when Milagro first met his parents. That's quite a private affair, even I do not know all of the details. And why should I? I have no right to know. All that matters is that they are on good terms and communicate frequently." You can't help but agree with the Tundra, thinking that they deserved the time together after all that they'd been through. You decide not to press on the topic any more and politely ask Philemon to continue the tale. "Now, we are truly getting to the part that will answer your questions..." -------- "As I previously mentioned, Bane was adopted by Milagro and Aulora not long before the war started. He came bearing that name, refusing to let it go despite their pleas. It was the only thing he had left from his biological parents, after all. "The first few days were awkward, but with time Bane began to open up. He truly is a sweet child, well-meaning and intelligent, yet also quite mischievous. It didn't take him long to realize the war affected his grandmother's tea supplies and Bane, all on his own, came up with the idea to start growing some plants to help. "His first attempt was that Lemon Tree that attacked you. First it was just a sprout, but then it grew and grew and took the shape of a Wildclaw, likely because of the nature magic used to grow it. And no, Bane is not a nature element dragon. His element is fire," Philemon pauses, then mumbles, "really, the kid's probably a magic prodigy of some sort, being able to do that on his first try with magic not of his own element... "But I stray," he continues. "As impressive as the feat was, the tree was quite... volatile. It was exceedingly difficult to control and predict, even more so than now. It had a tendency to attack a local cabbage farmer by the name of Tengfei. [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/64034334][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/640344/64034334_350.png[/img][/url] "It still sometimes goes after him, but not nearly as bad as before. We called on someone to help control it," Candrima chipped in. "Mhm. Still, it did produce stellar lemons... until it got even stranger," Philemon said, chuckling. Wordlessly, Candrima fluttered away for a moment, returning with a lemon and knife in her grasp. She quietly begins slicing the lemon as the Tundra continues to speak. "See, the lemons look relatively normal if you pick them on time. If not, they look more like... like... well, that," Philemon says, pointing at a picture hanging on the wall. You glance at the picture and your draw drops at the sight. [img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/236560772614979585/774889381701091358/image0.jpg[/img] "It's made worse than that, honestly. But it's so normal around here now that no one really pays it any mind. Anyway... why don't you have a taste of that lemon there? It ought to go well with your tea," Philemon suggests, taking a slice and squeezing a little into his own cup. You follow his lead, only you choose to squeeze as much juice as possible from the slice. For a moment you think Philemon snorts in amusement, but pass it off as your own imagination. Candrima bites her lip, quietly picking up the plate of lemon slices and flying away. You give both dragons a bemused look, then take a sip of your tea. Ah, warm, tasty, tangy... Burning? HOT! HOT! HOTHOTHOT!!! Candrima reappears with a glass of milk, clearly struggling to keep her composure. Across the table, Philemon laughs heartily as you nearly drop the teacup to grab the glass of milk. You quickly swallow the milk, sighing as it helps ease the burn, albeit only a little. You try to speak but your voice is hoarse and you can't help but cough. It feels as if you've taken the world's hottest pepper, bit it, chewed it up, gargled the juice, and let it sit in your mouth for a day before swallowing it. It [i]burned.[/i] ...You start to think that the milk hadn't helped at all. Finally, you manage to grit out a question, something that sounded like "what the heck was that?!" which was somehow audible over Philemon and Candrima's chuckling. "That, my friend, was a Lemon Tree lemon. An [i]original[/i] Lemon Tree lemon. Not what you expected, was it?" --------- [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010286875213864/lts_-_finale.jpg[/img] ------ You continue to struggle with the spice for several minutes, unable to speak much if at all. Candrima hands you another cup of milk to help. Eventually, the spice fades enough that you are able to speak. You take the chance to ask why it was like that. Philemon simply shrugs. "No one knows why the lemons are so spicy, especially from that particular tree. The other tree's fruit also has a spicy kick, but nowhere near as strong. It'd be like... like... comparing a jalapeno to reaper. Yes, it's quite a drastic difference. "Some are doing research, however. Perhaps in time, there will be an answer to your question. Now, shall I continue?" ----------- "Not long after the creation of the first tree, Bane met Buckthorne." [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/56260353][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/562604/56260353_350.png[/img][/url] "The children quickly became the best of friends and, together, made the second Lemon Tree. Perhaps that's why the second one is less... volatile. Bane had more practice and Buckthorne is actually a nature dragon. "We haven't yet figured out how the trees work. They seem to be a mix of plant and dragon, yet are unable to speak. They don't exhibit any magical skills aside from, arguably, the lemons themselves. However, they can apparently breed like dragons." You stare at Philemon in shock, wondering how that was possible. "I don't know how, but they did it. Three eggs. Or... seeds? I'm not quite sure what to call them. We don't really know how they were made, only that the trees became fiercely protective of a secluded bit of forest for a little while. We don't know if they hatched like dragons or sprouted like plants. We only found out about them when the tree finally came back here, three smaller ones in tow. "Little Buckthorne actually took one home. The other two stuck around for a while but were eventually adopted by some visitors who were quite intrigued by them. "And that's all there is to it, really. As I said before, there's some research being conducted, but there aren't any results yet." ----------- You nod, chuckling a little at the incredibly strange story, wondering if anyone back at home would ever believe this. You thank Philemon and Candrima for the tale, offer to pay for the tea, and request lodging for the night. Candrima politely declines the payment, stating that the company and laughs were more than enough, and hands you a small key. She points you toward some stairs to the side, telling you to take the first room on the left. You thank her and leave the common area to get some rest. --------- Early in the morning, you exit the room and trot downstairs, finding Candrima awake and in the middle of prepping breakfast in the kitchen. Beside her, a young Tundra stands, helping his grandmother with plates. He sees you and calls out a cheerful "good morning!" You smile and wave at him, sitting down at a table to eat breakfast before continuing your travels... --------- [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010401064353853/lts_-_sr.jpg[/img] --------- [u]Species Name:[/u] [i]Citrea Arbordraco[/i] (Lemon Treedragon) A group of strange creatures somewhere between a tree and a Wildclaw. All trees produce lemons, but not all lemons are equal. [i]NOTE: New mutations have been observed. Some trees are growing larger while others are growing smaller, appearing to take the form of Imperial and Veilspun dragons. Some have also grown a mossy coat to cope with winters, similar to Tundras. More research needed.[/i] ------ [u]Fruit Variations:[/u] [size=2]Please note these variations apply to general lore only! They have all of the same genes.[/size][/center] [LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco[/i] var. [i]acerbdulcis[/i] (Lemon Treedragon var. soursweet) [LIST] [*]Behavior: [i]Acerbdulcis[/i] individuals can be very unpredictable. The trees alternate between being incredibly sweet and pleasant to handle to being incredibly moody and sour. This occurs inversely to the fruit growth; trees with fruit still in the sour stage exhibit a very friendly personality while those in the sweetening and honey stage exhibit a colder, more distant personality.[/LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco[/i] var. [i]conditus[/i] (Lemon Treedragon var. spicy) [LIST] [*]Behavior: [i]Conditus[/i] are hotheaded. These trees will charge at anything that moves that they don't know, no matter how large it may be. Spicy lemon trees are the most difficult to tame but are also among the most loyal to those that manage to befriend them. However, these trees are also the most vengeful. They will not forget any transgressions. [/LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco[/i] var. [i]rosea[/i] (Lemon Treedragon var. pink) [LIST] [*]Behavior: [i]Rosea[/i] are the easiest trees to handle by far. Incredibly calm and easy to train at almost all times except breeding, they are the recommended beginner tree for new tree owners.[/LIST] [*][i]Sanguis[/i] Phase (Blood Phase) [LIST] [*]Behavior: [i]Sanguis[/i] phase individuals are incredibly rare and, in fact, are not an official variant. Significant enough to warrant mention, any Lemon Tree can enter sanguis phase for a short time. The cause of this change is unknown, but is marked by a shift in the color of the fruit's flesh and a change in flavor.[/LIST] [/LIST] [center][u]Size and Type Variations:[/u][/center] [LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco Original[/i] (Wildclaws) [LIST] [*]The original trees. Though the origin of the other mutations is unknown, many theorize that all of the new variations somehow evolved from the original pair. [*]Behavior: [i]Originals[/i] are the most unpredictable and the most influenced by their fruit variation. Most of their behavior depends on the fruit variant as well as how others treat the tree. They tend to live alone, in pairs, or, on occasion, small groups. Though some will tolerate the presence of other Lemon Tree variants, many appear to prefer the company of other [i]Originals[/i] and may get aggressive if another variant draws too near. Some [i]Originals[/i] can also be rather territorial, flinging lemons at unknown dragons who come near their home. [/LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco XL[/i] (Imperials) [LIST] [*]The first size variant discovered, these trees grow to massive sizes. Their fruit often reflects this; they produce the largest lemons on record. However, due to the sheer size, the lemons produced by [i]XL[/i] individuals take far longer to grow and often have a milder flavor than fruit produced by the [i]Originals[/i] and [i]XS/Bonsai[/i]. [*]Behavior: [i]XL[/i] are the most standoffish and territorial of the size variants, as well as the least affected by their fruit variant. Typically rather calm, most prefer to simply lay in one place and slumber for weeks on end, only moving if threatened or if their resting place no longer suits their needs. The least tolerant of any other variant, most [i]XL[/i] prefer to live alone or with their selected mate. One of the few things that can awaken and enrage an [i]XL[/i] is the presence of another Lemon Tree. Strangely, they do not seem to mind dragons and other animals approaching them and living in their territory, usually regarding them with a cold indifference. [/LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco XS/Bonsai[/i] (Veilspuns) [LIST] [*]A recent variation, these small trees resemble bonsai. They often like living around larger Lemon Trees - often to the dismay of said trees - and produce their own fruit. Compared to other Lemon Tree lemons, those produced by [i]XS/Bonsai[/i] are small, with the largest growing to normal lemon size. However, the fruit still packs a flavorful punch. [*]Behavior: [i]XS/Bonsai[/i] tend to be the friendliest and most social, often congregating in groups of varying sizes. They appear to enjoy the presence of other Lemon Tree variants, often attempting to perch on the larger trees with varying levels of success. Easy to maintain, these trees may tolerate being kept indoors as long as they have access to light, water, and anything else they might need. [/LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco Heims[/i] (Tundras) [LIST] [*]The most recent variation, first observed during a particularly chilly winter. It is unknown what caused the spontaneous growth of moss-like fur on these trees, but the result is a variant that thrives even in the Southern Icefield. These trees produce fruit similar in flavor to those produced by [i]Originals[/i]. Oddly enough, the fruits never fully freeze no matter the temperature and, when fresh from the tree, produce a warm juice that can be used to rejuvenate nearly anything suffering from hypothermia. Furthermore, the mossy fur can be used to make warm clothing or even cooked and eaten. It has a bit of a lemony scent and taste no matter how it is prepared. [*]Behavior: [i]Heims[/i] are the most mellow of the trees, but also the least loyal. They often like to flock together with their own kind, huddling like penguins in the winter and herding like sheep or goats in the summer. Although somewhat more skittish, they are also rather curious and will carefully approach anything and everything... usually as a group. Due to their relatively docile nature, they are the ideal trees for young hatchlings; even the [i]Heims[/i] var. [i]Conditus[/i] tend to behave more like the [i]Rosea[/i] variant of the other LemonTree species, and they aren't even aggressive when breeding. Wearing clothing made with [i]Heims[/i] moss can help gain the trust of one of these trees more quickly... but don't wear an [i]Heims[/i] moss sweater around an [i]Original[/i] or [i]XL[/i] - they'll likely attack. [/LIST] [*][i]Citrea Arbordraco Avon[/i] (Skydancers; by @Jaxtheguardian) [LIST] [*]A new variant of Lemon trees recently discovered by Aine. [i]M/Avon[/i] Lemon trees, also referred to as [i]Avaloons[/i], produce larger lemons then most and are found normally when temperatures start to rise. With [i]Avons[/i] being the largest other than the [i]XL[/i] variant, their lemons are normally used for juicing as well as extracting the oil within. [i]Avon[/i] trees can also produce their fruit 2-3 times a year depending on how well they've been taken care of. [i]Avons[/i] prefer to be around other trees and will noticeably wilt if kept alone. This variant of Lemon tree is suited for either beginning growers or those who have a large Orchard already. [*]Behavior: [i]Avons[/i] are chatty and prefer the company of multiple trees. This can be any variant as [i]Avons[/i] are just social trees. An Orchard keeper could find their [i]Avons[/i] actually singing with trills and chirps since they can't form actual speech. Most compare [i]Avons[/i] to birds due to this trait. [i]Avons[/i] aren't picky with their mates and can normally be found with them. Unlike the [i]Originals[/i] and [i]XL[/i], [i]Avons[/i] would prefer flight over fighting. Most who have defensive trees have found that the [i]Avon[/i] variant is better for scouting due to their playful nature. Because of this, most have found that unlike the [i]Heim[/i] variant, [i]Avon[/i] leaves are best used for camouflage, though they don't produce as much in the winter. [/LIST] [/LIST] ----- [center][i]For LemonTrees trained to Level 25:[/i][/center] [LIST] [*][b]WARNING:[/b] Some trees, even [i]Roseas[/i] and [i]Heims[/i], go through a phase of aggression. Time spent in this phase varies for each individual, lasting from a day to several months. At this time, trees act almost as aggressive as they do when breeding, often disappearing for hours or days at a time. Researchers are unsure of what the trees do during this time, but many notice a small decline in wildlife populations as well as an increase in attacks on other dragons. Furthermore, this behavior correlates with the growth of blood lemons on the trees. [/LIST] ----- [center][u]Color Requirements:[/u][/center] [LIST] [*]Primaries: Caramel-Auburn [*]Secondaries: Spruce-Moss [*]Tertiary: Lemon [/LIST] [center][u]Gene Requirements (Original, Heims & XL):[/u][/center] [LIST] [*]Primaries: Bar, Giraffe, Laced, Pinstripe [excluding Tan, Clay, Soil], Ripple, Speckle, Tapir, Tiger [*]Secondary: Freckle [*]Tertiary: Keel [/LIST] [center][u]Gene Requirements (XS):[/u][/center] [LIST] [*]Primaries: Giraffe, Laced, Shell, Tapir [*]Secondary: Vivid [*]Tertiary: Branches, Thorns [/LIST] [center][u]Elements & Eye Types:[/u][/center] [LIST] [*]Elements: Any (Fire or Nature preferred) [*]Eye Types: Any [/LIST] [center][u]Skins and Accents: [/u] [size=2]These dragons go well with the following:[/size] [skin = 34631] [skin = 26639] [skin = 37997] [skin = 37998] [skin = 38662] [skin = 36961] [skin = 39564][/center] ----------

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010397202317352/lts_-_httylt.jpg[/img] by Bane & Buckthorne Edited by Philemon & Zarazsti:[/center] -------- [LIST] [*][b]Care:[/b] [i]Research in Progress[/i] - Lemon Trees are incredibly low maintenance. Able to walk around unlike other plants, they are fully capable of watering themselves and seeking out areas with better soil. [LIST] [*][i]Feeding:[/i] It is unknown if the Lemon Trees eat anything; not one has been observed consuming food, but odd bite marks have been noticed on plants and even animals in areas where a Lemon Tree is known to live. However, attempts to feed the trees always fail and attempts to collect a bite impressions lead to the incredibly upset trees flinging lemons at the researchers. [*][i]Watering:[/i] Lemon Trees are capable of finding enough water for themselves, but if you wish to keep them close by, it is best to provide a water source. It is unknown if the Lemon Trees drink or absorb water through roots, though it appears to be the latter as simple water troughs do not seem to satisfy them. Those wanting to own a Lemon Tree should consider if there are any nearby lakes, ponds, or rivers for the tree to use; if there are none, they will have to find a way to provide water to the tree or it will leave. [LIST] [*][i]Note:[/i] The trees seem to greatly enjoy rain. Giving yours a quick sprinkling every now and then will likely help you gain the tree's affection. [/LIST] [*][i]Housing:[/i] They're trees. Sapient trees. Have you ever tried getting a tree to go inside a building or shelter? Besides, they really like rain, so unless you're getting a hurricane or something you shouldn't be forcing them to go inside. [LIST] [*][i]XS/Bonsai[/i] and [i]Heims[/i] variants may be exceptions. [i]XS/Bonsai[/i] may tolerate the indoors if provided with everything they need, though most still prefer the outdoors. [i]Heims[/i] should be kept indoors or have their fur trimmed if the temperature outside exceeds that which the tree can safely handle. One can tell if a [i]Heims[/i] tree is overheating as it will usually look wilted and lethargic. Showering it with cool water is another alternative if the tree cannot immediately be brought into a cooler environment. [/LIST] [*][i]Training:[/i] Somehow, the trees can be trained. This suggests intelligence and memory. Training is best accomplished through rewards, but since the trees so far won't eat treats, trainers must get creative with their rewards. As previously mentioned, the trees like being strinkled with water and some even appear to like being petted. A tree can even be trained to take a rider or to carry or pull weight, but adequate precautions and equipment must be used to avoid injuring the tree. If the tree gets injured doing a task, it will likely refuse to do the task again. [LIST] [*]Reward-based training is highly suggested. Though the trees can clearly feel discomfort and pain, aversive training methods are not recommended for several reasons: the tree will likely hate you forever, fight back, leave, or all of the above. [/LIST] [*][i]Fertilizing:[/i] Some researchers have attempted to use fertilizer to enrich the soil for the trees. This does not always work as some of the trees avoid the fertilized area. Perhaps they don't like it? [LIST] [*][i]Note:[/i] If the soil quality in an area isn't good enough, the trees might leave the area. This makes trees that don't like fertilizer more difficult to care for, but as long as you live in a fertile area with enough water, even those will stick around. [/LIST] [*][i]Fruit Alterations:[/i] Over time, the Lemon Trees seem to have adapted and branched off into several variations. Some, such as the pink lemon trees, are thought to have formed after farmers exposed some trees to different fertilizers for extended amounts of time. Other fruit variants, most notably the blood lemons, are more mysterious for various reasons.[/list] [*][b]Growth:[/b] Growth from seedling to full size takes around as long as the average Wildclaw or Imperial takes to grow from hatchling to dragon, though [i]XS/Bonsai[/i] and [i]Heims[/i] may grow faster. However, even young Lemon Trees will produce fruit. [LIST] [*][i]Note:[/i] Lemons from younger trees are incredibly inconsistent. Some are tasteless while others produce a significantly stronger flavor than anything an adult tree has produced. However, all of the fruit look the same, so you'll have to guess and hope you don't get an overwhelmingly spicy or sour lemon. Better to just wait for the tree to grow and its fruit to stabilize. Age at which this occurs seems to vary.[/LIST] [*][b]Breeding:[/b] [i]Research in Progress[/i] - Research is challenging, but there appear to be notable differences in breeding between the four types. One almost uniform occurrence is that parent trees, even incredibly mild-tempered ones, become rather protective of their saplings, though this varies between pairs and variants. [LIST] [*][i]Originals[/i] are somewhat simple to breed once a pair is created, though once the saplings appear the parents become incredibly aggressive. They appear to prefer raising and protecting their offspring for several days or weeks, often becoming easier to separate as the saplings grow older. If not separated purposely, the saplings will eventually wander off on their own. It is recommended to separate them before the saplings leave their parents' territory, as the saplings may become difficult to locate afterwards. [*][i]XL[/i] are the most difficult to breed by far. Individuals can be incredibly territorial towards other trees, making creating a pair rather risky. Failed pairings often result in death of one tree as well as damage to the victor as it is impossible to break up the fight. Even if a pair is created, the breeders must be incredibly careful and vigilant; any offspring must be removed from the parents within days as the parents may later view them as trespassers and attack their own nest. [*][i]XS/Bonsai[/i] are among the easiest to breed. As they often live in small groups, it is unknown if they choose a specific mate as the other trees do. The group typically raises and defends all saplings together, making separating the saplings from the adults the toughest part of breeding [i]XS/Bonsai[/i]. However, since they are very small, it is not an overly dangerous process as long as appropriate eyewear is worn to protect against lemon juice. [*][i]Heims[/i] are by far the easiest to breed. Similar to other trees, these individuals often take only one mate. Given their mellow nature, separating the saplings from the parents is rather simple after gaining the parents' trust. It is recommended to separate them over the course of several days rather than suddenly as the latter may result in breaking the trust and more aggressive behavior in the future. [/LIST][/LIST] ----------- [center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010395154972722/lts_-_htcwl.jpg[/img] Hosted by SuperPizza [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/65563993][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/rendern/350/655640/65563993_350.png[/img][/url] "Ciao, ciao!" the Snapper calls, waving at you with a stubby forelimb. "Welcome to cooking with SooperrrPizza! I am-a de chef, SooperrrPizza! Today, I will show you ow to cook with tis lemon-a and den tell you some tips forrr cooking with tis lemon-a!" He gestures to a somewhat large lemon on the cutting board in front of him, then points at a bowl of assortedly weird lemons to the side. Somewhat puzzled, you decide to stay and see what the chef had to say. "So tis lemon-a... when cooking, oose like any other lemon-a! OOnless when cooking crrrab. Den don't oose tis lemon-a. OOse norrrmal lemon-a. Tis lemon-a no good for crrrab. Viery arrrd to make crrrab good with tis lemon-a. Tis lemon-a can... oohhhh... rrrooin! Sì, its lemon-a can rrrooin crrrab. "If you still want to know ow to make crrrab with tis lemon-a, I tell you! “De secrrret to cooking crrrab with tis kind of lemon is-a viery complex-a. De lemon moost be picked at an extrrremely prrrecise time; chefs can spend months orrr yearrrs with a singoolarrr trrree seeking tis time; it is different between individooal trrrees-a. Also, some trrrees cannot make de necessarrry lemon-a. “To sooccessfoolly cook crrrab with dese lemons-a, you moost pick a lemon at its absoloote prrrime. OOsing a lemon tat is-a too old and spicy or sweet will lead to de crrrab meat to melt away. It is a... a foul-a, boorrrning liquidy goop afterrr. OOsing a lemon tat is-a too young will lead to a sooperrr sourrr flavorrr-a, but when ferrrmented tis is-a popoolarrr with some drrragons. “RRReal-ly, if you don’t know what you’rrre doing and want to cook crrrab-a, joost oose a rrregoolarrr lemon-a, ya?” "Tat's all forrr cooking with tis lemon-a with SooperPizza! Ciao!" ------- [/center]

[center][img]https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/796860013083230259/798010397738270730/lts_-_mas.jpg[/img] ------- [img]https://i.imgur.com/1nXXQDW.png[/img] [img]https://i.imgur.com/rHSS5O4.jpg[/img] By me [img]https://i.imgur.com/Py1gxHQ.png[/img] From Jurassic Park, edited by me [img]https://i.imgur.com/dCbgWo2.gif[/img] From ATLA ------- [/center]