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((what did ask-simonpetrikov do????))

//it was this image of SQ and IK photoshopped on to a picture of a Nazi officer with bees and junk, which they meant to be funny, and didn’t take in to account that it might be offensive.

But once it was brought to their attention, they immediately took it down and apologized openly on their blog, but even still they’re receiving threatening messages for it.

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Hey sorry for the absence!

I'll be a bit out of touch on here until Thursday~ Spending time with some friends :3

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//pssst I found the biology/behavior whatnot for the OC if ya'll wanna read it :x

Dragons are known as one of the few species that is rarely found in the throes of modern civilization, despite their ability to shift in to a human shape. Most dragons live in the mountains and large valleys in “harems” governed by a single, dominant dragon that watches over his or her brood and land with great care. They are incredibly territorial, and are known to kill those that breach the sanctity of their homes without proper caution to their rules. Intelligent but instinctual, many have described the minds of dragons to be the most interesting of all the immortal beings known. While they are clearly very clever beings in their own right, most are known to react first to basic, primal urges before stopping to think about the situation beforehand, which is likely what makes them so very dangerous. They typically only choose to associate with their own kind, and even then only dragons that are a part of the harem in which they belong in. As dragons hold no true concept of sexuality, these groups are often a mix of males and females that – while able to breed with one another – answer mostly to a single leader, who can be of either gender themselves. These leaders are the strongest of the brood, and defend the territory viciously, and the more powerful the dragon, the larger the territory and harem. It is often a symbol of pride and strength in this particular race, and few young dragons will challenge one whose harem and land are large. While it is rare to find dragons amongst towns or cities, it isn’t impossible, though many find it difficult to adjust to the personalities of this ancient race. Dragons often attempt to apply their natural instincts to how they function in everyday life, and so it’s to be expected of them to collect willing individuals to become a part of their harem, fellow dragon or no. Vampires and other more sexually driven species are common members of such groups, and find themselves thriving quite nicely within the tight-knit collection. However, due to their territorial nature, dragons are known to do great harm to those who come near what they consider their own, and have been known to kill anyone who so much as glances at the members of their harems. To this day, law enforcement has had a great deal of trouble controlling the habits of the few dragons living in cities and towns, as these creatures rarely see reason to coincide with any law but their own, and are difficult to subdue when enraged. However, despite these complications, society is slowly learning how to evolve around dragons just as they have with the other races. There are now groups reaching out in order to help teach others the intricate yet fascinating language of dragons in the hopes that such violent incidents and miscommunications can be avoided. This method of communicating involves a series of different types of growling and body gestures that can help tell a member of this interesting race one’s position on mating, dominance, submission, or equality, and has even convinced many dragons to reciprocate the learning experience. By generously indulging in the dragon’s natural sense of curiosity and wonder, harmful situations involving these creatures has dropped significantly in recent years. While there is a large variety of dragon species, they do possess common, recognizable traits all throughout. For instance, adult dragons can grow up to at least fifty feet at the shoulder, forty feet in length, with wing spans between eighty and a hundred feet to accommodate their large frames. They have hollow bones, much like birds, for flight purposes, as well as organs used to store natural gases in order to take weight from their bodies. Many possess large horns that can come in many different shapes, and are often used in competitive displays against rivals. Dragons are shockingly fast healers, able to take heavy damage and recover quickly from injuries that would kill most other creatures. However, despite all of this, the main trait all dragons share has to do with one thing: Their gems. Placed directly in the middle of the forehead, dragons possess a fascinating gem that has been coveted by poachers and warriors for centuries. Coming in a variety of colors and sizes, a dragon’s gem is both its greatest strength as well as its most terrible weakness. It is said that a dragon’s entire mind, heart, and soul is contained in its gem, and by touching it, one can experience everything that makes the dragon who it is. From past experiences to their family’s make up, even their thoughts and feelings throughout their entire lifetime can be viewed if one can get close enough. Oftentimes a dragon can use this ability to do harm to or manipulate those that cause them trouble, however this ability is used with great caution, as by allowing anyone so close to them offers the chance to destroy them, as well. Experienced poachers know that, by damaging this gem, they are given the best chance to kill the dragon in question, and this can be done in a number of ways, such as cracking it physically or by corrupting their souls via one’s own willpower. But a dragon’s gem can also be used affectionately. Dragons often allow those closest to them, whether they are family or the top members of their brood, to come in contact with their gem. This is typically done by pressing their foreheads to that of their chosen partners, allowing the other to experience their emotions and thoughts, as well as showing their trust in the individual not to cause them harm. Also, during mating season, the light that comes from the gem can be used in dazzling displays amongst some species in order to attract suitable partners. Speaking of mating season, this occurs for dragons for roughly one month every spring. Brood lords and ladies take this time to satisfy their instinctual need to reproduce, and actively seek to mate with each member of their harem at least once during this time. Some theorize this also acts as a way for the brood lord or lady to fully bond with his or her harem every year, solidifying their responsibilities to the group. Of course, mating season is far more intense for brood lords and ladies than it is for the members of their harem, who are far more active during the nesting season, which happens immediately after mating season dies out. During nesting season, the harem works together in order to build nests and care for the eggs that are laid at this time. Brood lords and ladies typically spend much of their time away from the harem, keeping a close watch on the perimeter of their territory to ensure the safety of the eggs. Meanwhile, the group itself simultaneously cares for both the new eggs, each other, and the hatchlings that are born several weeks after. This aids in the bonding process of the harem as a whole, and many have observed that dragon harems are at their happiest during this time, and even non-dragons who find themselves members of these groups find a kind of blissful security every year when nesting season rolls around. During the summer months, dragons spend their time raising their hatchlings in preparation for winter, at which time many species will spend their time hibernating. In the fall, dragons hunt and scavenge almost endlessly to build up fat and stamina to withstand winter. Sadly, a large portion of the hatchlings raised may not be able to bulk up enough during the fall months, and their deaths are mourned in the coming spring when the group discovers them upon waking. Those that survive the first year, however, are celebrated as the strongest, and will be trained and taught how to survive on their own for the next fourteen years, at which time the hatchlings will be made to leave the harem in order to make or join their own. Until then, they are guarded fiercely, though in events where a hatchling may be outside of an adult's aid, they have their own defenses. While too young to breathe fire, infants possess razor sharp scales, which can be raised in defense much like a porcupine's quills, giving the dragon not only the illusion of size, but a nasty threat of injury, as well. Their scales dull down in adulthood, but older dragons will still raise their scales when threatened or startled, much like felines. Despite their tendency to occasionally bring in non-dragons as harem members, dragons – like many other egg-laying creatures – cannot breed outside of their race. Attempts to do so often end in miscarriage, as the mixed children can’t adapt to the parent’s body and the conflicting DNA, despite the dragon’s ability to shift in to a human shape. In consideration of their human forms, the shape is very rough, and in moments of intense emotion, dragons find themselves hard-pressed to keep it. Tell-tale signs of dragons amongst modern society are, first of all, the gem displayed on their foreheads, accompanied with vibrant eyes similar to that of a neko – pupils able to dilate to thin slits as well as expand to nearly encompass the iris – razor sharp teeth meant for tearing in to meat and flesh, as well as distinct claws. They’re typically quite large in build, with heights commonly in the six foot range for both males and females, and thick muscle. In regards to myths concerning their abilities with fire, it typically depends on the species you’re looking at. For example, northern spine-tails don’t breathe fire at all, but rather heat water in their stomachs to boiling levels, which is then spit at enemies to scorch and kill. Some species, like frilled ridgebacks, use the natural gases in their systems to suffocate and disorient victims in the foggy substance. If you want fire breathers, however, it’s best to look to dragons of the European and Asian variety, which are well known even in the cultures they live beside to use the stored helium within their gut to spit fire at potential threats. As mentioned, many of these talents require the use of natural gases such as helium and methane that dragons can produce in their systems. But of course these gases don’t come for free. Dragons need to consume enormous amounts of food in order to not only sustain their large bodies, but also to allow their bodies to produce these gases that aid them in matters of heat as well as flight. The gases are also used to keep dragons warm during their winter hibernation, so it’s advised to stay well away from these creatures during both the fall and early spring, as their appetite is nothing short of ravenous, and they are known to devour anything that walks in to their territory unannounced.

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//whispers I'm weak and prolly making another blog -cough-

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//resisting the urge to make yet another oc blog

not resisting very well

-flops-

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No but ill listen to it

//:D Awesome! It’s a good song, though I have you to thank for that lovely little stumble~ <33

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Off to work! :D

See ya'll later~

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PSA to let my mutuals know I literally read every roleplay you put up

//like seriously. I love learning about all of your characters. If my replies take a while, it's often because I'm so enthralled with learning more about all of you and the characters you've created or like to play.

So keep being awesome, guys.