The Golden fuzzball

The place I dedicate to all thing dæmon

[idkaguyorsomething]

a support group for people with “unconventional” daemons. jeff with his flounder he has to carry everywhere in a huge tank. lois with her poison dart frog everyone is afraid to touch. sam with their elephant that’s the reason they can never go higher than two stories in most buildings.

[daemians-n-daemons]

A Daemon's Purpose

When I first became me (though I wasn't called Aza at the time), I had a purpose. I was going to be a daemon. Like in His Dark Materials. I was inspired by Pan and Lyra's relationship. My human would never be alone so long as I was there, and I would never be alone either in return. He needed me and that's why I was there.

There's an age, we don't remember when, where he didn't need me anymore. So I left. We barely remember it, but we know it was tearful. I said my goodbyes. I knew he was going to be okay without me. He didn't need me anymore.

Until he did again. He was realizing that he wasn't the woman he thought, and he was terrified. So there I was, back again. For him. Always for him. In the same way he had changed, so had I, in my time away. I changed my names and pronouns as well. I didn't have to, but it felt right. It felt like me.

After the chaos of transition settled, he didn't need me anymore and we agreed. I am not going anywhere. I am more than a purpose. I don't need to have one. He doesn't have to need me. I don't want to be away from him and he doesn't want me away either. So I stay. Needed or not. It's something that time away made me learn about myself. I don't need a purpose, I don't need a goal, I don't need to be needed. No amount of friends or healing or romantic love can replace me. I have value by the fact of my existence. I didn't need to go away back then and I don't need to go away now.

I am Aza. And it's all that I need to be.

[nighmares-art-and-stories]

Here are my drawings of my daemon, Aneira the Green Tree Python

Taglist:

@alaralee

[firstginger]

halloween daemon roundup

GHOST-FACED BAT, Mormoops megalophylla Bio: The ghost-faced bat in the southwestern United States to southeastern Brazil, most commonly in humid and arid regions near standing bodies of water where they'll prey on insects. They live in large, spaced-out colonies in caves or tunnels and at night can be seen vacating in large groups and dispersing to hunt. Like most bats, they use echolocation to feed and are insectivores; most of their diet is comprised of large-bodied moths and they notably have high dietary specialization. Unique to the ghost-faced bat, these creatures are excellent fliers as they catch insects high above the group, and they are also highly thermal sensitive. They're homeotherms, but their low basal metabolism makes it difficult for them to regulate their temperature below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, particularly for pregnant females who will cluster in the back of the cave to maintain warmth. They also appear to be environmentally sensitive as well considering fossils indicate that their range used to be much larger. They don't hibernate, enter torpor, or migrate, and physically they are known for the leaf-like skin flap that protrudes from their chin. Traits: Like most individuals with bat daemons, the ghost-faced bat soul is going to be relatively introverted but socially aware, amiable and conflict-avoidant, as well as opportunistic and persistent. Bats are great forms for xxFJ 5s and 6s, and the ghost-faced bat in particular seems to suit the IxFJ 6 very well. What's unique to this species of bat is their sense of specialization, determination, and sensitivity. The ghost-faced bat individual is going to be someone rather anxious particularly outside their comfort zone; they enjoy the feeling of knowing what's expected and having stability, and don't do well with spontaneity or surprises. While they're socially tolerant and find security in having people they can depend on and to not be in the spotlight, they're even less communal than other bat species. They value their personal space which make come from a place of avoiding too much vulnerability. How sensitive they are is key for them; they're easily overwhelmed and may be more emotionally sensitive than they let on. They're people of habit but within that niche they excel, their drive and determination really blossoming when something catches their interest or they know they can do well in it. However like most bats, they're also going to be humble, perhaps even unaware of their personal strengths.

BROWN-NECKED RAVEN, Corvus ruficollis Bio: The brown-necked raven is a common bird throughout northern Africa where it lives primarily in desert environments. These birds are scavengers, feeding on carrion, snakes, locusts, fish, grains, and fruits; they've also been observed to engage in cooperative hunting, both in the case of jointly cornering prey as well as driving off larger predators from their kill (kleptoparasitism). Even among humans, brown-necked ravens are aggressive pests and fearless when stealing food, only becoming cowed when confronted. Their nesting behavior is rather interesting due to the low tree density of their home range; they build their nests almost exclusively in shaded acacia trees and will defend their nest sites vigorously. Chick mortality is lowest when breeding earlier in the cool months, though some brown-necked ravens that breed later will nest beneath larger Egyptian vulture nests to utilize that nest's shade. As a diurnal homeotherm, the brown-necked raven has to employ strategies to stay cool in the desert heat; they're often observed with their heads bent to create insulation and enhance heat dissipation, and they tend to be more adaptable to arid environments than over species of raven. Finally, like other corvids, they're exceptionally intelligent and good at pattern-matching. Traits: Corvid daemons are known to be highly resourceful and adaptable, innovative and socially aware, as well as expressive and clever. Most MBTI typings put Ne/Ni high in their stack, fitting xNxPs and xNxJs. The brown-necked raven seems to fit the ENxP 3 or perhaps 7; they seem to lead with Ne, which reaches out to form connections and construct frameworks through doing things, making this individual come across as spontaneous and innovative. This is certainly a descriptor for the brown-necked raven soul. What sets these individuals apart from other corvid daemons is how hardy and adaptable they are. This person is capable of thriving in difficult situations; they exude confidence when they're around others, and are naturally talented at forming those connections that will enable them to excel. They're known for their boldness and assertiveness — it's not a stretch to say they may be manipulative when needed, as their highly opportunistic nature gives them a strong personality and an impulsive streak. While clever and good at pattern-matching, they likely tend more towards flexibility rather than rigid planning. They know what works for them but don't shy away from new opportunities, particularly if it seems like they'll yield high reward. Undoubtedly extroverted, these individuals are likely quite cliquish while also prioritizing their own individuality and success.

DEER MOUSE, Peromyscus Bio: Deer mice earned their name because of how they will jump when surprised and are also exceptionally agile and fast, notoriously more energetic than Mus musculus though are tamable. They're highly adaptable and have so many subspecies due to how readily they evolve to fit their environment from alpines to tropics. The diet of diet mice is adaptable as well; they are nocturnal and forage at night, preferring to be granivorous but will also eat fruits, invertebrates, and fungi as well, often foraging in shallow water due to their strong swimming skill. Like many rodents, they will cache their food particularly in the autumn months. Deer mice are solitary outside of breeding season and winter. They either occupy existing burrows or will build their own in tree cavities, and they fill their homes with plant fiber, fur, and feathers. In the winter months many deer mice will occupy a burrow to keep warm and may enter torpor, and in breeding months a monogamous pair will live together until the pups are weaned and dispersed, at which time one of the adults will leave. Deer mice are sedentary and remain in the same home range. They're also shy but expressive, communicating through vocalizations, grooming, foot stamping, and posturing. Traits: The deer mouse soul will share some traits innate to other small rodent individuals, such as being adaptable and resourceful, hardy and proactive, as well as perceptive and curious. Most often mice are considered xSxP 3s or 6s, and I think the deer mouse fits very well as an IxTP 6. They value self-sufficiency, security, and innovative, both reserved and cautious as well as agreeable and adaptable. This individual, like most small rodents, is going to be fairly high-strung and have an anxious streak. They crave familiarity and stability and don't experience a strong inclination to put themselves at risk. While being an innovative and inquisitive person, they prioritize a sense of adaptability in keeping themselves afloat and doing what they have to do rather than being spontaneous for the joy of it. They're highly flexible but prefer a simple life; they may be willing to be stubborn to protect their comforts and will adamantly speak up for their feelings in a safe environment, but when push comes to shove, they prefer to change course rather than buckle down. Socially, these people are going to be introverted but tolerant, perhaps someone difficult to truly get to know. They're cooperative but need their personal space and alone time — particularly when focused on work or their passions. They work hard and rest hard, most comfortable when thinking objectively and taking care of details.

HALLOWEEN CRAB, Gecarcinus lateralis Bio: Also known as the red land crab or whitespot crab, the Halloween crab lives high above the tide line along the coastal rainforests and mangroves of Central America. They live distant from the water in burrows they dig in soft soil, though they return to the ocean in the rainy season to release their eggs. Larvae will develop near the water, then migrate to land as juvenile crabs where they will spend their adult life. They're herbivores that feed on leaf litter, seedlings, detritus, and algae, though in captivity are opportunistic feeders. Halloween crabs can indeed be kept as pets, but are known for being both skittish and aggressive. They spend most of their time hidden in substrate and emerge at night to scavenge; they're solitary and territorial, and will not hesitate to use their claws when threatened. Their burrows can be up to five feet in length and they're also excellent climbers, known to be escape artists when kept in captivity. Traits: Crab daemons can be variable, but generally they can be described as independent but socially tolerant, determined and busy, as well as defensive and fickle. They tend to be xxTPs, often 3s, 4s, 5s, or even 9s for more placid species. The Halloween crab I do think would fit an IsTP 4 as they tend to be more withdrawn and self-focused, but also with a drive to figure things out on their own. These people absolutely come across as private and boundary-keeping, but they can be socially tolerant to those who have hung around in their space long enough and don't come with unnecessary drama. Halloween crab souls prioritize a peaceful, stable environment without any disruptions that distract them from their work or routines. They're hardworking people but also specialized and stubborn, preferring to only do what makes themselves feel accomplished and resistant to jumping through hoops. While they're more reserved and conflict-avoidant, crossing a boundary of theirs ignites their defensive and combative side. Still, a Halloween crab person will never bite off more than they can chew. They tend to be modest and down-to-earth like most land crab daemons, in no need of recognition and for that reason may have an aloof or even arrogant reputation. It's just as likely that these people may be more sensitive than they let on and may feel like an outcast, so it feels best for them to clam up and keep to their secure interests.

[kirjavas]

walking to lyra and will’s bench in the botanic garden to see a magpie land on top of the statue and stare at me... surreal straight out of book experience

[kirjavas]

looks like i found my dæmon

[warriormouse]

Getting my boy as a tattoo today absolutely buzzing

[warriormouse]

Here we go

[warriormouse]

Boom

[warriormouse]

Getting my boy as a tattoo today absolutely buzzing

[warriormouse]

Here we go

[warriormouse]

Getting my boy as a tattoo today absolutely buzzing

[stupidmangydaemon]

Akereo settled as a mule deer! This form was unexpected for both of us, as people tell us we give off the vibes of a jackal or wolf or a rat or something like that. We would never have expected a deer but that’s just how it turned out. 

[mechanical-sunchild]

Out of interest, how many of you have dæmons with an avian form of some sort?

Or a very small form (small enough to hold in one hand)?

[warriormouse]

Calhoun settled as a hazel dormouse.

[miedkha]

Sohnos

[jae-felidae]

Here’s a couple of edits I did a few months back where I tried to insert daemons into disney films.

[old-daemon-farts]

Our morning written as a story

A woman slumped forward at her desk, barely aware of the music playing, staring blankly at the work laid out on the screen before her. The longer she sat the heavier her breathing became, the weight of exhaustion pressing on her chest with each additional exhale. But she had to remain at her cold and disheveled desk. Work was necessary. A desert cottontail daemon stirred from under the chair as another wave overcame them.

I need to do something

The daemon thought, mostly to themself, but knew it would be enough to stir the same thoughts within their partner. But instead of helping it only caused frustration in the woman. The urge to “do something” only came across as needing to complete work, which was far, far from what Ashe had intended. They both needed to relax, and even if they lost out on their chance to sleep, they should enjoy their morning as best as possible. As her partner’s breath continued to drag the daemon’s became steady as their rabbit nose twitched in deep contemplation.

However, the mental fog was nearly impossible to push through and soon Ashe found themself slipping back into the same weary state as the woman. But right before it fully took grasp the blinds shifted next to their desk and a bit of light managed to reflect off the computer screen. This sparked just enough inspiration and with one last nose twitch a small bluebird seamlessly replaced the rabbit.

Rhea quickly flew up to the woman’s shoulder, gave a kiss on the cheek, and then proceeded to hop over to the window sill. She moved one of the blades over and pecked at a bright blue pot that barely fit next to her. The window sill was rather narrow but provided just enough room for a small plant to sun itself. Rhea was already rather fond of the ivy plant they had gotten a few short days ago. She gave a little trill of joy and then sent a wave of love through her connection to her partner. Even if exhausted the woman couldn’t help but feel a bit uplifted by her daemon’s joy. She stared at Rhea and then at the ivy and picked the pot up to admire the plant briefly before placing it back down and patting the bluebird’s head gently.

Then to Rhea’s disappointment her partner returned to staring blankly at the screen feeling just as dead as before. The bluebird sighed and gave in to her own exhaustion and was replaced by a much larger and gruff bird. Cayde was not the most attractive grackle around and he gave a dark chuckle on the small irony that he looked exactly as he felt. At least his partner looked deceptively more put together. He stared quietly at the woman who was busy trying to think of a clever comeback to the soft, good-humored jabs he was sending through their link.

He wasn’t creative, and he wasn’t energetic, and he wasn’t even a positive person. But he knew exactly what the woman was going through and what she went through all night. Even though all the daemons shared a single body Cayde and the woman were far closer than the others. In comparison to everyone else he didn’t want to do anything that morning, he had no interest in distracting his partner, inspiring her, or even promoting work. He just wanted to exist in the moment and accept everything they felt together. So, he did just that. Cayde moved to the keyboard and rested his feathered body right in the way of the woman’s hands. She couldn’t ignore him and she also couldn’t work.

The woman looked at him confused for a moment and then realizing what he was doing sighed deeply and joined in the simple experience of enjoying each other's company. Spending time with someone who didn’t need words to understand her, who didn't expect anything of her. They sat there, joking here and there, and being just as absolutely horrendously tired as before. But just as Ashe had intended from the start the woman was now happy. Their morning did not go according to plan and work would drag on but at least they had each other and that was what really mattered come the end of the day.

(I'm sorry if this was confusing at all. I am honestly just as tired as stated in this story. Same morning and everything. I just wanted to creatively share how our interactions went before writing this. I also made all my daemons share a single body, which is only slightly different than typical.)

[warriormouse]

This is a great idea and brilliant writing. I might try something like this.

[his-dark-materials-trilogy]

Posted on His Dark Materials Dustposting

[weshallbegolden-deactivated2026]

'Don' t you go before I do'.

[sundiscsandemptyciphers]

Summer daemonism project!

So, thought it would be a nice idea to have an activity to do over August to try and improve/challenge/explore our relationships with our daemons.

I will do a specific post on each challenge every week - feel free to do them outside of the specific timeframe allocated, though, and of course, no pressure to feedback on your experience but if you want to I think that would be really useful and interesting to share experiences. The hashtag is #summerdaemonismproject

Challenge 1

(1st August - 8th August)

The first challenge is fairly straight forward! Challenge yourself to spend a day where you project all the time (realistically, for most people, this will translate to "as much as possible" - don't worry if you don't actually project constantly for every waking hour, this is just about challenging yourself to project as much as you can).

A couple of tips that may be helpful:

- have something physically on your person eg. a bracelet that reminds you to project (or set your phone background to your daemon's form).

- don't worry too much about the quality of your projection because that will be draining; if you are projecting it's all good!

- pick a day where you aren't too busy or overwhelmed so you'll have the energy and focus for the challenge.

[auridae]

me: *getting overwhelmed over the same shit over and over again* auriel: *gently surrounds me with common sense, patience, and care* me: you are speaking a language i do not understand, sir