Traits

Note: This trait is currently limited to: Mantibab, Skullcracker, Leloko, Pawbird, Poffee

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• Trait:  

  🔹 Adds a set of seashell-like horns to your Crederian
  🔹 Seashells should follow classic shell patterning and colors. 
  🔹 Icons should all be 1 color, with the exception of "sprinkle", which allows for a multicolored pattern.
  
  ❗ Mantibabs with this trait should still have striped horns and follow standard color rules. Their horns may not be purely white but may gradient to it.

Note: This trait is currently limited to: Mantibab, Skullcracker, Leloko, Pawbird, Poffee

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• Trait:  

  🔹 Adds a set of straw-shaped horns to your Crederian
  🔹 Straws should be diagonally striped and end in a swirl at the center of their flat ends. 
  
  ❗ Mantibabs with this trait should still have striped horns and follow standard color rules. Their horns may not be purely white but may gradient to it.

Note: This trait is currently limited to: Mantibab, Skullcracker, Leloko, Pawbird, Poffee

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• Trait:  

  🔹 Replaces your Crederians horns with a set of sea stars!
  🔹 Stars may be smooth with 1 - 3 simple nubs or have 1 - 3 spikes along each arm.
  🔹 Stars may resemble real-world 5-pointed starfish to an extent (thinner or thicker arms, slightly longer, slightly shorter)
  🔹 The stars are firm, with slight give if you were to press a finger against it.
  
  ❗ The seastars are neither alive nor made of the normal component of horns, it's a strange in between. 
  ❗ The stars cannot move. 

Note: This trait may not be used on Kanti but are applicable to any other Crederian species.

A pair of horns resembling twisted candy in both shape and banding. A trait so similar to the actual candy that Crederians bearing it might find some younglings attempting to snack on them! 

•  Trait:

  🔹 Two white "candy cane" shaped horns apper atop your Crederian's head covered in stripes that may come in 1 - 3 vibrant colors.
  🔹 The curved portion of the horn may face any direction.
  
  ❗ Stripes may be thick bands or an alternating thick + thin banding. 
  ❗ Horns may be composed of thin banding on non-mantibab species. 

Examples

Note: This trait is currently limited to Skullcrackers and Pawbirds.

A series of horns sound off over the horizon... are we in danger? No! It seems the festive cavalry is in town. Noel offers the gift of song (or sound for the less musically inclined).

•  Trait:

  🔹 Two metallic instrumental horns appear at the top of your skullcracker's head. 
  🔹 Horns may have a mouthpiece, valves, or metallic "caps" where those pieces would normally lie. These optional features may be functional (i.e. you blow into the mouthpiece and can play the horn)
  🔹 Horns may be colorfully decorated on the inside and may have etchings or paint-like markings on the outside.
  🔹 Decorative rings or other simple metallic embellishments are welcome
  
  ❗ Horns should be simply curved and cannot coil (akin to a french horn)
  ❗ Horns may be gold, rose-gold, bronze, brass, silver, or copper.  The insides may be painted any colors!
  
  

Examples

Note: This trait is currently limited to Skullcrackers and Pawbirds.

Noel's coat is covered in bells of all sorts, and  from time to time a lucky Skullcracker might find one offered to them as a token of gratitude for a good deed done. "Make a wish and it might just come true, this token will bond with you once you do."

•  Trait:

  🔹 A pair of metallic horns adorn your skullcracker's head. These horns have bell-like cut-outs along them that whistle melodically when it's windy and give off a jingle when shaken. 
  🔹 The jingles range from twinkling to clanging depending on the SC and though most are unobtrusive, may be muffled by tying a ribbon or other soft cloth around them
  🔹 While most holes must be connected with a line, a few "decorative" holes are allowed.
  🔹 Holes may be circular, clover-like, oblong, square, diamond, or triangular in shape. Please avoid intricate shapes.
  
  ❗ All connecting lines should be straight and featureless (i.e. no zigzagging, swirling, stitching, etc)
  ❗ Horns may be gold, rose-gold, bronze, brass, silver, or copper. 
  ❗ Skullcrackers bearing this trait may include cut-outs (mirroring the ones on their horns) on their helm!
  ❗ Pawbirds bearing this trait may include cut-outs on their faces in the same metallic texture as their horns. (As though the cut-outs were reserved and placed onto their faces)
  
  

Examples

A rare style of...."horns" that seemingly have a mind of their own! These tendrils are cool to the touch, with a slick sort of feeling despite there being no moisture on them. The tendril horns are peculiar, though no pawbird would bat an eyelash meeting someone who happened to bear them. Most emotions are enhanced by the tendrils reactive nature.

Trait:

• 3 - 6 Tendrils appear along the top of the head. Each pair matches in size and shape with one another. 
• Pairs may be different sizes from another pair. 
• Sizes range from 1ft - 3 ft (roughtly ending at the base of the neck at the longest)
• Tendrils can be designed with any markings naturally available to pawbirds and can be treated like any other part of their deisgn.
• Tendrils can stand tall, droop, or be held in a particular pose without issue. 

• Tendrils should not be so small that they could not curl at least once.

A rare style of...."horns" that flutter in the wind. These ribbon-like extensions are smooth and velvety, composed of the same material as their arm cloaks when they're "unzipped". These ribbons flow gently in response to brain activity, fluttering quickly when in deep thought or when the brain recieves a physical or emotional shock.

Trait:

• Two ribbons 1 - 4 feet in length. (reaching the upper part of the torso/lowest point of the pecs)
• Ribbons can be designed with any markings naturally available to pawbirds and can be treated like any other part of their deisgn.
• Ribbons can be tied like a normal bow, as well as be accessorized to dangle stylishly. Ribbons can handle about 2lb of weight without straining.

• Ribbons should not reach the pawbird's waist if pulled down.

A rare style of...."horns" that function as another set of (short) limbs! These tentacle-like limbs are capable of pushing, bracing, pulling, or holding objects up to 20lbs and are able to get traction with their slightly tacky diamond shaped "pads" along the front or underside.   

Trait:

• Feelers may be a 1 - 2 feet in length (Depicted is near max length, but could be depicted slightly longer)
• Feelers can be designed with any markings naturally available to pawbirds and can be treated like any other part of their deisgn as long as their diamond pads are a distinct feature.
• Each feeler should have 2 - 4 diamond-shaped pads (distinctly outlined) on the front of the limb. These pads may be placed near the top, bottom, or have a little space in between each one. 
• Feelers can rest on the head along the front, back, side, or curl and coil if the pawbird wishes to hold them in that position. These feelers can be fully moved around.

A rare style of...."horns" that seemingly have a mind of their own! The Antennae horns are soft and squishy to the touch and curl and sway in relation to the pawb's own moods. These peculiar antannea have the strength to hold no more than two pounds of weight. (A hammer, a half-filled bag of oranges, a bottle of fizzy drink, etc)

Trait:

• Antennae may be a half foot to two feet in length (Depicted is near max length, but could be depicted longer)
• Antennae can be designed with any markings naturally available to pawbirds and can be treated like any other part of their deisgn.
• Antennae can stand tall, droop, or be held in a particular pose without issue. 

• Antannea should not reach the pawbird's chest if pulled down.

A rare set of horns that is the result of a brittle gem enchantment. Most attempts at merging crystal and flesh are failures, and the few that do manage it are extremely fragile, often resulting in breakage before they step out of the door. The mere act of successfully transmutating horn to crystal has caused these horns to be very eye-catching regardless of the fragility.

Trait:

• Gemstone horns may be depicted as faceted or smooth crystal, but will need to have a clearly broken appearance to the tops. 
• Gemstone horns may appear like any real-world gemstone that is somewhat transparent with very few limitations.

• Opaque gemstones are not able to be used for these horns: Turqoise, Jade, Jasper, Lapis Lazuli, etc.

A rare set of horns that towers above the Pawbird's head in a grand display. These horns have multiple prongs that curve out from the base and are often decorated with metal caps. 

Trait:

• Horns may be depicted bare or decorated with metal caps at the end of a point.
• Horns can blend seamlessly against a pawbird's head, or have a clear line at the base to distinguish them.
• Horns may be patterned.

• The horns themselves cannot be depicted as metal without the appropriate trait.
• Prongs cannot twist or coil, but may curve or curl gently.

A rare style of...."horns" that extend delicately from the head and curve behind the head and around the ears. This pair of horns is mostly solid to the touch, but sometimes when a Pawbird is upset, angry, or feeling a strong emotion you can see them tremble in response. The tips of these horns can be seen curling and uncurling a little when a pawbird is happy!

Trait:

• Horns should curl around any set of ears but can be designed looser or tighter than depicted.
• Horns can be designed with any markings naturally available to pawbirds and can be treated like any other part of their deisgn.

• Horns should not have any separation between them and the pawbird's head.

A rare set of horns that are largely regarded as "grand" due to their size and delicate curves that give the pawbird a regal appearance. These horns are often decorated with metal caps at the end of each point.

Trait:

• Horns should curve in an S shape, with the base or end curving up or down. 
• Horns may have 3 - 6 prongs along the top or bottom of each horn that should be parallel to one another. 
• Horns may blend seamlessly against the skull or have a clear line distinguishing them as horns.

• Horns should not twist or have a coiling shape other than a simple S.

A rare style of horn that calls back to fables of old in a wholly pawbird way. Pawbirds often decorate this horn with bangles, rings, gems, caps, and dangling chains to enhance their look.

Trait:

• The horn should be seamless and extend directly from the forehead.
• Horn may be straight or slightly curved back.
• Horn may have spots or markings also found on the pawbird's body.

• Horn should not have any separation from forehead to horn.
• Horn should not have any lines indicating texture on it at all and should be smooth.

A rare set of horns composed of three horns set in a crown formation on the head. These horns are striking, with many pawbirds taking extra care to polish and maintain the natural shine. Pawbirds enjoy decorating this style of horn with bangles, rings, gems, and other delicate accessories.

Trait:

• Three horns set in a crown formation on the forehead.
• The middle horn should always be largest and set furthest down the forehead.
• Horns may be seamless against the head or have a clear separation a few inches above the base.
• Horns can be straight or slightly curved back.
• Horns may be fairly short or up to 1.5 feet in length. The example shown is the maximum length.

• Horns cannot point in wildly different directions and should remain mostly parallel to one another.

A rare set of horns that leaves a lasting impression on those who come across them. The large and rather sharp Stag horns are a sight to behold, with large curving horn extending front to back with curving or curling prongs extending from each one. These horns are heavy and yet pawbirds seem to carry them effortlessly.

Trait:

• Horns may be medium - large in size, with small - large prongs mirrored on each one. 
• 4 - 8 prongs may be applied along each horn.

• Curling shapes should be organic and not resemble any real-world iconagraphy (i.e. hearts, swirls, letters, closed circles)

A rare style of...."horns" that aren't horns at all. These large Feathers grow directly out of the top of the Pawbird's head and act as a gague of magical energy around them. Each strand of the feather is a mana receptor which causes these Pawbs to be quite sensitive to the magical leylines in the earth. Due to this feature, these feathers cause a pawbird to be revered in a sense; Considered wiser than most due to being attuned to the world in a significant way.

Trait:

• Feathers may be 1 - 2 feet in length (Depicted is near max length, but could be depicted longer)
• Feathers can be designed with any markings naturally available to pawbirds and can be treated like any other part of their deisgn.
• Feathers may curl, bend, droop, or resemble any real-world feather.

• Feathers should not coil or twist. 
• Feathers cannot move fluidly as they are rigid same as real-world feathers.
• Plumed Horns do not grant a Pawbird flight.