#roo stuff

Since everyone else is doing it... *mothifies my Mirth* uwu

The first ref always sucks butt, its abt time i redoodled one for him .p.

I was gonna give him monarch like patterned wings even tho he's a moth not a butterfly, but that would have been funny bc... bc hes part of a monarchy... it'd be like a pun... im very funny u3u

Its a whole dimension! Welcome to Aethelara! ✨️

General notes

● Aethelara is run by 9 god-like entities the citizens call “spirits”

● Spirits are all kin despite appearances

● Spirits have absolute reality bending powers

● Aethelara runs mostly on dream physics

Info on the present species

● all to most light world creatures typically have a number of common traits that link them to the dimension, those being the lack of a visible mouth (an absolute trait with the only exceptions being zolinds and roos), large, typically single color eyes that may occasionally have colored irises but never visible pupils (an absolute trait with the only exceptions being zolinds and roos), long fur running from their head to the end of their tail (potential trait), and often large horns or antlers (potential trait)

● the only exceptions to the mouth/eyes rules are zolinds, roos, and spirits if chosen

● the lack of visible mouths does not mean these creatures cant consume things, when they want to eat their face will split open usually where the creature it resembles most would normally have a mouth until they are done, when their mouth then seals again, this process is not painful

● they do need to consume to survive though are capable of going long periods without

● spirits do not need to consume for survival but may for pleasure or entertainment

● Aethelarians are typically tall humanoids around 10 ft. in height, potential traits one may have are large avian-like wings and 1-3 sets of lopped ears on the side of their head. Absolute traits include long prehensile tails with a tuft of hair at the end, feline-like paws and human-like hands with five digits (these are Aethelarian type A)

● the Aethelarian type above may not have horns, antlers, or fur along their backs, they may and often have hair like humans

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● there is another form of Aethelarian which are humanoids typically 5-6 ft. in height, they resemble dream catchers and may have similar antlers and fur along their spines, though they may also lack these features(these are Aethelarian type B)

● all Aethelarians are omnivorous

● spirits may resemble an Aethelarian, though are not the same species

(Images to be added)

● dream catchers are tall deer-like creatures, they are used by the Aethelarians as a food source, for transportation, and companionship, they may grow to be around 16 ft In height (fir reference thats as tall as an average giraffe), they have arched backs and legs that end in sharp points rather than hooves, paws, or feet, despite their odd structure they are ridden normally and may move similar to a deer, they have antlers and fur along their spines, dream catchers are herbivorous

● direserphs are large mammals with elongated snake-like bodies featuring 6 legs, 4 front, 2 hind, and 4-toed paws. they have backwards pointing horns 10-12 ft in length and fur along their spines, they are typically around 25 ft in height and 50-58 ft in length, they have 4 ears, 2 on each side of the head, these creatures are used for hunting, riding, and companionship, they are carnivorous

● zolinds are an extraterrestrial species native to one of Aethelara's two moons Azalea. (More on zolinds to be added)

(Image will be updated later)

(More species to be added)

Size reference

More on the spirits

The spirits are commonly referred to by their role (Ex. The spirit of the void) and don't have one true name, however through rough translations or accepted suggestions from visitors, common names have been assigned to each, though really they go by many

Spirit of the void - Ace (translated)

Spirit of life - MoonBlossom (suggested)

Spirit of cosmology - Noxus (suggested)

(Noxus belongs to @techno-toister)

Spirit of the light - Jadex (translated)

Spirit of the tide - Nahku (translated)

Spirit of the land - Lillith (suggested)

Spirit of the flame - Zac (altered translation)

The twin spirits of magic - Oreo (suggested by one visitor who thought they were being cute)

Spirit of the wind - Snowy (suggested)

The environment/kingdom

● the spirits live spread between two large castle/palace structures called the Light spire and the Void spire (Nahku being an exception as he lives in a cavd on the farside of the kingdom), each spire is placed on opposing sides of the kingdom

● Aethelarians typically live in a relatively small city/town area between the two spires, the city/town is deeply connected to the nature around it, though it is well maintained

● in the city/town there are farms, marketplaces, and communal clearings where city/town meetings and large events and rituals may be hosted

● they city/town has significant flora and fauna present throughout and build around such rather than over/through it, flora and fauna is not to be destroyed or removed for building but it may be permissible for farming

● there are various streams that run throughout the city/town

● the environment is very colorful and vibrant and many plants are in unusual colors (trees with pink or blue leaves, violet patches of grass, etc.)

● there are large mountainous regions around the main territory with large caves and bodies of water throughout, many have snow

● the main city/town expands onto a portion of the mountains

(Will add maps/imagery)

Notable locations are:

The light spire

The void spire

Dream catcher training area

Entry to the wanderers library (there are two entry points)

The Aethelarian's library

The marketplace

Townsquare

Nahku's cave

Aethelarian customs and behavior

● by nature Aethelarians are very curious, gentle, and empathetic, they are a notoriously peaceful race

● the spirits of the void and life are of higher status than the rest, though equal to each other

● when entering Aethelara visitors will always appear in a shallow body of water

● when entering Aethelara all visitors clothes and carried items will be removed, items may not be brought into or out of the light world without prior permission from a spirit

● Aethelarians are very physically affectionate with one another and the fauna around

● Aethelarians have a close familial bond with the dream catchers and show deep respect and care for them

● clothing can vary and is often only chosen based on the specific Aethelarians preferences rather than status, some will only wear a loincloth and chest wrap, others will wear long dresses or robes typically of silk

● spirits choices in clothing or nudity will vary between them as well

● Aethelarians and spirits may wear jewelry consisting of gold, silver, pearls, and gemstones (most commonly diamonds or opals)

● the spirits interact often with the Athelarians

● Aethelarians may be allowed voting privileges for large changes and ideas which are taken seriously and are highly valued by the spirits, voting takes place outside the Light spire

● music and artistry are large aspects of Aethelarian culture

Outside interaction

● some spirits and Aethelarians often travel to other dimensions to explore and study

● they are normally docile unless provoked, aggressive behavior can be expected if provoked but they would often rather leave the scene instead

● visitors to Aethelara are welcome and often encouraged so long as they follow the rules and customs, and behave appropriately and respectfully

● often visitors may be greeted by a spirit if deemed important or interesting (more often than not this is Jadex)

● visitors may request a tour, clothes, and food and if polite their requests may be granted

● visitors may not enter the Light or Void spire grounds or Nahku's cave

● visitors are otherwise free to explore

● visitors are free to enter the library to study

● (determine time visitors are allowed to stay)

Tiny Oliver and his giant wife who hes smitten for

Kiss or Diss

Your side of the crackship ;P

Oh thank u sm for this opportunity

Bloody pounces on Buck/Styx and kisses the heck outta them the first chance it gets

All while Bloodmoon sits in the corner watching jealously

Height chart is done ✨️

At least until i have more critters to slap on there .p.