Pendragon
The most dominant species to inhabit Ramath-lehi: the pendragons. These creatures are an anthropomorphic mix of feline, canine, and dragon. Because of their genetic makeup, the variety among these individuals is astounding.
Description
Pendragon colours can range dramatically. They've taken on all of the hues of the visible light spectrum. So it's not uncommon to see a green pendragon or even one with rainbow coloured stripes. Their body structure is a lot like Earth's wolf, although entwined with a lot of feline attributes (some even look a lot like Earth's big cats, or even like true mythological dragons). They usually have hair, sometimes even bladed hair, usually growing from the top of their heads that sometimes slinks down their backs like soft spikes.
Winged pendragons have also evolved for the skies. They're not as common as the ground and cave dwelling, but have started to increase in numbers. Their wings usually consist of a feather-like make up but some with leather, true dragon wings have also evolved out of the tangled mess. You could make up your own style of wings if you wish, it's just that "draconic" and "feathered" wings are more commonplace.
Both male and female pendragons are capable of telepathic thought-speak (sending messages into each other's minds). This is the preferred way of exchanging information.
Mostly all pendragons are marked with tattoos, usually on their left haunch though sometimes on the right. These are symbols that their parents thought would reflect the young pendragon's personality. Usually the parents consult a seer or someone else of that nature in order to gain insight as to what a young pendragon's symbol should be. Some players like to make up random designs for their character's tattoo, or even base them off of a specific creature or object.
Height and weight can vary greatly from pendragon to pendragon. Pendragons can be found in anything from mouse-like size, to even that of an elephant. But in this world, size doesn't really matter. Some pendragons even have the ability to change their size, so don't let them fool you.
Pendragons have large fangs for ripping and tearing. They are born carnivores, but some have slipped over and became omnivores (Some have even taken it as far as to become vegetarians). They have 36 teeth, large canines, just like that of a canine or feline, but their molars are more defined for grinding and chewing foods more thoroughly.
Pendragons are digitigrades, but their paws have evolved to become a little bit more than just that. They have longer "fingers" on their forepaws as well as a prehensile thumb which makes it easier for them to work and handle things. They have five "toes" or "fingers" on each forepaw and back paw. Embedded within the paws are thick retractable cat-like claws.
In a perfect world, pendragons would have no set life span. They grow more powerful as they age. They could live "forever" if it wasn't for set elements, murder, illness, and accidental deaths. The Graders have been secretly killing off all those that could pose a threat to their leadership. So the "set" life expectancy of any given pendragon is roughly 70-85 years.
Reproduction and Social Life
Pendragons lay eggs and can be considered as monotremes (Think platypus and echidna). They lay eggs much like a platypus, yet still hang around to suckle their young. The eggs need to be incubated and kept warm for roughly 40-50 days, about a quarter of a Ramathian year... during which time they would need to be protected by a parent until they hatched. Once hatched, the newborn's would need to be protected until they are able to take better care of themselves. Though a newborn's teeth would be able to defend itself successfully to some extent. Generally pups stay with their parents until they are 7 years old, then they are shipped off for schooling.
Pendragons live in family clans, or tribes (or by their lonesome). Usually consisting of a mother, father, and their young. Some exist in larger clans with sometimes three families or more. Some even prefer to be alone in remote regions of the world.
Habitat
Pendragons may be found just about everywhere on Ramath-lehi.
