Djinn
Basic Information
Anatomy
Djinn are highly intelligent, humanoid, draconidae. They have two legs, and two arms.
Biological Traits
Djinn have thin, tough skin that is naturally smooth. They have slight loose scaling around the shoulders, upper and lower back, elbows and knees, cheeks and nose. their skin is usually very dark blue in color.
Djinn have special gland-like organs embedded in their muscles and skin, 12 in their back, 3 in each arm, and 2 in each leg. These organs allow them to rapidly alter their own gravitational force in short bursts, allowing them to hover, glide, or slow their decent when falling; though the organs require time to build up the proper chemicals after each use. (See Dhugaphota)
Genetics and Reproduction
Djinn are draconian and reproduce via Ovoviviparity. Djinn pregnancy lasts 11 months.
Growth Rate & Stages
Djinn learn to crawl at 4-5 months, and to walk at 8-9 months. Djinn begin puberty from ages 12-13 y/o, and ends between 16-17 y/o. Djinn can live up to 130-140 years when not hindered by disease or ailment.
Ecology and Habitats
Djinn are an intelligent, sentient species and can survive in any environment. That said, Djinn tend to prefer humid climates near water.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Djinn lack prominent molar teeth, instead relying on their incisors and 3 pairs of canine teeth to bite food into small enough chunks to swallow. Their main diet should consist of meat and fruit.
Biological Cycle
Djinn shed skin twice a year, on Larsi and Maha.
Young (ages 1-7) Djinn often chew on hard objects compulsively, this habit is usually taught out of them by their parents or teachers, as it can be bad for their teeth.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Djinn have small spiky ridges along the top of their ears, slight scaling on their cheeks and nose, lightly colored; reflective eyes with diagonally facing, slightly ovular pupils, and a clear; secondary pair of eyelids.
Average Intelligence
Djinn are highly intelligent, sentient creatures.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Djinn have average hearing and sight. Djinn have a naturally high affinity for magic.
Civilization and Culture
Beauty Ideals
Djinn are attracted to smooth skin and shiny hair, a trait overlapping with their love of polished stones and metal.
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Common (southern-European, Caribbean, south-American dialects)
Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals
Djinn are known for being introverted and easygoing.
Common Taboos
Djinn all seem to have a hatred of their faces being touched.
History
Common Myths and Legends
There common Djinn are said to be more watered down, and that a pure second generation Djinn looks slightly different and has far stronger abilities.
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Djinn are genetically compatible with Tharians.
Scientific Name
Homo Draconadae
Lifespan
130
Average Height
5'0 ft (between 4'6 and 5'6)
Average Weight
135 lbs (between 110 and 160 lbs)
Average Physique
Djinn have a hard time putting on fat, thus they tend to be more on the thin side.
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