Air Touched Pengiuns
These aquatic birds have been touched by the magic of the elemental air. They live along the northern coast of the Dragon lands , and are often companions of the {northern coast} dragon blessed. The magic allows the birds to hold their breath longer than their normal cousins, and to release great bursts of air as a defense mechanism. They are also very good at leading their dragon blessed to other magical creatures and items.
"Who's a good penguin? You are. Yes you are. The bestest penguin in the whole world!"
Duuloa Nargied , feared rebel leader, talking to his favourite lieutenant
Basic Information
Anatomy
Air Touched Penguins are very similar to normal ones, though they tend to be slightly shorter and rounder. They have a small head, a slightly rounded beak, flippers, and a long body with very short legs. The main difference from normal penguins is their magical third lung. This organ is larger than a normal lung and allows them to hold their breath for a very long time. It also allows them to release all the air in their bodies with incredible force as a self-defense mechanism.
Ecology and Habitats
Air touched penguins live along the Northern Coast region of the Dragon lands. They prefer to live on ice or tundra, but they will follow their dragon blessed or family everywhere.
Additional Information
Social Structure
Penguins live in family groups in the wild and in dragon blessed villages. They often include dragon blessed as part of their family structure.
"She's not a pet, she's my sister!" A Young Dragon Blessed, talking about his penguin
Average Intelligence
Penguins are very intelligent creatures who can be trained to aid with a variety of tasks, including hunting, scouting, religious rituals, and companionship.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
The air touched penguins also have the ability to sense traces of magic, and thus can lead their owners to powerful quarry. Due to this they are often used to help in hunting, or as companion animals.
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Lifespan
50 years
Average Height
0.61 to 1.22 meters
Average Weight
4.5 to 13.6 kg
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
The feathers of an air-touched penguin are typically brown, grey, and white. They usually have yellow or green eyes.
Geographic Distribution
What lovely little creatures! I'd love to hear more about their social structures and how they came to include the dragon blessed in their families in the future :)
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I think they're relatively similar to most pets. They are raised by/with the dragon blessed and place them somewhere within their social structure, most likely under the label "provider of yummy fish snacks and warm napping spots."