A simple dragon with simple needs, Maelstrom never intended to found a clan. Intracommunity tensions led to a boil in their former pack, so he left in an attempt to live alone. However, he vastly overestimated his self-sufficiency. Had they been left to their own devices permanently they likely wouldn't have survived for long.

Fortunately, help arrived in the form of a Fae named Lapilli. A lone wanderer from a shattered colony, she decided she'd stick around to help Maelstrom settle down properly. Though he found this condescending, he couldn't protest. Eventually the duo decided they wouldn't mind staying together, just for a bit longer....

Today, Maelstrom and Lapilli are the proud parents of three, as well as the unofficial leaders of the clan. Maelstrom is now surrounded by dragons he knows he can trust, and he thoroughly enjoy his new life. Nonetheless, socialization never was their specialty, and they occasionally leave for days at a time for the sake of being alone.

Maelstrom makes little effort at sympathy and compassion; they see no point in faking what they don't experience. Any act of kindness they do display is entirely genuine. They simply don't go out of their way to be hospitable or rude; whatever is, is, and they respect such honesty in other dragons.

When not on their own or helping the clan with less social activities (notably scavenging), Maelstrom can be found spending time with his partner Lapilli, their progeny, or trying to act like he's not biased.

Maelstrom's familiar is a Shattered Serpent. They may or may not have killed the serpent's parents during a hunting expedition in the Sandswept Delta; if the serpent is aware of this, it doesn't care. The bone snek has taken a liking to Maelstrom and they enjoy its company.

For a small dragon, Lapilli has a big role. After a catastrophic accident in her birth colony forced survivors to flee and disperse, she spent some time on her own. Before long she found a lone Mirror, Maelstrom, who would clearly die if left to their own devices for much longer. She took pity on them and decided to stick around until he could get his lair in order.

It did not take long for other dragons to join them, either by coincidential travels or hatching into the newfound clan. Lapilli had been in charge since the start, and while the clan lacks an official hierarchy, she's now considered the leader (alongside Maelstrom, though he doesn't interact with those outside his direct family much). She couldn't be happier, since having control is of utmost importance to her.

Lapilli is mute. She is physically capable of speaking, though words never came easily to her. Depending on who she's around, she may alter her body language for easier reading. It's become more natural to her over time and most dragons in the clan have no problem understanding her. She's willing to compromise with those who have difficulties with this, however.

If something in the clan is happening, no matter how small, Lapilli probably knows about it. She enjoys organizing dragons into certain roles based on what needs to be done that day. Otherwise Lapilli can be found spending time one-on-one with whoever's up for her company.

Lapilli's familiar is a Rainbow Sprite - er, Rainbow Sprites. She found one while fishing, called it Shiny, and decided it would be her Shiny. The original Shiny hasn't been seen since, but this hasn't stopped Lapilli from taking a liking to any shimmering fish that crosses her path.

Once a self-proclaimed hero, now a self-made outcast. Arrived at the clan with dreams of grandeur and was happy to train Azurite in the arts of hunting and battle, but student soon surpassed teacher. Bitterly orchestrated The Incident - and immediately regretted it. Has since gained forgivenesss (at least from clanmates present at the time), but hasn't quite forgiven self.

Former mate of Cristofori; parent of three, though all progeny left to serve Plaguebringer (much to Cumulonimbus' delight). Complicated relationship with former mentee Azurite.

Arrived in the clan as a lost orphan, now an invaluable member. Spent a majority of youth trying to prove worthiness but eventually realized it wasn't necessary. Eager to defend loved ones at all costs nonetheless.

Adopted by Maelstrom and Lapilli; sibling of Chalcedony and Riptide. Mate of Rook; parent of Kronos. Along with Solar and Rook, part of an inseparable trio of fighters. Complicated relationship with former mentor Cumulonimbus.

Resident old man who actually likes the kids on his hypothetical lawn. Mistakenly ended up here while traveling to Ice Flight, has since deemed it a happy accident. Fondly regarded as "Weenie McNubs" by much of the clan (much to his joking annoyance).

Regarded as an uncle by Azurite and Pestilence (as well as Chalcedony and Riptide, to a lesser extent). Good friends with Cristofori. Along with Azurite and Rook, part of an inseparable trio of fighters.

The dragon equivalent of a Disney princess, but less singing with woodland creatures and more fascination with the unexplored. Thoroughly rejected competitive atmosphere from youth, would rather dive headfirst into an uncharted abyss than fight for fun. Mental map of territory has come in handy on several occasions.

Progeny of Maelstrom and Lapilli; sibling of Riptide and Azurite. Acts as a mentor/older sibling to Kronos.

The dragon equivalent of a rebellious princess, but less pointless weapon-swinging and more enjoyment from terrorizing woodland creatures. Thoroughly enjoyed competitive atmosphere from youth, will forever resent being born a Fae (but not strongly enough to attempt a breed change). Boasts a keen understanding of how others respond to fear.

Progeny of Maelstrom and Lapilli; sibling of Chalcedony and Azurite. Particularly fond of Indil.

Arrived with stories of Plaguebringer's splendor, soon took advantage of competitive atmosphere to establish exaltee training program. Generally secretive and intensely devoted, but has never had nefarious intentions and the clan's initial suspicions are now irrelevant.

Mate of Azurite; parent of Kronos.

Befriended a mouse once. Despite parents' fighting-obsessed natures, would much rather talk than argue. Largely responsible for preventing conflict escalation and helping involved parties compromise.

Progeny of Azurite and Rook. Regards Solar as an uncle. Views Chalcedony as mentor/older sibling.

The shameless "scientist" no one asked for but everyone appreciates (eventually). Hatched into clan after one parent's arrival - aforementioned parent got caught up in The Incident and died not long after. Deeply fascinated by all things sickly and/or magical; somehow managed to turn self into a Mirror (formerly a Spiral).

Regarded as a mentor by Apocrypha.

If anything good came out of The Incident, Shism is it. The only Imperial who stayed loyal to the clan through and through; occasionally roused suspicion but ended up being a double agent. Changed mind about leaving to serve Plaguebringer and is now the only ex-exaltee the clan trusts.

Not particularly close with any individuals, but frequently communicated with Maelstrom and Lapilli in the midst of crisis. Doesn't trust Cumulonimbus.

[idk man i just dont know what to do with myself but i take a lot of notes]

Regards Pestilence and Caduceus as mentors.

[no mage? no problem!]

Occasionally confers with Pestilence. Would be more than happy to mentor Apocrypha properly but the younger Mirror never wants to put knowledge into practice.

[According to all known laws of aviation, there is no way that a bee should be able to fly.]

[Its wings are too small to get its fat little body off the ground.]

[The bee, of course, flies anyways.]

[Because bees don't care what humans think is impossible.]

[And neither do tundras.]

Could not have chosen a worse time to stick around. Originally joined the clan along with two other trainees (Swiftrunner and Dimitri). Settled in for a time as healer, but Swiftrunner got caught up in The Incident and Dimitri felt compelled to wander. When Caduceus showed up, Cristofori passed healing knowledge and left.

Former mate of Cumulonimbus; parent of three, though all progeny left to serve Plaguebringer (much to Cristofori's distaste). Good friends with Solar. Mate of Reverie.

[also spent a brief time in the clan in the aftermath of The Incident. wasn't interested in sticking around to begin with; as soon as Cristofori wanted to leave that settled it. both are going around doing whatever.]

[originally found the clan during fleur first Greenskeeper Gathering, had to stick around for a while due to immunity troubles but eventually left. comes back every Greenskeeper nonetheless, both out of habit and (grudging) fondness for the group.]

[shows up fifty years late to Brightshine Jubilee with starbucks]

[hi! I just met you and I love you! wanna be friends? we should be friends!]

[my fame... my fortune... gone... in the blink of an eye....]

[#aliens]