Submission for Sprites & Sprouts

[HedgeHug 2046]

Name of the creature:

Submission for Sprites & Sprouts

(Optional) Link to a picture of the creature + name of the artist:

 

 

Is this creature tamable and if so, how:

No. They are sentient and can befriend or acquaint but not be tamed.

 

Can you use this in combat:

No.

 

Habitats - Check all that apply:

Jungle
Caves/Caverns
Forest

 

Summary of the creature:

 

Appearance

-Sprites and Sprouts stand about 5-7 inches with Elf-like features. Where Sprites have translucent wings sprouting from their backs, the Sprouts have the top of their mushroom like being as sort of a hat.

-Sprites and Sprouts are genderless, but do take on masculine and feminine appearances, oftentimes being referred as male or female.

-Sprites and Sprouts clothe themselves in flower petals and any soft, pliable forest-growths they can find.

-Sprites and Sprouts speak an odd tongue (Fae Tongue) that can be learned but is quite difficult for Descendant minds to understand. They also have Natures Communion as a basic foundation of their being by default. As they are both Flora and Fauna. Part of Nature.

 

Color

The color of the sprite or sprout determines almost exactly some of the mannerisms of the creature, similar to how a mage’s aura is defined by their own personality. There is no definite reason as to how, or why they are born as these particular colors however, it is simply a random factor.

 

Spoiler

Green

“Wisdom and immaturity in a stunning union.”

 

Sprites born with the color green are wiser and more intellectual than their kin- often more keen to learn something new. They can provide interesting outlooks upon a situation based on their observations, and are even known to have a larger attention span.

 

Blue

“Curious and kind.”

 

Sprites born with the color blue are considered the most likable of all. They are known to be the first to explore, and the first to make a new friend. Taking that in mind, they are much more adventurous than their kin, wanting to seek new places and new friends, which can often lead to trouble.

 

Sky Blue

“Deceit and deception in the wings of the sky.”

 

Sprites born with the color of the sky are known to be the most deceitful. They use their similar coloring to their blue kin to lure people to trust them, only to torment them and trick them for their own amusement.

 

Grey

“Laziness and ambition in the wings of the clouds.”

 

Sprites born with the color grey are very similar to their sky-colored kin, appearing to be much more sickly, or oftentimes gloomy, in a depressed manner. It is because of this, they are able to manipulate sympathetic people to do their bidding.

 

Red

“Rage.”

 

Sprites born of the color red are known to have a temper and fuse that is near as short as their own height. They are judgmental, rude, and apathetic, their level of dislike only being below Black and Yellow Sprites.

 

Black  

“Anathema embodied in the smallest of souls.”

 

The rarest of their kin, this Sprite possesses a heart as black as it’s very visage, wishing pain upon those whom it may face, with tendencies to wreak havoc and pandemonium as much as it can. They are to be wary of, as these little cretins possess naught a drop of compassion within them.

 

Purple  

“The mediator of their kin.”

 

A Purple Sprite, alternatively violet, is the embodiment of balance, matched with the mindsets of both Red and Blue, they are believed to be wise and level-headed, more so than any of their kin.

 

White  

“Those of innocent heart.”

 

Sprites of absent color are pure and kind, admittedly the most bright of their kin (Literally), they have oftentimes been mistaken for starlight in the darkest of nights. To those lost in the woods, these Sprites have been known to guide to safety, using the prominent luminescence of their body as a beacon.

 

Yellow

“Manipulative and Mean.”

 

The oddly yellow colored Sprite possesses an alien aura to it, they are daring and cruel, using emotional manipulation to instill fear unto their kin and use their reactions for their own amusement. They are the most mischievous and tricky of Sprites, and much like Black Sprites, are to be wary of.

 

Orange

“Heroics lead to ignorance.”

The orange Sprite will automatically attempt to solve any conflict it can, without the assistance of any other being. Should someone be in some sort of trouble, or a conflict has unfolded, the orange Sprite will be there to save the day. These Sprites don’t often do heroic deeds out of the kindness of their hearts, but rather for their own reputation. Should they fail, however, they’ll slide into a deep, temporary depression, upset that they didn’t reach their high expectations.

 

Brown

“The feral outcasts.”

 

Sprites born with a brown skin are social outcasts, foreign to even the rest of their Sprite community. Often known for taking shelter in secluded, isolated, and rather odd locations, the brown Sprite does not enjoy communicating with it’s kin. They’ll often act as if they’re a wild dog with wings, and will tear up their food before eating it. They’ll rarely speak in any tongue, as they often just don’t care enough to communicate.

 

Pink

 

“Intimacy and energy bound by the same soul.”

 

Sprites born with the color pink tend to be ditsy, energetic, and animated. There’s always time to play fun, silly games, and they truly embody the childish trait of every Sprite. However, as much as they enjoy to be immature, they enjoy the prospect of love for other sentient beings. These Sprites are willing to go out of their way to ensure that two people who love each other stay in love.

 

 

 

Acerfolia & Modnar  

The Acerfolia is a small flower with a large oval shaped bud and triangular leaves. It grows five inches from the ground, and is the birthplace of all Sprites. The Modnar is the name given to the spore that produces the Sprouts, little is known about them as they are but tiny and most of its development is under ground.

 

They can only be found in fae rings. When a sprite dies, another flower will sprout in the nearest fae ring.

 

 

Characteristics of the creature:

In life, these little creatures thrive in areas of great nature. Here they live outside of the dense cityscapes and in the wide range of nature. They run about from area to area, communing with the nature – they can often be seen as the messengers of the trees and keepers of the forest. Due to their small size and high fragility – they are often scared of descendant folk and will tend to hide from them. The druids are an exception to this rule as they are seen as allies of the forest and thusly accepted and even approached. With luck one can one day see such a small creature and converse with it – for what wisdom can such a forest dweller hold?

 

 

(Optional) Origins of the creature:

Birthing

At first, ‘twas but a mystery how these small creatures came to be. Cerridwen's breath or perhaps even the Creator being connected with their cute and mischievous appearance. It was only until recently that an unnamed druid found themselves wandering the grand woods of axios, where they witnessed the spectacle of its birthing. For… in a corner of the forest they found a Fae circle, and here a small flower grew out to be the birthplace of a sprite. Much marvelled the druid set up camp nearby, and observed as more and more of these little flowers grew and each of them produced these small faeries of various colors. However, not only did this fae circle bring forth the sprites that now inhabited the forest, it too produced creatures akin to them, dwelling the floor of the woods: Sprouts. The name given to them by the same observing druid, as they found out that mushrooms of the most odd and too: colorful kinds grew out to be… living! Akin to the Sprites that flew about, these Sprouts dwelled in the shadows of the undergrowth. Acting in utmost care not to be sighted by predators. The druid, having stayed most of its time in these woods, sought to leave… though was curious of one thing.

 

Before it left the woods for good, to bring out word of this fantastic discovery, meditated in front of the fae ring. After time, they blessed the soil of it… and what grew out to be… lived. The Druid found themselves capable of aiding the Aspects in their work of creating this Fauna, and speed up the process of its birthing. For growing the flower felt akin to that of bestowing the aspects gift onto seeds as the druii usually do. And thus as swift as that, the flowers and mushrooms grew exponentially faster than the natural process. Producing equally as good Sprites and Sprouts.

 

 

Strengths/Weaknesses

+ Have Natures Communion by Default. (Can commune with nature as they are part of it)

+ Despite their mischievous and often dull appearances, they are considerably intelligent.

+ Sprites may fly, but no higher than that of an Olog (Three Blocks), as they would exert too much energy whilst attempting to fight back against gravity. Due to using too much energy they would need a surface to rest on before taking flight once again.

+ Sprouts may seems small, but move rapidly through forest undergrowth. They are difficult to catch.

 

- They may not learn magic due to their natural origin.

- Sprites and Sprouts can not wield the weapons of the Descendants, as they are much too small.

- Due to their small bodies, and overall weakness, they are easy to take hold of and imprison.

-Not many of these creatures exist, If one was to destroy the faering during the development or destroy the tree around the ring. Before the Sprite or Sprout is born, it will die.

- Injuring the wings of a sprite can be potentially fatal, as the sprites main blood vessels are located there. Theirs wings are of the same material as their body, of plant. The same counts for the mushroom heads of Sprouts.

-Magic is super effective towards the sprites and sprouts alike, and can kill them quickly due to their connection to nature.

- They can learn the Common tongue but it would be difficult due to their poor attention spans.

-  Sprites and Sprouts, when consumed are practically toxic, as after death they are reduced to a fine, gray ash. This metaphorical pixie dust will not grant any flight, but instead will lead to an extremely quick and painful death.

 

 

Red Lines

- They may not be domesticated, as they are entirely sentient beings, not animals.

- Sprites and Sprouts can only thrive in areas filled with natural life, such as forests. Deserts and tainted areas are practically deadly.

- They are incapable of learning any form of magic, however they may communicate with Flora and Fauna.(They get this by default).

- they can only live in a flora rich environment. Entering cities is not a problem, as long as their stay is short.

 

Availability:

Common - Anyone can RP finding this creature.

 

[Credit given to Zero for the original lore and myself for the Sprout addition. It would be a shame that these creatures will be lost due to CA cuts and thus I reintroduce them as a general creature that one can find and interact with through an ET or even on one’s own.]