Post by Beolakh on Jul 28, 2008 12:21:56 GMT -5
Remember to use "Bestiary: <Animal name>" as your article title.
Also--keep in mind that this is just a suggested template. The closer you keep to the form, the more contiguous the Almanac will be, but if you omit some fields and add others, no one will sue you. The purpose of these articles is to include the information people will need in order to incorporate these animals into their stories.
Also--keep in mind that this is just a suggested template. The closer you keep to the form, the more contiguous the Almanac will be, but if you omit some fields and add others, no one will sue you. The purpose of these articles is to include the information people will need in order to incorporate these animals into their stories.
[size=4]Overview:[/size]
<A quick description of the animal. Use this space to highlight important details and catch readers' attention.>
[size=4]Appearance/Physiology:[/size]
<A physical description of the animal. Try to give lots of detail--size, height, weight, coloration, anatomy, all such things.>
[size=4]Aging:[/size]
<What's the average lifespan of the animal? When do they reach maturity?>
[size=4]Territory:[/size]
<What parts of Domhantir does the animal inhabit?>
[size=4]Inherent abilities:[/size]
<Describe any inherent abilities of your animal here. These can be things like magical affinities, power of flight, ability to breathe fire, ability to go days without food or water--that kind of thing.>
[size=4]Inherent weaknesses:[/size]
<Describe any downfalls the animal has. Things like aversion to water, susceptibility to heat, etc.>
[size=4]Domestication:[/size]
<Can the animal be domesticated (tamed for use by other creatures)? If so, what is it usually domesticated for? What uses do people have for it?>
[size=4]Behavior:[/size]
<Describe how your animal acts in various circumstances. You might also detail any group dynamics it has. Do these animals tend to travel in packs/herds/flocks, or by themselves? If they travel in groups, how do they interract with each other?>
[size=4]Diet:[/size]
<What does your animal eat?>
[size=4]Mating:[/size]
<Is there a mating season, mating grounds, or mating rituals for these animals? How do they choose mates?>
[size=4]Lore/History:[/size]
<Has the animal played an important role in any historical events? Are there any myths that feature this animal?>