Traits

A short set of horns that sharply curve back. 

•  Fanged:  

  🔹 These horns are reminiscent of snake fangs, just.... upside down!

A simple set of horns that lightly curve back.

•  Goatling:  

  🔹 These horns can curve in the same, or opposing directions, but generally point backwards similar to the ears.

A simple set of horns that curl upward, ending in a forward facing point.

•  Slug:  

  🔹 Due to the natural, slightly shiny, texture of a pawbirds horns, this set tends to look like little slugs standing on end.

A soft set of horns that curve back, ending in a simple twist.

•  Twist Tipped:  

  🔹 The ends of these horns may twist inward or outward, and the horns themselves may also curve forward or backward.

A flat, faceted gem appears on the Pawbird's forehead, framed by two tiny nubs. It is said this gem is a peek into a pawbird's soul. 

•  "Third Eye":  

  🔹 Gemstone should always match the color of the Pawbird's soul, and may come in naturally occuring shapes (uneven, rounded, diamond shaped, etc)
  
  ❗ Gemstone must be flat and traditionally faceted (so no special shapes like hearts, stars, perfect circles, pearls, etc)

A short pair of fleshy ribbons replaced your pawbird's horns!... thats.. actually normal. Pawbirds can often be found with ribbons instead of horns.

•  Ribbon Ends:  

  🔹 These ribbon ends may end in notches, points, flat ends, lacy edge, or tattered tips; similar to actual ribbon.
  
  ❗ Ribbon shape should be simple, and cannot end in tassels or other fabric styles.

A pair of short, small feathers replaced your pawbirds horns!.... which is very common! Feathers are a revered trait, with the larger the plumes the more attractive the pawbird. 

•  Mini Feathers:  

  🔹 Feathers can be decorated or patterned as you see fit.
  🔹 Feather styling can be reminiscent of any real-life bird as well as long as it stays short!
  
  ❗ This trait may only apply two feathers total! To apply more you'll need the appropriate upgrade (tba)

A ruff style that is short and choppy.

•  Scruffy:  

  🔹 Fur should be short in length and tends to be a bit longer as it nears the chest.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is rather large and fluffy along the back of the neck, creating a mane behind the head.

•  Mane:  

  🔹 Fur can be short along the sides but should be clearly textured, and stripe of smooth fur may appear along the center of the neck.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is full around the chest and back of the head, but smoother along the neck.

•  Flare:  

  🔹 Fur blooms from the chest and smooths as it reaches the chin.
  🔹 Fur can be shorter if desired.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is smooth along the back, with a flurry of elegant fur along the front.

•  Cravat:  

  🔹 Fur may be curled or wavy, but should not curl or coil.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is full and large, wrapping fully around the neck giving its bearer a rounder, luxurious appearance.

•  Collar:  

  🔹 Fur tends to be smoother around the back of the ruff, with the center being the focal point of texture.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style of medium length that is choppy and layered, considered the larger form of "scruffy ruff".

•  Flurry:  

  🔹 Fur may be curled or wavy, but should not curl or coil.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is composed of smooth and dense fur, groomed into a soft collar that gives a cozy appearance to its bearer.

•  Snood:  

  🔹 Fur should puff up under the chin and feel like a snood has been wrapped around the pawbird, but may be choppier in style.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is composed of explosively fluffy fur, dense and impressive in shape. The largest of the common ruffs.

•  Full:  

  🔹 Fur may be curled or wavy, but should not curl or coil.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is choppy and wild, with fur growing in length the further from the center of the neck it grows.

•  Wolven:  

  🔹 Fur should be medium in length, and should look like the pawbird is wearing a small pelt.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is composed of well groomed fur that falls forward, framing the sides of the neck charmingly.

•  High Collar:  

  🔹 Fur may be curled or wavy, but should not curl or coil.
  🔹 Fur should start just under the jaw and reach the shoulders.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is composed of nicely groomed fur that leaves a small patch of the throat exposed reminiscent of a collared shirt.

•  Lapel:  

  🔹 Fur may be curled or wavy, but should not curl or coil.
  🔹 Fur should start just under the jaw and reach the shoulders.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

A ruff style that is composed of nicely groomed fur that has two extra shocks of fur just under the chin that resembles a bow!

•  Bow Tie:  

  🔹 Fur may be curled or wavy, but should not curl or coil.
  🔹 Fur should start just under the jaw and reach the shoulders.
  
  ❗ Common ruffs must cover the majority of the neck

Pawbirds have a special relationship to their magic, a manifestation of their very souls that manifests as a runic sigil on their chests. These sigils come in many shapes and sizes, with their manifestation happening the moment a Pawbird comes into existance.  

Flickering flames and wisps that burn as brightly as a pawbird's soul manifests physically, said to embody passion, anger, or ambition.

• Flame Sigil:  

  🔹 An ember, a wisp, a flickering flame. Any simple shape that resembles a singular flame.
  
  ❗ All common sigils should be composed of One unbroken shape.
  ❗ All common sigils should be a bright or saturated hue
  ❗ Small light motes can emanate from your sigil.