Konbuwings
A Wings of fire fantribe created by Glossoholic
What are Konbuwings?
Konbuwings are a closed fantribe based off of pipefish, seahorses, seadragons, and kelp.
As a Closed species, this means that they are not open to be made by anyone. To receive a Konbuwing, you must pay to make your own, have one made for you, or get it during contests/adopts.
For any questions regarding Konbuwings go to @Glossoholic or @woolly.ruby
Info Sections
Basic Information
Name Meaning
The name Konbuwing comes from the word “Konbu”. “Konbu” is a type of algae.
Abilities
Konbuwings have the ability to breathe underwater as well as on land.
They are Amphibious.
They have stripes on their body that glow, similar to Seawings.
They have powerful wings for swimming.
They have decent night vision.
They have two large fangs that can inject venom. This venom cannot be spit, and cannot melt metals. Being bit by a Konbuwing is lethal, as the only cure is a plant in their kingdom. Konbuwings are not immune to venom of another tribemate.
They have long, black forked tongues.
They can hang onto/off of object with their strong prehensile tails.
Their "spikes" are thin and delicate. They use them to regulate heat, and also show emotion.
They have the ability to change their sex like a clown fish. The change takes around 10 days, and Konbuwings have to wait a few weeks before being able to switch back.
Animus
Konbuwings have no known animus dragons.
Weaknesses
Konbuwings are able to fly slightly better than Mantawings, but are still very clumsy in the sky.
Their backs are softer then their bellies.
They are usually very brightly colored, which makes them easy to spot. Not to mention they are very tall.
Konbuwing dragonets are unable to control their venom as well as adults, and in turn have resulted in a decent number of deaths by accidentally injecting venom.
Their selflessness may get them into bad situations.
Diet
Konbuwings are omnivorous. They can consume fish, crustaceans, mollusks, marine mammals, sea birds, fruit, nuts, vegetables.
They are able to consume meat of land creatures as well.
Appearance
Anatomy
Konbuwings have thin, smooth, streamlined bodies.
Their necks are long, along with their snout/legs/tail.
Konbuwing faces are long, pointy, and thin.
There are three gills on each side of their neck.
Their front feet are small and splayed with thin webbing in between their three toes. Their dewclaws have no webbing. (They can be drawn with four toes, it doesn't really matter.)
Meanwhile, their back feet are slightly more bulky with only 3 webbed toes and a spike on the heel.
The “thumb” on their wings is long and sharp, and used to grapple onto prey.
They have blob-shaped stripes below their eyes, on their necks, on the front of their limbs, and on their back/tail that glow like Seawing stripes.
Konbuwing eggs are oval shaped and are white with a soft, pastel wave of colors. The colors are usually the color of the dragonet inside. The shell is soft to the touch, but the egg is incredibly solid. Clutches come in an average of two eggs, but it's not uncommon to have only one dragonet, or more than two.
Konbuwing dragonets mature at age 7.
Colors
Konbuwings can be any colors! Any neons or pastels. However, they cannot be dominantly black or colors close to black on them. (Similar to silkwings.)
They can have any pattern with any colors.
The glowing stripes can also be any color.
Their pupils, talons, and tounge all have to be black.
Their teeth can be pearly white, or a dirty yellow.
Their iris and sclera can be any color.
Inside ears/gums can be any color.
Size
Habitat
Continent
Konbuwings live in the tropical ocean and islands of the continent of Aurovia.
Landscape
Konbuwings live both underwater and on land in the tropical oceans/islands/jungle. The ocean water is bright blue and clear. It's very shallow and warm.
Konbuwings typically hang out in the shallows, or lounge around on beaches. Since it is very open, Konbuwings are easy to spot.
Most of the shores on their territory are smooth beaches with tropical plants, like palm trees and beach grass.
There are multiple island's on Konbuwing territory. The biggest is where the Island Palace is located. Smaller ones are Burial Islands. Below the Burial Islands is Ample Cay, where Konbuwings and Mothwings harvest crops and tend to livestock.
Kingdom
Island Palace
They have claimed an island in their territory adjusted to fit visitors (See Map of Aurovia). Their Island Palace is considerably large to accommodate their allies.
The Island Palace is a large, white marble building located near the shore. It has several skinny and shallow dragon-made streams coming down the coast to touch the ocean. It has large pillars supporting every corner of it etched with patterns and images. It is two stories high.
The bottom level of the Island palace is a very wide and open room. There are small gardens in each corner. In the center is a giant fountain of an ancient Konbuwing queen. She is standing, wings spread and a very determined look on her face. On every corner of the platform she is on water is spewing out into the pool below.
The ceiling above her is open, allowing sunlight to shine down onto her. Same goes for the second story of the island palace. The only way to get to the second floor is to fly through the roof hole. The floor around the fountain is etched with swirls.
Along the walls of the first and second story are small rooms carved into the walls. However, the first floor only has them to the right/left of the fountain.
The roof of the Island palace is where parties are frequently held. It is also a popular sun-bathing spot.
Submerged Palace
Not far from the Island Palace is the main underwater palace, also known as the Submerged Palace. It consists of five large pillars surrounding a wide, deep depression on the seafloor.
Around each of the pillars are small, stone "huts". Each hut has small windows on either side of it. These groups of huts are called "Districts" and each one has it's own name.
The pillars in the center of the districts are also houses. On top of these pillars are flat landing pads where dragon may land on. These landing pads are where most parties are held for Konbuwings. Every pillar also has a name.
Anemone District and Kelp District are where the lower class Konbuwings live. Their huts and pillar homes are smaller, usual one-two rooms, and are clumped closer together.
The Pelican District and Whale District are where Middle class Konbuwings live. Their huts and pillar homes are slightly larger, ranging from 2-3 rooms, and are somewhat distant from each other.
The Coral Pillar is where the higher class and royal Konbuwings live. Their hits and pillar homes are large, ranging from 3-5 rooms, and are pretty spaced out. Some are even big enough to have rooms rented out!
In the center of all the districts are where stores, programs, the Archives, nurseries, and the library are located.
Plant-life
They have a large variety of plant life such as: algae, phytoplankton, red algae, palm trees, beach grass, and more.
animal-life
Animals that can be found in their habitat are: whales, dolphins, seahorses, eels, sea turtles, tuna, sea birds, and basically any tropical animal.
Misc.
Naming System
Konbuwing names are chosen by the parents of a hatchling. Due to the tribe being less organized than most, many Konbuwing's change their names without informing any higher ups.
Konbuwings are named after:
Aquatic/coastal animals. (Ex: Gull, Walrus, Sunfish)
Sea plants. (Ex: Kelp, Algae)
Water based words. (Ex: Splash, Droplet)
Water formations. (Ex: Lake, Puddle, Stream)
Water based disasters. (Ex: Storm, Monsoon, Flood)
Fruits. (Ex: Banana, Pear, Apple)
Tropical plants. (Palm, Orchid.)
Misc. aquatic-esque words. (Ex: Shore, Coast)
If you are unsure on what to name your Konbuwing, or want to see if it would work, please don't be afraid to ask.
Duplicate names are completely fine! All we ask of you is to not use any names that Royalty have.
Beliefs
Konbuwing's are very keen on sharing. Have it be sharing land, sharing food, sharing the oceans, etc. They are known for not being greedy, and supporting others in time of need.
They also believe in being emotionally truthful and vulnerable. Communication in the tribe is extremely good, and many relationships are incredibly successful.
Konbuwings don't believe in having one partner. Many dragons in the tribe may have multiple spouses.
Marriage for the tribe is considered a personal thing. The two dragons who want to get married chose what they want to do by themselves.
Konbuwings believe that everyone is equal. There is no such thing as "royal respect" as the tribe treats the queen like an everyday dragon. They do this so no one's head gets too big, and so they can talk on the same level.
Self-care is important to the tribe. They provide a lot of help to those in need. They also push that nobody have high stress levels, and take time to cool off whenever they need it.
History
Konbuwings are long lost descendants of Seawings, and perhaps even have Rainwing blood mixed in there too.
They have no knowledge of any other continents.
About 80 years ago, all tribes were at each other's throats. For the Konbuwings, they were at war with the other dragons that share the oceans, the Mantawings. This war was named "White Coral War" as many damaged/dead coral reefs were turned into burial grounds.
They have a rich friendship with the Mothwings. They have always been neighbors and trading partners. The two even supported each other during the war.
While the war was occurring, the Konbuwings relocated their palace to be closer to the Mothwings. Their old palace has since been abandoned, and has become a hot spot for rogue and loner Konbuwings.
They are often falsely given credit for things that Mothwing's accomplish. For example: Other tribes believe that Konbuwing's are advanced in medicine, but in reality, Mothwing's handed down their knowledge of medicine to the Konbuwings.
Culture
Konbuwings are very musical. They create instruments, sing, have many plays and parties. Almost every Konbuwing is skilled in music. Other kingdom's also trade for some of the Konbuwing's music sheets or instruments.
While they aren't the best at jewelry making, they still try to dress themselves up and look their bests. These usually are just carved wooden ornaments, shells, fish scale ornaments, animal skin, etc.
Some dragons even make masks to wear for parties or shows.
When a Konbuwing dies, their body is taken to one of the three burial islands. Their body is buried in a random spot unless the dragon specified where they want to be buried before death. A rock carved with one special memory of them is then placed atop their grave.
Most Konbuwing parents put their eggs in the nurseries where their egg can be kept safe while they work/travel/party. Sometimes eggs are kept there until hatching.
Konbuwing dragonets are treated very well in the tribe, and more often than not dragons from outside of the bloodline will help take care of them.
They make sure that dragonets grow up happy and healthy, and some Konbuwings even make playgrounds from scratch for them.
Due to dragonets not being able to control their venom, parents must muzzle their child until they pass a venom practice class. these muzzles can be made out of wood, kelp, coconut shells, or sometimes even fish scales.
Government
The government system is very lose for the Konbuwings. The Queen actually has very little power compared to the commoner minority. Her job isn't to rule, but more so to assist her people. Instead of queen, she is more seen as everyone's grandma.
Royal blood doesn't matter too much to them, and in several documented cases, the queen has just handed the throne down to a cousin/niece.
When any important things need to be discussed, they hold a randomized council. They draw tickets for several dragons, and all of those dragons must discuss the issue. Whatever they come up with is what the result will be.
Rules of Society
Basic rules instilled by the Queen are:
1. Do not throw your garbage on the beaches or in the water.
2. Do not leave Konbuwing/Mothwing territory.
3. Theft is not tolerated! If you are in need of help, just go ask the queen.
4. Young dragonets under the age of 2 years old must wear muzzle out in public to ensure that they do not inject venom into anyone.
5. Don't be mean/rude/dismissive to the Mothwings.
List of Occupations
Some Occupations include:
Jewelry maker, architect, author, painter, collector, hunter, teacher, tattoo artist, actor, guard, patroller, babysitter, net maker, cartographer, music writer, mask maker, therapist, and more.
Languages
Common Aurovian tongue, Aquatic
Ranks
Commoner, shop/business owner, guard/soldier, rouge/loner, council member (event only), exiled (event only), royalty (event only)
Alliances
Konbuwings are very close to the Mothwings, and have been for generations. However, the Continental war helped strengthen their bond.
Konbuwings have very high tension with the Mantawings. 80 years ago, the Konbuwing's needed to travel further to search for food. However, Mantawings needed to do the same thing, and they two began to fight for territory. The war was dubbed "White coral war" as many coral reefs were destroyed and turned into burial grounds.
Terms of Service
1. If you owned a Konbuwing before the revamp, you may still keep them. All we ask of you is that you redraw them with the current design changes on the species. You may also contact one of us with proof of your ownership and receive the base to color.
2. Design changes for your Konbuwing is perfectly fine, as long as it isn't too drastic and still follows the design rules (see appearance)
3. If you are ever selling your Konbuwing, please inform us first so we may edit the masterlist.
4. If selling your Konbuwing to a first time owner, please inform them to read all the information on these pages.
5. Please do not sell your Konbuwing for more than you bought it for unless it has accumulated art.
6. Please do not change the species of your Konbuwing. Occupation changes/Gender changes/Name changes are all perfectly fine, just inform @woolly.ruby or @glossoholic afterwards.
7. Do not steal Konbuwing designs.
8. If you are seeking a Konbuwing MYO or Custom, contact @woolly.ruby/@glossoholic.
!! By owning a Konbuwing you are AUTOMATICALLY inclined to follow these rules !!
Map of Aurovia
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