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RelatedThis page focuses mostly on rufus because the plot is in their biome. |
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Die-yer / Vleh-diir
Kyno diris (rufus / "aridus" / nix) Coyote, Yote, Dog, Mutt Least concern (rufus) / Vulnerable (nix) Their own and hominids. Feral | Semi-anthro | Anthro Male & Female 62 Tellus years Chibanian - Present Tellus 01 |
Averages (Rufus)Shoulder height: 50 cm - 70 cm Tail length: 30 cm - 120 cm Weight: 8 kg - 20 kg Top speed: 76 km/h Coat: Short to medium Temperature tolerance: -20°c to 65°c Diet: Omnivore Cyclicity: Any time, but prefers diurnal. |
Averages (Nix)Shoulder height: 1 m - 80 cm Tail length: 50 cm - 100 cm Weight: 35 kg - 80 kg Top speed: 52 km/h Coat: Medium to thick Temperature tolerance: -70°c to 0°c Diet: Carnivore Cyclicity: Mainly nocturnal. |
The dyre is a coyote-sized, socially monogamous, wild, and territorial primeval.
They're primarily known for their ability to use tools, their primate features, their quick adaptation, and their resilience.
The dyre is a sapient species that has remained wild compared to their vledax and human counterparts. Their society is divided in packs called District, with a territory that's jealously guarded. They survive through the hardships of the wild where every day could literally be your last. Even the dyres that live inside cities aren't that better off. They don't have a system of currency, daily jobs, housing, politics, etc. A dog will happily walk out of a supermarket with (technically) stolen food that to them, they were simply being opportunistic of an easy meal laying around.
All the subspecies of gray wolves, for example, make them canis lupus no matter if Arctic, Mexican, North American, Eurasian, etc. The dyre has two subspecies:
They're primarily known for their ability to use tools, their primate features, their quick adaptation, and their resilience.
The dyre is a sapient species that has remained wild compared to their vledax and human counterparts. Their society is divided in packs called District, with a territory that's jealously guarded. They survive through the hardships of the wild where every day could literally be your last. Even the dyres that live inside cities aren't that better off. They don't have a system of currency, daily jobs, housing, politics, etc. A dog will happily walk out of a supermarket with (technically) stolen food that to them, they were simply being opportunistic of an easy meal laying around.
All the subspecies of gray wolves, for example, make them canis lupus no matter if Arctic, Mexican, North American, Eurasian, etc. The dyre has two subspecies:
- Red dyre - Commonly known as kyno diris rufus, they make up nearly all of the dyre population. The Arid vledyr, also known as kyno diris "aridus", denote the hybrids of vledaxes and dyres, whether direct or ancestral. These consist of 45% of the dyre population. The two are often separated into two for the sake of simplicity.
- Snow dyre - Known as kyno diris nix, the larger and fluffier dyre is adapted to bitter cold regions and tops of mountains.
Red & Arid
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Snow
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Body & Mind
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Dyres can bend their shoulders at 90° and rotate their wrist like any primates, namely humans, can do. The species has dexterous hands with opposable thumbs that can be moved around to touch the other fingers, which gives their species the ability to grab things. Their hands and feet both have five digits and paw pads. The finger positions have a slightly different structure than humans, but they work the same. The feet are slightly bigger than other canids and have two sharp dew claws while the legs have spurs. Dyres are able to climb and hang down like squirrels do, having the same joint flexibility.
A dyre can see in tricolor and said vision is clear, sharp, and equally good during day and night. They can see in more detail and further than humans. This gives dyres the ability to rely on sight just as much as scent to analyze their surroundings. Thick whiskers on their muzzle and above their eyes allow them to feel vibrations in the air and sense approaching dangers. Since dissipating heat loads is difficult, dyres found in hot areas possess this countercurrent heat exchange called the carotid rete mirabile that allows their brain to stay cool even if the body is overheating. The quantity of blood vessels in pads and ears vary per region. Dyres adapted to bitter colds have less blood vessels, enabling them to retain more heat. They have a naturally large rib cage, very round torso, and a large lung capacity. The tail is usually long, muscular, and has a really fluffy shape, making it more fur than tail. The tail not only functions like a rudder on a boat to keep their balance, it's also prehensile, able to grab and hold things. Parents may use the tail to cover their face during a storm and as a blanket to keep pups warm. The species is self-aware and has complex emotions like humans do. They don't wear clothes like a vest, jacket, and so forth, yet collars, neck wear, and cyberwares are common. Dyres also have the capacity of speech, reading, and writing. Their language is known as Tirolese. The species often repurposes technology and objects into something new the district can use. Ruined skyscrapers are often their den, each apartment room may be fought for ownership. The dyre usually holds strong their beliefs and morals, yet there are cases of dyres doing the opposite. Psychological warfare is common and preferred over physical fights, in most cases. |
Every individual's anatomy vary tremendously so this is more of a general idea.
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VledyrAbout 45% of the dyre population have vledax traits, whether they’re a direct mix or an ancestral one. No matter the generations passed, a dyre may exhibit vledax traits, giving them the surname of vledyr. Via unknown engineering, it allowed the two species to mix.
You can compare this with real life wolfdogs where the wolf represents the dyre and the dog represents the vledax. High-content wolfdogs are nearly indistinguishable from wolves, whether in looks, behavior, or genetics. Also, in ancient times, gray wolves got melanism (black) from early dogs and have kept this trait today. It's part of them. The same two processes are to the vledyr. The vledyr has a broader muzzle often with a roman nose, anthro arms, a curved spine in which some individuals may be able to walk on two, vledax-like legs, and no spurs. The dyre traits are dominant, meaning a vledyr being closer to a vledax, like low-content wolfdogs, are extremely rare. |
Three high-content wolfdogs.
Not to be mistaken with breeds like the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog. |
Relationships & Identities
Dyres are a socially monogamous species with most of them settling down with a mate whether monoamory, polyamory, or ambiamory. Once they found their one, they will remain at their side for as long as they live, some remaining single after a mate's death. Dyres are unusually faithful and loving to their mate, to which straying and abuse are nearly nonexistent. While a district can have several bonded pairs and solos, they're generally led by a duo known as the Arches - either a pair or siblings. Everyone participates in hunting, patrols, and rearing pups.
There are cases of casanova dyres and those who trade in favors or have a casual hook up. Males and females can mate at any time of the year for fun and socializing, but only in Lyxis are the females fertile. Receptiveness isn't bound by calendar dates, mind you. If the female mated in Lyxis, she'd have pups around Volcanis and Therris, rare cases of Vitalis if she mated her beginning of Myalis. Considering one female can birth 10 to 12 pups at once, the district tends to adopt so as to "lighten the load" for the biological parents. Pups imprint from their parents like many bird species do in information yet to be revealed. About 60% of dyres are cisgender, yet the species generally doesn't have issues with different identities and sexualities.
Adoption amongst dyres is actually more frequent than giving birth, yet the immense love for puppies can sometimes be disastrous, as a young district may find stray pups and take them in despite not having enough resources for them. The hardships of life on their own and the high mortality rate haven't been experienced yet. With these young districts or first-time parents who lost all their pups, the female's body may produce signs such as the sensation of fetal movement, a condition known as ghost pregnancy. The adoption of a human or vledax by dyres is a rarity due to their wild nature compared to the city nature of the other two. They will also not have "shame" the same way vledaxes and humans do. As such, they'll fuck in public, watch others at it, or sit down by an unsuspecting couple. Having great flexibility, dyres are able to take on a variety of sexual positions. [Natural anatomy chart. Is nsfw.] They may use body mods to enhance the fun.
There are cases of casanova dyres and those who trade in favors or have a casual hook up. Males and females can mate at any time of the year for fun and socializing, but only in Lyxis are the females fertile. Receptiveness isn't bound by calendar dates, mind you. If the female mated in Lyxis, she'd have pups around Volcanis and Therris, rare cases of Vitalis if she mated her beginning of Myalis. Considering one female can birth 10 to 12 pups at once, the district tends to adopt so as to "lighten the load" for the biological parents. Pups imprint from their parents like many bird species do in information yet to be revealed. About 60% of dyres are cisgender, yet the species generally doesn't have issues with different identities and sexualities.
Adoption amongst dyres is actually more frequent than giving birth, yet the immense love for puppies can sometimes be disastrous, as a young district may find stray pups and take them in despite not having enough resources for them. The hardships of life on their own and the high mortality rate haven't been experienced yet. With these young districts or first-time parents who lost all their pups, the female's body may produce signs such as the sensation of fetal movement, a condition known as ghost pregnancy. The adoption of a human or vledax by dyres is a rarity due to their wild nature compared to the city nature of the other two. They will also not have "shame" the same way vledaxes and humans do. As such, they'll fuck in public, watch others at it, or sit down by an unsuspecting couple. Having great flexibility, dyres are able to take on a variety of sexual positions. [Natural anatomy chart. Is nsfw.] They may use body mods to enhance the fun.
Life cycle
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A dyre is born dark and gains their colors in their first year. As they reach seniority, they get paler.
Pup - Birth to varis 2 The pups nurse every 4 to 6 hours and still need help regulating their body temperatures. They're completely dependent upon their parents or caretakers for survival. Months later, they learn how to walk, talk, and be more self-sufficient. Young - Varis 3 to varis 6 Between pup and juvenile, this is the most crucial part of their lives. Their skills continue to expand during the remainder of puphood and socialization takes place. Juvenile - Varis 7 to annum 4 They begin to travel with the district and join in hunts. Sexual maturity is reached around that time. They also separate more from the parents and become more independent. Adult - Annum 5 to annum 56 Adulthood is the longest stage and is also when physical and psychological maturity are reached. They must provide entirely for themselves using the skills learned. This is also a significant time because it’s when the life cycle is initiated again by the conception and birth of the adult's own pups. Senior - Annum 57 to annum 62 The individual reaches the stage of wisdom and seniority. Many take their wisdom and foresight to contribute in the advancement of their society. In many cases, the elderly take up a new role of volunteers and mentors who guide the younger generation. They represent a source of information the following generation can tap into. At the end of the adult life cycle, the body begins to deteriorate and eventually ends in death. |
In approximate dog years:
Pup: Birth to month 1 Young: Month 2 to month 7 Juvenile: Month 7 to year 2 Adult: Year 2 to year 7 Senior: Year 7 and over In approximate human years: Baby: Birth to year 3 Kid: Year 4 to year 12 Teenager: Year 13 to year 17 Adult: Year 18 to year 59 Senior: Year 60 and over |
District structures
A district is similar to a pack. Just like real life, there are no "alphas" and whatever else of this debunked "dominance theory." Dyre packs, like canids, are a family.
Composed typically of a leading pair with their pups, siblings, extended family, or wanderers accepted into the district. Rank order is established and maintained through a series of ritualized fights, body posturing, stalking, staring, talking, growling, and howling, best described as ritual bluffing. Dyres with this structure prefer psychological acts to physical confrontations, meaning that leading status is based on personality and attitude rather than on size and physical strength. It's possible, however, for some districts to use physical fighting to establish a new leader who has accepted a challenge. Districts have all members assist in responsibilities whether it be hunting, raising pups, or caring for the disabled. In most cases, nobody is seen as superior or inferior, and everybody is valued for their skills. Most individuals will disperse once they reach sexual maturity.
Members aren't set with a single role and may have a few that change over time. Roles define a member's job and aren't set in stone.
Below is a list of common roles, although any district can have customs and variations not found in other districts.
Territory
Their homeland is often found in ruined cities as they can possess a great deal of food, water, and shelter. The territory may contain 12 to 20 adult dyres, depending on the carrying capacity of the area. Prey are usually small to medium in size and competing predators may share the same land if they pose no threats. The occupying dyres often use the ruins as den sites, food storage, and escape routes.
Members aren't set with a single role and may have a few that change over time. Roles define a member's job and aren't set in stone.
Below is a list of common roles, although any district can have customs and variations not found in other districts.
- Matriarch and Patriarch as gender specific & Neutriarch as gender neutral.
The leaders are the main breeding pair (or siblings) who enforce a stable social order, are in charge of most decisions, and maintain a healthy socialization within the district. The Arches are chosen by the family. - Imperator
In large districts, they often have a second-in-command who takes charge of everyone when the Arches are away or unavailable. - Elder
The oldest have the most knowledge, thus often aid the district in decision making, and teach the young valuable skills.
- Watcher / Sentinel
Watchers often patrol the territory, mark borders, stand guard, and are usually the first to fight intruders.
Sentinels are more on the sly, using speed and staying in the shadows when on patrols. They remain unseen and report what they've found. - Neet
Members who don't contribute to the district the same way as the other roles. They can be pups, elders, disabled adults, or any that cannot care for themselves. You don't have to do something ""productive"" to be family. [See Shanidar 1 example.] - Medic
Members with the greatest knowledge in medicine and its applications. They take care of injuries, cleanness, and reduce disease spread. - Techy
Members who are knowledgeable with tools, maps, and technology. They often do repairs around the territory. - Caretaker
Puppysitters, mothers who still feed their young, and guardians of the younglings. - Spiritualist
Leader of the spiritual practices. Can be one or two.
Territory
Their homeland is often found in ruined cities as they can possess a great deal of food, water, and shelter. The territory may contain 12 to 20 adult dyres, depending on the carrying capacity of the area. Prey are usually small to medium in size and competing predators may share the same land if they pose no threats. The occupying dyres often use the ruins as den sites, food storage, and escape routes.
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BioluminescenceAll members of the species have a default stripe along the neck, back, and most of the tail. The glow pattern then varies by following certain coat markings. The base color is blue with a golden variant, yet certain genetics can influence said color.
Anomalies
*Not an anomaly if the light is changed via body mods. |
