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The dyre (kyno diris) is a coyote-sized, socially monogamous, and territorial primeval. They're primarily known for their ability to use tools, their primate features, their quick adaptation, and their resilience. Pronounced die-yer. Also known as dogs.
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. Dyres may trade in food and favors sometimes, yet usually only between district members. 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.
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. Dyres may trade in food and favors sometimes, yet usually only between district members. 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.
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Shoulder height: 60 cm Length without tail: 50 cm - 90 cm Tail length: 80 cm - 120 cm Weight: 8 kg - 20 kg Top speed: 76 km/h Coat: Short to medium Temperature tolerance: -20°c to 55°c Diet: Omnivore Cyclicity: Any time, but prefers diurnal. |
Body & Mind
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.
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, especially in the harsh environment of the Red Sea, dyres possess this countercurrent heat exchange called the carotid rete mirabile that allows their brain to stay cool even if the body is overheating.
They have a naturally large rib cage, very round torso, a large lung capacity, and can have great upper body strength. Dyres use their tails for balance, such as many primevals do. 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 used by parents to cover their face during a storm and as a blanket to keep pups warm. Their tail is mostly fur and is prehensile, able to grab and hold onto things.
The species is self-aware and has complex emotions close to humans. They don't wear clothes like a vest, jacket, and so forth, yet collars and neck wear are common. Dyres also have the capacity of speech, reading, and have the capacity to write with their claws, although they rarely write anything. They enjoy learning new things, especially if said things were made by humans and vledaxes like a vehicle, a bed, or box. They may not understand it all, but they can be fascinated by it. 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 many cases.
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, especially in the harsh environment of the Red Sea, dyres possess this countercurrent heat exchange called the carotid rete mirabile that allows their brain to stay cool even if the body is overheating.
They have a naturally large rib cage, very round torso, a large lung capacity, and can have great upper body strength. Dyres use their tails for balance, such as many primevals do. 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 used by parents to cover their face during a storm and as a blanket to keep pups warm. Their tail is mostly fur and is prehensile, able to grab and hold onto things.
The species is self-aware and has complex emotions close to humans. They don't wear clothes like a vest, jacket, and so forth, yet collars and neck wear are common. Dyres also have the capacity of speech, reading, and have the capacity to write with their claws, although they rarely write anything. They enjoy learning new things, especially if said things were made by humans and vledaxes like a vehicle, a bed, or box. They may not understand it all, but they can be fascinated by it. 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 many cases.
Relationships & Identities
Dyres are a socially monogamous species with most of them settling down with a mate. 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 also 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 January and June are the females fertile. Males don't have a knot. If she has had pups from the January mating, the mother usually won't be receptive in June. Once pregnant, a female has a gestation period of about 60 days. Receptiveness isn't bound by our calendar dates. If momma mated in Jan, she'd have pups around March and April, rare cases of May if she mated her beginning of February. If she mated in June, pups will be born in August and September, rare cases of October if mated at the start of July. Considering one female can birth to 10 to 12 pups at once, the district tends to adopt so as to "lighten the load" for the biological parents.
Adoption amongst dyres is actually more frequent than giving birth. 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 pup, 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 others.
About 60% of dyres are cisgender and settle down with an opposite-sex mate. These dogs, however, don't have an issue with different identities and sexualities. To put it bluntly, they don't give a fuck. You are who you are. A dyre will mainly have in interest in other dyres. Pups imprint from their parents like many bird species do.
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 January and June are the females fertile. Males don't have a knot. If she has had pups from the January mating, the mother usually won't be receptive in June. Once pregnant, a female has a gestation period of about 60 days. Receptiveness isn't bound by our calendar dates. If momma mated in Jan, she'd have pups around March and April, rare cases of May if she mated her beginning of February. If she mated in June, pups will be born in August and September, rare cases of October if mated at the start of July. Considering one female can birth to 10 to 12 pups at once, the district tends to adopt so as to "lighten the load" for the biological parents.
Adoption amongst dyres is actually more frequent than giving birth. 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 pup, 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 others.
About 60% of dyres are cisgender and settle down with an opposite-sex mate. These dogs, however, don't have an issue with different identities and sexualities. To put it bluntly, they don't give a fuck. You are who you are. A dyre will mainly have in interest in other dyres. Pups imprint from their parents like many bird species do.
Life cycle
A dyre is born dark and gains their colors in their first year. As they reach seniority, they get paler.
Pup - Birth to year 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 - Year 2 to 5
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 - Year 5 to 10
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 - Year 10 to 55
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 - Year 55 to 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.
Pup - Birth to year 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 - Year 2 to 5
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 - Year 5 to 10
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 - Year 10 to 55
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 - Year 55 to 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.
