Frozen Male Hatchling
Name: Marty
Species: Light Raiju
Birthday: Saturday, March 13, 2010
Owner: Payton
Element: Light/Air 
These pups are extremely energetic, and require almost constant attention. It is important to train them well from a young age, so that they know their own strength. Along with potent magical abilities, they can take on most creatures with their physical prowess. Raiju pups, while sweet and affectionate, grow rapidly. It won't be soon before these tiny hatchlings almost reaches your shoulder. Right now, though, it's hard to believe these tiny creatures could grow so large – this little one barely reaches your knee. It and other young raiju pups are busy at play, wrestling and wearing themselves out. An older female lays in the shade of a large tree, a red tongue showing. Every so often she rises and separates hatchlings that are nipping at each other too viciously. Once they have grown large enough, these little ones will be taken out on excursions to nearby woods, learning to hunt from their elders.
Far to the north, beyond where even magi travel, come the raiju. These dogs occasionally wander into the Arkene, where they can be found and captured. These creatures can survive in almost any climate, calling upon their magical skills to ward off the cold. Various markings on their bodies tell of their powers – the ability to call upon lightning, and bring it forth from the air itself. This lightning is not normal, though; when a magical creature is struck with it, the being loses its powers for a short while. The black breed of raiju call down yellow lightning, which is stronger than the blue that a white raiju conjures. If a magi is hit with one of these bolts, it could be months before their powers start coming back. If a magi sees a wild or angry raiju, it is wise to stay well away from them, particularly if crackling bolts are winding around their bodies. When tame, these magical skills are only called upon if the animal is threatened, or if their human companion is being attacked.
Sprite art: GlassWalker (hatchling) | Description: Damien