Frozen Female Hatchling
Name: unnamed
Species: Ashen Shaa
Birthday: Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Owner: zylle
Element: Fire 
When born, a unique thing occurs to these little ones. The orange horn that decorated their shell becomes part of their flesh, burnt into them. These gems trap the energy of the sun, and are what make the shaa invaluable to magi. When young, hatchlings are as small and playful as puppies, though they grow rapidly. They are able to feed themselves at a young age, killing and eating small animals and birds. A magi must be careful to tame ashen shaa, as they can quickly become hostile even to their human companions.
These vicious creatures dwell far to the south, in the same regions as temple cats. The native people call them desert dogs, for that is where they make their home. Their dusky skin blends in with the sandy land, save for the orange crystal and bright horn that warn other animals of their presence. These bright orange horns serve as a caveat to beasts who would attack. Shaa canines possess the unique power of harnessing the energy of the sun. They store the heat in the jewels that decorate them, and if angered, can release these rays, literally burning their enemies alive. This has given these canines quite a reputation, and they are widely feared. Though not as honored as felines in the south, they are looked upon with respect and allowed free movement, particularly ashen shaa, who are known to be aggressive.
Sprite art: GlassWalker (hatchling) | Description: Damien