Adult Female
Name: unnamed
Species: Blue-faced Martelus
Birthday: Thursday, December 1, 2016
Owner: zylle
Element: Water 
Blue-faced martelus are the larger of the two species of martelus, suited for hunting larger game, and also more brightly colored than their brown-and-gray counterparts. These martelus lack the treasure-seeking behavior of white-faced martelus, but they are often seen as superior hunters, able and willing to track prey for weeks at a time. Their coats tend to be paler in color than those of white-faced martelus, likely because they range further north than the white-faced martelus, and are often active throughout the winter. Their fierce reputation and skill in hunting, as well as their elegant appearance, has made them favorable companions to Synaran nobility, especially in provinces where sport hunting is popular.
Martelus are small, arboreal creatures found only in taiga regions. These creatures hunt by freezing their prey, using ice magic to kill and encase it in a layer of ice for when they're ready to eat. The sharp claws on their feet help them to grip onto ice-covered branches while they traverse the trees, preferring to fly only if the distance between trees is too far to jump. Magi who keep these creatures as companions find that they are quick to learn. Synarans in particular favor blue-faced martelus for their brilliant feathers, while adventurous types and treasure-hunters prefer the white-faced martelus for its ease of training and hardier nature.
Sprite art: Tekla (adult) | Description: Tekla/PKGriffin