#the sunguard

[ailurocide]

Question- do companions get their wings clipped, or pinioned? Not to out myself as a bird nerd but while they're both very bad things to do to a bird, one is a LOT worse than the other.

Clipping a bird's wing means cutting back the primary flight feathers on one wing. Clipping only one wing prevents the bird from properly balancing in flight, meaning it'll swerve to one side and fall to the ground if it tries, so it won't be able to maintain flight. It's technically painless (though robbing a bird of its ability to fly is still Bad, they're designed almost entirely for wing-powered flight from the ground up. You should see what the avian respiratory system looks like), and is reversible.

After molting, the flight feathers will grow back, and the bird will be capable of flight unless its wings are re-clipped. However, clipping often starts before a bird can learn to fly, and even without that the wing muscles will atrophy over time due to disuse, meaning that a bird whose been getting wing-clipped every molt will still have a significant road to recovery after the clipping stops, and may need to be trained or re-trained on the basics of flight.

Pinioning is worse. Pinioning means amputating one wing just above the wrist joint (the second joint of the wing, further from the body. usually just past this, to leave the thumb/alula/"bastard wing" intact so its feathers cover the stump), usually while the bird is still so young that its bones haven't had time to harden, usually without painkillers of any sort. This has a similar effect to clipping, but A. it's fully permanent and B. it throws off the bird's balance even when on the ground, as that's a not-insignificant amount of weight removed from just one side (if both sides are clipped/pinioned, the lack of imbalance means the bird can re-learn how to fly even with shortened wings). Doesn't effect heavier birds like waterfowl too bad iirc, but those tend to keep both feet on solid ground (or just float on water).

A pinioned felfolk would likely have some trouble with delicate balancing, especially as instinct might tell them to use their wings to aid them in balancing- which only makes things worse, since one is, of course, pinioned. One with clipped wings might struggle a bit, but the weight difference would be a lot less drastic, and it's just a matter of waiting to molt & regrow those flight feathers (molts usually happen at least once a year for most species, sometimes more often but most will at least molt in late fall, so their feathers are in good condition to keep them warm during winter)

...Sorry for the unprompted nitpicky inbox essay, but both options have significantly different implications for dear Castel and I'm not good at keeping my mouth shut about bird stuff. Still, I hope this could be helpful to you in some way!

Okay first off: please don’t apologize!! Thank you sincerely for bringing this to my attention… I always love learning new things about animals, even if they’re heartbreaking like this.

Everybody say thank you to bird nerd anon!!

After reading through this a few times and really think about it, I’m gonna alter a few things now that I’m more informed:

(I’d also like to reiterate that what the Sunguard Guild does to their companions is barbaric and not the norm for Guilds and their companions. I do not support the practice of declawing, pinioning, or wing-clipping.)

The Sunguard Guild typically pinions their companions. They have this process done to prevent their companions from leaving the Guild, and typically the head of the primary companion family, or the overall oldest companion, is in charge of ensuring that the pinioning goes well and relatively smoothly.

So most of the current Sunguard companions have a pinioned wing.

#(also if you want to keep spamming my inbox about bird stuff- #I might not reply publicly but I shall file the info away v loyally for later 👀) #ailurocide #ask #anonymouse #spotty speaks #ailurocide: the companions #ailurocide: the sunguard guild #keyword: m o s t companions

[sjolldorei]

finally doing the whelp daycare quests. love this game. love a good pet battle situation <3

#world of warcraft #dragonflight #sjoll sunguard

[kittycatcorner]

harmonia stuff!! she’s my d&d character for my baldur’s gate campaign, and she’s just a good church girl trying to survive out here  no full ref yet, but i’m working on it!! 

#art #digital art #d&d #d&d 5e #baldur's gate #d&d art #harmonia w. sunguarde #moodboard

[guardianglass]

In 2023, the Indian glass products industry stands at the forefront of innovation and quality. Notably, the production of glass for uPVC windows has witnessed a remarkable surge.

#Glass for Homes #solar glass #sunguard glass

[swebfunda]

#Sunguard Builders #Sunguard Builders Projects #Sunguard Builders Property #New Launch Sunguard Builders Projects

[arqbrasil]

Janelas do Ipiranga recebem vidros Guardian Glass

Janelas do Ipiranga recebem vidros Guardian Glass

Construído em 1890, prédio foi reaberto após passar por uma reforma total, com reparos em todos os detalhes da arquitetura, incluindo a revitalização das fachadas. Reinaugurado em setembro para a comemoração do bicentenário da independência do Brasil, o Museu do Ipiranga ficou nove anos fechado e passou por uma ampla reforma de restauração e modernização. Os reparos incluíram todos os detalhes…

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#GuardianGlass #Vidros #@guardianbrasil #@museudoipiranga #SunGuard

[updateterbaruterkini]

Inilah 5 Keunggulan Cat Tembok Eksterior Sunguard All-In-One yang Perlu Anda Ketahui

Inilah 5 Keunggulan Cat Tembok Eksterior Sunguard All-In-One yang Perlu Anda Ketahui

Bagi Anda pemilik rumah, kondisi tembok eksterior tidak kalah pentingnya denagn inteiro. Sehingga harus diperhatikan dengan baik. Salah satunya adalah dalam hal memilih cat tembok eksterior yang tepat. Sebisa mungkin pilihlah cat eksterior yang berkualitas. Sebab, cat tembok eksterior yang berkualitas tidak sekedar menambah estetika tampilan rumah. Namun juga mampu memberikan perlindungan untuk…

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#CatEksterior #SunguardAll-In-One #WarnaTetapCerah15Tahun #Cat Eksterior #Cat Tahan Lama #Sunguard All-In-One #Warna Tetap Cerah 15 Tahun

[etherium-fr]

In celebration of Brightshine Jubilee, I thought it would be fun to give away a copy of every main Brightshine apparel from 2013 through 2022, including Sunchaser Jewelry, which is now so rare that it sells for over twenty thousand gems on the auction house!

Entering is simple—reblog this post once with your username and number in the tags. Likes and follows are appreciated, but not necessary. Duplicate entries will be deleted. The giveaway will close on Friday, July 8, 2022 at 8 PM EST, and a winner will be drawn shortly afterward.

The winner will receive ten items: Sunchaser Jewelry, Sunguard Chest, Solar Blades, Luminous Legguards, Hewn Philosopher’s Veil, Luminous Sundrapes, Brightshine Raiments, Daybreak Decorations, Lustrous Mantle, and Gilded Compass.

Good luck and happy Brightshine!

#flight rising #brightshine jubilee

[a-snarling-mimic]

Had a realization that Lightweaver just really, really likes spheres, huh?

-Spheres are all over the Lightweaver’s Domain scene.

-The new Light Aura apparel is made up entirely of glowing spheres.

-Sunguard Chest, Sun Chaser Jewelry, Luminous Legguards, Luminous Sundrapes, and Solar Blades all have spheres or almost-spheres somewhere in the design.

-The Light sprite, Shining Goblin, Luminous Ambassador, Shining Cancer, Marble Lightweaver, and Lightback Slink are all holding spheres, or have spheres as part of their body.

-The Sunsea Pseudo is a recolor of the Wavebreak Snarler, so both are surrounded by bubbles… which are spherical.

-The Sunbeam soldier has some almost-spheres floating around them.

-Pearlcatchers, one of the breeds created by the Lightweaver, hold pearls that are physical manifestations of their souls, and also spherical.

Lightweaver REALLY loves spheres.

#flight rising #lightweaver #brightshine jubilee #light confirmed orb pondering flight

[ailurocide]

whats the history of the houses’ companions? -🪷

When compared to the meaning of a bunch of daffodils, a lone daffodil’s meaning is very interesting and stark in comparison!

#ailurocide: spoiler plant questions #ailurocide #ask #lotus (🪷) anon #ailurocide: the sunguard house

[sjolldorei]

#ffxiv #viera #quil sunguard

[kittycatcorner]

more harmonia! from last session  she’s got a lot on her mind right now

#art #digital art #d&d #d&d 5e #baldur's gate #d&d art #harmonia w. sunguarde #doodles

[guardianglass]

From architectural marvels to intricate artistry, this blog unravels the mesmerizing potential of glass in various industries. Explore the latest innovations in energy-efficient windows, avant-garde glass sculptures, and cutting-edge automotive glass technology. Gain valuable tips on maintenance and cleaning to keep your glass surfaces pristine. Delve into the world of sustainable glass solutions, showcasing how this versatile material is reshaping the future of construction and design. Whether you're a glass enthusiast, a design professional, or a curious reader, this blog invites you to discover the endless possibilities of glass.

#Sunguard glass #Solar Glass

[blackjackkent]

Help Me Pick My BG3 Character :D

Given that I'm almost done with Throne of Bhaal and going to start liveblogging BG3 pretty soon, I need a vote on which of these characters I should play for that playthrough, because I'm torn. :D

Poll at the bottom!

Some of these are my old D&D characters that I would be reviving in a new medium and some are brand new. All romance options are completely possible at this stage - waiting to see how the character actually interacts with them all in game. :D

Rhian Wolfswift. (Originally named Aderyn, but I already used that on this blog for one of my DAI Inquisitors.) My first D&D character, half-elf bard with the urchin background. Sarcastic, charming when needed; grew up busking on the streets for money and will do basically anything that gets her the coin to keep her mother housed and off the streets.

Jayce Fraser, tiefling ranger with the outlander background. Another of my D&D characters. A roamer and hunter of wild beasts, travels with a wolf companion named Caleb (if the game will allow it). More comfortable among animals than people and dedicated to the preservation and protection of the natural world.

Hector Carlisle, human monk, sage background. A certified BlackjackKent sad dad special. New OC for this playthrough, not played before. History nerd who was the illegitimate child of a monk in a monastery of Selune and was raised there after his father disappeared. Very smart, very dedicated to serving those around him, wildly unprepared for the outside world after having spent almost his whole life among other monks.

Trystan Sunguard, elven warlock, noble background. Another fresh OC. Was well on his way to becoming one of the most powerful wizards that had ever been seen at the extremely prestigious school to which he was sent - until he got far too confident in his own skill and opened a portal to the Far Realms, and something looked back.

#bg3 #baldur's gate 3 #bjk plays baldur's gate 3 #original character #poll #i'm honestly torn between all of them so i am curious if anyone has a strong opinion to help sway me :D #comments/ideas also welcome #apologies in advance if I reblog this a number of times before the poll closes :P

[arqbrasil]

Muro com vidro SunGuard Âmbar no Rio by Yoo

Muro com vidro SunGuard Âmbar no Rio by Yoo

Em formato de diamante e cor exclusiva, estrutura contribui para a integração do edifício com a paisagem icônica do Aterro do Flamengo, no Rio de Janeiro. Após passar por um amplo processo de retrofit arquitetônico e estrutural, o antigo Edifício Hilton Santos, com quase 70 anos de história, localizado em frente ao Aterro do Flamengo, no Rio de Janeiro (RJ), tornou-se o empreendimento…

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#AnibalSabrosa #GuardianGlass #RioByYoo #RJZCyrela #VivianeSequetin #@guardianbrasil #@raf_arquitetura #@studioconnecta #SunGuard

[ichorscrawl]

Snapleap Sunguard - Lichenfall

A short-furred, ginger tabby tom with blue eyes.

#warrior cats oc #FLOODSPLAINS #wc fanlore