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A tradition dating back to 2008 when [[Kitan Tataru|Kitan]] was still an Aspirant of the Gray Ajah. As a raising project she started the idea of giving Aspirants "Graytlings", little baby animals. While Kitan is no longer with the Ajah, the tradition stuck and now when ever we have a new Aspirant, they are gifted with a baby animal chosen by their Gray Guide and fellow Aspirants. | A tradition dating back to 2008 when [[Kitan Tataru|Kitan]] was still an Aspirant of the Gray Ajah. As a raising project she started the idea of giving Aspirants "Graytlings", little baby animals. While Kitan is no longer with the Ajah, the tradition stuck and now when ever we have a new Aspirant, they are gifted with a baby animal chosen by their Gray Guide and fellow Aspirants. | ||
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− | + | ==Grays and their Graytlings== | |
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− | + | ===Aintza=== | |
− | + | [[Image:AinztaGraytling.png]] | |
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+ | Graytling: Baby maned wolf | ||
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+ | "A part of this is because I know VC and us fought over her (and Red and the maned wolf is red-ish :p) It's also very much one of a kind (Genetics prove it's not a wolf OR fox, the the only member of it's genus), just like Aintza is one of a kind." | ||
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+ | ===Alyssa=== | ||
+ | [[File:AlyssaGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby meerkat | ||
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+ | ===Ashara=== | ||
+ | [[Image:Ashara's Graytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby orca | ||
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+ | "Orcas are matrilineal and babies are cared for by the whole group of females, though a baby orca will always have a strong bond with its mother. They are very family-based animals and are protective of their own. Some babies grow into independent orcas that will leave and start their own pod, but others stay with their mothers and grandmothers and have their own children within this close-knit family group. Their sophisticated hunting techniques are considered by many scientists to be a clear example of animal 'culture'. Some indigenous groups believe the orca is the reincarnated soul of dead family members and their appearance is a sign of good fortune." | ||
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+ | ===Badria=== | ||
+ | [[File:Badria wombat.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby wombat | ||
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+ | ===Camlyn=== | ||
+ | [[File:Camlyn Jaguar-1.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby jaguar | ||
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+ | ===Chiyuki=== | ||
+ | [[File:Chigraytling.jpg]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby hedgehog | ||
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+ | ===Elyss=== | ||
+ | [[Image:Elyss Graytling.PNG]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby bunny | ||
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+ | "Rabbits are extremely smart and have good memories (and we all know Elyss is brilliant and whatnot) Although rabbits are often shy, they are very affectionate with those in their group and will communicate in a variety of ways including vocally. (Elyss is generally kind of shy, but is not afraid to speak up and is especially affectionate with those she cares about). | ||
+ | Rabbits also work hard or get bored, have an incredible knowledge of their environment and surroundings, and alert others when there is danger. Rabbits have long been regarded as symbols of purity and rebirth as well as representations of graciousness, kindness, sensitivity, compassion, tenderness and elegance. And since I have had the privilege of knowing her since birth and watching her grow I am amazed at just how true all of these are for this special young woman.'' | ||
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+ | ===Eriana=== | ||
+ | [[File:Eriana graytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby ewok | ||
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+ | ===Halosia=== | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby cougar | ||
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+ | ===Ilverin=== | ||
+ | [[File:IlverinGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby octopus | ||
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+ | "Octopuses* are SUPER smart, super interesting, and super adaptable - all things that are also true of our Ilverin. They have 8 tentacles so they are excellent at multitasking; Ilverin has her hands in TONS of things all the time and she always seems to be able to keep everything running smoothly, so clearly this is a good fit for her. Some octopuses can change color to match their surroundings, and if an octopus somehow loses a limb, they can grow it back. Ilverin can't do those things (darn!) but she IS very adaptable! Octopuses are very curious and are great escape artists - when they're kept in an aquarium, the keepers have to continually change out their toys, and also make sure their tanks are locked down tight all the time. Ilverin is also very curious, likes to learn and explore (her recent experiences with GeoGuessr come to mind), and I'm sure she'd be able to find a way out of any situation she didn't want to be in | ||
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+ | /*No matter how much I want the plural of octopus to be octopii, according to this expert the correct word is octopuses, which just sounds ridiculous. | ||
+ | " | ||
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+ | ===Ilyana=== | ||
+ | [[File:IlyFox.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby fox | ||
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+ | ===Imzadi=== | ||
+ | [[File:ImzadiGraytling.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby butterfly (caterpillar) | ||
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+ | ===Iteran=== | ||
+ | [[File:Iteran panda-1.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby panda | ||
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+ | ===Ivien=== | ||
+ | [[File:Lijena babypenguin.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby penguin | ||
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+ | ===Jahily=== | ||
+ | [[File:JahilyGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby mink | ||
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+ | ===Jenarra=== | ||
+ | [[File:JenarraGraytling.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby puma | ||
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+ | ===Jordan=== | ||
+ | [[File:Jordan redpanda.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby red panda | ||
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+ | ===Kaeldra=== | ||
+ | [[File:Kaeldragrayting.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby rhino | ||
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+ | ===Kitiarah=== | ||
+ | [[File:Kiti squirrel.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby squirrel | ||
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+ | ===Kymo=== | ||
+ | [[File:Kymo spidermonkey-1.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby spider monkey | ||
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+ | ===Lokadien=== | ||
+ | [[File:Graytling-Lokadien.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby koala | ||
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+ | "an easy-going and calm animal that takes great care of his family. He is funny, tolerant and easily attaches itself to new friends." Lokadien also used to live in Australia. | ||
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+ | ===Madine=== | ||
+ | [[File:Madie.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby deer | ||
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+ | ===Maibella=== | ||
+ | [[Image:Mai 1.PNG]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby owl | ||
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+ | "I think the Owl suits Mai well. While she is a new and shiny young Gray she brings wisdom and patience to the Ajah. Of course being a baby owl means she is still sprightly and fun." | ||
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+ | ===Marivea=== | ||
+ | [[File:MariveaGraytling.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby donkey | ||
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+ | ===Ma'sayna=== | ||
+ | [[File:MassieGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby ferret | ||
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+ | ===Megana=== | ||
+ | [[File:MeganaGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby gosling | ||
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+ | ===Melina=== | ||
+ | [[File:Melina lamb.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby lamb | ||
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+ | ===Myriam=== | ||
+ | [[File:Myr hedgehog.gif]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby hedgehog | ||
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+ | ===Prewan=== | ||
+ | [[File:PrewGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby sea turtle | ||
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+ | ===Siera=== | ||
+ | [[File:HanaGraytling.jpg]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby horse | ||
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+ | ===Taelinn=== | ||
+ | [[File:TaelinnGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby warthog | ||
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+ | ===Tai=== | ||
+ | [[File:TaiGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby seal | ||
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+ | ===Tomeina=== | ||
+ | [[File:TomeinaGraytling.png]] | ||
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+ | Graytling: Baby pterodactyl | ||
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+ | "The Pterodactyl may be extinct, but what does that matter in the turning of the Wheel? They have all the whimsy of a dragon or unicorn with the added excitement that they are/were real creatures. I think this balance between the unbelievable and the real, of mystery and discovery, is an apt metaphor for Gray and our newest Graytling." | ||
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+ | ===Tyla=== | ||
+ | [[Image:GraytlingTyla.png]] | ||
+ | |||
+ | Graytling: Baby goat | ||
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+ | "With usable fleece for spinning and knitting, Tyla is more than just a cute face. She's likes to bounce around (jump Ajah's :p) but in the end she will always find her home here in Gray. She is playful, fun (as by her creative nature in coming up with our first Mad Scientist), srs bzns, and all the things that Gray stands for!" | ||
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+ | ===Zarathi=== | ||
+ | Graytling: Baby deer | ||
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**[[:Category:Gray_Images_(Graytling)|Graytling Gallery]] | **[[:Category:Gray_Images_(Graytling)|Graytling Gallery]] | ||
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+ | ==Former Graytlings== | ||
* Addelyn: Baby kitten with froghat | * Addelyn: Baby kitten with froghat | ||
* Ajailyn: Baby lion | * Ajailyn: Baby lion |
Revision as of 00:01, 13 April 2022
A tradition dating back to 2008 when Kitan was still an Aspirant of the Gray Ajah. As a raising project she started the idea of giving Aspirants "Graytlings", little baby animals. While Kitan is no longer with the Ajah, the tradition stuck and now when ever we have a new Aspirant, they are gifted with a baby animal chosen by their Gray Guide and fellow Aspirants.
Grays and their Graytlings
Aintza
Graytling: Baby maned wolf
"A part of this is because I know VC and us fought over her (and Red and the maned wolf is red-ish :p) It's also very much one of a kind (Genetics prove it's not a wolf OR fox, the the only member of it's genus), just like Aintza is one of a kind."
Alyssa
Graytling: Baby meerkat
Ashara
Graytling: Baby orca
"Orcas are matrilineal and babies are cared for by the whole group of females, though a baby orca will always have a strong bond with its mother. They are very family-based animals and are protective of their own. Some babies grow into independent orcas that will leave and start their own pod, but others stay with their mothers and grandmothers and have their own children within this close-knit family group. Their sophisticated hunting techniques are considered by many scientists to be a clear example of animal 'culture'. Some indigenous groups believe the orca is the reincarnated soul of dead family members and their appearance is a sign of good fortune."
Badria
Graytling: Baby wombat
Camlyn
Graytling: Baby jaguar
Chiyuki
Graytling: Baby hedgehog
Elyss
Graytling: Baby bunny
"Rabbits are extremely smart and have good memories (and we all know Elyss is brilliant and whatnot) Although rabbits are often shy, they are very affectionate with those in their group and will communicate in a variety of ways including vocally. (Elyss is generally kind of shy, but is not afraid to speak up and is especially affectionate with those she cares about). Rabbits also work hard or get bored, have an incredible knowledge of their environment and surroundings, and alert others when there is danger. Rabbits have long been regarded as symbols of purity and rebirth as well as representations of graciousness, kindness, sensitivity, compassion, tenderness and elegance. And since I have had the privilege of knowing her since birth and watching her grow I am amazed at just how true all of these are for this special young woman.
Eriana
Graytling: Baby ewok
Halosia
Graytling: Baby cougar
Ilverin
Graytling: Baby octopus
"Octopuses* are SUPER smart, super interesting, and super adaptable - all things that are also true of our Ilverin. They have 8 tentacles so they are excellent at multitasking; Ilverin has her hands in TONS of things all the time and she always seems to be able to keep everything running smoothly, so clearly this is a good fit for her. Some octopuses can change color to match their surroundings, and if an octopus somehow loses a limb, they can grow it back. Ilverin can't do those things (darn!) but she IS very adaptable! Octopuses are very curious and are great escape artists - when they're kept in an aquarium, the keepers have to continually change out their toys, and also make sure their tanks are locked down tight all the time. Ilverin is also very curious, likes to learn and explore (her recent experiences with GeoGuessr come to mind), and I'm sure she'd be able to find a way out of any situation she didn't want to be in
/*No matter how much I want the plural of octopus to be octopii, according to this expert the correct word is octopuses, which just sounds ridiculous.
"
Ilyana
Graytling: Baby fox
Imzadi
Graytling: Baby butterfly (caterpillar)
Iteran
Graytling: Baby panda
Ivien
Graytling: Baby penguin
Jahily
Graytling: Baby mink
Jenarra
Graytling: Baby puma
Jordan
Graytling: Baby red panda
Kaeldra
Graytling: Baby rhino
Kitiarah
Graytling: Baby squirrel
Kymo
Graytling: Baby spider monkey
Lokadien
Graytling: Baby koala
"an easy-going and calm animal that takes great care of his family. He is funny, tolerant and easily attaches itself to new friends." Lokadien also used to live in Australia.
Madine
Graytling: Baby deer
Maibella
Graytling: Baby owl
"I think the Owl suits Mai well. While she is a new and shiny young Gray she brings wisdom and patience to the Ajah. Of course being a baby owl means she is still sprightly and fun."
Marivea
Graytling: Baby donkey
Ma'sayna
Graytling: Baby ferret
Megana
Graytling: Baby gosling
Melina
Graytling: Baby lamb
Myriam
Graytling: Baby hedgehog
Prewan
Graytling: Baby sea turtle
Siera
Graytling: Baby horse
Taelinn
Graytling: Baby warthog
Tai
Graytling: Baby seal
Tomeina
Graytling: Baby pterodactyl
"The Pterodactyl may be extinct, but what does that matter in the turning of the Wheel? They have all the whimsy of a dragon or unicorn with the added excitement that they are/were real creatures. I think this balance between the unbelievable and the real, of mystery and discovery, is an apt metaphor for Gray and our newest Graytling."
Tyla
Graytling: Baby goat
"With usable fleece for spinning and knitting, Tyla is more than just a cute face. She's likes to bounce around (jump Ajah's :p) but in the end she will always find her home here in Gray. She is playful, fun (as by her creative nature in coming up with our first Mad Scientist), srs bzns, and all the things that Gray stands for!"
Zarathi
Graytling: Baby deer
Former Graytlings
- Addelyn: Baby kitten with froghat
- Ajailyn: Baby lion
- Alyria: Baby duck
- Arie: Baby snow leopard
- Brynden: Baby beaver
- Ennairam: Baby porcupine
- Izabella: Baby wombat
- Kitan: Baby meerkat
- Liiane: Baby zebra
- Malein: Baby skunk
- Mirindyin: Baby marten
- Reniel: Baby grey wolf
- Thalya: Baby pufferfish
Grays without Graytlings
- Eirlys
- Magdalenna