Water Flight

The Water Flight is one of the 11 Elemental Flights in Flight Rising.

Its missing deity is The Tidelord, and its members reside in the Sea of a Thousand Currents. Water dragons' eyes come in shades of blue. It is the 3rd smallest flight as of June 29th, 2022.

About[]

The Water dragons of the Sea of a Thousand Currents are oracles. They prefer to be as fluid as the waves and currents of the oceans. Of all the dragons, Water dragons are the most mysterious, predicting the many futures that may come to pass, but revealing nothing of what they divine to outsiders. Shells and magic orbs are their favored treasures.

Region[]

The Water Flight considers all bodies of water to be theirs by right, but they have only ever been able to reliably hold the Sea of a Thousand Currents, rather than the larger body of water surrounding the continent. The Sea is bordered by the Light, Plague, Wind, Shadow, Lightning, and Fire Flight territories.

Several associated locations—Bamboo Falls, Redrock Cove, and the Kelp Beds—can be visited in the Coliseum.

Region Image	Description
^{Tsunami Flats}	A becalmed coastal stretch of shoals and giant tidal pools. Dragons occupy the pools, burrowing into the loamy sand and shaping half-submerged underwater caves with their small, but growing magics. Sustenance, in the form of amphibious reptiles and fish, is abundant. Although seemingly a frontier, it is at these shores that the Water God is most able to protect his charges, employing tidal wave defenses to menace away aggressors.
^{Drowned Sanctum}	An ancient magical apparatus built to monitor the ley energies flowing throughout the Sea of a Thousand Currents. The Drowned Sanctum provides invaluable analysis on the strength of latent water magic and relays it directly to the Oculus of the Eleven, where it is monitored and researched by skilled magisters and scholars.
^{Fishspine Reef}	The coral here roots deep into the dried marrow of gargantuan bones left behind from an ancient battle in a forgotten era. Whether these remains are of monstrous fish, dragons of yore, or something completely other, the Fishspine is crowded by a lost history, sunken artifacts, and drowned spirits.
^{Churnscar Wharf}	Nestled on a previously submerged tropical peninsula, this bustling harbor now acts as a vital shipping port and go-between for seafaring dragons of every stripe. Seeking to repair and revitalize what was lost during the destruction wrought by an elemental maelstrom, water dragons use this centralized location to provide invaluable services to a growing realm.
^{Leviathan Trench}	The deepest part of the world. The sea beneath the sea is a treacherous and savage place possessing of an unforgiving undertow and precious little light. Many wonders are said to exist here - more relics of prehistory - shrouded, even from the Tidelord's gaze, by a silty, unbroken twilight occupied by alien fish, and far worse. It is in the safety of the cliff faces that the flights dig their homes, and into the unknown that their bravest dare dive.
^{Shoredeep Presage}	Every burgeoning oracle has made a pilgrimage to the Shoredeep Presage. A network of sea caves lead would-be seers to deep ritual chambers where their desperate pleas usually yield the first of many prophecies from the Tidelord himself. Silence now grips these tunnels, and those who venture there emerge only with disappointment.
^{The Spiral Keep}	An immense conch, settled and pressed into the very bottom of the seabed. The pressure here is so intense, that the integrity of this mysterious structure is pressed to its limit, nearly imploding under the weight of the water churning overhead. Within this dreary coil, the Tidelord bellows and moans his prophecies, which are carried to the surface by way of billions of tiny bubbles.
^{Flotsam Town}	After having their coastal lairs destroyed by a powerful hurricane, dragon clans came together and constructed this sprawling town from the wreckage of their former homes. Those that live, work, and play here have a tremendous bond forged from the collective loss they endured and are among the most welcoming communities in the realm. It may not be the tidiest village on Sornieth, but the tenacity and kindness of its denizens has made Flotsam Town a badge of pride floating in the midst of the central sea.

Items[]

Familiars[]

Familiars that are directly related to the flight by their description and/or elemental affinity in the Coliseum.

Notable Flora and Fauna[]

Food items with descriptions that clearly link them to the flight.

Icon	Name	Description
	Bountiful Kelp Net	This harvest of kelp can be used to feed Maren, dragon, and fish schools alike.
	Deep Sea Lobster	A dragon delicacy that can only be fished by deep-diving water dragons.
	Green Algae	Hard to believe this is the preferred food of many gigantic sea beasts.
	Nudibranch	The shed shells of grown nudibranch mollusks are often collected by water dragons for good luck.
	Pond Plates	Finally... armored water!
	Seaberry	Even berries are better down where it's wetter.
	Silt Sifter	Also known as the sea vacuum, the Silt Sifter leaves a spotless ocean bottom in its wake.
	Water Bug	This is a true Water Bug, all others are just pretenders.
	Watermelon	Though it has a land-growing cousin, this melon is cultivated exclusively in the Sea of a Thousand Currents.

Apparel[]

Apparel items that are directly related to the flight by their description and/or appearance.

Icon	Name	Description
	Diver Emblem	A glowing water rune; the sign of a true magical adept.
	Diver Armband	An azure jeweled armband, commonly worn by denizens of the Sea of a Thousand Currents.
	Thresher Flatfins	Several fins, attached to the head and limbs, help propel their wearer through the deeps. Accompanied by a set of neck gills.
	Diver Sash	A ceremonial sash gifted to those who have brought honor to the Sea of a Thousand Currents.
	Seashell Mantle	A collar and cloak made from discarded treasures.
	Diver Crown	A glorious crown awarded to dragons who have shown good leadership while visiting the Sea of a Thousand Currents.
	Warmwater Wanderers	A school of followers for a seafaring leader.
	Deeprealm Trident	A trident with a long reach is an excellent weapon in the deep...
	Fin Jewels	A translucent material has been stretched between the silver framework.
	Fathomsearch Halo	Encircling the head, this halo of torrential waves is the magical sign of a powerful individual.
	Fathomsearch Spirit Jug	Since hydromancers lost their connection to the Tidelord, many have taken up practicing other forms of water magic. These enchanted jugs can temporarily call forth a watery companion.
	Standard of the Tidelord	The prophets of the Water flight bear their colors proudly on the battlefield. This flapping standard inspires all who see it flying proudly.
	Current Caller Raiment	A decorative cloth adornment used by high oracles and prophets of the Water flight. In certain light, the delicate weave of the fabric shimmers like fish scales.
	Coral Crown	The Jewels of the Sea are for those of great prophetic ability.
	Water's Charm	Born by those blessed by the Tidelord.
	Current Catch	Skilled divers may spear the finest of fish... oops, dropped one!
	Polished Trident	Someone really put in the elbow grease. Hunting the deeps with this thing might be a little hard if you get caught in a sunshaft.
	Undine's Flatfins	Aquatic adaptations for those who wish to traverse the depths of lakes, rivers, and bodies of freshwater.
	Kelpie Guise	Be wary of donning this cloak around water, or dragons may find themselves unable to remove it...
	Seaside Kelpie Mane	An oceanic swath of unkempt hair and weeds.
	Water Tome	A durable leather tome filled with ancient knowledge of the Water Flight.
	Waverider Cape	This voluminous cape repels water and mildew.

Miscellaneous[]

Other items that are directly related to the flight by their description and/or appearance.

Icon	Name	Description
	Water Runestone	An ancient stone bearing the ancestral rune of the Tidelord. Such a find should be kept as a prized possession.
	Giant Sand Dollar	A large, flat sand dollar. These come in an array of pastel colors. This can be traded at the Festive Favors shop during the Wavecrest Saturnalia.
	Water Holiday Chests	This box is filled with liquid and encrusted by barnacles. As you pry off the last barnacle, the water rushes out, leaving behind the contents of the chest...
	Unhatched Water Egg	A rough, porous egg that is covered in barnacles. Bubbles are forming at the cracks and crevices that make up its shell, which is soaked through with seawater.
	Sopping Tidelord Sackdoll	A crudely-fashioned stuffed doll that resembles the Tidelord. It's sopping wet and you can't tell what the material is.
	Tidelord Seashell Decoration	A decorative trinket resembling the Tidelord. It is comprised of seashells and bits of coral. One can hear hundreds of faint whispers when holding it close.
	Vista: Wavecrest Saturnalia	Released during the 2017 Wavecrest Saturnalia.
	Vista: Tidelord	Released during the 2018 Wavecrest Saturnalia.
	Vista: Guardian Dragons	Features the Water Flight's native modern breed, the Guardian Dragon, on a Sea of a Thousand Currents backdrop.
	Vista: Undertide Dragons	Features the Water Flight's native ancient breed, the Undertide Dragon, on a Fishspine Reef backdrop.
	Vista: Bamboo Falls	Features the Water and Wind runes.
	Vista: Redrock Cove	Pictures the Redrock Cove.
	Vista: Kelp Beds	Pictures the Kelp Beds.
	Vista: Deepsea Dive	Features undersea life.
	Vista: Sea Slugs	Features an underwater reef.
	Scene: Tidelord's Domain	Pictures the Sea of a Thousand Currents.
	Scene: Kelp Beds	Pictures the Kelp Beds.
	Scene: Elder Sea	Pictures an underwater clearing.
	Barnacle-Encrusted Bottle	This small treasure cache is also home to a variety of tiny guardians.
	Barnacle-Encrusted Relic	It's difficult to tell whether this belonged to a Maren or a seafaring Longneck. It belongs to the barnacles and you now.
	Behemoth Lance	Dragons not of the water flight are unable to discern what manner of creature this spearhead came from. Those of the water flight will not speak of it.
	Blacksand Barnacles	Water-faring dragons who neglect to prevent and remove barnacles are often shunned.
	Bluesand Agate	Also known as Tidelord's Tears, this agate is rumored to grant its bearer premonitions.
	Dragonhorn Coral	A foundation of many reefs in the Sea of a Thousand Currents.
	Fish Harvester	Guardian hatchlings will occasionally bite into the ends of these spears to give the wielder a startle.
	Igneous Flow	These rocks can be found where Blacksand Annex meets the domain of the Tidelord.
	Kelp Sickle	The blades of kelp sickles are carved from enormous shells found in the Leviathan Trench. They are incredibly sharp and do not have that pesky habit of rusting the second they touch saltwater.
	Kelp Tender Plush	An excellent companion piece to the Sopping Tidelord Sackdoll.
	Pulsing Relic	When submerged in warm water, this relic begins to thrum with faint power. It would take a lot of them to power anything worthwhile.

Powers and Abilities[]

Water Dragons wield torrential waves. Water deals increased damage to Earth, Fire, and Wind, and is weak to Ice, Lightning, and Plague.

Water-specific Battle Stones[]

Icon	Name	Description
	Wave Slash	A forceful slash of seawater. Deals physical Water damage to one target. May only be used by Water dragons.
	Hydro Bolt	A powerful stream of tide water. Deals Water damage to one target. May only be used by Water dragons.
	Drown	Douses the target in a curtain of seawater. Has a chance to apply Slow (the target's speed is drastically reduced). May only be used by Water dragons.
	Aquatic Acuity Fragment	When assigned, this fragment empowers one Water dragon with +2 Intellect.
	Aquatic Might Fragment	When assigned, this fragment empowers one Water dragon with +2 Strength.

Gameplay[]

Eyes[]

Native Dragon Breeds[]

Currently, Guardians and Fathoms are the only modern breeds native to the Sea of a Thousand Currents, and Undertides the resident ancient breed. Guardians originate from the Fishspine Reef subregion, and Undertides come from The Deep.

Eggs & Nest[]

"A rough, porous egg that is covered in barnacles. Bubbles are forming at the cracks and crevices that make up its shell, which is soaked through with seawater." - Unhatched Water Egg

Water eggs resemble cracked rocks covered with barnacles and surrounded by bubbles. They are nested in an underwater alcove surrounded by various aquatic species such as barnacles, anemones, and seaweed.

Page Background[]

The default Water Flight background is of Tsunami Flats and features a bright, sandy coastline full of tidepools and palm trees. Sheer cliffs separate the beach from the mainland and birds are flying in the cloudy blue sky.

Wavecrest Saturnalia[]

The Wavecrest Saturnalia is the annual elemental holiday of the Water Flight. It takes place during the last week of April.

Image Gallery[]

Sources[]

Elemental Flights
Arcane Flight Earth Flight Fire Flight Ice Flight Light Flight Lightning Flight Nature Flight Plague Flight Shadow Flight Water Flight Wind Flight