Scientific Name: Columba horae (unconfirmed)
Common Name: Mourning Doves of the Hourglass Veil
Classification: Avian Fauna — Exotic Realm Species
Description:
Mourning Doves of the Hourglass Veil are pure white birds that fly in slow, perfect circles above dueling grounds and ritual sites. Their wingbeats produce a rhythmic ticking sound, likened to the passing of time itself. Their feathers absorb light, creating localized dimming in their flight path.
Known Effects on Humans:
Their presence often coincides with broken vows, failed oaths, or impending acts of betrayal.
Individuals near these doves report heightened anxiety and feelings of impending doom.
Their rhythmic wingbeats are said to be a natural clock, marking the time left to mend broken promises.
In rare cases, their flight disrupts time perception, causing moments to loop or stretch.
Behavioral Notes:
These doves never vocalize; their only sound is the mechanical tick of their wings.
They congregate mostly at sites of ritual combat or solemn oath-taking.
The doves appear to be both watchers and enforcers of the Pale Country’s strict codes of conduct.
Warnings / Dangers:
Prolonged exposure can lead to obsessive fixation on promises or guilt over broken vows.
The doves’ presence is often a harbinger of personal or communal tragedy.
Avoidance of oath-breaking near their habitats is strongly advised.
Disruption of their flight patterns may provoke unpredictable temporal disturbances.
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