Noctapod Traits
! This page is about the Noctapod traits/species aspects. to find lore, click on the button !
Design rules and Anatomy
Noctapods are raptor-like creatures which are part of the Noctarian Locus. They are a closed species only available with MYO´s GA sales or Admin sales.
All Noctapods have a somewhat feral/raptor like stance. They are unable to have a human/full anthro anatomy. They have a long flat snout and a big “brow bow” on their head. All Noctapods also have a horn on their head and a partially plated belly with iridescent scales.
While different subspecies have more features, these Core traits MUST be visible with all designs
While different subspecies have more features, these Core traits MUST be visible with all designs
Body colour/markings/textures
While we listed more “common colors” for Noctapods for each subspecies, you don´t have to use them. You can use any markings/colors for your design!
You can also apply these textures to your Noctapod!
Changing subspecies
A Noctapod cannot change it´s subspecies canonicly. You can however overhaul your Noctapod and give it another subspecies. When doing so hide previous artwork from the old subspecies to avoid confusion.
How do I obtain a Noctapod?
Noctapods can be ether obtained via adopt sales by the species owners (Arnoctis), via Guest artist sales or via a MYO.
Be to read everything in this page carefully and be aware that you automaticly agree to the species and creators TOS by obtaining a Noctarion.
If you want to use a free base, please click here!
If you want to purchase official Noctapod bases, please click here!
If you want to purchase official Noctapod bases, please click here!
Species FAQ
Can I Make my own Noctapod?
Noctapods are a closed species and part of the Noctarion Locus. The species will be aviable via MYO sales or from adopt sales by the owner. (Look further down this page on how to obtain one) Outside of our hub (noctarion Locus), we don´t police it nor do we condone whiteknighting. But on the hub, all the Noctapods must fit withing the canon, so they fit in the RPG games and community events. We are also developing more subspecies with more unique features. The species will not have traits and the Masterlist will be over toyhouse vie the "world" feature.
My Design is canon, do I need to follow the lore
No, it is completely optional if you want to follow the lore. Here in the hubs we really only care about the design itself. There is a guide down there, what you need to your Noctapod is within the visual canon. Having a "true canon" is optional. Just keep in mind that heavy usage or drastically changing the anatomy (like anthro or human) is current NOT allowed.
Can I make adopts with them?
We currently don´t allow adopts of Noctapods to be sold by any other than the admins or chosen guest artist. If you are interested in applying as a guest artist, contact Arnoctis.
Will hybrids be aviable between the subspecies?
Hybrids are something we have planned for the species if we see the community requesting it.
Is commercial use allowed?
We allow the production of Merchandise of Noctapod designs you own. Please message us if you are planning to use it for greater production/in a video game / a monetized comic or other “Bigger” projects.
We have nothing against independent artist using Noctapods for their projects, but don´t want companies to mass produce them.
We have nothing against independent artist using Noctapods for their projects, but don´t want companies to mass produce them.
If you use them commercially, please credit the species!
Not allowed features
The species has some visual rules that must be followed to keep it related to the project. All Noctapods will be looked over by an admin before they get registered as an “official” one. You are free to join the Discord and ask questions before you start your design.
Completely rejected design elements:
- Designs containing hate speech/Hate symbols
- Designs too heavily inspired/1:1 copy designs by other users or copyrighted designs
- Designs that try to copy a Noctarion
- Designs too heavily inspired/1:1 copy designs by other users or copyrighted designs
- Designs that try to copy a Noctarion
Features Noctapods cannot posses:
Noctapods are biological lifeforms and not made by magic/influenced by magic. These features are not allowed within the current subspecies, since it would change them too much.
They cannot have:
-Dark/Black scleras (Only west noctapods have dark scleras)
- Red scleras
-Elemental body parts/slime body parts/goopy parts
-Wings (small wing-shaped fur tufts are fine
-Transparent body parts (See north page for exception)
-Multiple eyes/mouths/Body horror parts
-Tentacles/Mandibles
-Edible parts/plant growth on them
(Note that Noctapods can be decorated with flowers/edible parts, but these are not connected to their body)
-Any magic influence
-Sci-fi parts (Prosthetics like humans have are fine, they cannot have cybernetic upgrades tho. Armor does not count as a prosthetic, but please provide a ref without the armor parts!)
-multiple horns beside the main one.
- Red scleras
-Elemental body parts/slime body parts/goopy parts
-Wings (small wing-shaped fur tufts are fine
-Transparent body parts (See north page for exception)
-Multiple eyes/mouths/Body horror parts
-Tentacles/Mandibles
-Edible parts/plant growth on them
(Note that Noctapods can be decorated with flowers/edible parts, but these are not connected to their body)
-Any magic influence
-Sci-fi parts (Prosthetics like humans have are fine, they cannot have cybernetic upgrades tho. Armor does not count as a prosthetic, but please provide a ref without the armor parts!)
-multiple horns beside the main one.
Horns:
The horn shape can be slightly inspired by RL animal, just make sure it resembles somewhat a "Blade shape". Besides a moon sickle, current Noctapods cannot have ood shapes light a "heart horn", lighting bolts or other shapes that make them look too differnt.
Correct anatomy:
You don´t have to draw the “complex” adult anatomy. You can simplify it or draw a younger Noctapod. Important is that all the features are visible, and the anatomy is somewhat feral. Anthro and humanoid are not allowed.
General TOS:
Noctapods follow the same TOS as Noctarions since they share the same universe. By obtaining a Noctapod you automaticly agree to the TOS!