History of the Graytling

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

Arinna

Graytling: Bear cub

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

Estelyn

Graytling: Baby beaver

Fenya

Graytling: Baby African Grey Parrot

"These birds are among the world’s most intelligent animals. They like to travel, flying about 10k every day. They are highly social and nest in large groups, containing thousands of individuals, comprising of small family groups. They have complex social relationships and cooperate with other members of the group. All of this reminds me so much of Fenya!"

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

Melorea

Graytling: Baby hummingbird

"So my first thought when I saw the hummingbird was how colourful it was, which made me think of Melorea and all the art she does. Then I looked into the hummingbird which is a symbol of health, vitality, and healing; all things that I think really match up well with her RL career and making implantable medical devices. It's said that hummingbirds are also supposed to give courage to fly away from bad or unhealthy situations and bring harmony, tranquility, and balance, which is really fitting for being Gray."

Merena

Graytling: Baby Puffin

Myriam

Graytling: Baby hedgehog

Prewan

Graytling: Baby sea turtle

Raeviendha

Graytling: Baby Flying Squirell

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!"

Veriendha

Graytling: Baby raccoon

Zarathi