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Dragon mating rituals

(Don't come at for this...we all know that some of us have once thought about riding some of those dragons in a whole different kind of way. So this is just a generalized headcanon thing...and yes, I think to some dialed down degree- those with a dragon's blood and/or soul behave similarly towards their significant others, or at least mimic some of this behavior.)

• Firstly, In order for a Dragon to solidify its bond to another, there must be a buildup to the whole "together" stage before they recognize each other as mates.

• The first step in this courtship process is, of course, displaying power of thu'um. Dragons, wether they are male or female, tend to place worthiness of their potential mates based upon their skill. After all, it isn't wise to procreate with a weak mate that can't protect themselves nor your potential offspring.

• After this display, another one is close to follow as a means of assuring the pair's strength. This usually comes in the form of roughhousing.

• Once the pair decide that they are content with one another, they will ascend into a secluded area away from their fellow dragons so the next- much more crucial- steps of the courting can begin.

• The pair will take turns going out to gather materials to nest, the one that stays home for the day taking on the responsibility of constructing a proper den out of whatever their mate gathers.

• When the two come to an agreement and are satisfied with the nest, they'll settle in for a while. During this time, the dovahs will preen each other's wings and groom each other. This takes a tremendous amount of trust and is arguably one of the most important parts of the mating rituals.

• The next, rather strange ritual, to follow would be the singing. Crazy..isn't it? Yes, dragons sing to their mates- making sure to bristle their scales while they do so to make themselves that much more appealing to the one they chose.

• After they both do the last ritual, they truly accept each other as "grin" or.."bonded". One of the last steps following this is the pair hunting together, flying high in Kyne's gorgeous sky as they work together to stock up enough food to gorge themselves for weeks.

• The moment they both return to the nest and fill their bellies, the actual "mating" will begin. Usually initiated by the female, the pair will playfully nip at each other and growl harmlessly, all the while they begin to breed. This "breeding" can last for as long as a few days, only taking breaks to sleep and eat. Remember, the whole point of "mating" is to produce strong and hopefully, many, little nestlings.

• After the dragons are able to successfully reproduce, the mate that is carrying their clutch can expect to be doted on, even after they nurse their young into adulthood.

• Dragons mate for life after the completion of these trails, so it's typical for a pair to produce a multitude of clutches.