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508: Barker

Barker is neurotic, and a bit of a coward, but he’s got a big heart.

He’s not the brightest, or the strongest, or… well, very good at anything, really, but he’s managed to stay alive by some concoction of luck and anxiety. When confronted by danger (be it a larger predator, or just a particularly intimidating piece of prey) Barker is quick to flee rather than fight, and his general nervous and untrusting demeanor keeps his nose out of trouble, for the most part. Running might be just about the only thing Barker can actually do well, but even then, he is a pretty clumsy creature.

Because of his strong survival instincts, Barker can have a difficult time putting the needs of others over his own. However, he has a weakness for things even weaker than himself. He often takes in abandoned hatchlings despite his own better judgement. He isn’t the most useful parent- he is overprotective and easily spooked- but he is nothing if not loving.