Activity for Jordan Williams‭

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Question	—	Why would elves around the world share pointed ears? On my alternate earth, elves originally evolved their phenotype (pointed ears) in the forests of Africa and migrated to other forest biomes afterward. After settling down they developed the racial differences we see in our world today. Darker skin near the equator, monolids in the east, etc. But all ... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Why do bloodsucking victims feel ecstasy when bitten? In many forms of media, when a person is bitten by a vampire have a look of calmness and pleasure on their face. Do vampires inject some sort of venom that causes feelings of pleasure or another explanation of this phenomenon. example (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Preventing inter-species breeding in humanoids? In my setting, every humanoid creature in our worlds mythology is part of a different species that branched off from humans millions of years ago. I'm trying to devise a way to prevent crossbreeding so I can realistically have multiple races without cross breeding and assimilation. Question: In orde... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Toxic nerve agent in humanoids? In my world, wood elves use magic charms and illusions to ensnare their prey. They have a very opportunistic diet as they eat anything that walks into their forest. After consumption they sleep for days and weeks to aid the digestion process and conserve energy. I'm trying to create a scientific gas ... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Why would orcs have tusks? Ever since Tolkien most, if not all, works of fiction including orcs portray them with tusks. Though this achieves the effect of portraying them as animalistic, what would the real world applications of this feature be? Would it cause any health problems or change their dietary preferences? (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Could elves revolve their ears to listen to sounds? Many animals have ears that revolve and pivot when they hear noise. Humans have vestigial structures in their ears that allow them to wiggle their ears somewhat. How would elves achieve this same effect. (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Would having larger pupils allow elves to see better in the dark? In my setting elves can see very well in the dark. I've suggested tapetum lucidim but that would make their vision less clear so would larger pupils make it easier to see in low light areas? (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Could elves realistically have tapetum lucidum? I know that certain animals have the ability to see in darker areas but not in pitch black due to a special ability they have in their eyes which also gives them that glowing effect. Could elves have the same thing? (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	How would I design a humanoid with retractable claws? I am attempting to make my species of elves more alien to humans. My plan is to change their physiology in a very specific way. How realistic would it be for them to have retractable claws similar to a feline? (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	How would a human like species be able to swallow body parts whole? My fantasy species has the ability to swallow small to medium appendages whole. They're known for biting off and swallowing hands and feet. A snake like jaw could work but how would it still maintain a somewhat human-like face? (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	How would a humanoid naturally grow green hair? I'm making a genus of elves, native to an African-like continent and I want them to have green hair that they put together to make grass like dreadlocks. Could they pull this off or are they going to have to grow gardens on their head? (more)	—	about 7 years ago