The Nature Flight is one of the 11 Elemental Flights in Flight Rising.
Its reigning deity is The Gladekeeper, and its members reside in the Viridian Labyrinth. Nature dragons' eyes come in shades of deep, leafy greens. It is the 6th largest flight as of June 29th, 2022.
About[]
The Nature dragons of the Viridian Labyrinth are druids. They prefer to be as wild and primal as the ancient forests they call their home. Of all the dragons, Nature dragons are the most nurturing, enjoying the care and cultivation of flora and fauna, spreading an overgrowth of life where once there was none. Seeds and rare flowers are their favored treasures.
Region[]
The Nature Flight is centralized in the Viridian Labyrinth. The Labyrinth is located in the top right corner of the map, with the Earth, Shadow, and Light Flight territories across the water.
Several associated locations—Woodland Path, Blooming Grove, and Rainsong Jungle—can be visited in the Coliseum. Seedscar is located within Plague Flight's territory.
Region Image | Description |
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The lush, tropical growth of Everbloom Gardens entices the senses: beautiful tri-colored hummingbirds flit between blossoms, weaving a nectar-rich symphony in the brilliant flowers that blanket the forest floor and perfume the humid breeze. Succulent, low-hanging fruits grow ripe in trees on rivulets fed from deep pools of crystal-clear water. Fledgling dragons can begin their journey in the relative safety of the low-growing flora. | |
An ancient magical apparatus built to monitor the ley energies flowing throughout the Viridian Labyrinth. The Wild Sanctum provides invaluable analysis on the strength of latent nature magic and relays it directly to the Oculus of the Eleven, where it is monitored and researched by skilled magisters and scholars. | |
The Gladeveins contain a tiered structure of aqueducts and waterfalls running through fallen and hewn logs, a testament to the ingenuity of the woodland denizens. Water floods in controlled deluges, soaking the soil, washing clean the environment, and providing continual, refreshing sustenance for the tall timber forming the natural outer walls of the Viridian Labyrinth within. | |
Once the base of operations for ambassadors from the Scarred Wasteland, this unsightly embassy is slowly being erased from the landscape. Since the fallout from the broken armistice between the two flights, flora has begun to reclaim the area. Unkempt growth contributes to the feeling of shame, seemingly covering every visible square footage of the dilapidated structure with fronds, petals, and branches. The last plague diplomat to grace its chambers has since vanished. | |
The dense, jungly overgrowth of the Shrieking Wilds cloaks the land in darkness even during the day, creating a haven for the nocturnal beasts leaping between boughs and swinging from thick, ropy vines. Ancient mossy trees, wrapt and bent around twisting footpaths, forever quake with activity above, and the air is astir with the bellows of hidden creatures. | |
A wetlands ecosystem sprawls out in the shade of the mighty Behemoth, creating homes for thick mangroves and abundant seagrass. Eclipsed by the towering jungle above, this calm stretch of verdant shoals boasts a reclusive but proud community of clans that are happy to hide away from the rest of the world. | |
An enormous tree at the heart of the maze. Some say that the Gladekeeper herself lives within its great trunk, while others believe that the tree itself is grown into her mighty flank. So colossally does it rise, that it is visible from nearly every horizon in the world, a reminder of the power of unbridled life. | |
In simpler times, the Behemoth was unmarred by the marks of modern dragon civilization, treated solely as a monumental relic watching over the land. Most recently, the lingering tension of open conflict has pushed nature clans up into its colossal branches where they can act as lookouts for their cousins below. A bustling web of hanging bridges and lofty huts decorate the tree's limbs. The Behemoth doesn't seem to object to the weight and activity of the life now traversing its length. |
Items[]
Familiars[]
Familiars that are directly related to the flight by their description and/or elemental affinity in the Coliseum.
Notable Flora and Fauna[]
Food items with descriptions that clearly link them to the flight.
Icon | Name | Description |
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Everglade Shortfin | This fish tends to hide amidst the grass growing in the marshes. | |
Flatback Sea Turtle | These turtles are plentiful off the coasts of the Viridian Labyrinth, where Nature dragon culture expressly forbids eating hatchlings that make the annual gauntlet from their beached nests to the water's edge. | |
Ivy | Ivy grows fast, so fast it can cover a den in mere weeks. Whether that's a blessing or a curse depends on your tastes. | |
Jungle Grass | All manner of creatures can hide in this tall grass. | |
Jungle Raincatch | A bountiful hanging vine that can hold quite a bit of rainwater in its many leaves. | |
Muskrat | Found thriving in the Gladeveins of the Viridian Labyrinth, this large rodent usually wades in the aqueducts looking for fish, frogs, or crayfish to eat. |
Apparel[]
Apparel items that are directly related to the flight by their description and/or appearance.
Icon | Name | Description |
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Druidic Emblem | A glowing nature rune; the sign of a true magical adept. | |
Druidic Armband | A green jeweled armband, commonly worn by denizens of the Viridian Labyrinth. | |
Naturalist Adornments | A pair of root-like horns sprouting from the head, coupled with a tree-trunk charm worn around the neck. | |
Druidic Sash | A ceremonial sash gifted to those who have brought honor to the Viridian Labyrinth. | |
Leafy Gladeboughs | Dedicated acolytes of the Gladekeeper may transport precious saplings and extend the reach of the forest. | |
Druidic Crown | A glorious crown awarded to dragons who have shown good leadership while visiting the Viridian Labyrinth. | |
Butterfly's Kiss | A clever disguise yields new friends! | |
Dryad's Guise | An ethereal gown that changes hue among foliage. | |
Tree Warden's Garb | A living lining protects and obscures. | |
Gladegift Halo | Encircling the head, this halo of verdant branches is the magical sign of a powerful individual. | |
Gladegift Garlands | Envoys of the Gladekeeper can spread the magical motes of life wherever they go. | |
Standard of the Gladekeeper | The druids of the Nature flight bear their colors proudly on the battlefield. This verdant standard inspires all who see it flying proudly. | |
Greenskeeper Treeshroud | The Everbloom Gardens aren't just naturally beautiful. They take a dedicated group of botanists and gardeners to maintain, and many devote their lives to keeping the blooms fresh and healthy. | |
Nurtured Cluster | These planters carry fragile flora on-the-go that need the constant attention of the wearer. They can also carry hardy plants to provide attention for the wearer instead! | |
Nature's Charm | Born by those blessed by the Gladekeeper. | |
Foliage Blind | Just a totally normal pile of leaves here... | |
Flowering Gladeboughs | Carrying a pair of flowering gladeboughs can encourage a festive atmosphere at many events! | |
Forest's Edge Vines | Twisting vines ward the forest's edge, and protect those who honor the way of the wood. | |
Druid's Woodbasket | A basket growing a bundle of fragrant herbs. | |
Edamame Harvest | A bountiful harvest carried on the wings of its tender. | |
Gladewalker Cape | This voluminous cape repels insects and protects against thorns. | |
Nature Tome | A durable leather tome filled with ancient knowledge of the Nature Flight. | |
Red Rose Flower Crown | A crown woven from fresh red roses. Made by a skilled Nature dragon, this crown is enchanted to never wilt. | |
Sunrise Hibiscus | A tropical flower native to the Viridian Labyrinth. This particular genus changes color depending on its proximity to bodies of water. | |
Viridescent Harvest Vines | A sling of vines to celebrate a bountiful harvest! |
Miscellaneous[]
Other items that are directly related to the flight by their description and/or appearance.
Icon | Name | Description |
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Nature Runestone | An ancient stone bearing the ancestral rune of the Gladekeeper. Such a find should be kept as a prized possession. | |
Bladed Flatleaf | A giant bladed leaf, covered in dew. This can be traded at the Festive Favors shop during the Greenskeeper Gathering. | |
Nature Holiday Chests | This wooden chest is covered in moss. Opening the chest causes the living decoration to wilt and fall away. | |
Unhatched Nature Egg | A fertile, earthen pod that has attracted a healthy colony of fireflies. It is bursting with ripe, healthy green leaves and looks about ready to bloom. | |
Lost Gladekeeper Sackdoll | A crudely-fashioned stuffed doll that resembles the Gladekeeper. It's constructed from an old linen knapsack and covered in moss and leaves. | |
Gladekeeper Topiary Cutting | A creative topiary fashioned to resemble the Gladekeeper. It bears lush and supple leaves without the need for watering. | |
Vista: Greenskeeper Gathering | Released during the 2017 Greenskeeper Gathering. | |
Vista: Gladekeeper | Released during the 2018 Greenskeeper Gathering. | |
Vista: Wildclaw Dragons | Features the Nature Flight's native breed, the Wildclaw Dragon, on an Everbloom Gardens backdrop. | |
Vista: Woodland Path | Pictures the Woodland Path. | |
Vista: Blooming Grove | Pictures the Blooming Grove. | |
Vista: Rainsong Jungle | Pictures the Rainsong Jungle. | |
Vista: Butterflies | Features a bright flower patch populated by butterflies. | |
Vista: Succulents | Features a colorful array of succulents. | |
Scene: Gladekeeper's Domain | Pictures Gladebough Village. | |
Scene: Woodland Path | Pictures the Woodland Path. | |
Scene: Blooming Grove | Pictures the Blooming Grove. | |
Scene: Drakeharvest | Pictures a ripe corn field mid-harvest. | |
Amber | Legends say that most of the realm's amber was formed in an ancient battle between the Flamecaller and the Gladekeeper, where terrible forest fires polymerized resin within the trees in the Viridian Labyrinth. | |
Barkback Root | When planted, these roots produce fast-growing—if curiously aware—trees. | |
Fungus-Covered Branch | Fungus-laden branches may be left at the doorsteps of clans that encroach too close to the edge of a grove. | |
Seed Fern Fossil | An impression of one of the Gladekeeper's earliest creations. | |
Verdant Shell | Verdant shells make for an interesting planter. Place soil inside and they will act as both container and plant life. |
Powers and Abilities[]
Nature dragons wield the primal powers of plantlife. Nature deals increased damage to Arcane, Earth, and Light, and is weak to Fire, Ice, and Plague.
Nature-specific Battle Stones[]
Icon | Name | Description |
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Jungle Slash | A whipping slash of roots and leaves. Deals close-combat Nature damage to one target. May only be used by Nature dragons. | |
Leaf Bolt | A vengeful surge of earthen energy and vegetation. Deals Nature damage to one target. May only be used by Nature dragons. | |
Envenom | Creates a venomous pool of acid beneath the enemy. Has a chance to apply Poison (the target takes periodic Nature damage). May only be used by Nature dragons. | |
Natural Acuity Fragment | When assigned, this fragment empowers one Nature dragon with +2 Intellect. | |
Natural Might Fragment | When assigned, this fragment empowers one Nature dragon with +2 Strength. |
Gameplay[]
Eyes[]
Native Dragon Breeds[]
Currently, Wildclaws are the only breed native to the Viridian Labyrinth. Wildclaws originate from the Shrieking Wilds subregion.
Eggs & Nest[]
"A fertile, earthen pod that has attracted a healthy colony of fireflies. It is bursting with ripe, healthy green leaves and looks about ready to bloom." - Unhatched Nature Egg
Nature eggs resemble earthen seeds that have just begun to sprout. They are nested in a small patch of soil protected by tree roots and surrounded with lush grass. A small pond waters the area.
Page Background[]
The default Nature Flight background is of the Everbloom Gardens and features a dense covering of grasses and vibrant flowers. A body of water runs through the area, housing mangroves and lily pads.
Greenskeeper Gathering[]
The Greenskeeper Gathering is the annual elemental holiday of the Nature Flight. It takes place during the last week of May.
Image Gallery[]
Read More[]
Nature Flight | |
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God | The Gladekeeper |
Locations | Viridian Labyrinth |
Events | Greenskeeper Gathering |
Source[]
Elemental Flights | |
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Light Flight Lightning Flight Nature Flight Plague Flight Shadow Flight Water Flight Wind Flight |