starfruitnmangos

Greetings Community,

I'm Star, and I'm sending you a little note today. If you've been following me, you might know that I have a passion for writing. As the 2nd Dragon Birthday approaches, it has prompted me to reflect on my journey as a dragon breeder.

I've been immersed in the world of dragon breeding for quite some time now. When I first dipped my toes into this hobby, I started with a modest collection of nine to ten breeding pools, housing just two to three dragons each. But oh, how things escalated! Soon enough, I found myself in charge of a bustling clan of 70 to 80 dragons. Looking back, I can't help but wonder what possessed me to undertake such an ambitious endeavor.

I was constantly hatching eggs, eagerly awaiting the outcomes.

It's almost surreal to contemplate it now. I tried my best to keep my dragon population below 70, but it wasn't easy. I hesitated to ascend any of my dragon offspring because I had grown attached to them. To this day, I still have over 60 dragons that are stone, patiently waiting for Mama to gradually release and ascend them. But I've come to realize that it's okay to let some go. Yet, there are certain dragons, like my first LE Gingerbread Dragon, that I'll never part with. He is my Eternal companion.

Well, it was a challenging experience. Understanding why some traits passed on while others didn't was a puzzle that left me scratching my head. This frustration was share by my family, who started on this breeding adventure with me. We were all driven by excitement to owning and breeding dragons.

Each of us adopted a different approach, and together, we supported and educated each other on becoming better breeders. Today, only a few of them still dabble in dragon breeding, although they may not be as active in auctions as I am. They occasionally reach out to me, curious about the latest developments in the world of dragon breeding. I take pleasure in observing what other breeders are proud of and what they're looking to sell.

I've grown to genuinely enjoy the art of breeding and being an active part of this community. I've been a part of Second Life for over a decade, and there was a time when I contemplated leaving it altogether due to my sporadic online presence.

So, when I stumbled upon the idea of having dragons as pets and breeding them, I was instantly captivated. I didn't even know what these dragons looked like; I was just eager to find out. My love for dragons is sweet, with one of my all-time favorites being Kohaku, the god/dragon from the movie Spirited Away.

Nonetheless, I had no idea what to expect when I met my first Dragon Breeder. The initial pair of dragons I got were nearly pure Fruzyal's, although I had no clue about their significance back then. I was simply drawn to them because of their pristine, all-white appearance – reminiscent of Kohaku. While the Tolrae dragons caught my eye for a while, their prices were rather steep at the time, and I had to gradually work my way towards breeding them, all the while still figuring things out.

At one point, I had dragons scattered all over the place, laying eggs left and right. I did, however, grasp the importance of pairing dragons with union crystals to prevent utter chaos. Even though a part of me enjoyed it. I frequently referred to the invaluable dragon HUD from 3rd Eye, and before I knew it, I had nearly 400 eggs to manage. Organizing and naming each one. It was a rewarding experience, to say the least.

Now, after some time has passed, I find myself with fewer than a third of the live dragons I once had in my breeding collection. I'm making a conscious effort to keep their numbers under 30. In fact, I aim to breed even less, focusing on the dragons that hold a special place in my heart and those I wish to design.

That's all from me for now. Everything is going well, and I wish you all the best. Thank you for taking the time to read this letter.

Warm regards,

Star