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THE SERPENT‑ASCENDED: DRAGONS OF THE AUSTRALIAN REALMS

The next dragon in this series is the…

OLIVE PYTHON RIVER SERPENT

A sleek, olive-green aquatic dragon with a fin‑lined spine. It swims in the waters of a deep gorge. Its bioluminescent eyes glowing green.

Draco olivaceus profundis — “The Deep‑Water Wyrm”

Origin

Olive Pythons’ aquatic tendencies evolved into sleek, eel‑like dragons.

Physiology

  • Smooth olive scales
  • Long, muscular body
  • Fins along spine
  • Bioluminescent eyes

Behaviour

  • Prefers deep pools and gorges
  • Hunts by dragging prey underwater
  • Territorial but not aggressive without provocation

Habitat

Rivers, gorges, deep waterholes

Abilities

  • Abyssal Vision: Sees in total darkness
  • Water‑Jet Burst: Rapid underwater propulsion
  • Pressure Grip: Constricts with hydraulic force

Weaknesses

Slow on land

Cultural Lore Said to guard ancient treasures hidden beneath riverbeds.

The below image illustrates the Draco olivaceus profundis performing a water-jet burst:

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THE SERPENT‑ASCENDED: DRAGONS OF THE AUSTRALIAN REALMS

Hello Readers,

I know you’ve all been waiting for the second post in this series, so I will jump straight in:

COASTAL TAIPAN SERPENT‑WYRM

A fantasy illustration of a dragon that has evolved from the coastal Taipan. The dragon is a greyish green with a hooded neck frill and bioluminescent sacs below its jaw. It is standing in a river mangrove.

Draco scutellatus littoralis — “The Reef‑Hunter”

Origin

From the Coastal Taipan, these dragons evolved along mangroves and tropical coasts, developing amphibious traits and elongated, eel‑like bodies.

Physiology

  • Long, whip‑slender frame
  • Finned tail for aquatic propulsion
  • Hooded neck frill used for intimidation and hydrodynamic steering
  • Venom breath that behaves like a neurotoxic mist underwater

Behaviour

  • Highly intelligent; uses pack‑like hunting strategies
  • Known to lure prey with bioluminescent throat sacs
  • Territorial around coral reefs

Habitat

Coastal jungles, mangroves, reefs

Abilities

  • Reef Camouflage: Shifts colour to match coral
  • Silent Swim: Zero wake movement
  • Neuro‑Fog Breath: Paralyzes prey in water or air

Weaknesses

Avoids cold water; vulnerable to deep‑sea pressure

Cultural Lore

Island tribes call it The Whispering Current, believing it guides lost spirits to shore.

The below image illustrates the Draco scutellatus littoralis in a night hunt:

A serpentine dragon with bioluminescent sacs glowing beneath its jaw. The dragon is hunting for its prey in the dark waters below the surface.

If you’re interested in seeing more of my creature posts, you can find them in my Bestiary.

Happy Reading!

Allan Walsh writes Fantasy and Horror. If you’re looking for something new to read in these genres, why not check out his books here. His titles are also available in libraries.

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