The species found in the realm of the Abyss are varied, though the majority are from the true species Canis lupus. Subspecies vary only slightly in breeding season, size and appearance. We allow most wolves that are generally found on Canadian soil to join the site, though other, more exotic species are expected to have a realistic way of being transported to the Canadian wilderness.

Keep in mind when creating your character that females will never be at the top end of the size spectrum and males will never be at the lower end. Females are almost always smaller than the males. Also note that lighter colored fur generally leads to darker colored eyes and vice versa.

If the species or subspecies you would like to play is not listed, or you would like to play a hybrid, please contact an admin to ensure it is alright. We will be allowing few animals that are not these species and will only be allowing them to proven active users.

All the information on this page may not be 100% realistic and may have been modified to fit the role play world we have created. It is, however, fact in the world of this website and we expect the members to follow it. Some abnormalities are allowed, but please ask an admin before going ahead and adding it to your profile.

Table of Contents
i. Grey Wolf ('Canis lupus')

i - i. Great Plains Wolf ('Canis lupus nubilus')
i - ii. Mackenzie Valley Wolf ('Canis lupus occidentalis')
i - iii. Vancouver Island Wolf ('Canis lupus crassodon')
i - iv. Tundra Wolf ('Canis lupus albus')

ii. Red Wolf ('Canis Rufus Rufus')







Grey Wolf (Canis lupus)
Description: These are the most common type of wolf found in the world. It is a loosely used term to describe all subspecies of the wolf. We do prefer that an actual subspecies is chosen over simply 'Grey Wolf' because it will give the wolf more character and make it easier for the administration to determine the realism of the wolf.

Size: Small - Large
Height: 25 - 40 inches
Weight: 40 - 140lbs

Color Pelt: White - Grey - Brown - Red - Black. Usually a mixture. Solid colors extremely rare.
Eyes: Gold - Brown - Silver

Breeding Season: January - April

Behaviour: There is a large range in behaviour.
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Great Plains Wolf (Canis lupus nubilus)
Description: A medium sized, very common subspecies. One of the most prominant in the territory and one of the most varied. Females tend to be quite a bit smaller than males.

Size: Medium
Height: 30 - 35 inches
Weight: 60 - 110lbs

Color Pelt: Generally these wolves have grey or brown mixed colorations. Red is also seen at times. Solid colors are not seen with this subspecies.
Eyes: Gold - Brown - Silver

Breeding Season: March

Behaviour: The behaviour of these wolves varies greatly. They tend to not be too docile or too hostile. They can make very good pack members.
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Mackenzie Valley Wolf (Canis lupus occidentalis)
Description: One of the more prominant breeds in some areas, this wolf is somewhat rare in the low laying Abyss. This wolf is one of the largest species found in the area.

Size: Large
Height: 32 - 36 inches
Weight: 100 - 145lbs

Color Pelt: Generally these wolves have a dark pelage; black or blends of brown and grey. Lighter colors are very rare but do occur.
Eyes: Gold - Silver

Breeding Season: February

Behaviour: The large wolves tend to be very confident and strong, though personality traits do vary. These wolves can make very good alphas due to their size, strength and general will power.
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Vancouver Island Wolf (Canis lupus crassodon)
Description: There is not much information available on this wolf. Although SA is not set on Vancouver Island, there is no special backstory one needs to explain the wolf's coming to the territory due to close proximaty.

Size: Medium
Height: 26 - 32 inches
Weight: 65 - 90lbs

Color Pelt: Mostly a mix of grey and brown, white is a rareity but possibility.
Eyes: Gold - Brown - Silver

Breeding Season: January

Behaviour: These wolves tend to be shy, especially towards anything that is not a wolf. They are very wary of predators and prone to paranoia. They can also be very aggressive, especially towards outsiders in their pack territory.
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Tundra Wolf (Canis lupus albus)
Description: The largest species of wolf in the SA territory. These wolves aren't exactly abundant, but due to the original alpha male holding tundra wolf genes, they aren't rare.

Size: Medium
Height: 35 - 40 inches
Weight: 100 - 140lbs

Color Pelt: These wolves tend to be lighter; white isn't uncommon but lighter greys are the norm. Brown and black are nearly nonexistant.
Eyes: Gold - Brown

Breeding Season: April

Behaviour: These wolves are large and can isolate themselves at times, making them almost 'antisocial', though they still have instinct for companionship. They tend to be prideful and some cocky. Because of their habit of isolating themselves they are prone to mental disorders. Their size can make them very dangerous, though they are not prone to aggression.
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Red Wolf (Canis Rufus Rufus)
Description: Much smaller compared to the grey wolf, the red wolf is much like a coyote. Whther one will be accepted into the pack or killed depends fully on who greets it at the border. Red wolves may end up being loners whether they choose to be so or not. They are not native to Canada and thus need a realistic backstory on how they or their family got to Canada.

Size: Small
Height: 14 - 17 inches
Weight: 40 - 80lbs

Color Pelt: As their name suggests, red wolves are red. This red color tends to be marked with black, white and tan. They are never a solid color nor only grey or brown.
Eyes: Gold - Brown

Breeding Season: December

Behaviour: These wolves can be tricksters, very fast and agile, and down right mean. They can also be very nice. Their personality does vary quite a bit, though most skittish in some way. Due to their size they have a lot of predators.
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