DATA DOG ( SPECIES )

Data Dog - an original species of creatures downloaded into the digital landscape cyberspace style to do AI things both good and bad, depending on the character and programming they are given.

All datadogs are Quadrupedal and have Keyboard Symbols for eyes and live within a digital landscape, and can only escape with help from outside of a computing device from someone who knows exactly what they're doing to re-establish a physical form.

Data dogs with collars all have an owner who controls that program, the means by which this control is excecated is up to the one holding the controls. ( Transporting them back, scattering them into data, simulating pain, and so on, the programming for this is IN the collar )

All data dogs originally had physical forms, but once downloaded to digital they are programmed and are changed quite a bit in terms of looks and personality, but are a reflection of the original downloaded creature. If their physical form is re-established their old personalities do not return, and often require a screen on the face to display their eyes.

DESIGN GUIDE for OPEN DESIGN DATA DOGS
 (if you make one, link it in the comments!)
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- Does not actually have to look like a dog, it's a misnomer.
- Usually named after some kind of file extension or computer acronym (example EXE, VIR, PNG, RAM)
- Always Quadruped
- 4 legs
- 2 Ears
- 1 Tail
- 1 Head
- Optional 1 Set horns, any type
- No Wings
- Can have manes or back spikes
- Keyboard Symbol eyes (These can shift and change color and symbol but most have a default symbol they like best)
- When in physical form outside cyberspace, Have screen to display those digital eyes instead.

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 - Q n A -
If you have any questions about lore or design ask in the comments! I'll put those questions and answers here, when answered!