Markings and Modifiers

Genetic Markings and Modifiers

These markings and modifiers are inherited and the Rukaan must have the gene in their genotype to show them. Click on the links for more information on each.

These genes can be divided into three main types: Markings, White Markings and Color Modifiers.

There is no rule about layer order other than that white markings go above all other markings. All markings should be visible in the design unless the minimum range is completely covered by other markings or a significant portion of the minimum extent is covered by other markings.

Typical Markings

These genes add markings to the Rukaan's coat. They may be layered in any order, but occur under white markings. They do not change the color of the Rukaan's skin.

White Markings

These genes remove color from the Rukaan's coat, leaving behind white areas. These genes always show over all other markings. White markings will merge into each other where their ranges overlap. White markings turn the skin pink where they cover the skin.

Modifiers

These genes change the color of the Rukaan's coat and sometimes their other markings as well. They occur underneath white markings, and some will change the color of the skin.

Interactions

Interactions occur when several specific genes are present together. They do not have their own gene and are not considered a marking.