The Wrist Cuffs

These are a symbol of the SilkWings' status and of the control the HiveWings have over them. Blue feels lighter when Cricket cuts off his cuff, and Blue notes a “spark of jubilation” in Swordtail's eyes when Cricket removes his.

Flamesilk Production

The Queen Wasp controls all the flamesilk dragons, which is a symbol of her control over this segment of the population. The production is also a symbol of the commercial aspect of this society.

The Bowed Heads

SilkWings tend to walk around with their heads bowed, a symbol of their subservient situation in this culture. Blue considers this a normal part of life in order to be safe from punishment, but his attitude changes the moment he is in the temple considering handing the LeafWings over to Queen Wasp. That moment is the first time he feels he could no longer bow...