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|fauna5    = [[Norlda]]
|fauna5    = [[Norlda]]
|fauna5desc = Norldas are dangerous tunneling mammals similar to moles with a notably high intelligence. Mutated during the Fifth Void Invasion, they are now one of the many deadly creatures hunted by the Drowdar in their fight against the Void on Drowda. Highly resistant to toxins yet poor at digesting, Norldas act as pests for the Drowdar while their body parts are eagerly sought after by alchemists.
|fauna5desc = Norlda are notorious tunneling mammals similar to moles and gophers, with notably high intelligence. Mutated during the [[Fifth Void Invasion]], they are now one of the many dangerous creatures encountered by the [[Sihndar]] [[Affliction]] in their travels and missions across the continent. The animals have a high resilience to natural toxins and poisons, and an excellent sense of smell, although they also have bad eyesight and poor digestion. They are often pests that are a detriment to Sihndar agriculture, but they also have value to alchemists for creating anti-toxin concoctions.


|fauna6    = [[Sola Cavya]]
|fauna6    = [[Sola Cavya]]
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|fauna14    = [[Karall Mole]]
|fauna14    = [[Karall Mole]]
|fauna14desc = The Karall Mole is a hyper-aggressive species of mole native to the [[Void]]-tainted lands of the [[Dread Empire]], which have become something of a cultural staple since their conception around the [[Fifth Void Invasion]]. While relatively infamous given their lethality, the hides of Karall Moles have been highly sought after ever since the [[Discipline of Akhl’rahz]] popularized their use in fashioning a hardy, durable leather.
|fauna14desc = The Karall Mole is a hyper-aggressive species of mole native to the [[Void]]-tainted lands of the [[Dread Empire]], which have become something of a cultural staple since their conception around the [[Fifth Void Invasion]]. While relatively infamous given their lethality, the hides of Karall Moles have been highly sought after ever since the popularization of their use in fashioning a hardy, durable leather.


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|fauna2    = [[Dire Wolf]]
|fauna2    = [[Dire Wolf]]
|fauna2desc    = Direwolves are among the largest animals in the Northern regions, standing proud and hungry at the top of numerous food-chains. Aggressive and clever, these solitary hunters are nearly apex predators. If not for said solitary nature, they would likely overrun larger settlements and cities given their indomitable size and ferocity. Few first hand encounters are survived, leaving many to speculate about what exactly these massive wolves are truly capable of.
|fauna2desc    = The Dire Wolf is one of the largest animals in [[The North Belt]], standing proudly at the top of the northern food chain. Cautious and clever, these solitary hunters have gained a fearsome reputation. Many [[Velheim]] tales exist of the creature and its reputation, but the Dire Wolves were noted even back in the era of the [[Drovv]], one of the oldest people to inhabit the northern reaches of [[Aloria]]. The Dire Wolf’s days may be numbered, however, as increasing [[Ailor]] and [[Urlan]] populations, the scourge of [[Bone Horror]]s, and geopolitical shifts have put this alpha-predator on the top of many kill lists for hunters serving organized bodies across The North Belt.


|fauna3    = [[Drowdan Dire Wolf]]
|fauna3    = [[Red Fur Fox]]
|fauna3desc     = The Drowdan Dire Wolf has become the subject of many [[Drowdar]] bogeyman-like tales, using the wolf’s fierceness to quell young children's curiosity of venturing outside their citadels. Vicious and hyper-aggressive, this beast is a constant threat to the dark-skinned elves that patrol their [[Void]]-infested lands and a prime example of how planar essence can change apex predators into something even worse. The beast was an unwanted discovery, found by an elf who’d only just escaped its clutches. These wolves are known for their fierce bite and their infamous overcoats that act almost like a natural armor. To this day, the Drowdar still hunt these creature in an everlasting struggle against the mutant canine ferocity, though more often than not, the Drowdan Dire Wolf is actually hunting them.  
|fauna3desc = The Red Fur Fox of [[Dragenthal]] is a common sight for anyone on the western side of the Regalian Archipelago, including [[Anglia]] and [[Vixhall]]. A long loved sigil of the Dragenthaler people, the red fox has and will continue to be a symbol that represents the Heartland. As a savvy and beloved animal, it continues to thrive in captivity as it has been recently domesticated and is now a frequently hunted animal in Dragenthal Due to their rather recent integration into [[Ailor]] societies, only the wealthy or extremely patient are able to truly domesticate a fox into forming a bond. Many foxes either outright reject the owner’s attempts to bond with it, or despise them so much that they attack them. The reason for their investigative domestication is due to this trait, where they almost exhibit some form of judgement or sentient thought, though no progress has been made nor are there any set guidelines for what a Red Fur Fox prefers.


|fauna8   = [[Red Fur Fox]]
|fauna4   = [[Gold Fur Fenneque]]
|fauna8desc = The Red Fur Fox of [[Dragenthal]] is a common sight for anyone on the western side of the Regalian Archipelago, including [[Anglia]] and [[Vixhall]]. A long loved sigil of the Dragenthaler people, the red fox has and will continue to be a symbol that represents the Heartland. As a savvy and beloved animal, it continues to thrive in captivity as it has been recently domesticated and is now a frequently hunted animal in Dragenthal Due to their rather recent integration into [[Ailor]] societies, only the wealthy or extremely patient are able to truly domesticate a fox into forming a bond. Many foxes either outright reject the owner’s attempts to bond with it, or despise them so much that they attack them. The reason for their investigative domestication is due to this trait, where they almost exhibit some form of judgement or sentient thought, though no progress has been made nor are there any set guidelines for what a Red Fur Fox prefers.
|fauna4desc = The Golden Fur Fenneque is a truly unique fox whose fur has a chameleon ability that assumes the color of the surrounding environment. When it is killed, this pelt turns [[Gold]]-like and reflective. The animal was once viewed as sacred when the [[Old Gods]] reigned in [[Aloria]] but when [[Unionism]] arrived in the region the Fenneque is native to, the [[Forriesta Natal]] of the [[Regalian Archipelago]], its population plummeted to near endangerment. While local laws and customs help the species survive, it will continue to be threatened as the civilized population of Aloria grows, and the hidden, dark and unexplored places of the world like the deep forest of the Natal are revealed.


|fauna9   = [[Gold Fur Fenneque]]
|fauna5   = [[Calemberger Fox]]
|fauna9desc = The Golden Fur Fenneque is a truly unique fox whose fur has a chameleon ability that assumes the color of the surrounding environment. When it is killed, this pelt turns [[Gold]]-like and reflective. The animal was once viewed as sacred when the [[Old Gods]] reigned in [[Aloria]] but when [[Unionism]] arrived in the region the Fenneque is native to, the [[Forriesta Natal]] of the [[Regalian Archipelago]], its population plummeted to near endangerment. While local laws and customs help the species survive, it will continue to be threatened as the civilized population of Aloria grows, and the hidden, dark and unexplored places of the world like the deep forest of the Natal are revealed.
|fauna5desc = The Calemberger Fox is seen by many as the defining image of the [[Calemberg]] region of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]. This canine has roamed the snowy terrain for nearly four hundred years, and has been noted by the local [[Ailor]] for its ability to disguise its fur color by rolling in the dirt. The animal has the patronage and protection of the ruling families of the quartet of Calem regions, who are also some of the largest suppliers of the fox’s soft white fur to the wealthy and affluent across [[Aloria]].


|fauna10   = [[Calemberger Fox]]
|fauna6   = [[Snowpaw]]
|fauna10desc = The Calemberger Fox is seen by many as the defining image of the [[Calemberg]] region of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]. This canine has roamed the snowy terrain for nearly four hundred years, and has been noted by the local [[Ailor]] for its ability to disguise its fur color by rolling in the dirt. The animal has the patronage and protection of the ruling families of the quartet of Calem regions, who are also some of the largest suppliers of the fox’s soft white fur to the wealthy and affluent across [[Aloria]].
|fauna6desc = Snowpaws are medium-sized canines native to the colder climates of [[Aloria]] well-known for their insulating coat of hair and boundless energy. They are mostly docile, trained for generations to the point of domestication, which means they make terrible hunting dogs. Snowpaws primarily serve as life companions as well as sled dogs in those flat and snowy areas of the northern world. The animal is also well known for the common levels of heterochromia and hypopigmentation in its population, which adds increased variation to the largely snow-toned species.


|fauna11   = [[Snowpaw]]
|fauna7   = [[Ceardian Bloodhound]]
|fauna11desc = Snowpaws are medium-sized canines native to the colder climates of [[Aloria]] well-known for their insulating coat of hair and boundless energy. They are mostly docile, trained for generations to the point of domestication, which means they make terrible hunting dogs. Snowpaws primarily serve as life companions as well as sled dogs in those flat and snowy areas of the northern world. The animal is also well known for the common levels of heterochromia and hypopigmentation in its population, which adds increased variation to the largely snow-toned species.
|fauna7desc = Among the breeds of dogs in [[Aloria]], the Ceardian Bloodhound stands out as a unique creature. It’s loyalty and intelligence has caused it to become one of the most sought after dogs in Aloria, while its strong scenting ability makes it a master of the hunt. Despite its use in such a ferocious activity, it is also a sociable animal, quickly getting comfortable and settling down if or when trained properly.


|fauna12   = [[Ceardian Bloodhound]]
|fauna8   = [[Calemberger Beagle]]
|fauna12desc = Among the breeds of dogs in [[Aloria]], the Ceardian Bloodhound stands out as a unique creature. It’s loyalty and intelligence has caused it to become one of the most sought after dogs in Aloria, while its strong scenting ability makes it a master of the hunt. Despite its use in such a ferocious activity, it is also a sociable animal, quickly getting comfortable and settling down if or when trained properly.
|fauna8desc = The Calemberger Beagle is a relatively small hounddog, made notorious across [[Aloria]] for its proficiency in detecting and killing simple game in large amounts. They were bred initially as companion pets, but over time, as the best hunting hounds reproduced more, they developed an outstanding sense of smell. Often raised and released by owners in packs, they will sniff out: hares, squirrels, and on occasion, foxes, and then proceed to take the animal down, bringing the carcass back in one piece for their master. Since being specifically reared to hunt since their initial discovery, they have even been used for entertainment by the rich who have competitions on whose group acquires the most prey.


|fauna13   = [[Calemberger Beagle]]
|fauna9   = [[Calemberger Dachsl]]
|fauna13desc = The Calemberger Beagle is a relatively small hounddog, made notorious across [[Aloria]] for its proficiency in detecting and killing simple game in large amounts. They were bred initially as companion pets, but over time, as the best hunting hounds reproduced more, they developed an outstanding sense of smell. Often raised and released by owners in packs, they will sniff out: hares, squirrels, and on occasion, foxes, and then proceed to take the animal down, bringing the carcass back in one piece for their master. Since being specifically reared to hunt since their initial discovery, they have even been used for entertainment by the rich who have competitions on whose group acquires the most prey.
|fauna9desc = Throughout the vast amounts of canines that find their ways in [[Aloria]], the Calemberger Dachsl is a rather unique one, for its small size, though this never discourages it from being a famous enemy of small prey. Despite its humble size, the Dachsl holds a rather brave and feisty temperament, rarely being frightened away by bigger beasts. The Dachsl is around the size of an average [[Ailor]] infant, and weighs only a little more. The Calemberger Dachsl is a famous hunting dog, used mostly for rabbit hole hunting and it can be proudly said that the canine excels in this skill.


|fauna14   = [[Calemberger Dachsl]]
|fauna10   = [[Calemberger Dobs]]
|fauna14desc = Throughout the vast amounts of canines that find their ways in [[Aloria]], the Calemberger Dachsl is a rather unique one, for its small size, though this never discourages it from being a famous enemy of small prey. Despite its humble size, the Dachsl holds a rather brave and feisty temperament, rarely being frightened away by bigger beasts. The Dachsl is around the size of an average [[Ailor]] infant, and weighs only a little more. The Calemberger Dachsl is a famous hunting dog, used mostly for rabbit hole hunting and it can be proudly said that the canine excels in this skill.
|fauna10desc = The Calemberger Dobs is a medium to large sized dog that is the third generation from the [[Calemberger Ardhund]], being bred out from the [[Calemberger Hausweiler]] to be a more proper breed for the military elite. With the formal integration of the [[Wirtem]] [[Ailor]] into the [[Regalian Empire]] the need for guard dogs became less a necessity and more a cultural nod, and with that a new dog was needed to fill this mascot role, the Calemberger Dobs. In the modern-day there is seldom a prominent Wirtem household or top-ranking general that lacks one of these stoic and proud breeds.


|fauna15   = [[Calemberger Dobs]]
|fauna11   = [[Calemberger Hausweiler]]
|fauna15desc = The Calemberger Dobs is a medium to large sized dog that is the third generation from the [[Calemberger Ardhund]], being bred out from the [[Calemberger Hausweiler]] to be a more proper breed for the military elite. With the formal integration of the [[New Regalian]] [[Ailor]] into the [[Regalian Empire]] the need for guard dogs became less a necessity and more a cultural nod, and with that a new dog was needed to fill this mascot role, the Calemberger Dobs. In the modern-day there is seldom a prominent New Regalian household or top-ranking general that lacks one of these stoic and proud breeds.
|fauna11desc = The Calemberger Hausweiler is medium to large-sized dog and a direct ancestor of the [[Calemberger Ardhund]], being bred to fulfill the [[Wirtem]] agenda of pushing back the [[Skagger Horde]]. Being a capable hunter as well as a guard dog, the Hausweiler became quickly adopted by the Wirtem who took up roles in the military of the [[Regalian Empire]]. Over time this military role was given to the [[Calemberger Dobs]], but even still, the Calemberger Hausweiler remains popular as a companion for various guard groups.


|fauna16   = [[Calemberger Hausweiler]]
|fauna12   = [[Calemberger Ardhund]]
|fauna16desc = The Calemberger Hausweiler is medium to large-sized dog and a direct ancestor of the [[Calemberger Ardhund]], being bred to fulfill the [[New Regalian]] agenda of pushing back the [[Skagger Horde]]. Being a capable hunter as well as a guard dog, the Hausweiler became quickly adopted by the New Regalians who took up roles in the military of the [[Regalian Empire]]. Over time this military role was given to the [[Calemberger Dobs]], but even still, the Calemberger Hausweiler remains popular as a companion for various guard groups.
|fauna12desc = The Calemberger Ardhund is a medium to large-sized breed, whose history goes back to the days of the [[Wirtemcaller Kingdom]] before the [[Wirtem]] [[Ailor]] formally formed in the area around the modern-day Lordship of [[Calemberg]]. What began as a hunting dog in the various forests, this breed was later developed to be a faithful guard against the incursion of the [[Skagger Horde]] and their aggression towards the Wirtemcaller generals by the year 70 AC. In the modern-day, the Calemberger Ardhund has continued its original design as a hunting dog of choice for big game hunters in the Calem regions as well as a guard dog for those with aggressive foes on the field of battle.


|fauna17   = [[Calemberger Ardhund]]
|fauna13   = [[Anglian Shepherd]]
|fauna17desc = The Calemberger Ardhund is a medium to large-sized breed, whose history goes back to the days of the [[Wirtemcaller Kingdom]] before the [[New Regalian]] [[Ailor]] formally formed in the area around the modern-day Lordship of [[Calemberg]]. What began as a hunting dog in the various forests, this breed was later developed to be a faithful guard against the incursion of the [[Skagger Horde]] and their aggression towards the Wirtemcaller generals by the year 70 AC. In the modern-day, the Calemberger Ardhund has continued its original design as a hunting dog of choice for big game hunters in the Calem regions as well as a guard dog for those with aggressive foes on the field of battle.
|fauna13desc = The Anglian Shepard is an animal that holds a rare mark of note in the annals of Alorian history. Along with the [[Common Farm Chicken]] and a handful of other animals, it is said to be one of the first animals the Ailor themselves tamed. It is notable for its loyalty and intellect, serving both public and agricultural interests well over the years as an attack hound and herd dog. Today, the dog is mostly kept as a pet within the cities while rural [[Anglian]] farmers still put the animal to use as they have for the past 300 years and more.  


|fauna18   = [[Anglian Shepherd]]
|fauna14   = [[Anglian Laster]]
|fauna18desc = The Anglian Shepard is an animal that holds a rare mark of note in the annals of Alorian history. Along with the [[Common Farm Chicken]] and a handful of other animals, it is said to be one of the first animals the Ailor themselves tamed. It is notable for its loyalty and intellect, serving both public and agricultural interests well over the years as an attack hound and herd dog. Today, the dog is mostly kept as a pet within the cities while rural [[Anglian]] farmers still put the animal to use as they have for the past 300 years and more.  
|fauna14desc = The Anglian Laster is one of the several sheepdogs bred by the [[Anglian]] people of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]. This animal has a long history, being one of the last species of wild dog the Anglians domesticated. The Anglian Laster is highly protective, as only after all the sheep and other animals have been securely locked up will this dog settle down. The Laster is popular among homes across [[Dorinn]] and [[Anglia]], with a few reaching the urban centers of other areas.


|fauna19   = [[Anglian Laster]]
|fauna15   = [[Anglian Caelorulv]]
|fauna19desc = The Anglian Laster is one of the several sheepdogs bred by the [[Anglian]] people of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]. This animal has a long history, being one of the last species of wild dog the Anglians domesticated. The Anglian Laster is highly protective, as only after all the sheep and other animals have been securely locked up will this dog settle down. The Laster is popular among homes across [[Dorinn]] and [[Anglia]], with a few reaching the urban centers of other areas.
|fauna15desc = The Anglian Caelorulv is an old breed that has both high prestige and a long history of being a common pet among the nobility and shepherds of the Anglian plains. The Caelorulv was originally one of the many shepherd breeds at the start of the [[Regalian Empire]], though quickly gained popularity as the Western Plains became inhabited by the [[Anglian]] people. Interbreeding with other species eventually split the domesticated dog breed into the “Royal” and “Common” Caelorulv, each having their own unique characteristics and popularities.


|fauna20   = [[Anglian Caelorulv]]
|fauna16   = [[Ithanian Gracee]]
|fauna20desc = The Anglian Caelorulv is an old breed that has both high prestige and a long history of being a common pet among the nobility and shepherds of the Anglian plains. The Caelorulv was originally one of the many shepherd breeds at the start of the [[Regalian Empire]], though quickly gained popularity as the Western Plains became inhabited by the [[Anglian]] people. Interbreeding with other species eventually split the domesticated dog breed into the “Royal” and “Common” Caelorulv, each having their own unique characteristics and popularities.
|fauna16desc = The Ithanian Gracee was developed by [[Ithanians]] living in [[Vixhall]] around 170 AC, and has since developed into a popular animal among the upper classes. It has a simple elegance to it, and a great deal of energy, but still responds to commands well after being trained. Additionally, it is generally a quiet animal and tends to avoid yapping like the purse dogs of the wider Ithanian dog pool.


|fauna21   = [[Ithanian Gracee]]
|fauna17   = [[Ithanian Laceurci]]
|fauna21desc = The Ithanian Gracee was developed by [[Ithanians]] living in [[Vixhall]] around 170 AC, and has since developed into a popular animal among the upper classes. It has a simple elegance to it, and a great deal of energy, but still responds to commands well after being trained. Additionally, it is generally a quiet animal and tends to avoid yapping like the purse dogs of the wider Ithanian dog pool.
|fauna17desc = The Ithanian Laceurci is a small sized lap dog breed in which the [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]] finally saw full success in their aggressive breeding to produce an ideal animal accessory. On the opposite end of the spectrum from the proud [[Ithanian Puffe Cien]], this dog is seen with fondness as the ideal small dog, able to be carried by purse or left to wander the tea party rooms of various Ithanian manors. Being free of birth defects and boasting a longer life span, the Ithanian Laceurci has grown to become one of the most popular court breeds of recent times. In the modern day, with the civil unrest in the [[Ithanian Sovereignty]], this Ithanian pocket pooch is often left to its own devices as its Ithanian masters plot for the security of their [[Culture]] amidst progressive male rule.


|fauna22   = [[Ithanian Laceurci]]
|fauna18   = [[Ithanian Sucre Cien]]
|fauna22desc = The Ithanian Laceurci is a small sized lap dog breed in which the [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]] finally saw full success in their aggressive breeding to produce an ideal animal accessory. On the opposite end of the spectrum from the proud [[Ithanian Puffe Cien]], this dog is seen with fondness as the ideal small dog, able to be carried by purse or left to wander the tea party rooms of various Ithanian manors. Being free of birth defects and boasting a longer life span, the Ithanian Laceurci has grown to become one of the most popular court breeds of recent times. In the modern day, with the civil unrest in the [[Ithanian Sovereignty]], this Ithanian pocket pooch is often left to its own devices as its Ithanian masters plot for the security of their [[Culture]] amidst progressive male rule.
|fauna18desc = The Ithanian Sucre Cien is an [[Ithanian]] breed of dog, produced by selective breeding and auctioned off around urbanized areas. Its rapid growth in numbers and unique appearance has earned the dog the name “Sucre Cien”, which directly translates to “Sugar Dog” in common. This is accounted for the fact that a laying Sucre Cien resembles a pile of sugar, due to their flourishing, long, snow-white hair and small figure. The dogs are most commonly carried, as when they walk their hair picks up dirt and other things that require it to be cleaned out. With love and compassion, this dog is a mixed bag; loyal to its owner, but needy. It is antisocial to others when not properly introduced to the world. This, and its ear-piercingly renowned high-pitched bark that classifies as more of a ‘yapping,’ earns the Ithanian Sucre Cien more than its fair share of infamy. Even then, any of high wealth or prestige seeking to pamper a loving and fluffy, tiny companion, often get directed to this breed, and end up happy with it.


|fauna23   = [[Ithanian Sucre Cien]]
|fauna19   = [[Ithanian Puffe Cien]]
|fauna23desc = The Ithanian Sucre Cien is an [[Ithanian]] breed of dog, produced by selective breeding and auctioned off around urbanized areas. Its rapid growth in numbers and unique appearance has earned the dog the name “Sucre Cien”, which directly translates to “Sugar Dog” in common. This is accounted for the fact that a laying Sucre Cien resembles a pile of sugar, due to their flourishing, long, snow-white hair and small figure. The dogs are most commonly carried, as when they walk their hair picks up dirt and other things that require it to be cleaned out. With love and compassion, this dog is a mixed bag; loyal to its owner, but needy. It is antisocial to others when not properly introduced to the world. This, and its ear-piercingly renowned high-pitched bark that classifies as more of a ‘yapping,’ earns the Ithanian Sucre Cien more than its fair share of infamy. Even then, any of high wealth or prestige seeking to pamper a loving and fluffy, tiny companion, often get directed to this breed, and end up happy with it.
|fauna19desc = The Ithanian Puffe Cien much like its sister breed, the Mini Strouffle, is a medium sized fluffy dog bred for the sake of court intrigue among the [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]]. As the notion of using smaller breeds as accessories took over the scene of the Ithanian royal courts, there became a greater desire to have a dog to be with you as you traveled the many long hallways and corridors of the various palaces and estates. This idea of accessorizing a pet grew to include being able to style the grooming of one's dog for greater individuality and thus the Ithanian Puffe Cien came to be. In the modern day, this breed can be seen at the side of their Ithanian masters, ever expanding the idea of what haute culture truly is.


|fauna24   = [[Ithanian Puffe Cien]]
|fauna20   = [[Yuen Doge]]
|fauna24desc = The Ithanian Puffe Cien much like its sister breed, the Mini Strouffle, is a medium sized fluffy dog bred for the sake of court intrigue among the [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]]. As the notion of using smaller breeds as accessories took over the scene of the Ithanian royal courts, there became a greater desire to have a dog to be with you as you traveled the many long hallways and corridors of the various palaces and estates. This idea of accessorizing a pet grew to include being able to style the grooming of one's dog for greater individuality and thus the Ithanian Puffe Cien came to be. In the modern day, this breed can be seen at the side of their Ithanian masters, ever expanding the idea of what haute culture truly is.
|fauna20desc = Yuen Doges are unique canines and the most well-known breed of all the varieties that exist in [[The Far East]]. Originally bred for hunting by the warriors of [[Sihai]] society, the animal was ultimately adopted by the wider populace as a general pet, where it has grown very popular. This popularity now extends to wider [[Aloria]], where the animal’s reputation as a clean-freak and an independent spirit, in addition to its cute physical appearance, makes it highly sought after.


|fauna25   = [[Yuen Doge]]
|fauna21   = [[Mini Strouffle]]
|fauna25desc = Yuen Doges are unique canines and the most well-known breed of all the varieties that exist in distant Dexai. Originally bred for hunting by the [[War Dynasty]], the animal was ultimately adopted by the wider populace as a general pet, where it has grown very popular. This popularity extends to wider [[Aloria]], where the animal’s reputation as a clean-freak and an independent spirit in addition to its cute physical appearance makes it highly sought after.
|fauna21desc = The Mini Strouffle is a medium sized, fluffy dog, well known as the lap dog among the [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]]. Originally a hunting companion used in the Ithanian marshes, over time this fluffy dog has been adopted into the over the top culture of its Ailor masters. In fact, only a small percentage are still raised to hunt along the rivers, the vast majority fulfill the court intrigue of the Ithanian Ailor. Despite recent politics in the [[Ithanian Sovereignty]], the Mini Strouffle remains a popular breed among its people.


|fauna26   = [[Mini Strouffle]]
|fauna22   = [[Cauruvos]]
|fauna26desc = The Mini Strouffle is a medium sized, fluffy dog, well known as the lap dog among the [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]]. Originally a hunting companion used in the Ithanian marshes, over time this fluffy dog has been adopted into the over the top culture of its Ailor masters. In fact, only a small percentage are still raised to hunt along the rivers, the vast majority fulfill the court intrigue of the Ithanian Ailor. Despite recent politics in the [[Ithanian Sovereignty]], the Mini Strouffle remains a popular breed among its people.
|fauna22desc = In the war-torn lands of the [[Dread Empire]], there lives a range of dog-like creatures called the Cauruvos. These dogs, though three-headed, fulfill many of the same purposes as canines in [[Ailor]] lands; as docile domestic pet animals, and as frontline warbeasts, shredding the flanks of the enemies of the [[Kathar]]. Away from the warfront, the smaller breeds of Cauruvos can be found as house pets and in the camps of slavers, guarding their masters or their property while they sleep. Cauruvos come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, the result of selective breeding from the Kathar per their needs. However, one trait, despite all their efforts, has prevailed through all breeds; the Cauruvos is bred for war.


|fauna27   = [[Cauruvos]]
|fauna23   = [[Silat Wolf]]
|fauna27desc = In the war-torn lands of the [[Dread Empire]], there lives a range of dog-like creatures called the Cauruvos. These dogs, though three-headed, fulfill many of the same purposes as canines in Ailor lands; as docile domestic pet animals, and as frontline warbeasts, shredding the flanks of the enemies of the [[Kathar]]. Away from the warfront, the smaller breeds of Cauruvos can be found in the homes of many [[Zolathar]] and [[Saivalthar]] as house pets and in the camps of [[Bakrathar]], guarding their masters while they sleep. Cauruvos come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, the result of selective breeding from the Kathar per their needs. However, one trait, despite all their efforts, has prevailed through all breeds; the Cauruvos is bred for war.
|fauna23desc = The Silat Wolf is a strange creature: a small species of wolf used as a steed by the [[Cielothar]], but also one that is omnivorous, unique in the world of domesticated canines. Emerging at an unknown time centuries ago, the Silat Wolf survived at the edges of the [[Allorn Empire]] until its collapse, and the rising Cielothar and subsequent recovery of nature allowed their population to rebound. Highly independent, those trained by the Wind Elves can fight independently from their rider in combat, making them superb defenders of the embattled [[Race]].


|fauna28   = [[Silat Wolf]]
|fauna24   = [[Poukuan]]
|fauna28desc = The Silat Wolf is a strange creature: a small species of wolf used as a steed by the [[Cielothar]], but also one that is omnivorous, unique in the world of domesticated canines. Emerging at an unknown time centuries ago, the Silat Wolf survived at the edges of the [[Allorn Empire]] until its collapse, and the rising Cielothar and subsequent recovery of nature allowed their population to rebound. Highly independent, those trained by the Wind Elves can fight independently from their rider in combat, making them superb defenders of the embattled [[Race]].
|fauna24desc = The Poukuan is one of the stranger creatures the lands of the distant [[Sihai]] have to offer to the scholars of the wider world. Unlike other animals native to [[Zhong]], the domestication of the Poukuan is almost a false one as while they do exist in urban areas, it is on their own terms and in a select range of sites scattered across the central, western and once southern lands of Sihai territory. They have an odd, stone-like appearance, as well as a combination of feline and canine features. These animals are a sacred piece to Sihai society, undoubtedly remaining a mystery for centuries more.
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|fauna7    = [[Ithanian Bearded Desert Cat]]
|fauna7    = [[Ithanian Bearded Desert Cat]]
|fauna7desc = The Ithanian Bearded Desert Cat is a feline that has weaseled itself into the households of countless Alorians. Its small size, friendly attitude, and distinctive beard-like tuft have earned it a reputation as one of the best pets in the world. Their appeal was quickly exploited upon their first discovery due to its popularity, and the feline remained an animal exclusive to [[Ithania]] for only a few months before being shipped overseas. The former hunting instincts of the Bearded Cat have since left them, instead they have been replaced by a disposition to lay about and wait for someone to feed them. With the popularity it holds nowadays, one would be hard-pressed to have not seen at least one of these animals in the any village they come across.
|fauna7desc = The Ithanian Bearded Desert Cat is a peculiar feline believed to have an ancient history connected to the [[Asha]] [[Race]]. However, the [[Ithanians]] of today dismiss these claims and instead focus on appreciating this unique breed. The animal is best known for its aforementioned “beard” of hair, but also as an independent, heat-loving animal who has spread far beyond Ithania largely due to the latter traits.


|fauna8    = [[Domestic Tabby]]
|fauna8    = [[Domestic Tabby]]
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|fauna12    = [[Ularen Lion]]
|fauna12    = [[Ularen Lion]]
|fauna12desc = The Ularen Lion was once one of the most deadly predators of the Ularen Plains, harassing and hunting all who entered their domain. Unfortunately, time has not been kind to them, reducing them in physical size but also spreading them up to [[Ithania]] and possibly elsewhere. They are most notable for their large size, the manes that appear on males but also their highly complex human social groups. The Lion is also known for its pale coats of fur, particularly white, which is used by the extravagant [[School of the Lion Pelt]] as part of their uniforms. While the animal is not as populous as it once was, its capacity to survive undoubtedly means it will be around for years to come.
|fauna12desc = The Ularen Lion was once one of the most deadly predators of the Ularen Plains, harassing and hunting all who entered their domain. Unfortunately, time has not been kind to them, reducing them in physical size but also spreading them up to [[Ithania]] and possibly elsewhere. They are most notable for their large size, the manes that appear on males but also their highly complex human social groups. The Lion is also known for its pale coats of fur, particularly white, which is used by extravagant [[Knights]] as part of their uniforms. While the animal is not as populous as it once was, its capacity to survive undoubtedly means it will be around for years to come.
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|fauna8    = [[Two-Horned Horse]]
|fauna8    = [[Two-Horned Horse]]
|fauna8desc = The Two-Horned Horse has an unknown past and an unfortunately bleak future. Despite having survived an attempt to kill them off by [[Unionists]], the animal has managed to survive for now in the wild areas of [[Basta]]. They are incredibly skittish animals and easily spooked, capable of wielding their two horns well if forced into a position that they need to use them. The animal is also domesticated but has few riders except some members of the [[School of Villiers-Eclaire]].
|fauna8desc = The Two-Horned Horse has an unknown past and an unfortunately bleak future. Despite having survived an attempt to kill them off by [[Unionists]], the animal has managed to survive for now in the wild areas of [[Basta]]. They are incredibly skittish animals and easily spooked, capable of wielding their two horns well if forced into a position that they need to use them. The animal is also domesticated but has few riders except some members of the [[Villiers-Eclaire Order]].


|fauna9    = [[Jungle Rhino]]
|fauna9    = [[Jungle Rhino]]
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|fauna10    = [[Heerstepper]]
|fauna10    = [[Heerstepper]]
|fauna10desc = A large, strong, and robust black horse that shrugs in the face of intimidation, the origins of the Heerstepper may be a mystery but its impact on [[Aloria]] has not been. Used for centuries by Ailor as a mount in combat, the fact that it cannot be frightened or hurt by arrows turned it into a critical shock unit on many early battlefields. Since that time, the [[Regalian Empire]] now faces more complex foes, but the Heerstepper remains in the back pocket of the [[Regal Cultures]] and those closest to them for use as needed.
|fauna10desc = A large, strong, and robust black horse that shrugs in the face of intimidation, the origins of the Heerstepper may be a mystery but its impact on [[Aloria]] has not been. Used for centuries by Ailor as a mount in combat, the fact that it cannot be frightened or hurt by arrows turned it into a critical shock unit on many early battlefields. Since that time, the [[Regalian Empire]] now faces more complex foes, but the Heerstepper remains in the back pocket of the [[Crownland Cultures]] and those closest to them for use as needed.


|fauna11    = [[Cheval du Ciel]]
|fauna11    = [[Cheval du Ciel]]
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|fauna15    = [[Nerrin Alaan]]
|fauna15    = [[Nerrin Alaan]]
|fauna15desc = The Nerrin Alaan is a fascinating equine native to the Ularen Plains of [[Daen]]. A horse with colored scales on its neck and back and forehead, it is also notable for how it can telepathically communicate with its bonded rider. Kept by the [[Avanthar]] and [[Qússrakón]] [[Ailor]], being revered as an animal of great and mystical ability, the Nerrin Alaan has suffered along with its riders in the chaos that has gripped the grasslands it calls home. But, elsewhere, the animal has escaped unscathed in those Avanthar exiled or living abroad, who keep their fine, strange, and beloved steeds safe and loved, just as the equine similarly cares for them too.
|fauna15desc = The Nerrin Alaan is a fascinating equine native to the Ularen Plains of [[Daen]]. A horse with colored scales on its neck and back and forehead, it is also notable for how it can telepathically communicate with its bonded rider. Kept by the [[Avanthar]], being revered as an animal of great and mystical ability, the Nerrin Alaan has suffered along with its riders in the chaos that has gripped the grasslands it calls home. But, elsewhere, the animal has escaped unscathed in those Avanthar exiled or living abroad, who keep their fine, strange, and beloved steeds safe and loved, just as the equine similarly cares for them too.


|fauna16    =
|fauna16    =
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|fauna3    = [[Pygmee Trunk Tucker]]
|fauna3    = [[Pygmee Trunk Tucker]]
|fauna3desc    = The Pygmee Trunk Tucker is the smallest of all [[Elephau]] in [[Aloria]], but also the most distant from all of the others, being located on the jungled eastern islands of Dexai, now dominated by urban centers dedicated to trading. Thanks to the recent establishment of many of these settlements, their population has plummeted, and a majority now live in captivity or domesticated surroundings. Their appearance and attitude, however, is sure to earn them fans among the [[Sihai]] youth, and while for now, their survival in the wild is up in the air, the animal will undoubtedly endeavor over the coming centuries with the aid from smitten animal lovers.
|fauna3desc    = The Pygmee Trunk Tucker is the smallest of all [[Elephau]] in [[Aloria]], and its original homeland were the distant continents of [[The Far East]], which guaranteed that they would never be seen beyond the [[Sihai]] sphere. However, the animals are also found to survive on the [[Sundial Isles]], a very odd occurrence which has confused some as to how this became possible. Their appearance and attitude, however, is sure to earn them fans among the youth of [[Aloria]], and they are the most common species of Elephau to be found domesticated in circuses and entertainment enterprises.  


|fauna4    = [[Wódbehaeri]]
|fauna4    = [[Wódbehaeri]]
|fauna4desc    = An essential though terrifying piece of [[Wolathar]] [[Kathar]] society, the Wódbehaeri are a species of massive [[Elephau]] that dwarf all other types. Their impressive size and strength make them fantastic beasts of transport and war. The most common use for them runs among the Wolathar in their war against the [[Avanthar]] and [[Cielothar]]. The Wódbehaeri are generally left alone by other sentient [[Races]], given their presence is solely within the boundaries of the [[Dread Empire]], primarily in the Wolond Walds of [[Daen]]. They are a hard beast to fell, but with the march of progress in [[Alorian]] society, this ancient creature is unlikely to endure, even if the [[Kathar]] mutate it even more than they already have.
|fauna4desc    = An essential though terrifying piece of [[Kathar]] society, the Wódbehaeri are a species of massive [[Elephau]] that dwarf all other types. Their impressive size and strength make them fantastic beasts of transport and war. The most common use for them runs among the wilderness-bound Kathar of [[Daen]] in their war against the [[Avanthar]] and [[Cielothar]]. The Wódbehaeri are generally left alone by other sentient [[Races]], given their presence is solely within the boundaries of the [[Dread Empire]], primarily in the Wolond Walds. They are a hard beast to fell, but with the march of progress in [[Alorian]] society, this ancient creature is unlikely to endure, even if the Kathar mutate it even more than they already have.


|fauna5    = [[Maarhanet]]
|fauna5    = [[Maarhanet]]
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|fauna1    = [[Jaded Roo]]
|fauna1    = [[Jaded Roo]]
|fauna1desc    = The Jaded Roo is a large marsupial well known to the [[Colonial]] [[Ailor]] and [[Midlands Url]] of [[Essalonia]]. A curious animal for its size and capability to hop quickly across the local plains, the Jaded Roo is also perpetually seen as an aggressive animal. Patches of black fur above its large eyes give it a look of constant annoyance though the animals only lash out with kicks or swipes in the mating season or when members of their “mobs” (the term assigned to groups of the animal) are threatened. They remain populous, but that might change when the [[New Ceardian Colonies]] push into their home of rolling, grassy hills.
|fauna1desc    = The Jaded Roo was a large marsupial well known to the [[Drovv]] and [[Cult of Dronnal]] in [[Drowda]]. A curious animal for its size and capability to hop quickly across the local plains, the Jaded Roo was also perpetually seen as an aggressive animal. Patches of black fur above its large eyes gave it a look of constant annoyance though the animal only lashed out with kicks or swipes in the mating season or when members of their “mobs” (the term assigned to groups of the animal) were threatened. Ultimately, they were rendered extinct by a combination of the explosion of ice and snow from [[Ellador]] that followed the birth of the [[Isldar]] which froze large portions of their homeland, followed by the devastation wrought by the [[Fifth Void Invasion]] and the [[Cataclysm]].


|fauna2    = [[Daendroque Possum]]
|fauna2    = [[Daendroque Possum]]
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|fauna3    = [[Thylan]]
|fauna3    = [[Thylan]]
|fauna3desc    = Similar to the [[Ogres]] of [[Ellador]] in that they are a near-sentient mammalian species the Thylan have been a non-dominating feature of [[Jorrhildr]] since pre-[[Cataclysm]] times. As tall as a [[Dwarf]] and easily outnumbering the [[Url]] and [[Velheim]] [[Ailor]] that live alongside them, Thylan are nevertheless badly adapted for the various demanding climates of Jorrhildr. Due to their failure to adapt properly, the Thylan are currently considered a common, though manageable threat or, in some particularly well-fortified areas, a pest. In recent years, however, Jorrhildr’s numerous [[Seraph]] ruins have garnered ever more scrutiny from the outside world, though reaching them requires a long and dangerous trek through Thylan-infested lands.  
|fauna3desc    = Similar to the [[Ogres]] of [[Ellador]] in that they are a near-sentient mammalian species the Thylan have been a non-dominating feature of [[Jorrhildr]] since pre-[[Cataclysm]] times. As tall as a [[Dwarf]] and easily outnumbering the [[Urlan]] and [[Velheim]] [[Ailor]] that live alongside them, Thylan are nevertheless badly adapted for the various demanding climates of Jorrhildr. Due to their failure to adapt properly, the Thylan are currently considered a common, though manageable threat or, in some particularly well-fortified areas, a pest. In recent years, however, Jorrhildr’s numerous [[Seraph]] ruins have garnered ever more scrutiny from the outside world, though reaching them requires a long and dangerous trek through Thylan-infested lands.  


|fauna4    =  
|fauna4    =  
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===Bovids===
===Bovids===
Includes bison, African buffalo, water buffalo, antelopes, gazelles, sheep, goats, muskoxen, and domestic cattle
Includes bison, buffalo, antelopes, gazelles, sheep, goats, muskoxen, and domestic cattle
{{Fauna Table
{{Fauna Table
|title = Bovids
|title = Bovids
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|fauna7desc    = The Aaltaar Bok is a wholly domesticated bovine closely tied to the [[Eronidas]], as they brought it with them from their homeland during the Great Leaving. Of impressive size and weight, the Bok is still surprisingly quick on its hooves, and while often used as a source of meat and labor, it has also seen use as a mount in Eronidas armies. They are known for their bright white coat, but also for the impressive Lug-Bok, a mutation in the species which produces huge, impressive beasts of great size and strength which lead their herds across their grazing fields and plains. The Aaltaar Bok is heavily devoted to the Eronidas, so much so that they will become aggressive and wild should they lack the presence of one, which means that the two are always located near each other.
|fauna7desc    = The Aaltaar Bok is a wholly domesticated bovine closely tied to the [[Eronidas]], as they brought it with them from their homeland during the Great Leaving. Of impressive size and weight, the Bok is still surprisingly quick on its hooves, and while often used as a source of meat and labor, it has also seen use as a mount in Eronidas armies. They are known for their bright white coat, but also for the impressive Lug-Bok, a mutation in the species which produces huge, impressive beasts of great size and strength which lead their herds across their grazing fields and plains. The Aaltaar Bok is heavily devoted to the Eronidas, so much so that they will become aggressive and wild should they lack the presence of one, which means that the two are always located near each other.


|fauna8    = [[Myakgërus]]
|fauna8    = [[Myaakgerus]]
|fauna8desc    = While the elite of the [[Shenathar Kathar]] are often conveyed either by slaves or exotic, [[Void Essence]]-twisted equines, there is an animal that almost all native-born Shenathar are familiar with: the Myakgërus. Strangely coldblooded, despite being mammals, they are also notable for their boney skulls. They are a common animal in the Kathar Steppes found in the southern half of [[Saivale]], where they are herded and ridden, and exist elsewhere in the broader [[Dread Empire]] as beasts of burden. They are also a well-enjoyed food source and are broadly considered the animal second to only the [[Shadow Bovine]] in local importance.
|fauna8desc    = While the elite of the [[Kathar]] are often conveyed either by slaves or exotic, [[Void Essence]]-twisted equines, there is an animal that almost all native-born Dread Kathar are familiar with: the Myaakgerus. Strangely coldblooded, despite being mammals, they are also notable for their boney skulls. They are a common animal in the Kathar Steppes found in the southern half of Rokhara, where they are herded and ridden, and exist elsewhere in the broader [[Dread Empire]] as beasts of burden. They are also a well-enjoyed food source and are broadly considered the animal second to only the [[Shadow Bovine]] in local importance.


|fauna9    = [[Muff-oxen]]
|fauna9    = [[Muff-oxen]]
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|fauna10    = [[Erkebin]]
|fauna10    = [[Erkebin]]
|fauna10desc    = The Erkebin is a horse-sized ram with curled horns and a thick woollen body well known to the [[Velheim]], [[Fridurfolk]], [[Tarkkin]], [[Zvorun]] and [[Vladno]] [[Cultures]] of [[Aloria]]. Commonly seen as a symbol of the north, these animals have been used to perform heavy headlong charges into enemy formations for centuries, rarely being broken from their objective except recently, with the rise of modern technology of the [[Regalian Empire]] in particular. Friendly, social, and loving animals, the Erkebin has made the ideal companion to many northern equestrians who lack a horse.
|fauna10desc    = The Erkebin is a horse-sized ram with curled horns and a thick woollen body well known to the [[Velheim]], [[Fridurfolk]], [[Tarkkin]], [[Zvorun]] and [[Krainivaya]] [[Cultures]] of [[Aloria]]. Commonly seen as a symbol of the north, these animals have been used to perform heavy headlong charges into enemy formations for centuries, rarely being broken from their objective except recently, with the rise of modern technology of the [[Regalian Empire]] in particular. Friendly, social, and loving animals, the Erkebin has made the ideal companion to many northern equestrians who lack a horse.
 
|fauna11    = [[Fastox]]
|fauna11desc    = The Fastox is a bovid creature native to the northern reaches of [[Aloria]], with a dense, two-layer coat of hair to keep it warm from the cold weather plaguing these isolated lands. Long widespread across the region, they have been domesticated by [[Ailor]] since before the [[Cataclysm]] for their hair, but also for their meat and more, though many more herds exist in the wild. The animal is also known for their musk, which they release during the mating season, giving them a distinct smell.
 
|fauna12    = [[Seiniu]]
|fauna12desc    = The Seiniu is a common cattle animal of the [[Sihai]] homelands. Docile yet capable of defending itself with a horn on its nose and its thick body, the Seiniu has been shaped into its current role by generations of Sihai farmers who value it for its meat, milk, and leather. While wild specimens were all but extinct several centuries ago, the tumultuous years that deeply scarred the Sihai people have allowed feral populations of the animal to emerge in the wild corners of their distant homeland. But as time passes, these feral populations are reintegrated back into Sihai society.
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|fauna5    = [[Qilin]]
|fauna5    = [[Qilin]]
|fauna5desc    = The Qilin is a skittish variety of deer found in the Far East and has lived in the northern mountains of [[Dexai]] for centuries. With a lithe and seemingly otherworldly appearance thanks to their shimmering fur, the Qilin are hailed as mystical, beautiful, and in some cases, tied to the [[White Loong Dragons]] by the various [[Sihai Dynasties]] which know of them. Today, their numbers are recovering after a period of unfortunate death and slaughter, and those that hunt them might face some social pressures not to openly do so.
|fauna5desc    = Of all the animals in [[The Far East]], the Qilin is one of the rarest and most beautiful creatures native to these lands. The Qilin was used as the base for the [[Qilin Stance]], one of the more visually spectacular transformations and power-sets of the [[Sihai]] [[Race]]. It is also the Lunar Spirit to the proud and boisterous Heiyan Sihai, from the [[Heiyan]] Kingdom at the heart of the continent of [[Zhong]]. The animal was once ridden in the distant past, but an ancient conflict between the [[Sheng Empire]] and the last of the nation who supposedly tamed the Qilin put an end to this practice. Today, it exists sparingly in the wilds or is kept in a broad enclosure for the enjoyment of wealthy folk.


|fauna6    = [[Tarkkin Metsähivri]]
|fauna6    = [[Tarkkin Metsähivri]]
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|fauna5desc = The Daendroc Weasel is a pesky rodent which infamously dwells in the harbors of [[Daendroc]]. The weasel is often seen on most seafaring vessels, being loved by the sailors. It is hated as much as it is loved, however, largely due to their frequent theft of food. This weasel is often at odds with the [[Ghor Ka Bloodscale]]; when these two creatures meet, it more often than not leads to a violent fight to the death. Daendroc Weasels today are seen in almost any harbor, always near their owner.
|fauna5desc = The Daendroc Weasel is a pesky rodent which infamously dwells in the harbors of [[Daendroc]]. The weasel is often seen on most seafaring vessels, being loved by the sailors. It is hated as much as it is loved, however, largely due to their frequent theft of food. This weasel is often at odds with the [[Ghor Ka Bloodscale]]; when these two creatures meet, it more often than not leads to a violent fight to the death. Daendroc Weasels today are seen in almost any harbor, always near their owner.


|fauna6    =
|fauna6    = [[Listigsvart Stoat]]
|fauna6desc =  
|fauna6desc = The Listigsvart Stoat is a small mammal native to the northern regions of [[Cain]] and [[The Skags]]. It has been present in these regions for a long time. Its black fur is very prized by the [[Velheim]] and even foreigners for its luscious sheen, crafted into fine coats or clothing elements. The Listigsvart Stoat is also known for its aggressive tendencies, with a mouth well suited for biting, and its propensity to take over the burrows of smaller creatures after it has killed them. While hunting has reduced the animal’s numbers, they have begun to stabilize in recent years, suggesting a continued survival for generations to come.


|fauna8    =
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|fauna1    = [[Northern Brown Bear]]
|fauna1    = [[Northern Brown Bear]]
|fauna1desc    = The Northern Brown Bear is a large mammal that inhabits the entire northern region of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]. These bears are highly respected by the members of the [[School of Skagger]], as well as the [[Velheim]] tribes as a whole. Much of Velheim culture is derived because of their proximity and respect for the Northern Brown Bear, which is considered one of the mightiest animals in the northern wilderness. It features a wide range of pelt colors and so the Northern Brown Bear is sometimes referred to as the Grizzled Bear for these unique fur patterns, however as the name dictates, these patterns and colors always keep a brownish tint to them. The Northern Brown bear was originally thought to be a wide variety of species but was eventually reclassified into the single species that exists today. While bears have a popular spot in folklore as a whole, no other bear is as represented as the Northern Brown Bear.
|fauna1desc    = The Northern Brown Bear is a large mammal that inhabits the entire northern region of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]. These bears are highly respected by the members of the [[Skagger Order]], as well as the [[Velheim]] tribes as a whole. Much of Velheim culture is derived because of their proximity and respect for the Northern Brown Bear, which is considered one of the mightiest animals in the northern wilderness. It features a wide range of pelt colors and so the Northern Brown Bear is sometimes referred to as the Grizzled Bear for these unique fur patterns, however as the name dictates, these patterns and colors always keep a brownish tint to them. The Northern Brown bear was originally thought to be a wide variety of species but was eventually reclassified into the single species that exists today. While bears have a popular spot in folklore as a whole, no other bear is as represented as the Northern Brown Bear.


|fauna2    = [[Grey Bear]]
|fauna2    = [[Grey Bear]]
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|fauna3    = [[Gallovian Black Mountain Bear]]
|fauna3    = [[Gallovian Black Mountain Bear]]
|fauna3desc    = Gallovian Black Mountain Bears hold a significant amount of cultural significance to the Highland [[Ailor]] of [[Gallovia]], the land the Bear calls home. Living in the mountains away from most civilization, the Bear was sought out in times passed and killed as a perceived symbol of the oppressive [[Skagger Horde]] that conquered Gallovia for a number of decades. Today, the Bear is allowed to thrive by many as the practice evolved from killing to wrestling. Aspiring masters of the [[School of Lecgaen]] or young Highlanders willing to brave great danger and test their mettle seek out the Mountain Bear, all in order to wrestle it into submission. Luckily for them, the animal’s dull claws made such a task easier than it might with other wild creatures, but it is still a great test of power and skill befitting the rugged lands of Gallovia.
|fauna3desc    = Gallovian Black Mountain Bears hold a significant amount of cultural significance to the Highland [[Ailor]] of [[Gallovia]], the land the Bear calls home. Living in the mountains away from most civilization, the Bear was sought out in times passed and killed as a perceived symbol of the oppressive [[Skagger Horde]] that conquered Gallovia for a number of decades. Today, the Bear is allowed to thrive by many as the practice evolved from killing to wrestling. Aspiring masters of Lecgaen wrestling or young Highlanders willing to brave great danger and test their mettle seek out the Mountain Bear, all in order to wrestle it into submission. Luckily for them, the animal’s dull claws made such a task easier than it might with other wild creatures, but it is still a great test of power and skill befitting the rugged lands of Gallovia.


|fauna4    = [[Etosian Bear]]
|fauna4    = [[Etosian Bear]]
|fauna4desc    = The Etosian Bear is a small species of bear native to the dry island of [[Etosil]], where it has been known for years to the [[Ailor]] settlers. With time, the stories of this animal were exaggerated to fit outsider expectations for a bear, and when the [[Vladno]] came, they were initially disappointed but ultimately still molded the animal into a creature that would still help represent their culture. As such, the animal is commonly associated with the Vladno as it is also one of the most common animals they hunt. The Bear is also well known for its dark fur, which helps it blend into the dark stone of Etosil but also for its white “mask” of fur, the pattern genetic and widely varying in composition.
|fauna4desc    = The Etosian Bear is a small species of bear native to the dry island of [[Etosil]] and the northeast [[Regalian Archipelago]], where it has been known for years to the [[Ailor]] settlers. With time, the stories of this animal were exaggerated to fit outsider expectations for a bear, and when the [Krainivaya]] came, they were initially disappointed but ultimately still molded the animal into a creature that would still help represent their culture. As such, the animal is commonly associated with the Krainivaya as it is also one of the most common animals they hunt. The Bear is also well known for its dark fur, which helps it blend into the dark stone of Etosil but also for its white “mask” of fur, the pattern genetic and widely varying in composition.
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|fauna2    = [[Air Pocket Whale]]
|fauna2    = [[Air Pocket Whale]]
|fauna2desc    = Bursting from the long, slow waves of the [[Western Calms]] is the Air Pocket Whale, a playful, aquatic mammal that calls the warmer waters around [[Ithania]] home. The species’ peculiar name comes from the unique characteristic of the animal, which are two large air sacs that dominate the back of the creature. These air sacs act as special ballasts, granting them superior control of the animal’s depth in the water. Original citings of the Air Pocket Whale come from the early years after the [[Cataclysm]], roughly 40 AC. Early records demonstrate the incredibly friendly nature of the species, which often jump and play along with boats that sail in the region. To this day, tourists who travel to the Western Calms often take special day trips out to popular gathering places for Air Pocket Whales, so that they may witness the spectacle of the graceful creatures as they bob and dive among the surf. There are several small coastal towns in Ithania that survive solely off of such tours, as well as selling the surprisingly delicious flesh of the animals.
|fauna2desc    = Well-known for being playful and docile, Air Pocket Whales are a strange species of water-dwelling mammal often labeled as a must-see tourist attraction for any person visiting the [[Ithanian]] coasts. It is often spotted around the warm waters of [[Ithania]], and the bubble-like air sacs on the Air Pocket's back and the renowned whale song they produce have brought a level of fame among the people of Ithania for centuries. While they were hunted to near extinction, the population has begun to creep back up in recent years with the interest of the Ithanian upper class.


|fauna3    = [[White Fair Fin]]
|fauna3    = [[White Fair Fin]]
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|fauna2    = [[Jong-li Nightingale]]
|fauna2    = [[Jong-li Nightingale]]
|fauna2desc    = Jong-li Nightingales are exotic songbirds from Dexai, where they sing a unique warbling tune that has long seen them connected to the afterlife, death, and mourning. Each [[Dynasty]] of [[Sihai]] has their own beliefs about the bird though, and they are better known to [[Regalians]] as a songbird who refuses to sing when they are inside of a cage. Instead, they must be free and open in a space in order to let out their song.
|fauna2desc    = Jong-li Nightingales are exotic songbirds from [[The Far East]] that are known to sing a unique warbling tune that has long seen them connected to the afterlife, death, and mourning. Each group of [[Sihai]] has their own beliefs about the bird, and they are better known to [[Regalian]]s as a songbird who refuses to sing when they are inside of a cage. Instead, they must be free and open in a space in order to let out their song.


|fauna3    = [[Common Imperial Pigeon]]
|fauna3    = [[Common Imperial Pigeon]]
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|fauna12    = [[Goose]]
|fauna12    = [[Goose]]
|fauna12desc    = The Goose is a medium-sized waterfowl native to many temperate and cold regions of [[Aloria]]. Their bodies and eggs can be used to create many useful products or tasty meals. It is widely believed today that the [[Sihai]] were the first to domesticate Geese in distant Dexai, with the rest of Aloria following centuries later after locating their own native species of Goose. They have long necks, and often are considered to have bad personalities, but none can deny their cleverness and tactics for attempted survival in the wild.
|fauna12desc    = The Goose is a medium-sized waterfowl native to many temperate and cold regions of [[Aloria]]. Their bodies and eggs can be used to create many useful products or tasty meals. It is widely believed today that the [[Sihai]] were the first to domesticate Geese in distant [[Zhong]] and [[Sheng]], with the rest of Aloria following centuries later after locating their own native species of Goose. They have long necks, and often are considered to have bad personalities, but none can deny their cleverness and tactics for attempted survival in the wild.


|fauna13    = [[Aphed]]
|fauna13    = [[Aphed]]
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|fauna6    = [[Crow Eagle]]
|fauna6    = [[Crow Eagle]]
|fauna6desc = The Crow Eagle is one of the animals known widely for its symbolic value to the aristocracy in [[Aloria]], particularly the [[Ailor]] race. The bird has ties back to the old [[Wirtemcaller Kingdom]] and after having survived an attempt by the [[Skagger Horde]] to drive them into extinction, are now recovering in number across the three Calem regions of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]; [[Calemberg]], [[Opper Calem]], and [[Hinter Calem]]. With its large size, crested head, and an attitude of superiority over other avian species, it serves as the perfect figurehead of the [[New Regalian]] culture which formed out of the fallen Wirtemcaller state.
|fauna6desc = The Crow Eagle is one of the animals known widely for its symbolic value to the aristocracy in [[Aloria]], particularly the [[Ailor]] race. The bird has ties back to the old [[Wirtemcaller Kingdom]] and after having survived an attempt by the [[Skagger Horde]] to drive them into extinction, are now recovering in number across the three Calem regions of the [[Regalian Archipelago]]; [[Calemberg]], [[Opper Calem]], and [[Hinter Calem]]. With its large size, crested head, and an attitude of superiority over other avian species, it serves as the perfect figurehead of the [[Wirtem]] culture which formed out of the fallen Wirtemcaller state.


|fauna8    = [[Owl]]
|fauna8    = [[Owl]]
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|fauna3desc    = The Puffugl is a strange bird, with many stark bright and neutral colors to its body, and a division into three subspecies based on physical size and beak shape. The birds have been known to inhabitants of the north for generations, serving as a food source to the few who brave getting a sharp swarm of pecks from the flock, or to the even more foolish a source of monetary gain, because of the bird’s nests, consisting of a collection of stones and materials which can be quite valuable. Puffugl have also been domesticated by one [[Race]] alone, the [[Dredger]] [[Dwarves]], but these numbers are minor and are only members of one of the subspecies. The birds are likely to continue surviving in the north for many years to come, thriving in the waters as well as along the coastlines.
|fauna3desc    = The Puffugl is a strange bird, with many stark bright and neutral colors to its body, and a division into three subspecies based on physical size and beak shape. The birds have been known to inhabitants of the north for generations, serving as a food source to the few who brave getting a sharp swarm of pecks from the flock, or to the even more foolish a source of monetary gain, because of the bird’s nests, consisting of a collection of stones and materials which can be quite valuable. Puffugl have also been domesticated by one [[Race]] alone, the [[Dredger]] [[Dwarves]], but these numbers are minor and are only members of one of the subspecies. The birds are likely to continue surviving in the north for many years to come, thriving in the waters as well as along the coastlines.


|fauna4    =  
|fauna4    = [[Fargalka]]
|fauna4desc    =  
|fauna4desc    = The Fargalka is a recently discovered species of bird native to the [[Northern Expanse]], a harsh landscape that has somehow allowed these fowl to survive. They have a stark gender dichotomy, with fat, slothful males sitting in cliff holes who serve as the door stoppers for active females feeding both them and any nests of chicks located behind the unmoving male. Further voyages to the Northern Expanse may reveal more information about the species, but it will undoubtedly take years for this information to unravel itself.


|fauna5    =  
|fauna5    =  
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|fauna1desc    = Hoton Longfeathers are best known to [[Aloria]] as massive birds that fly ridiculously high above the clouds, and only come down when they wish to sleep on top of mountains. It seems that with time, the species has gradually grown more untethered from the earth. They used to be a jungle-dwelling species hunted to extinction by the [[Altalar]] and soon after, the rest of the species entered the life they are best known for today. They are also well-known animals because of the many superstitions that surround them; from a millennia long lifespan to how their feathers make the perfect arrows on account of their straightness and sharpness once broken off. The Longfeather is a rarity nowadays, millennia of existing in Aloria taking its toll, but many in [[Daen]] still look up in wonder at the distant speck of black that they can sometimes see between the clouds.
|fauna1desc    = Hoton Longfeathers are best known to [[Aloria]] as massive birds that fly ridiculously high above the clouds, and only come down when they wish to sleep on top of mountains. It seems that with time, the species has gradually grown more untethered from the earth. They used to be a jungle-dwelling species hunted to extinction by the [[Altalar]] and soon after, the rest of the species entered the life they are best known for today. They are also well-known animals because of the many superstitions that surround them; from a millennia long lifespan to how their feathers make the perfect arrows on account of their straightness and sharpness once broken off. The Longfeather is a rarity nowadays, millennia of existing in Aloria taking its toll, but many in [[Daen]] still look up in wonder at the distant speck of black that they can sometimes see between the clouds.


|fauna2    = [[Givrais Thunder Bird]]
|fauna2    = [[Thunderbird]]
|fauna2desc    = The Givrais Thunder Bird is a unique animal from northern [[Farah’deen]] known for its strange habit of gathering around areas where lighting is about to strike. A long-lasting feature of the region, the birds survived the [[Great Storm]] and have also managed to survive the latest bout of warfare in their region. They are still hunted, however, because Ithanians greatly enjoy the myriad of colors their feathers possess. These same feathers make it hard to see them as they fly in the blue sky however they are much more obvious when they nest in the canyons they make their homes in.
|fauna2desc    = Thunderbirds have long been associated with the natural phenomena of thunder and lightning in all three regions they once lived in. The Western Thunderbird today survives within the borders of [[Ol Lavei Fyror]], unbothered for centuries just like the [[Altalar]] who observe it gladly. The Central Thunderbird was native to areas of [[Corontium]]; it was rendered extinct by the [[Ailor]] by 100 AC. Finally, there is the Eastern Thunderbird, known to the denizens of [[Farah’deen]] for centuries. All three subgroups have been tied into helping create natural weather patterns, at least in the mythologies and old writings of the ancients. Today, their cloak of feathers is their main draw and will fetch a tidy sum due to its deep blue coloration and association mentioned above with the weather's mystical powers.


|fauna3    = [[Ciel'lapanna Crane]]
|fauna3    = [[Ciel'lapanna Crane]]
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|fauna4desc    = Morroks are huge predator birds native to [[Ellador]], but tamed early on by the [[Dwarves]] and becoming beasts of war, dropping special pods behind enemy lines to let Dwarven warriors pour forth. Following the freezing of Ellador their numbers dwindled, and today they are rare, both in Ellador and overseas in Dwarven communities scattered across [[Aloria]]. They are best known for their testy personalities and are regarded as a strange company for the Dwarves to keep, though ones they have had for centuries, if not over a millennium.  
|fauna4desc    = Morroks are huge predator birds native to [[Ellador]], but tamed early on by the [[Dwarves]] and becoming beasts of war, dropping special pods behind enemy lines to let Dwarven warriors pour forth. Following the freezing of Ellador their numbers dwindled, and today they are rare, both in Ellador and overseas in Dwarven communities scattered across [[Aloria]]. They are best known for their testy personalities and are regarded as a strange company for the Dwarves to keep, though ones they have had for centuries, if not over a millennium.  


|fauna5    =  
|fauna5    = [[Saidiau]]
|fauna5desc    =
|fauna5desc    = Saidiau is a type of bird that have served as a symbol of love for as long as the [[Sihai]] people have existed, their bright blue and green plumage a startling sight in the mountains of [[The Far East]]. They are invaluable avian companions and messenger birds, traveling great distances with ease. They are known to be kind and social creatures, devoted to one another. They have always had large numbers on their side, and have weathered the many chaotic events of the recent centuries of [[Zhong]]’s history with grace.
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===Gargant Birds===
===Gargant Birds===
Includes extinct giant/mythical birds.
Includes giant/mythical birds.
{{Fauna Table
{{Fauna Table
|title = Gargant Birds
|title = Gargant Birds
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|fauna2desc    = Viewed as a strange beast by both the [[Asha]] and the [[Allorn Empire]], this native Ithanian species is rarely, if ever, interacted with by any being outside of its own species. Later into the time of the Allorn Empire, the beast became symbolic of Ithania itself, subsequently causing their image became a standard architectural feature. In the years since the [[Cataclysm]], the animal has retreated deeper into the Ithanian forests they reside in. The creature’s most notable feature is its inability to fit into neither avian nor mammalian, simply defined as a feline head connected to a bird-like body. Today, they are most commonly seen set in stone as a minor animal in the pantheon of architectural symbolism the highly cultured Ithanians make use of though some Ithanian nobles do seek the challenge of hunting down this beast.
|fauna2desc    = Viewed as a strange beast by both the [[Asha]] and the [[Allorn Empire]], this native Ithanian species is rarely, if ever, interacted with by any being outside of its own species. Later into the time of the Allorn Empire, the beast became symbolic of Ithania itself, subsequently causing their image became a standard architectural feature. In the years since the [[Cataclysm]], the animal has retreated deeper into the Ithanian forests they reside in. The creature’s most notable feature is its inability to fit into neither avian nor mammalian, simply defined as a feline head connected to a bird-like body. Today, they are most commonly seen set in stone as a minor animal in the pantheon of architectural symbolism the highly cultured Ithanians make use of though some Ithanian nobles do seek the challenge of hunting down this beast.


|fauna3    =  
|fauna3    = [[Baente]]
|fauna3desc    =  
|fauna3desc    = The Baente is an enormous species of crane native to the [[Sihai]] continent of [[Zhong]], and one of its most revered animals. The animal has had portions of its population domesticated for centuries, and while these mounts are unable to fly with the weight of people on their backs, they still present an elegant terrestrial ride for those who make use of them. The War of the Weeds, fought between 250 to 238 BC, led to populations being low in number and scattered into isolated regions. While the animal has been taking time to recover since this disaster, the governments of [[The Zhong Kingdoms]] have made sure to let all know: if you harm any Baente, you will answer to high justice.


|fauna4    =  
|fauna4    =  
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|fauna1desc    = Long, with a savage toothy maw and an equally powerful tail, the Saltwater Snapper is a crocodile of large proportions and infamous reputation, known to inhabit the waters of [[Hadaria]], [[Sendrass]], and the coastline of [[Teled Methen]]. Known to be quick to temper and constantly hungry, Saltwater Snappers are symbols of ambition and ferocity but also of the [[Cro-Allar]] who share many features with these wild beasts.
|fauna1desc    = Long, with a savage toothy maw and an equally powerful tail, the Saltwater Snapper is a crocodile of large proportions and infamous reputation, known to inhabit the waters of [[Hadaria]], [[Sendrass]], and the coastline of [[Teled Methen]]. Known to be quick to temper and constantly hungry, Saltwater Snappers are symbols of ambition and ferocity but also of the [[Cro-Allar]] who share many features with these wild beasts.


|fauna2     = [[Sweet Water Snapper]]
|fauna2    = [[Longtail Croque]]
|fauna2desc    = The Sweet Water Snapper is a large species of reptile and a medium-sized crocodilian native to the wildlands of [[Essalonia]]. They have been known to the region’s colonists since the earliest days, but unlike the [[Kelp]] and [[Maerrow]], similarly reptilian predators of the region, the Sweet Water Snapper has an intrinsic value that is easy to access. Its meat is fine and even tasty when consumed, while its pelt is useful, and according to Ithanians, “stylish.” They have remained relatively populous as a result, hunted out of the major waterways used for regional transportation, but allowed to dominate the shady, out of way swamps and rivers that crisscross Essalonia.
|fauna2desc     = The Longtail Croque is an aquatic reptile indigenous to [[Ithania]]. It has been part of that region’s history since the [[Dewamenet Empire]], where it harassed the [[Asha]] people and was possibly tied to their ancient religion. With the rise of the [[Altalar]] and later [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]], the creature was actively hunted out of the major waterways of the nation to help maintain the peaceful culture Ithanians are known for. The animal is notable for its long tail, its “pack” societies as well as regional colorations and gender populations.
 
|fauna3   = [[Longtail Croque]]
|fauna3desc     = The Longtail Croque is an aquatic reptile indigenous to [[Ithania]]. It has been part of that region’s history since the [[Dewamenet Empire]], where it harassed the [[Asha]] people and was possibly tied to their ancient religion. With the rise of the [[Altalar]] and later [[Ithanian]] [[Ailor]], the creature was actively hunted out of the major waterways of the nation to help maintain the peaceful culture Ithanians are known for. The animal is notable for its long tail, its “pack” societies as well as regional colorations and gender populations.


|fauna4    =  
|fauna4    =  
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|fauna1    = [[Ghor Ka Bloodscale]]
|fauna1    = [[Ghor Ka Bloodscale]]
|fauna1desc    = The Ghor Ka Bloodscale are a strange race of animalistic lizardmen that fall behind the line of an intelligent race. Most likely a failure of [[Al-Allar]] alchemical manipulation of their own race long ago, these creatures now live in the wilds in tribes made up of their family. They’re known not only for their creation of simple tools but also for their ability to be turned into simple servants in the halls of Digmaan and other wealthy [[Allar]]. Fiercely territorial, anyone who crosses into their land will be quickly be met with an assault of stones and teeth.
|fauna1desc    = The Ghor Ka Bloodscale is a species of diminutive lizardmen that fall behind the line of an intelligent [[Race]]. Most likely a failure of [[Allar]] alchemical manipulation of their own Race long ago, these creatures now live in the wilds in tribes made up of their immediate family. They’re known not only for their creation of simple tools but also for their ability to be turned into menial servants in the halls of the wealthy in [[Hadar]] society. Fiercely territorial, these lizardmen will assault anyone who crosses into their land with stones and teeth.


|fauna2    = [[Green Lizard]]
|fauna2    = [[Green Lizard]]
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|fauna6    = [[Nerrilisk]]
|fauna6    = [[Nerrilisk]]
|fauna6desc    = A horse with a scaled body and serpentine head with a vile gaze, the Nerrilisk was only recently discovered by non-[[Slizzar]]. Strange in form, considering its rather non-reptilian proportions, the creature also has a strange power; when an individual is caught in its stare, they can no longer see the Nerrilisk or its rider. Perfect for the stealthy, manipulative Slizzar, the animal recently suffered a precipitous drop in population as a result of the anti-[[Naylar]] fervor that swept the [[Regalian Empire]] as a result of the [[Chrysant War]], and the [[Allar’s]] own turn against their former allies. Rare, but likely still a common factor in Slizzar society, the Nerrilisk is an enigma with few questions having any solid answers.
|fauna6desc    = A horse with a scaled body and serpentine head with a vile gaze, the Nerrilisk was only recently discovered by non-[[Slizzar]]. Strange in form, considering its rather non-reptilian proportions, the creature also has a strange power; when an individual is caught in its stare, they can no longer see the Nerrilisk or its rider. Perfect for the stealthy, manipulative Slizzar, the animal recently suffered a precipitous drop in population as a result of the anti-[[Allar]] fervor that swept the [[Regalian Empire]] as a result of the [[Chrysant War]], and the [[Allar’s]] own turn against their former allies. Rare, but likely still a common factor in Slizzar society, the Nerrilisk is an enigma with few questions having any solid answers.
 
|fauna7    = [[Khunma]]
|fauna7desc    = The Khunma is a rare variety of steed found in [[The Far East]] with a combination of mammalian and reptilian traits said to originate from their draconic origins as gifts from the [[Loong Dragon]]s. Well adapted to a variety of climates, the Khunma has also diversified in coloration over the millennia it has had to spread across the distant homelands of the [[Sihai]]. Most favored by warriors and the rugged of society due to its naturally fierce face and temperamental nature, the Khunma is quite the sight for the unprepared and is certain to leave a lasting impression.
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|fauna2    = [[Tylossare Snapper]]
|fauna2    = [[Tylossare Snapper]]
|fauna2desc    = The Tylossare Snapper is a species of turtle native to [[Essalonia]], where it existed undisturbed for centuries. Named for its perceived harsh bite, the animal has been hunted and eaten by colonists as a result. Though its population has survived the once intense focus from the newest arrivals to Essalonia, their numbers in the wild have dwindled near settled areas.
|fauna2desc    = The Tylossare Snapper is a species of turtle native to [[Essalonia]], where it existed undisturbed for centuries. Named for its perceived harsh bite, the animal has been hunted and eaten by many over the years as a result. Though its population has survived the once intense focus from waves of new arrivals to Essalonia, their numbers in the wild have dwindled near settled areas.


|fauna3    = [[Great Bog Snapper]]
|fauna3    = [[Great Bog Snapper]]
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|fauna7    = [[Kelp]]
|fauna7    = [[Kelp]]
|fauna7desc = Cunning and deceitful, the Kelp of [[Aloria]] were only recently discovered by the colonial regions of the [[Regalian Empire]] in [[Essalonia]]. Prone to taking on magical guises, they are notorious for luring their victims to secluded places and killing them via drowning. They predominantly dwell in underwater caves, away from the outside world and were once confused for Maiar until this fact was cleared up by the Maiar race itself. Kelp are rare and fascinating, but a person should take the utmost care when in contact with these creatures.
|fauna7desc = Cunning and deceitful, the Kelp of [[Aloria]] were only recently confirmed as real by scholars of the [[Regalian Empire]] journeying to [[Essalonia]]. Prone to taking on magical guises, they are notorious for luring their victims to secluded places and drowning them. They predominantly dwell in underwater caves, away from the outside world, but are carnivorous hence their need to hunt, though they more commonly seek out fish rather than people. Kelp are rare and fascinating, but a person should take the utmost care when in contact with one.


|fauna8  = [[Maerrow]]
|fauna8  = [[Maerrow]]
|fauna8desc = The Maerrow are small, [[Maiar]]-like fishpeople that hail from [[Essalonia]]. These carnivorous beings are known to steal the bounty of fishermen on the ocean and in rivers for themselves while also hunting down singular or small groups of targets. They are also known for their hideous, tooth filled grins which they maintain throughout their lives. Figures of malice in [[Colonial]] culture, it is likely that they will go extinct in the coming years if they maintain their low population density, spread across the waterways of Essalonia.
|fauna8desc = The Maerrow are small fish-people that hail from [[Essalonia]]. These carnivorous beings are known to steal the bounty of fishermen on the ocean and in rivers for themselves while also hunting down singular or small groups of targets. They are also known for their hideous, tooth-filled grins which they maintain throughout their lives. Figures of malice to the local [[Velheim]], they will most likely go extinct in the coming years if they maintain their low population density, largely centered on the central waterways of Veløya in western Essalonia.


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|fauna9    =  
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|fauna2desc    = The Effhlekh Salamander is a mysterious jewel of [[Farah’deen]], an amphibian that makes it’s home in desert-covered lands with little water, and an animal that is of particular fascination to [[Qadir]] engineers. This salamander makes its home in the oases and on the coasts of Farah’deen, though the scarcity of water and its inhospitable habitat have begun to wear down its population. Documented even before the [[Great Storm]], this amphibian has been a part of Farah’deen’s history for centuries. One of the most interesting parts about this salamander is it’s color-shifting skin in the presence of high concentrations of [[Binral Essence]], a trait that has surrounded species in superstition. Despite the population decline in the wild, the Effhlekh Salamander remains a mysterious link to the past and is often now found in captivity as an exotic pet.
|fauna2desc    = The Effhlekh Salamander is a mysterious jewel of [[Farah’deen]], an amphibian that makes it’s home in desert-covered lands with little water, and an animal that is of particular fascination to [[Qadir]] engineers. This salamander makes its home in the oases and on the coasts of Farah’deen, though the scarcity of water and its inhospitable habitat have begun to wear down its population. Documented even before the [[Great Storm]], this amphibian has been a part of Farah’deen’s history for centuries. One of the most interesting parts about this salamander is it’s color-shifting skin in the presence of high concentrations of [[Binral Essence]], a trait that has surrounded species in superstition. Despite the population decline in the wild, the Effhlekh Salamander remains a mysterious link to the past and is often now found in captivity as an exotic pet.


|fauna3    = [[Phlarkie]]
|fauna3    = [[Phalarkis]]
|fauna3desc    = While the cities of [[Etosil]] often come alive at night with the flickering of hundreds of candles, the hills and pastures of the countryside are often speckled with the glowing embers of the Phlarkie. A small amphibian with a natural affinity for fire, Phlarkies have a natural combustible compound that is created in a special organ located in their back. They were originally discovered when the first settlers arrived in Etosil, who were drawn to the mysterious lights that dotted the rocky terrain, only to find a bizarre six legged creature that was warm to the touch. Phlarkies are found across Etosil, found even in farmer’s homes as they lie among the embers of the hearth. They do not bother local citizens much more than simply being in the way and they do a wonderful job keeping the bugs away. Etosians have come to appreciate their little companions, and because of that, the Phlarkie is often considered one of the symbols of Etosil.
|fauna3desc    = The Phalarkis is a medium-sized amphibian native to [[Etosil]], the arid landmass home to many unique forms of wildlife. However, the Phalarkis has been described as the strangest, as it possesses six limbs, a coat of glowing green inedible slime, and a love for fire. They were first discovered by the [[Altalar]] during the waning years of the [[Allorn Empire]] and have since grown to live alongside the [[Ailor]] which largely populate the region. They are kept as pets by some but the majority live in the wilds, and will likely thrive for many years to come.


|fauna4    = [[Axolotl]]
|fauna4    = [[Axolotl]]
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|fauna1    = [[Flats Glider]]
|fauna1    = [[Flats Glider]]
|fauna1desc    = Large yet swift in the water, the Flats Glider is both a prized and dreaded catch for any fisherpeople of the [[New Ceardian Colonies]]. Found in freshwater tidal and mudflats of the continent, the Flats Glider is a large freshwater stingray notorious for its size and near-extinction at the hands of overeager colonists who began flooding to [[Essalonia]] in 240 AC. They remain rare, their careful cycle of reproduction heavily disrupted by the arrival of outsiders who have slowly begun to vilify them, as their dangerous stingers, while a defensive measure, is debilitating if not lethal to those that are struck by them. Their future is uncertain, but the desire for their meat remains strong, and some believe it is only a matter of time before they vanish from the fresh, raw lands of Essalonia.
|fauna1desc    = Large yet swift in the water, the Flats Glider is both a prized and dreaded catch for any fisherpeople of Veløya in [[Essalonia]]. Found within the large island’s mudflats, the Flats Glider is a large freshwater stingray notorious for its size and near-extinction at the hands of [[Ailor]] around 240 AC. They remain a rare species, their careful cycle of reproduction heavily disrupted by the arrival of outsiders who have slowly begun to vilify them, as their dangerous stingers, while a defensive measure, is debilitating if not lethal to those that are struck by them. Their future is uncertain, but the desire for their meat remains strong, and some believe it is only a matter of time before they vanish from the island.


|fauna2    = [[Fairfin Fish]]
|fauna2    = [[Fairfin Fish]]
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|fauna4    = [[Ksai Fish]]
|fauna4    = [[Ksai Fish]]
|fauna4desc    = The Ksai Fish is a species of [[Fish]] native to [[Dexai]] in the [[Far East]], where it has been used by the [[Sihai]] [[Race]] for centuries as both a source of food and decoration. Over their time in captivity, their coloration has been altered into a range of vivid, pleasing hues, and those who have escaped into wild populations have carried these spots of color with them. With the desire for goods from the Sihai homeland increasing, and more Sihai leaving said homeland to explore the outside world, Ksai Fish are shipped abroad and traded with increased frequency, making them a common sight to those surrounded either by Sihai or Sihai things.
|fauna4desc    = The Ksai Fish is a species of [[Fish]] native to the lands of [[The Far East]], n used by the [[Sihai]] [[Race]] for centuries as both a source of food and decoration. Over their time in captivity, their coloration has been altered into a range of vivid, pleasing hues, and those who have escaped into wild populations have carried these spots of color with them. With the desire for goods from the Sihai homeland increasing and more Sihai leaving said homeland to explore the outside world, Ksai Fish are shipped abroad and traded with increased frequency, making them a common sight to those surrounded either by Sihai or Sihai commodities.


|fauna5    = [[Kalmian Spineback]]
|fauna5    = [[Kalmian Spineback]]
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|fauna5desc    = A common sight among the aquatic wildlife in [[Essalonia]], the Staryon Starfish is truly one of a kind. This little invertebrate comes in a variety of colors which all depend on the temperature of their habitat and the composition of their diet. Although they have a relatively short and uninteresting history in the eyes of most scholars, the Staryon has a special place on the coasts of Essalonian states and the waters surrounding it. The Staryon can also be used to produce vibrant dyes but many of these are only available to merchants of the Songaskian Masaya and insular states, making them rare in other areas of [[Aloria]]. Many scholars in the field of aquaculture continue to study the Staryon and its remarkable ability to convert different materials into a natural dye.
|fauna5desc    = A common sight among the aquatic wildlife in [[Essalonia]], the Staryon Starfish is truly one of a kind. This little invertebrate comes in a variety of colors which all depend on the temperature of their habitat and the composition of their diet. Although they have a relatively short and uninteresting history in the eyes of most scholars, the Staryon has a special place on the coasts of Essalonian states and the waters surrounding it. The Staryon can also be used to produce vibrant dyes but many of these are only available to merchants of the Songaskian Masaya and insular states, making them rare in other areas of [[Aloria]]. Many scholars in the field of aquaculture continue to study the Staryon and its remarkable ability to convert different materials into a natural dye.


|fauna6    =
|fauna6    = [[Mewnes]]
|fauna6desc =  
|fauna6desc = The Mewnes is a species of soft coral that dominates the coastal waters around the [[Ashal Islands]]. Its history is unknown, but its role in modern history cannot be ignored. It extrudes the light, and weavable Elast threads, used by the Asha locals to create the fabrics of [[Elastan]] and [[Peltastan]], which are breathable and elastic fabrics widely used by the [[Asha]] and other [[Cultures]] and [[Races]] who trade with them. The Mewnes itself is colored a vibrant clash of pale yellow and blue and is known to be visually impressive, and equally known to impress those who view it.


|fauna7    =
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|fauna2    = [[Whale Crab]]
|fauna2    = [[Whale Crab]]
|fauna2desc    = For as long as [[Alorians]] have been sailors, they have told tales of a leviathan that could tear apart a [[Altalar Peth’sella]] in the blink of an eye. The Whale Crab is the largest known crustacean in [[Aloria,]] and it is due to this size that it has become the subject of maritime folklore. They are said to have terrorized seafarers for millennia, across [[Cultures]] and even Civilizations. The Whale Crab has been the source of much speculation, from the ordinary mariner to the trained scholar, and whether argued to be real or mythical, it will continue to haunt the seafarers of Aloria.
|fauna2desc    = For as long as [[Alorians]] have been sailors, they have told tales of a leviathan that could tear apart a [[Altalar Peth’sella]] in the blink of an eye. The Whale Crab is the largest known crustacean in [[Aloria]], and it is due to this size that it has become the subject of maritime folklore. They are said to have terrorized seafarers for millennia, across [[Cultures]] and even Civilizations. The Whale Crab has been the source of much speculation, from the ordinary mariner to the trained scholar, and whether argued to be real or mythical, it will continue to haunt the seafarers of Aloria.


|fauna3    =  
|fauna3    = [[Verdmer Crab]]
|fauna3desc    =  
|fauna3desc    = The Verdmer Crab is a small species of crab native to the tropical and warm waters of [[Corontium]] regions and eastern coastlines in [[Daen]]. The creature has been enjoyed for its meat and gleaming shell for many years but also has a few other notable features. Its shell becomes blighted with age, the clear gleaming greens transmuting to be splotched with patterns of whites as it continues into its mature adult life.


|fauna4    =  
|fauna4    = [[Hadar Island Crab]]
|fauna4desc    =  
|fauna4desc    = The Hadar Island Crab is a diverse species of freshwater, land-favoring crab native to the tropical islands of [[Hadar]]. First silently observed by the [[Slizzar]] in their long history with the region, the arrival of the [[Allar]] saw several species reduced in number or undergo population shifts. The [[Chrysant War]] devastated these populations further, and while they are rapidly recovering, continued regional tensions will likely see the crustaceans take another hit. Their most common visual trait are its sunken eyes, matched with a diverse range of colored carapaces alongside narrow, tight-pinching claws as well as a territorial streak.


|fauna5    =  
|fauna5    =  
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|fauna14    = [[Bugutza]]
|fauna14    = [[Bugutza]]
|fauna14desc = The Bugutza is a creature very few Regalians would like to consider exists on [[Aloria]], namely because of how disgusting it is. A large grub creature the size of a man’s arm, the insect has been a source of food for the [[Naylar]] inhabitants of [[Hadaria]] for years, making it an integral part of their cuisine. Surprisingly, despite the [[Chrysant War]], this bug is still prosperous and is also known to be easy to find after a rainfall.
|fauna14desc = The Bugutza is a creature very few Regalians would like to consider exists on [[Aloria]], namely because of how disgusting it is. A large grub creature the size of a man’s arm, the insect has been a source of food for the [[Allar]] inhabitants of [[Hadaria]] for years, making it an integral part of their cuisine. Surprisingly, despite the [[Chrysant War]], this bug is still prosperous and is also known to be easy to find after a rainfall.


|fauna15    = [[Farah’deen Dune Worm]]
|fauna15    = [[Farah’deen Dune Worm]]
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|fauna17    = [[Hadarian Beetle]]
|fauna17    = [[Hadarian Beetle]]
|fauna17desc = Hadarian Beetles are over-sized insects treated as a common delicacy to the [[Allar]] and [[Slizzar]]. The insect emerged from the depths of [[Hadar]] during the last [[Void Invasion]], sprouting from the earth and remaining topside as the archipelago formed around them. During the foundation of the [[Essa Empire]], the beetle became renown as a Naylar delicacy and was widely consumed. With the fall of the Essa Empire the Hadarian Beetle's population in the wild has doubled since what it once was. The animal is most common in the eastern regions of the island chain today, with the more recent use as a carnival oddity. When prompted with food, the insect can perform simple tasks such as pushing and pulling small items and this is often done for the amusement of others.
|fauna17desc = Hadarian Beetles are over-sized insects treated as a common delicacy to the [[Allar]] and [[Slizzar]]. The insect emerged from the depths of [[Hadar]] during the last [[Void Invasion]], sprouting from the earth and remaining topside as the archipelago formed around them. During the foundation of the [[Essa Empire]], the beetle became renown as a Allar delicacy and was widely consumed. With the fall of the Essa Empire the Hadarian Beetle's population in the wild has doubled since what it once was. The animal is most common in the eastern regions of the island chain today, with the more recent use as a carnival oddity. When prompted with food, the insect can perform simple tasks such as pushing and pulling small items and this is often done for the amusement of others.


|fauna18    = [[Wasp]]
|fauna18    = [[Wasp]]
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|fauna25    = [[Fâraknud]]
|fauna25    = [[Fâraknud]]
|fauna25desc = Little is known about what lies in the lands of Gana-Eeshtar, but the Fâraknud are one of the creatures that have made their debut known to those who live above ground. They fascinated the eyes of those that saw them for the first time due to their rock-like appearance and magma-like interior, bringing up the question as to what their nature was. These odd creatures, now identified as beetle-like insects, were first found by [[Dwarven]] miners five centuries before the [[Cataclysm]]. Their reputation has bounced back and forth as to whether or not they were harmful to Dwarven society, but they have been accepted into all societies since then. Today, they serve as untamed creatures that can be found in the deep underground of the known Dwarven Holds, or in the possession of eccentrics or blacksmiths that have sought them out.
|fauna25desc = Little is known about what lies in the lands of Gana-Eeshtar, but the Fâraknud are one of the creatures that have made their debut known to those who live above ground. They fascinated the eyes of those that saw them for the first time due to their rock-like appearance and magma-like interior, bringing up the question as to what their nature was. These odd creatures, now identified as beetle-like insects, were first found by [[Dwarven]] miners five centuries before the [[Cataclysm]]. Their reputation has bounced back and forth as to whether or not they were harmful to Dwarven society, but they have been accepted into all societies since then. Today, they serve as untamed creatures that can be found in the deep underground of the known Dwarven Holds, or in the possession of eccentrics or blacksmiths that have sought them out.
|fauna26    = [[Black Cloth Butterfly]]
|fauna26desc = The Black Cloth Butterfly is a widely-spread insect native to the [[Regalian Archipelago]], and is well-known to the inhabitants of the region. First recorded by the [[Altalar]] and later the ancient [[Ailor]] peoples which dotted the landmasses, the Black Cloth Butterly enjoys temperate zones and is easily recognisable by its thin, rounded, near-black wings which give the air of some exotic cloth propelling them through the air. The [[Breizh]] found the insects unique for their visual beauty but also dark color scheme, and they became important to the [[Culture]]’s celebration known as the Feil od Papillenuit. It is their mesmerizing visual look and their key role in Breizh Culture that makes the Black Cloth Butterfly a commonly known, popular insect.
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|title = Arachnids
|title = Arachnids


|fauna1    = [[Giant Drow Spider]]
|fauna1    = [[Giant Spider]]
|fauna1desc    = While the [[Giant Spider]] of [[Fendarfelle]] may inspire terror in the average adventurer, the Giant Drow Spider is a terror of an entirely different sort. The result of direct intervention from the [[Archdemon]], the Giant Drow Spider is a twisted variant of its Fendarfelle cousin. While not as common as some of the other corrupted fauna of [[Drowda]], this is rarely viewed as a problem - a Giant Drow Spider is certainly not something you would want to go searching for.  
|fauna1desc    = The Giant Spider has terrified many people for decades and was originally widespread across the north and west of [[Aloria]] until the [[Cataclysm]], which isolated them to only two continents. They are certainly not an ideal creature to encounter for arachnophobes, well-known for their venom and varied dens, living in web-dense trees, tunnels beneath the earth, and mountain cave systems. They are also the feature of many horror stories among the [[Colonial Charters]] of [[Fendarfelle]], but with the rise of [[Bone Horror]]s, many Giant Spider populations close to the coastline have seen a drastic reduction as they suffer at the hands of these undead beasts.


|fauna2    = [[Triton Scorpide]]
|fauna2    = [[Triton Scorpide]]
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|fauna3desc    = Ekhton Rafiquas are small arachnids originally from the deserts of [[Farah’deen]] and were first discovered by the [[Qadir]] centuries ago. The animals are considered by some to be the inspiration for [[Soul Spiders]] invented by the Qadir but have older, mythical origins in the former Qadir religious beliefs. They are odd arachnids as they cannot spin webs, lack venom, but are targeted nonetheless as pests by many [[Songaskians]].
|fauna3desc    = Ekhton Rafiquas are small arachnids originally from the deserts of [[Farah’deen]] and were first discovered by the [[Qadir]] centuries ago. The animals are considered by some to be the inspiration for [[Soul Spiders]] invented by the Qadir but have older, mythical origins in the former Qadir religious beliefs. They are odd arachnids as they cannot spin webs, lack venom, but are targeted nonetheless as pests by many [[Songaskians]].


|fauna4    = [[Giant Spider]]
|fauna4    = [[Seqherat]]
|fauna4desc     = The Giant Spider is considered one of the most terrifying creatures on the continent of [[Fendarfelle]]. This fact has baffled scholars, since this is true merely because of the fact that is a Giant Spider, and not really considerate of the fact that it is dangerous. Although creatures like [[Kyanprat]] and other, much larger, fauna are the source of many horror stories and tribulations, the Giant Spider is often the go-to for many novellas and tall tales. Even in comparison to the rest of Fendarfelle’s native fauna, the Giant Spider is a classically terrifying beast for most any Alorian.
|fauna4desc    = It is rumored that the [[Asha]] of the [[Dewamenet Empire]] rode the backs of scorpions the size of mountains, terrible beasts that could breathe fire, pierce city walls with their stingers, and tear even the strongest of lines of soldiers asunder with their claws. The Seqherat of today are not that, though the scuttling sand striders are still renowned and often feared by those who would be enemies to the Asha. Found only in the [[Ashal Isles]] and around [[Asha States]], these giant scorpions are tamed by the Asha and the Asha alone, mostly used as war mounts, and sometimes as beasts of burden or pets.
 
|fauna5    = [[Seqherat]]
|fauna5desc   = It is rumored that the [[Asha]] of the [[Dewamenet Empire]] rode the backs of scorpions the size of mountains, terrible beasts that could breathe fire, pierce city walls with their stingers, and tear even the strongest of lines of soldiers asunder with their claws. The Seqherat of today are not that, though the scuttling sand striders are still renowned and often feared by those who would be enemies to the Asha. Found only in the [[Ashal Isles]] and around [[Asha States]], these giant scorpions are tamed by the Asha and the Asha alone, mostly used as war mounts, and sometimes as beasts of burden or pets.
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|fauna4desc = The Neefaar are strange creatures with an unknown origin who were the first of [[Estel’s]] plant-based heralds to arrive into the lands of the [[Allorn Empire]]. But, they were ignored, and soon hated for what later messengers enacted, and some even fell into the arms of the [[Kathar]] who warped them into corrupted reflections of their former selves. Following the [[Wildering]], the birth of the [[Yanar]], the Neefaar attached themselves to this plantlike [[Race]], while also remaining in service to the Kathar. Considered rare among the creatures of the world, the Neefaar are truly living relics, especially those purported to be from the era before the [[Cataclysm]], yet they are not time capsules of information so many likely would wish them to be. Instead, they are stoic, and some would say broken, remnants of a previous age.
|fauna4desc = The Neefaar are strange creatures with an unknown origin who were the first of [[Estel’s]] plant-based heralds to arrive into the lands of the [[Allorn Empire]]. But, they were ignored, and soon hated for what later messengers enacted, and some even fell into the arms of the [[Kathar]] who warped them into corrupted reflections of their former selves. Following the [[Wildering]], the birth of the [[Yanar]], the Neefaar attached themselves to this plantlike [[Race]], while also remaining in service to the Kathar. Considered rare among the creatures of the world, the Neefaar are truly living relics, especially those purported to be from the era before the [[Cataclysm]], yet they are not time capsules of information so many likely would wish them to be. Instead, they are stoic, and some would say broken, remnants of a previous age.


|fauna5    = [[Nenya]]
|fauna5    = [[Va'sil Tree]]
|fauna5desc = The Nenya emerged in the final days of the [[Allorn Empire]], heralds of nature leading the [[Grul-Yanar]] in a violent attack against the [[Altalar]]. They soon fell due to the [[Night of the Fallen Star]], but their impact has been felt for the past three centuries, given the mystery they have invoked. While the Emissaries of [[Estel]] are considered extinct, rumors have existed for decades of Nenya alive in the distant reaches of [[Ithania]], and for some, in the underground depths of the [[City of Regalia]].
|fauna5desc = Vasil Trees emerged in the final days of the [[Allorn Empire]], who looked like trees and served as heralds of nature leading the [[Grul-Yanar]] in a violent attack against the [[Altalar]]. They soon fell due to the [[Night of the Weeping Stars]], but their impact has been felt for the past three centuries, given the mystery they have invoked. While the Emissaries of [[Estel]] are considered extinct, rumors have existed for decades of Va’sil alive in the distant reaches of [[Ithania]], and for some, in the underground depths of the [[City of Regalia]].


|fauna6    = [[Temple Orphan]]
|fauna6    = [[Temple Orphan]]
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|fauna8    =[[Bone Horror]]
|fauna8    =[[Bone Horror]]
|fauna8desc = Bone Horrors did not exist beyond the nightmares of the common folk until a year ago. While Undead do exist on [[Aloria]], they are rarely as fast or as murderous as stories make them out to be. However, following the Battle of Adelaar Cliffs in the [[Regalia-Arloran War]], the [[Bone Horror Crisis]] began. A worldwide event, it saw all rotting flesh and bones on several continents coalesce into creatures known as Bone Horrors. Filled with a mindless hatred for the living and even the [[Undead]], these creatures did considerable damage to multiple nations and their people. An unknown magical event rendered them killable while simultaneously, [[Qadir]] mechanists crafted new weapons to defeat the monsters, turning the tide against them. Today, Bone Horrors still survive in pockets throughout the world, always on the move toward the living.
|fauna8desc = Bone Horrors did not exist beyond the nightmares of the common folk until a year ago. While Undead do exist on [[Aloria]], they are rarely as fast or as murderous as stories make them out to be. However, following the Battle of Adelaar Cliffs, the [[Bone Horror Crisis]] began. A worldwide event, it saw all rotting flesh and bones on several continents coalesce into creatures known as Bone Horrors. Filled with a mindless hatred for the living and even the [[Undead]], these creatures did considerable damage to multiple nations and their people. An unknown magical event rendered them killable while simultaneously, [[Qadir]] mechanists crafted new weapons to defeat the monsters, turning the tide against them. Today, Bone Horrors still survive in pockets throughout the world, always on the move toward the living.


|fauna9    = [[Zhirakh]]
|fauna9    = [[Zhirakh]]
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|fauna10    = [[Sufiq]]
|fauna10    = [[Sufiq]]
|fauna10desc = The Sufiq is an ancient, ethereal crane surrounded by the superstitions and traditions of the [[Asha]], often hailed as the soul guide of those moving from one world to the other. Frequently depicted alongside the Sefakhem to guide their hands whilst they are blinded, this creature is steeped in rumor and intrigue passed on from generation to generation by both word of mouth and ancient texts. Whether this bird is truly alive or the result of superstition given physical form is a point of contention for many scholars, as some are so steeped in their secrecy surrounding the Blades of the Passed’s history that they simply cannot come to a proper conclusion.  
|fauna10desc = The Sufiq is an ancient, ethereal crane surrounded by the superstitions and traditions of the [[Asha]], often hailed as the soul guide of those moving from one world to the other. Frequently depicted alongside the Sefakhem to guide their hands whilst they are blinded, this creature is steeped in rumor and intrigue passed on from generation to generation by both word of mouth and ancient texts. Whether this bird is truly alive or the result of superstition given physical form is a point of contention for many scholars, as some are so steeped in their secrecy surrounding the Blades of the Passed’s history that they simply cannot come to a proper conclusion.  
|fauna11    = [[Qarresh]]
|fauna11desc = The Qarresh is one of the strangest “creatures” in [[Aloria]] with many insisting that they are an advanced machine, or calling them one of the greatest products of [[Magic]] known to exist. For the [[Slizzar]] themselves, their sole keepers, they are simply companions, one of the few pieces of home a Slizzar may possess when out and about in the wider world. As the black cube is capable of disguising itself as other [[Mount]]s, it can even aid the Slizzar who owns it by blending in, though it cannot replicate the full extent of their chosen disguises' abilities.
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Revision as of 15:24, 28 May 2022

Aloria is rich in both fauna and flora. This page specifically is dedicated to all recorded, extinct or still living, animals that roam the world of Aloria. All animals are split into their relevant categories. Keep in mind that this list is not final and will be added to when necessary. As a player you may claim one of the animals and try to write a Player Lore Prompt, though remind yourself to consult Lore staff about any relevant descriptions! Anyone is permitted to Roleplay a domesticated feline, canine, or songbird where applicable. For any other wild animal, please consult Lore staff as some animals are too wild and hostile to survive in an urban city like Regalia.

Mammals

Primates

Includes all simians such as monkeys, apes, hominins, lemurs, lorisoids, and tarsiers.


Rodents

Includes animals with two incisor teeth on both the top and bottom of their mouths, such as mice, rats, squirrels, prairie dogs, porcupines, beavers, guinea pigs, hamsters, and capybaras.


Canines

Includes domestic dogs, wolves, foxes, jackals, dingoes.


Felines

Includes domestic cats, tigers, lions, jaguars, and leopards.


Pinnipae

Includes aquatic mammals such as seals, sea Lions, walruses


Equids

Includes four-legged animals such as horses, ponies, donkeys, and zebras.


Bats

Includes bats.


Elephau

Includes elephants, mammoths and other huge land-based mammals.


Marsupials

Includes kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, possums, opossums, wombats, Tasmanian devils, and the recently extinct thylacines


Bovids

Includes bison, buffalo, antelopes, gazelles, sheep, goats, muskoxen, and domestic cattle


Cervids

Includes Deer and Elk


Mustelids

Includes weasel, badger, otter, marten, ferret, mink, stoat, and wolverine


Ursas

Includes bears


Susids

Includes pigs and boars


Leporid

Includes Rabbits and Hares


Cetacean

Includes aquatic mammals such as whales and dolphins.


Birds

Song Birds

Includes innocent birds that like to sing or other varieties of non-predator bird.


Predatory Birds

Includes birds that hunt other fauna.


Sea Birds

Includes birds that spend a lot of time in or around the sea.


High-Altitude Birds

Includes birds that spend long periods of time up high in, close or above the cloud cover.


Flightless Birds

Includes penguins, ostriches, chickens, peacocks, and ground owls.


Gargant Birds

Includes giant/mythical birds.


Reptiles

Saurians

Includes dinosaur-esque reptiles.


Crocodiles

Includes freshwater tropical or saltwater reptiles.


Snakes

Includes all snakes and serpentine creatures.


Lizards

Includes iguanas, geckos and multiple varieties of small or medium sized reptilian life.


Mammal-like Reptiles

Includes reptiles that possess many mammal-like traits.


Marine Reptiles

Includes turtles and other reptiles that live in the water.


Gargant Reptiles

Includes large and otherwise mythical reptiles.


Amphibians

Anura

Includes all frogs and toads.


Salamanders

Includes salamanders, newts, and other lizard-like amphibians.


Fish

Freshwater Fish

Includes all fish who primarily live in freshwater such as ponds, freshwater lakes, rivers and swamps.


Saltwater Fish

Includes all fish who primarily live in saltwater such as oceans, seas and saltwater lakes.


Echinoderms

Includes all coral and starfish.


Crustaceans

Includes all crabs and lobsters.


Arthropods

Insects

Includes all invertebrate bugs such as beetles, bees, ants, and more.


Arachnids

Includes all joint-legged invertebrate animals such as spiders and scorpions.


Mollusca

Includes all snails, slugs, squids, and octopi.


Magus

Includes mythical, magical and unique creatures.