Mythical Fauna

Among the normal animals roaming around Alemdas, there are those who came from a more mythical variety. These creatures have all been specially created by the gods themselves. Some are said to be direct links to the gods, others are viewed as messengers, and there are those who were simply put on this Earth to do as they so please.

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Chimeras
Made by the Koulla, Chimeras are said to be closely connected to the goddess. A mismatch of various different animals, it's almost as if she couldn't quite decide which beast she liked the best, so she chose them all. These creatures are said to be the messengers of Koulla. Some view them as a sign of the goddess' favor while others see them as a bad omen.

Dragons
Another creation of Koulla, Dragons are highly revered creatures by most. They are a rare creature, rarely ever coming into contact with humans. Dargons all come in one standard form; four legs, long necks, horns jutting out from their skull, a scaled tail that could do serious damage. Some winged, and some not. Though their basic shape is the same, they all look different in their own rights.

Dryads
Protectors of the Northern forests of Adrastea, Dryads are a wonder. Feminine creatures made up of wood, they tend to keep to themselves. There are those who believe they don't even exist! Merely a ghost story to scare children away from the deeper parts of the forests.

Gryphons
A symbol of war and power, Gryphons are often depicted on armor and tapestries around the northerns parts of Alemdas. There are old legends of Adrastea's knights fighting alongside the winged creatures of old. Most are just old wives tales. Truth be told, Gryphons are aggressive creatures. None are too keen on fighting alongside any other than their own.

Kelpies
No one quite knows where Kelpies came from as no god has laid any claim upon them. They lurk beneath the lakes, ponds, and rivers that thread through Soleil, as well as their sea. What is known about Kelpies are said to be just rum-ours as no one has survived an encounter with them.

Unicorns
A equine with a horn spiraling out of their forehead. Their coats are a stark white shade, a pure type of coloring that's hard to miss. They are adorned with a lion like tail and a breaded chin. Created by Reis, they are said to be a good omen.

White Stags
Large elk like creatures. They stand about seven feet tall on average, with a rack -- that from one tip to the other -- stretches across a grand total of twelve feet. These creatures are said to be a creation of the god Judal as a gift to their spouse, Koulla. Because of this, White Stags are said to be a symbol of love and adoration.