Overview

Created By: Returner

Locations: Southern Idalos, in Desnind and Makubwa Lori (sightings are usually reported near open spaces such as meadows, before the creature dashes for cover in some of the densest parts of the forest)

Native to: Makubwa Lori around Desnind

Rarity: Extremely Rare

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Appearance:

Height: 120cm - 200cm Length: 180cm - 260cm

Slender long body with fur underneath the chin, running from the top of the head and down the neck, covering the whole tail or just end tail and it is also present on the back of the joints on each leg. This fur seems to cover a base layer of soft scales since the older an Ẹtojẹrẹ gets, the fur seems to fall away as if petted of by a palm of a hand, revealing the scales beneath. Usually the scales are of a much radiant shade than the fur itself. For example, fur may be dirty white colored, but scales are of brilliant white. In fact, the colors of the fur are all within the natural color spectrum - from blacks and whites, to greens, browns and even some blues. There has never been a report of pinks, purples and other color that would make it impossible for the animal to camouflage in the forest.

It is extremely rare to see an Ẹtojẹrẹ with antlers but there are rumours of sightings. Usually observed on very old members who are more scale than fur. The presence of these antlers seems to alleviate the status of an Ẹtojẹrẹ into that of nobility.

They also possess fierce looking claws on all 4 of their feet that would be able to tear through flesh like knife through butter. Despite possessing a fearsome set of claws on the front and back legs, they never use them. Almost as if they didn’t know how! The only time an Ẹtojẹrẹ would bear those murder weapons is only if an offspring is in danger. At that point you do not want to be in the mother’s way for she will cut you down even if she were to lose her life over it. They quite frankly...go berserk.

Lifespan and Development:

Ẹtojẹrẹ generally live as per the following - males are loners and only socialise during mating season. Female always stay with their child. If the offspring is female, it will stay with its mother until the mating season when a male would approach at which point the mother and daughter will separate. If it is a male, he will leave the mother during the first mating season he will experience after maturing.

During the mating season, it is not uncommon that a strange ceremony of passing over can be observed. It is when the male would present himself, making guttural noises resembling that of soft, and gentle growling or bubbling as he would bend his front legs to bow to the pair of females. In this way, he can display the flow of his coat, the litheness of his body. The mother would then walk around the male as if assessing if he was a fit enough match for her daughter. If the mother is satisfied the daughter is allowed to approach and the mother usually walks off at that point. If a female is alone, the male still does the same presentation and the lone female walks around him and makes a decision then. If happy with what she sees, she will stay, if not she will walk away. The male can choose to chase and try as many times as it takes before the female gets irritated and displays minor signs of aggression, or the male decides to find his luck elsewhere.

It is reported that this creature can live for hundreds of arcs but usually falls prey to either a predator in the wild or a clever hunter who can track them through the forest quietly enough and release a silent shot for an instant kill. Despite the drive for survival, Ẹtojẹrẹ matures at 17 arcs by which time both genders would have grown to their full size. The gestation period is rather short however, since lone mothers are an easier prey. It lasts only 3 seasons where the offspring when born is usually mere meter long.

Diet:

When it comes to the eating habits of this creature, they are herbivores. They despise meat to the point that if they find a carcass in the forest, they will attempt to cover it in dirt (which is the only other time when they would use their claws).

History:

Ẹtojẹrẹ is a combination of two words - ẹto and jẹrẹ - which together can be roughly translated as Vanishing Promise.

Ẹtojẹrẹ has been in the forest for as long as anyone can remember. It is believed that they are many things - carriers of deceased spirits, magical creatures that can fulfil wishes if captured, guides to hidden treasures. As such, some people would leave ‘offerings’ to these animals in hopes they would win their favour. It is also said that perhaps instead of pursuing an Ẹtojẹrẹ it is better to simply make your wish upon seeing one.

One thing is for sure, however. Since many have tried to capture these beasts in the past and those who were captured were mistreated mainly by non-Sev’ryn races. Ẹtojẹrẹ have grown shy and wary. Yet, they seem to be able to recognize the race of a who is approaching them. They would still run away but they will linger around only a trill longer if they sense a Sevir in their vicinity.

Temperament:

As mentioned above, Ẹtojẹrẹ is an extremely skittish. Having been hunted for its fur, meat, and supposed abilities or even to be simply domesticated, the animal has learnt how to spot anomalies in the forest. With an extremely well developed hearing, it is rumoured that it can hear the grass grow. It is also said to possess a sixth sense for intent. Hence, it will dash for cover at the first hint of an approach by a hostile. But it may linger around if it senses a neutral or a kind creature in its vicinity. The area its sense cover has not yet been determined.

Abilities:

Extremely sensitive hearing - Able to hear and distinguish sounds throughout the forest at what appears to be great distances.

Character judgement - Almost like sixth sense, they know when someone is good or bad and will act accordingly.

Murderous claws - Used rarely, but when baren and in attack, Ẹtojẹrẹ will use its agility to its advantage.

Agility, stealth and speed - Able to move through the forest at incredible speeds quietly. Dodging and dashing, weaving through the trees and all, it appears they know the Lori by hear, know the location of each plant precise ly.