Hydra

A hydra is a type of Wyrm, created by The Fjandi using a Linnorm egg.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Hydras look similar to Linnorms, but they have many heads. They start with five, but they multiply every time one is cut off. They also have two legs instead of arms, which they walk on when on land. 
Hydras have a natural connection to Nature Magic, with proficiency for water-related spells. This connection is weaker than that of a Linnorm, so hydras can't be magical patrons. Like other Wyrms, hydras can take humanoid forms, but they cannot change completely, so their humanoid forms still have some lizard-like traits.

Genetics and Reproduction

Hydras reproduce sexually and are oviparous. Their incubation period is twenty-five years.

Ecology and Habitats

Hydras live in the sea around Aevorea, usually far from the coast. They can survive on land for extended periods of time, but not indefinitely. However, even if they were capable of living on land, Linnorms, who generally hate hydras, would probably kill them if they tried.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Hydras are carnivorous and are somewhat adaptable.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Hydras have exceptional senses of smell and hearing, and are otherwise average.

Civilization and Culture

History

Long ago, The Fjandi, through her followers, managed to acquire a Linnorm's egg. She used this egg, in conjunction with a few other things, to create the first hydras. She wanted to create a creature that would be able to live on land and in the sea interchangeably, and that would be powerful enough to challenge the Greater Wyrms. Unfortunately, this kind of genetic manipulation is not easy, and even getting one egg was practically a miracle, so she only had one chance. Her attempt failed, as the resulting hydras couldn't survive indefinitely on land, and only had the power of a Lesser Wyrm. Because of this, despite still being quite strong, hydras were useless for The Fjandi's army, as using them would provoke the ire of the Linnorms, which considering the relative weakness of hydras, would be disastrous. Like the rest of The Fjandi's failures, the hydras were released into the sea, free to live however they want, as long as they don't interfere with her plans.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

It is common for other Wyrms to look down on hydras due to their origin. Linnorms in particular tend to be offended by the existence of hydras, sometimes even going so far as to deny that they are even a type of Wyrm.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Linnorm

Scientific Name

Lesser Wyrm

Lifespan

Indefinite