Keras Caribou

The Keras Caribou is a massive strain of the northern deer that ranges from Palestone to The High Tundra. They are considered a sacred animal to the Shorskal, said to be the children of their God Kerakos.

Basic Information

Anatomy

They are a four legged elk like creature, only much more massive in stature. Both males and female of the species grow horns, which can reach an average of twelve feet across. Their bones are surprisingly strong, able to withstand incredible blows before becoming damaged. their fur is thick, extremely soft to the touch, and waterproof.

Ecology and Habitats

Keras Caribou can only be found in the cold northern regions of the continent. Their thick fur prevent them from being able to dwell for any period of time longer than a few weeks anywhere the temperature gets above fifty degrees. They also do not do well in deep forests or anywhere with thick vegetation, as their horns can become entrapped in the growth of vines, trees, and large bushes.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Keras Caribou are entirely vegetarian. In The High Tundra they are known to graze on the moss and lichan than grows beneath the harder packed tracks of snow in the region. They are also known on occasion to dive into the water surrounding the coast and feed on the seaweed found beneath the waves. They are part of the great herd migration that moves into Palestone during its short springtime, where they are known to gorge on fresh greenery, sometimes gaining as much as five hundred extra pounds, nearly half their bodyweight, over the few short months they remain in Palestone before returning to The High Tundra for the rest of the year.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Palestone 
The High Tundra

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

They possess greater hearing than most other species of deer, caribou and elk.

Lifespan

25~ years

Average Height

They stand nearly seven feet at the shoulder, well over nine with head fully raised.

Average Weight

A Keras Caribou buck will weight nearly one thousand five hundred pounds, with a doe being significantly smaller at around nine hundred.

Average Length

Their massive antlers are roughly twelve feet in length, with their body being nearly the same.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Their fur is usually a soft gray in color, with a large white stripe that runs along the back of the creature from nose to tail. Some males of the species are known to molt when in rut and turn completely white in color.

Geographic Distribution

• Palestone