Gaffe

These long-legged herbivores were originally found only in the southern jungles of the world. Over the centuries they have been (somewhat) domesticated by the Ei’Lep peoples of Hijr, and used as fast moving mounts. Perfectly at home in the jungles and swamps of their home territories, using their long legs and thick, bouyant torsos to keep their heads well above water, they have also become quite well adapted to travel through the deserts, savannah and badlands of the world.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Resembling tall deer, these brown or black and white skinned creatures naturally live in small herds or family groups. They use their long legs and necks to reach foliage on the ground and shorter trees and bushes, they have also been known to use their hooves and horns to dig for roots and tubers. Their long, strong legs and wide torsos make them ideal for mounts, being easily able to carry an average humanoid rider.

Dietary Needs and Habits

A Gaffe requires little water (only about half a gallon per day), and a moderate amount of food, in the form of grasses, roots, leaves and vines, which can usually be acquired by simple grazing.

Additional Information

Domestication

This species has been domesticated by the Ei’Lep, used as mounts and beasts of burden.

Lifespan

25 - 35 years

Average Height

6 - 8 ft, at the shoulder

Average Weight

300 - 400 lbs

Average Length

5 - 7 ft long, from nose to tail