Elk

The Elk

The Elk is a large animal of the ungulate order, possessing an even number of toes on each foot, similar to those of camels, goats and cattle. It is a ruminant species, with a four-chambered stomach, and feeds on grasses, plants, leaves and bark. During the summer, elk eat almost constantly, consuming between 4 and 7 kilograms (8.8 and 15.4lbs) of vegetation daily. Males are called bulls, and females are called cows.
Elk are more than twice as heavy as mule deer and have a more reddish hue to their hair colouring, as well as large, buff-coloured rump patches and smaller tails. Moose are larger and darker than elk; bulls have distinctively different antlers.
Elk cows average 225 to 241kg (496 to 531lbs), stand 1.3m (4.3ft) at the wither, and are 2.1m (6.9ft) from nose to tail. Bulls are some 40% larger than cows at maturity, weighing an average of 320 to 331kg (705 to 730lbs), standing 1.5m (4.9ft) at the wither and averaging 2.45m (8.0 ft) in length, while large males reach 1.7m (5.6ft) tall at wither and 3m (9.8ft) in length. The Giant Elk are the largest males and are estimated to weigh up to 600kg (1,300lbs), while females weigh 260 to 285kg (573 to 628lbs).

Elk are large herbivores and herd animals similar to Deer, Elk gather in herds, while most moose are solitary beasts. They are common in cold and temperate plains. Elk, Stag's, and Deer are sometimes the animal companions of Druid's or Ranger's.
River Elk are larger and more powerful specimens of elk, generally found in The Northern Wastes (most regions), secluded areas of Elosia, Gondonia, Thracia, and Thentia and throughout Northern Zamoria.

An Elk Herd by wpr

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

They are common in cold and temperate plains.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Herbivore.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

• Meat,
• Milk,
• Hide/Skin,
• Antlers/Bone

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Passive Perception 10.

A Bull Elk by hcn

Origin/Ancestry

Beasts (Elk)

Lifespan

30 to 60 years (Averaging 40 years)

Average Height

Elk cows stand 1.3 m (4.3 ft) at the withers, Bull Elk stand at 1.5 m (4.9 ft) at the withers.

Average Weight

Elk cows average 225 to 241 kg (496 to 531 lb), Bulls are some 40% larger than cows at maturity, weighing an average of 320 to 331 kg (705 to 730 lb).

Average Length

Elk cows are 2.1 m (6.9 ft) from nose to tail, Bull Elk average 2.45 m (8.0 ft) in length.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Elk are more than twice as heavy as mule deer and have a more reddish hue to their hair coloring, as well as large, buff-colored rump patches and smaller tails. Moose are larger and darker than elk; bulls have distinctively different antlers.

Elk CR: 1/4 (50XP)

Large beast, unaligned

Armor Class: 10

Hit Points: 13 (2D10+2)

Speed: 50 ft

STR

16 +3

DEX

10 +0

CON

12 +1

INT

2 -4

WIS

10 +0

CHA

6 -2

Senses: Passive Perception 10.

Challenge Rating: 1/4 (50XP)

Charge

If the elk moves at least 20 Feet straight toward a target and then hits it with a Ram Attack on the same Turn, the target takes an extra 7 (2D6) DAMAGE. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 13 Strength Saving Throw or be knocked Prone.

Actions

Ram

Melee Weapon Attack: +5 To Hit, Reach 5ft, One Target. Hit: 6 (1D6+3) Bludgeoning Damage.

Hooves

Melee Weapon Attack: +5 To Hit, Reach 5ft, One Prone creature. Hit: 8 (2D4+3) Bludgeoning Damage.