Deathhoof
Some creatures of the world are praised and loved for their nuturing ways and their companionship, and even their ability to forge empires, there are always dark portions of the world that hold a dark mirror. Aptly named as the deathhoof, these horses are a product of the abyssal plane reaching through the boundaries and tearing and twisting these magnificent creatures to something...carnivorous. With unmatched speed on the ground, these creatures do not run from predators, they are the predators. With sharp teeth embedded behind the jaws, these animals can strike down, or simply run down and leave a foe tired on the floor in the long plains where they hail from.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Strong and quick like most horses, these hold a particularly large musculature most grazing horse breeds do not have
Biological Traits
Similar life spans to some horses, though a bit shorter due to their run-ins with humanoids defending their livestock
Genetics and Reproduction
Long gestation period through sexual reproduction
Growth Rate & Stages
Quick to run and move about, but long growth periods
Ecology and Habitats
Long open plains
Dietary Needs and Habits
Omnivores, primarily carnivores however
Biological Cycle
Usually dusk or dawn are their heavy hunting periods
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Why the long face?
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Usually long open plains of Taldoria or Aldaria
Average Intelligence
Group hunters, usually herd their prey together
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Strong senses, better sight than their normal horse cousins
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Origin/Ancestry
Abyssal Plane
Lifespan
10-20 cycles
Average Height
15-20 Hands, or 5-6.5 ft at the shoulder
Average Weight
Half a ton or more on average
Average Physique
Brawny and agile
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Fur that varies from long to short depending on the season, and usually darker colors
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