Kerodats

Kerodats are rare creatures that occasionally stalk the night sky. They wander the skies in search of something visible and swoop in, eating and consuming it. These creatures have been known to engage Humans from time to time, so it is important to stay out of sight during the night whilst in an open field, or close to a fire. They typically prey, if not on animals, then on Goblins, so they can be a nice sight if in an ambush.

  Kerodats look very similar to a purple bird, but with a stranger skeletal structure and metal tips on half of the appendages. They also have a pair of bat wings on their head that they likely use for stability. 
They typically reside around Kerbia or the badlands, or even Gertrudia. The reason that they are in Kerbia is because of nests in the Erestrian mountains, but typically avoid going over the mountains because of Goblins hunting and eating them. They are said to have a certain magical connection, but this typically is considered a myth, as there is no evidence of such things. 
The metal on their beaks and claws are used to great ability, as they are quite easy to strike with and sink into the flesh with. Quite versatile tools, they have snagged a great many Human and a great many Goblin.

Basic Information

Genetics and Reproduction

These creatures lay one egg every ten years, and it takes around three year to incubate and another ten years to grow into an adult, so it is a long process. However, Kerodats live for long periods of time, so they manage to create a decent amount of offspring during their time on the Earthion.

Dietary Needs and Habits

These creatures are carnivores.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

These creatures' metal claws can not only be used as spare metal but also as potion brewing material.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

These creatures live in and around Kerb, the Badlands, and some of the Gertrudes.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

These creatures have been known to find people and Goblins that are quite well hidden, even through thick layers of fabric and sometimes under trees.

Scientific Name

Daurus Kerodats

Lifespan

160 years on average

Average Weight

These creatures can weight up to 500 pounds.

Average Length

these creatures can be up to 3 yards in length at full maturity.