Mountainhounds

A demonic beast that scales the mountains of the Demon Realm.

Basic Information

Anatomy

A quadrupedal mammal with digitigrade front paws and unguligrade cloven-hooved back legs. It has a thick, wooly coat and low-hanging jowls. It has spiral-shaped horns, long ears, and a bob tail.

Biological Traits

Male mountainhounds have thicker, more compact horns than their female counterparts.

Genetics and Reproduction

Mountainhounds reproduce sexually with a gestation period of one year.

Growth Rate & Stages

Mountianhounds reach adult size in three years, and sexually maturity at twelve years.

Ecology and Habitats

Mountainhounds live in the mountains, often inhabiting caves.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Mountainhouds are omnivores, mainly feeding on mountain grasses and shrubs but able to supplement with meat when necessary.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Moutainhounds form small packs made of three to four family groups.

Domestication

With the advent of animal husbandry, herds of mountainhounds have been captured to harvest their wool for textiles.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Mountainhound wool is used for cold-weather gear, and mountainous regions harvest them for meat.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Mountainhounds have acute hearing and an excellent sense of smell.

Lifespan

150 years

Average Height

4-5ft

Average Length

4-5ft