Killer Whale

A majestic whale found throughout most of the world's oceans; their absence is a great indicator of stronger and more terrifying creatures dwelling in that part of the ocean. Killer whales are seen as a symbol of power in different cultures, and those who can call them their friends or transform into one are often afforded respect (or given a wide berth).

Pure muscle

Killer whales typically reach 8 meters long and weigh over 6 tons. This size allows them to prey upon not only fish and mammals, but also upon many magical beasts, like bunyips, and stranger creatures like cueros.

Cunning predators

Thanks to their intelligence, killer whales can attack creatures larger or stronger than they are. They can be often spotted using tactics with their companions to lure and knock out their prey or competition.

Strength in numbers

Pods of killer whales can reach up to 50 members, a number that intimidates many other aquatic and aerial predators. They are highly social creatures and will fight to protect any member of the pod as if they themselves had been attacked.

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Killer whales in Oceasile

You won't find me volunteering to go into a vessel that is planned to leave sight of the coastline without a druid who can shift into a killer whale.

— A typical grippli marine

For seaside living gripplis, there's no higher status amongst marines than druids who have companions or can shift into killer whales. This denotes a high level of power and provides a good level of security against a range of circumstances that usually assail sailors on the high seas.

Killer whales in the northern islands

In the islands north of Tiel, killer whales are seen as protective animals, and their essence is called upon by their shamans for protection in many rituals.