Shadow Lions
Dardian: Júkax /juːkhaːks/
Shadow lions are endemic to Darden, a coastal plain in the southwestern part of the continent, where they hunt for wild goats, deer and horses, and occasionally kill livestock in the southern region of Harúnnen. The local Dardians sometimes hunt the lions to show off their bravery, as not only are they fierce but also have an exceptionally tough hide, which can only be pierced with enchanted weapons. Slings are also used to throw magic crystals at them to distract the lions.
Some Dardians believe that their greatest warriors and tribal chiefs reincarnate as shadow lions to test their people, and by defeating one and ritually consuming its meat they are granted the ferocity of a lion and blessings of the ancestors.
Shadow lions are endemic to Darden, a coastal plain in the southwestern part of the continent, where they hunt for wild goats, deer and horses, and occasionally kill livestock in the southern region of Harúnnen. The local Dardians sometimes hunt the lions to show off their bravery, as not only are they fierce but also have an exceptionally tough hide, which can only be pierced with enchanted weapons. Slings are also used to throw magic crystals at them to distract the lions.
Some Dardians believe that their greatest warriors and tribal chiefs reincarnate as shadow lions to test their people, and by defeating one and ritually consuming its meat they are granted the ferocity of a lion and blessings of the ancestors.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Shadow lions resemble the Hill lions of Gysikan, though darker and the males sport a much larger mane. Their remarkably tough hide is an adaptation against the thorn bushes commonly found in Darden.
Additional Information
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Shadow lions are only found in Darden, though historically they were also found in eastern Gysikan.
Shadow lion by Lappalingur
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Their fur and especially mane are darker than those of hill lions
Comments