gryhir

A gryphon (griffin), particularly those used by some elves as mounts for cavalry and aerial scouts.
Gryhir were used extensively in the First Age during the wars against Baugoth. They were invaluable to the elves during the Siege of Níenost.

Additional Information

Domestication

It takes time for gryhir to trust and bond to a handler, and until then the creatures are typically stubborn, or even defiant. But once someone earns their trust, gryhir are enthusiastic learners and are fiercely loyal. Elves treat them more as partners and companions than as beasts of burden.

Average Intelligence

Gryhir are at least as intelligent as dogs and they can learn a variety of actions and cues.