Lorghee

The Lorghee is a large, dangerous eel-like fish known for its aggressive hunting behavior and fearsome reputation. Found along the rocky coastlines of the Mabon Channel and Leviathan Bay, the Lorghee is notorious for its pack-hunting tactics, which make it a significant threat to anyone in the water. Due to the toxicity of its meat, the Lorghee is not fished for food, but its presence has left a lasting impact on local legends and tales of peril at sea.

Physical Appearance

The Lorghee can grow up to eight feet in length, with a long, slender body covered in dark grey, leathery skin. Its eel-like form allows it to maneuver easily among the rocks and crevices of coastal reefs. The Lorghee has sharp, needle-like teeth, used to tear through the flesh of its prey, and small, black eyes that are well-suited for low-light hunting in rocky environments.

Habitat

Lorghee are most commonly found lurking in the rocky coastlines and reefs of the Mabon Channel and Leviathan Bay. These fish prefer areas with dense rock formations, where they can hide and ambush prey. They are usually found in shallow waters near the shore, making them a danger to swimmers and divers. Their preference for rugged, isolated areas means they are rarely encountered by most fishers, though their reputation keeps many away from their hunting grounds.

Behaviour

Lorghee are aggressive pack hunters, often working together to corner and overpower their prey. They are known to hunt smaller fish, sea mammals, and even the occasional unwary swimmer. Their sharp teeth and fast, coordinated attacks make them particularly dangerous to anyone in their territory. Lorghee are nocturnal, doing most of their hunting at night when they can take advantage of their natural stealth and speed.

Geographic Distribution

The Lorghee is found primarily along the coastlines of the Mabon Channel and Leviathan Bay, though they have also been reported in other rocky coastal areas of Helerin. Their range is confined to shallower waters, where they can use the rocky seabed to their advantage during hunting.

Interaction with People

Due to the toxic nature of their meat, Lorghee are not fished for food, and their fearsome reputation keeps most fishermen away from their territories. However, local legends and tales often feature the Lorghee as a symbol of the dangers lurking in the sea, and they are sometimes regarded with a mixture of fear and respect. Swimmers and divers are particularly wary of Lorghee-inhabited waters, where these predators are known to attack without warning.