Dire Beasts
In the course of Lyranthium's history, the ambient magic has spawned many fearsome creatures, both mundane and mystical. In the former category, and unlucky traveler may find himself encountering not only the usual predators, but also dire animals, who tend to be larger, more aggressive, and occasionally fiendish-looking counterparts to the common beasts of the land. These hulking beasts will sport longer fangs and claws, bony growths on their heads or bodies, and sometimes even baleful red eyes that reflect their malevolence.
Dire beasts are often leftovers from earlier historical periods, or can be the result of magical tinkering or even influenced by the energies of the Lower Planes. They are typically solitary creatures and are thankfully relatively rare in the wild, but stories have been told of dire animals that lead a larger pack of their common counterparts, or being worshipped by primitive peoples as gods.
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