Mountainkeeper Roc
In most cases, when a roc is born it is a mountainkeeper roc. They are the most common of their kind, though even then a rare sight. They tend to stay in the wilderness, settling on the mountaintops they take their name after, though more than willing to share with other sapient species as long as they show respect. These rocs rarely demand obedience, just common courtesy.
Personalitywise, they tend to be ambivilant on many subjects and prefer to let the world flow by. Some do develop their own personal interest which they pursue, as a way to fill out time when they aren't resting or hunting. These can range from collecting specific items to investing their time in a local community which they attempt to help. Given their power, this help is often succesful and some rocs have become deity-like figures to the settlements they protect.
If engaged in combat, rocs prefer to get physical rather than using magic, usually starting off with a terrifying dive that lends their strike fearsome power. If that alone doesn't kill their prey, ripping it apart with their viciously sharp talons will usually do it. Only if the target is obviously tough, or proves to be during their engagements, will theystart using more advanced tactics.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Mountainkeeper rocs are massive avians, with two wings, two legs with talons and a body covered in feathers, which usually leans towards brown, dusty colors. On their head is a large beak.
They can fly and like most rocs, are incredibly hardy, can summon crystal armor and inherently speaks the most common languages of their sphere. What sets them apart from other rocs are their talons, which by roc standards are very sharp and durable, allowing them to shred even hardier forms of hide and metal with ease.
Genetics and Reproduction
Mountainkeeper rocs are born as full adults from the world heart. They poses the capacity to engage in intercourse, but purely as a recreational activity.
Ecology and Habitats
Mountainkeeper rocs usually settle in mountainous areas, making a comfortable nest for themselves high up on its slopes. They are protective of this territory and guard it against disasters and other disruptive dangers.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Mountainkeeper rocs are carnivores and hunt large game within their vast territory.
Additional Information
Social Structure
Mountainkeeper rocs are for the most part solitary, only occasionally interacting with others of their kind when their territories happen to border. They interact peacefully with other sapient races as long as they return the respect. Should that respect not be forthcoming, few rocs have qualms about treating them like prey.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Rocs are a rare species, but of them, mountainkeeper rocs are the most common.
Average Intelligence
Mountainkeeper rocs are sapient. Keen eyed and quick on the uptake, they can quickly react to changing circumstances. As solitary beings, they tend not to be academically inclined though.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Mountainkeeper rocs have a decent sense of smell and hearing. Their eyes are incredibly sharp and can pick up a lot of details even at great distances, further helped that no matter the light condition, they see equally well.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Like other rocs, mountainkeeper rocs choose their own name, often formed from words that evoke awesome imagery.
Scientific Name
Magna Avis Montis
Origin/Ancestry
Lifespan
Does not age
Average Height
15-18 meters
Average Weight
90 - 110 tons
Average Physique
Mountainkeeper rocs are far tougher and stronger than the average human capable of going talon-to-claw with dragons. They are also much more agile, easily maneuvering in the air despite their size.
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