Lumirai

Commonly found roosting among the mountain peaks and forest canopies of the Silverlight Isles, the Lumirai (sometimes known as Lumen Owls) are a species of large owls. Widely known for their dark plummage and glowing eyes (which many have likened to the night sky), as well as their minor magical abilities, these nocturnal fliers have captured the fascination of many both within the Isles and beyond, despite their rarity.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Lumirai resemble large owls.

Genetics and Reproduction

Lumirai are egg-laying creatures.

Ecology and Habitats

Lumirai are commonly found in forests and mountains.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Lumirai are carnivorous, preferring to hunt medium-sized mammals and birds.

Additional Information

Domestication

While the Lumirai remain a largely wild species, they have been domesticated in small numbers by the Moon Elves (who consider them to be sacred beasts), with the Great House Elarya in particular being known for training them to be used as mounts and featuring them as their heraldric beast.

Facial characteristics

Lumirai have faces similar to barn owls, with their most striking feature being their glowing white eyes.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Lumirai are most commonly found within forests and mountains of the Silverlight Isles, though a few have been sighted in certain parts of the Elderwood, as well as the forests of Xuria far to the east.

Average Intelligence

Lumirai possess an intelligence at least on par with most humanoids.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Like regular owls, Lumirai have extremely keen eyesight and hearing. Unlike regular owls, however, Lumirai are capable of percieving the Aether in living things, and their eyes are said to have a hypnotic effect.

Lifespan

40 years

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Lumirai commonly have dark-purplish-blue plumage which, combined with their glowing white eyes, have often been compared to the night sky.