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'''Classification: | =='''Classification: Bird'''== | ||
*'''Tsiri Bird''' | |||
A species of small song-bird native to the island of Lokesh City. They are on average 2 inches tall with long, intricate tail feathers like a bird of paradise. These tail feathers are usually about 5 to 6 inches long and vibrant with shimmering colour. There are a number of different sub species, each with different colours of plumage, but all are bright and eye-catching. | |||
This bird is now protected by law as it is considered to be a symbol of hope and prosperity. In the past they were hunted almost into extinction to be sold for pets or killed for their incredible plumage. There has never been a successful case of reproduction in captivity by these birds. | |||
=='''Classification: Rodent'''== | |||
*'''Meeka''' | |||
The Meeka is a small rodent-like animal with some traits similar to the terrestrial chicken. It's forelimbs are short and only used for feeding, the Meeka only uses it's long, strong hindlimbs for locomotion. The Meeka is a pure herbavore, feeding on numerous plants. It's favorite seems to be the grain of the Norca plant, making it an enemy of Laudean farmers. Fortunately, they are dumb and quite tasty, making them easy to catch and easy to eat. | The Meeka is a small rodent-like animal with some traits similar to the terrestrial chicken. It's forelimbs are short and only used for feeding, the Meeka only uses it's long, strong hindlimbs for locomotion. The Meeka is a pure herbavore, feeding on numerous plants. It's favorite seems to be the grain of the Norca plant, making it an enemy of Laudean farmers. Fortunately, they are dumb and quite tasty, making them easy to catch and easy to eat. | ||
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=='''Classification: Primate'''== | =='''Classification: Primate'''== | ||
'''Surrilian Monkat''' | *'''Surrilian Monkat''' | ||
These are very rare animals found only in small family groupings. A primate-feline mix in appearance, they are highly developed and are the only creature other than the [[Laudean]]s to have a connection to the Fielding. | These are very rare animals found only in small family groupings. A primate-feline mix in appearance, they are highly developed and are the only creature other than the [[Laudean]]s to have a connection to the Fielding. | ||
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== '''Classification: Marine Life''' == | == '''Classification: Marine Life''' == | ||
'''Claka''' | *'''Claka''' | ||
A crustation, somewhat like shrimp, but much bigger. On average a fully grown claka will be between 2 and 3 feet long and weight in at about 25 pounds. They are harvested in shallow waters near the coastal regions. | A crustation, somewhat like shrimp, but much bigger. On average a fully grown claka will be between 2 and 3 feet long and weight in at about 25 pounds. They are harvested in shallow waters near the coastal regions. | ||
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They are a staple in most Laudean households and can be cooked in a number of different ways. They can even be dehydrated and smoked. One of the most popular ways to serve them is cut up into very tiny pieces and then mixed with mashed savo. Recipe: [[Stuffed Claka]] | They are a staple in most Laudean households and can be cooked in a number of different ways. They can even be dehydrated and smoked. One of the most popular ways to serve them is cut up into very tiny pieces and then mixed with mashed savo. Recipe: [[Stuffed Claka]] | ||
'''Patlaple''' | |||
*'''Patlaple''' | |||
This large sea creature has a small head and long neck widening at the body. It has four flippers and and flat rounded tail. | This large sea creature has a small head and long neck widening at the body. It has four flippers and and flat rounded tail. | ||