Lesser Species

Larger versions of Trites, though 'trite' can refer to both a trite or an archtrite; the term archtrite refers to the larger breed specifically (like direwolf vs wolf). They were bred to be larger in order to carry the larger species of Orrison-- most notably the rrex. Archtrites are even more difficult to handle due to their size and are relatively rare outside of areas with a high concentration of rrex.

Great Berinath are loyal, clever companions that excel at search and rescue work. Their large paws are able to grapple with rocks and debris, and their rough paw pads and thick skin protect them from the elements. They serve as good long-term mounts for smaller species and can be short-term mounts for larger species. However, their versatility doesn't change their lazy natures. They love nothing more than to burrow in the snow or ground and sleep their time away.

Chimicawa are a gregarious, medium-sized avian species capable of mimicking sounds and voices. While not truly domesticated, their intelligence, vibrant personalities, and colorful plumage makes them popular as pets, especially among the Chimia they traditionally nest alongside. They can be trained to do fairly complex tasks with patience and understanding, though without proper stimulation they will become destructive and irritable.

In the wild, they live in flocks as small as six to greater than sixty individuals. They tend to be very noisy by nature, though without the use of their fysa they are only capable of clicks and hisses.

Small bat-like creatures that can be found anywhere in the wilds. Colonies live in hollow trees or caves. They're omnivourous and use their long tongues to catch bugs and slurp nectar from flowers. These creatures also drink from fysa-tainted water sources. They store this fysa in their bodies, causing their throat pouch to swell as they consume more. Overtime their bodies process the fysa and it's broken down to be used as energy.

Large vulture like birds used for hunting or sending messages. They have bald heads, long trailing tails, shaggy feathers that cover their entire legs and feet, and two claws on each wing. Kirks are often used alongside mockhunds as the latter will flush prey from hiding for the former to more easily catch. In the wild kirks often flock to fellbrochs for a similar mutual benefit.

Fares are bred and kept for eggs and meat. They are semi-domesticated and rather intelligent, being more easily kept by those who treat them well. Their names come from a play on this behavior and their status as a core food item. Specimens sporting more extravagant plumage are said to be more bland in flavor and sometimes are better bred and sold as pets. Fares are technically Ash element, but can barely stir up a breeze to flutter around.

A large and dangerous creature, fellbrochs are large solitary predators that are distant cousins to the domesticated mockhund. Despite its size and power, it tends to shy away from large groups of people if it is not being actively threatened. A hungry fellbroch, however, will not hesitate to hunt a lone chimia, leyr, or human if it comes across one.

A massive, solitary predator native to the harsh arctic climates of the Egg. This feline creature has a split tail with a bioluminescent bulb and a venomous stinger, used to lure prey through the mazes they dig with their shovel-like antlers and lead them into a dead-end and ambush. The heat-sensitive pits on their muzzles and foreheads help them to track the heat given off by their prey across their frozen home.

A small, long, furred creature with an inquisitive nature. It’s long tongue allows it to reach insects hiding in hard to reach crevices and lap the nectar out of long necked flora. They are especially fond of sweet things and can be coaxed easily out of hiding with the temptation of a delicious treat. It is considered good luck and a good judge of character to be approached by a kittern, as it means they do not consider you a danger.

Lagopods are small, shelled aquatic creatures. They live on the banks of freshwater lakes and ponds, but store water in their shells to hunt terrestrial insects for up to 10 hours before they need to refill. Often used as pest control in gardens, they are a favored pet of horticulturists.

A parasitic creature that evolved to feed off of the larger creatures of Orrison, Larchkeys are long semi-aquatic animals that cannot process fysa themselves. Instead, they drink other creatures’ blood in order to consume their already-processed fysa. As they are not intelligent enough to discern processed from dangerous fysa, some doctors use them in order to reverse the effects of fysa poisoning. However, feeding them unprocessed fysa will kill them. They are considered a delicacy in some areas, but this is mostly due to the novelty factor as their meat is tough and rubbery even when cooked carefully. Some people also keep them as pets, and when kept fed they are generally docile.

Mockhunds come in many sizes and shapes according to different needs. They fill the niche of both housecat and dog on Orrison. Smaller mockhunds are kept in the house or in towns and cities to control pets while larger mockhunds are utilized for livestock control or protection. Mockhunds are exceptionally loyal and protective of their pack, whether it be other mockhunds or their owner’s family and friends.

Long mole-like creatures that live in holes dug in the earth. Largely a pest animal to crop farmers and chimoraa ranchers alike, these creatures are sometimes domesticated as pets or as working animals for prospectors or those aiming to keep certain pests away. They have a keen sense of smell and are most easily won over by food.

A smaller cousin to the Kirk, they were bred and domesticated for use in sending messages through less rural areas. Mora are able to be trained to find specific locations. They have an excellent sense of direction, and are known for always being able to find their way home. They come in many different colors and some even breed them for show.

Usually utilized for farming or performing heavy labor, ohson are also used as mounts for those that don’t need to get anywhere anytime soon. Wild or pasture-kept ohson grow wooly coats and large horns. Ohson used in cities or mounts often have their wool and horns kept short and tidy. Ohson wool is more coarse and stiff, but strong against weather and easily made water-resistant which makes it good for protecting goods, storage, and outer clothing. Ohso meat is general bland and is often marinated for days in spices and rich liquids to make it tender and flavorful.