Kirin
Challenge Rating 6
Created by: [Kage]
Description:
A Kirin has scales like a dragon, a flaming mane and body of a horse, as well as hooves and a tail like an ox. It also has a single horn atop its head, making some refer to it to a Jianese unicorn. These creatures are extraordinarily rare in number, with only a few dozen known to exist. They are very difficult to approach. They are known to incinerate those who they disapprove of with a quick burst of flames or electrocute a swathe of enemies if they make an appearance in battle.
Cultural Significance:
These creatures are revered in Jian. They are thought to have a very good judge of character and those they favor are thought to make good leaders. Because of this, making one a familiar is often a priority for anyone aspiring for power. Unfortunately, due to their small population, this usually leads to conflict.
Habitat:
Anywhere in Jian
Size:
7' tall, similar shape to a horse.
Biome Role:
Originally they were protectors of their respective homelands. Now they are mostly used for offensive purposes in war.
Life Cycle:
No attempts to breed Kirin have been successful, though there always seem to be a couple dozen of them at any given time. They live to be 500 years old.
Resources:
Their sales and horn are 2x the hardness of steel.
Their mane can be used as a fire retardant.
Beast Magic: Royal Mane
Kirin are one with luxium and often use fire and lightning as a means to defend themselves.Minor Merit
Yes
Active: Fire Breath - Flames erupt from the mouth much like a luxium governed dragon breath.
Active: Lightning Tipped – A bolt of electricity leaps from the user and electrocutes a target.
Aesthetic: Flaming mane - One's hair always appears to be on fire. This is purely aesthetic and doesn't cause heat/damage.
Novice:
Fire Breath: 5 foot reach and can reach temperatures of 1,000 °C
Lightning Tipped: Unavailable
Aesthetic: Available
Apprentice:
Fire Breath: 20 foot reach and can reach temperatures of 1,100 °C
Lightning Tipped: Unavailable
Aesthetic: Available
Journeyman:
Fire Breath: 50 foot reach and can reach temperatures of 1,400 °C
Lightning Tipped: Half range as fire breath
Aesthetic: Available
Expert:
Fire Breath: 100 foot reach and can reach temperatures of 1,600 °C
Lightning Tipped: Half range as fire breath
Aesthetic: Available
Master:
Fire Breath: 250 foot reach and can reach temperatures of 1,995 °C
Lightning Tipped: Half range as fire breath
Aesthetic: Available
Ascended:
Fire Breath: 250 foot reach and can reach temperatures of 3,000 °C
Lightning Tipped: Half range as fire breath
Aesthetic: Available