Wiurn
Species Name: Wiurn — EXTINCT
Species Number: 1 Pronunciation: Whee-Urn Breeds Available: None LE Breeds: Mistletoe, Holly, Dark, Light, Natural, Royal VSC Breeds: None Feral Breeds: None Super-Rare Breeds: Candystripe |
Taxonomic Classification
Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Reptilia Order: Squamata Family: Iguanidae Genus: Basiliscus Species: Wiurn |
Species StandardsPreferred Habitat: Tend to nest in "cliff regions" of the world, temperatures vary — any environment except tundra and polar regions. Diet: Strictly carnivorous — eats larger animals, such as deer, sheep, or cattle. Call: These creatures can make a range of noises that include "hisses" (happy), "growls" (angry), "grunts" (annoyed or upset), and the most impressive call is a loud cry that could remind one of a trumpet mixed with a violin (this is similar to a bark — reason for the noise is unknown at this time). Special Care Needs: Their scales tend to loose their luster over time, get dry and crack — one should apply oils every once in a while to prevent discomfort to the creature. Be cautious — as these animals are extremely poisonous! Their stinger can inject a lethal toxin that is designed for killing large animals. Flight for this animal is difficult, but possible. Its wing structure causes it to fly like a bat (meaning it cannot glide; it has to constantly flap its wings or it will fall to the ground) and thus flight takes a lot of work... If you wish to teach your creature to carry a rider while in flight, it will take a lot of special training (and a special saddle). Their wing membranes can dry and crack easily, so rubbing them with oils on a frequent basis will help with flight. Biology and Anatomy: The Wiurn are cold-blooded creatures that need to monitor their body temperatures by warming up in the sun, or staying cool in the shade. Their scales are nearly rock-hard, and their talons sharp. Though they have sharp teeth, their jaws do not open very wide at all — no more widely than a horse's, it would seem. Their "head-plate" is a super-thick fingernail-like deposit on the top of their head, forming a hard and sturdy ridge. This ridge is used to protect the creature's head, as well as for displays and social interactions. The beasts' tail blade is generally extremely poisonous — a single sting can bring down a creature the size of a cow. These creatures lack front limbs, and generally walk along the ground (or up cliffs) like a bat. Behavioral Study: Because it lacks larger talons and teeth for bringing down prey, it uses a strategy similar to a falcon and viper mixed together for hunting. It swoops down from the sky and makes a single stroke with its tail, then waits until the animal dies (or is too weak to struggle) to go in for the meal. When fighting with another of its own kind, it usually doesn't use claws or tail-sting. Instead, they bash their heads together (similar to rams) in a display of strength — after all, that's what the hard "face plate" is for. If you can get such a creature to trust you to the point where it would rather "nudge" you with its head rather than "sting" you with its tail, consider yourself to have a very loyal animal. Suggested Uses: It is not suggested that this creature be kept as an average pet (though it is possible). They can be used as flying mounts (though they aren't the greatest flyers when carrying a rider). They can be very easily used to take down cavalry (mounted horses) in battle. They can be used to guard things, such as castles or larger plots of property (that have enough game or meat to sustain the creature when full grown). The greatest suggestion, of course, would be a combination of all of the above — who wouldn't want a loyal pet and companion to guard your plot of land in a time of peace, then fly you into battle and take down your enemies' horses? Well... Perhaps a lot of people wouldn't like that, but it's what's suggested. |
Limited Edition (LE) Breeds
Note: These pets are no longer freely available for adoption. To get ahold of one, try the forums, or purchase one from the shop.
Mistletoe and Holly: Aside from their special coloring, the Mistletoe and Holly breeds were not truly unique in any way from the standards of the Wiurn species. Mistletoe and Holly were special critters that were only available just before the 25th of 2005. We're terribly sorry if you didn't get the chance to adopt one of their eggs on time, but we only engineered a few of these special "holiday" colors. |
Very Special (VSC) Breeds
Note: These pets have never been freely available for adoption. To get ahold of one, try the forums, or purchase one from the shop.
None. |
Feral Breeds
Note: These pets have never been freely available for adoption. To get ahold of one, you must either acquire it through roleplay or trade with someone on the forums.
None. |