Arid Lazard

Wild

Lazards are large apex predators split into multiple subspecies. Due to their diverse biology, lazards can be found within a large range of habitats across all of Terramesia. Over the years, captive Arid and Coastal lazards have been carefully bred into a new subspecies of domesticated lazard (read about domesticated lazards here)!

 

Arid Lazards

 

Lifespan:
 Approx 50+ years
Height:
 4'0" at the shoulder
class:
 Mammal
diet:
 Lazards are opportunistic, omnivorous and more likely to scavenge for food than hunt. They will eat carrion, plants, roots, flowers, fruit, tree boughs and more: if it can be found in their envorinment, it is likely to be within their diet. While they are less inclined to hunt, that does not mean that they won't if presented with the opportunity or are hungry enough to seek out prey. As such, wild lazards must always be treated with caution, even if they seem docile and uninterested in hunting.
Temperament:

All lazards will attack if provoked. Arid lazards in particular are skittish and most likely to choose fight over flight when encountering kebanzus, humans or other species. The often travel in small groups as opposed to Alpine and Armoured lazards who favour more solitary behaviour. 
environment:
 Armoured lazards are found in hot dry climates such as desert and savannah.

 

 

Lazard Anatomy

 

  • Heat sensing nerve clusters instead of eyes
  • No visible nostrils
  • Jagged mouths of which the pointed parts are teeth
  • Small ears which always face backwards though can be moved slightly in expression
  • Thick, strong necks to support their powerful jaws
  • Quadruped limbs for mobility with two sets of additional forelimbs
  • Four toes + a padded sole on mobility limbs
  • A long tail for balance and maneuvering

 

 

Arid Lazard-Specific Anatomy

 

  • Fine fur that slows heat absorption and protects them from burning in the sun
  • A long tail tailored for speed and agility
  • Serrated claws on their additional forelimbs for precision digging and assisting in climbing

 

 

Colours and Markings

Coming soon!

 

 

Arid Lazards and kebanzu

 

Kebs are taught from a young age to avoid arid lazards for their own safety. They are driven away from hubs and treated with space and respect if encountered in the wild. However, while it is uncommon, it is possible for highly-skilled kebs to tame arid lazards into mounts and companions.

(a new keb ARPG stat and job system is coming soon! Look out for wild lazard mounts in the future)!