what is a merfaun?
All faunids originate from the "Primordial" Faunids who were a mass hybridization of extant deer.
Over millions of years, proto-faunids adapted to new habitats and climates, walking bipedally more easily as their dew claws became nimbler (thumb-like). Most proto-fauns were blessed by Herne to succeed humankind with true hands, functioning arms, and high intelligence. Some chose to remain as typical deer.
Together, they were tasked with keeping Atalav alive and prosperous.
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Merfauns
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CERV. AQUATILIS (MERFAUNS)
Water-borne mammals that primarily inhabit secluded waters. Incapable of walking on land; use fish-like tails and fins. Skeletons are flexible and durable, minimizing irreparable breaks. Feathers may appear on the front half, coated in thick preen oil. Dense short fur traps air for insulation and hydrodynamics.
- Antlers never shed.
- Susceptible to corruption.
- Can hold breath for ~3 hours.
- Tastes like fish.
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