Difference between revisions of "Zarchy"
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== Physiology & Ecology == | == Physiology & Ecology == | ||
| − | [[Zarchy]] are the largest creatures on their home planet of Granicus, standing from 10 to 12 feet tall at the shoulders | + | [[Zarchy]] are the largest creatures on their home planet of Granicus, standing from 10 to 12 feet tall at the shoulders. [[Zarchy]] are among the stupidest animals ever found on any planet, anywhere. Because of their stupidity, and the toughness of their hide, they have never developed a fear of other creatures; unless something startles them, they are content to stand around eating trees and other vegetation. [[Zarchy]] are always encountered in herds of about 20 animals. While traveling, the herd leader changes frequently, as one gets tired and drops back, another comes forward to take its place. Zarchy calves tend to stay close to their mothers until they are about three (Granicus) years old. [[Zarchy]] can live more than 60 local years. |
== Life Cycle & Reproduction == | == Life Cycle & Reproduction == | ||
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== Diet & Trophics == | == Diet & Trophics == | ||
| − | + | Their necks extend another 2 to 3 feet above their shoulders, and are used to reach the branches and leaves upon which the [[zarchy]] feed. | |
== History & Background / Dossier == | == History & Background / Dossier == | ||
| − | + | [[Zarchy]] are sometimes raised in herds for food; their meat is lean and tangy. They are never hunted, there's no challenge to it. | |
== [[Travellers' Aid Society]] Advisory == | == [[Travellers' Aid Society]] Advisory == | ||
| − | + | The [[Travellers' Aid Society]] (TAS) classifies the [[TBD]] as ''non-threatening'' to most [[sophont]]s and makes no special advisory regarding this [[creature]]. | |
== References & Contributors / Sources == | == References & Contributors / Sources == | ||
Revision as of 21:38, 1 May 2017
| Zarchy | |
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| Base Information | |
| Classification | Omnivore/gatherer |
| Terrain | TBD |
| Locomotion | Walk |
| Size | 12-15 feet tall |
| Speed | TBD |
| Strength | TBD |
| Social Structure | Few |
| Weapons | TBD |
| Armor | Yes |
| Source | |
| Homeworld | Granicus (world) |
| Multi-world | No |
| Canon | Yes |
| Extinct | TBD |
| Reference | GURPS Planetary Survey 3 |
A Zarchy is an omnivore/gatherer.
Physiology & Ecology
Zarchy are the largest creatures on their home planet of Granicus, standing from 10 to 12 feet tall at the shoulders. Zarchy are among the stupidest animals ever found on any planet, anywhere. Because of their stupidity, and the toughness of their hide, they have never developed a fear of other creatures; unless something startles them, they are content to stand around eating trees and other vegetation. Zarchy are always encountered in herds of about 20 animals. While traveling, the herd leader changes frequently, as one gets tired and drops back, another comes forward to take its place. Zarchy calves tend to stay close to their mothers until they are about three (Granicus) years old. Zarchy can live more than 60 local years.
Life Cycle & Reproduction
No information yet available.
Diet & Trophics
Their necks extend another 2 to 3 feet above their shoulders, and are used to reach the branches and leaves upon which the zarchy feed.
History & Background / Dossier
Zarchy are sometimes raised in herds for food; their meat is lean and tangy. They are never hunted, there's no challenge to it.
Travellers' Aid Society Advisory
The Travellers' Aid Society (TAS) classifies the TBD as non-threatening to most sophonts and makes no special advisory regarding this creature.
References & Contributors / Sources
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- GURPS Planetary Survey 3
- Author & Contributor: (*) I-C #DroyneLife (*) (talk) 14:48, 1 May 2017 (EDT)