✦ Creature Entry: Duskmaw Prowler

Name & Classification

Name: Duskmaw Prowler

Type: Beast

Affinity: Unknown (some speculate minor Void-touched)

Era: Modern / Golden carryover

Habitat & Territory

Region: Kashern lowlands, Mirehold forests, ley-drained ruins

Known Sightings: Blackgrove Hollows, Old Kashern roads, near Bone Choir borderlands

Behavior & Traits

• Temperament: Aggressive when provoked, otherwise stalks silently
• Abilities: Thick smoke-furred hide; can vanish briefly in shadow; enhanced smell of blood and metal
• Weaknesses: Sensitive to sound-based magic; pack disruption tactics effective
• Notable Behavior: Leaves clawed rune-like markings on trees; echoes deep growls before charging

Myths & Legends

“Born from the smoke of a hundred burned war camps,” say Kasherni elders. Hunters claim it remembers bloodlines—those marked by wars past are stalked more often. It is said to avoid pure Kasherni but will target Eithari and Seraveth who trespass.

Combat Designation

Threat Level: Dangerous

Role: Hunt Target / Symbolic Guardian