Purlovia
Creature Guide
SynapsidsOverview
Purlovia is a terrifying ambush predator that burrows beneath the ground and waits for unsuspecting prey to wander by before bursting forth for a surprise attack. Despite being a synapsid (related to mammals), this creature is a vicious carnivore with saber-like canines. It can burrow and wait patiently for prey, making it an excellent organic trap and village guardian when tamed.
Dossier
Wild
Purlovia Maxima perfectly embodies the element of surprise. Though Nanictidopids such as Purlovia were once thought to be herbivores, I discovered that this creature is, in fact, a patient hunter of the most intelligent sort. After burrowing beneath the jungle floor, Purlovia enters a state of hibernation and can go extended periods without any food. When some unfortunate creature eventually wanders by, Purlovia bursts forth from the ground, tearing into its prey with its large canines before the victim can react!
Domesticated
Though Purlovia is ill-suited to the life of a mount, its usefulness in staging an ambush or as a village guardian cannot be understated. With a tamed pack of Purlovia, one could assemble a literal organic minefield of deadly claws and teeth! However, any ambushes using Purlovia must be planned well in advance, as it will refuse to hibernate if it senses any threat nearby.
Behavior
- Burrows beneath the ground and waits patiently for prey
- Patient hunter - can go extended periods without food
- Bursts from ground for surprise attacks with saber-like canines
- Fast and aggressive when engaged
- Attacks small to mid-sized ground herbivores like Dodos and Lystrosaurus
- Its fossil counterpart was actually herbivorous
Taming
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Notes
- Scientific name Purlovia maxima means
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