Far across the rolling terrain, a small group of High-Land Cows grazes contentedly, their large forms half-obscured by tall grass and the gentle rise of the land. Long strands of greenery trail from their hides, swaying lazily as they move.
They seem entirely at ease, chewing slowly and shifting only when one wanders too close to another’s space. A low, relaxed rumble passes between them, more conversational than alert.
The group remains where it is, peaceful and unbothered, a quiet reminder that not everything in the Hollowed Grounds is sharp-edged or hostile. For now, they simply exist, untroubled by the world around them.
High-Land CowAreas Found: Hollowed Grounds, King's End, The Draig Cordillera — Common High-Land Cows are large, placid cattle whose thick hides are overgrown with long grass, moss, and low vegetation, causing them to blend seamlessly into their surroundings when they remain still. From a distance, a resting herd can easily be mistaken for gentle rises in the land or patches of overgrown pasture. Some rare variants grow sweetgrass among the vegetation on their hides, lending their meat a naturally sweet flavour when consumed. Despite their size and strange appearance, High-Land Cows are docile creatures, slow to move and content to graze for hours at a time.
Challenge Rating: Moderate HP: 1500 | To Hit: +6 | Dmg: 35 Movement: Walk 25 ft. SPECIAL SKILLS Sweetgrass Variant: Some individuals grow sweetgrass along their hides, flavouring their meat naturally; Vegetative Growth: Grass and moss regrow quickly if trimmed or harvested; Weather Hardy: Unbothered by rain, wind, or temperature shifts; Unassuming Presence: Rarely draws attention unless startled or approached closely |
TRAITS Living Camouflage: Grass-covered hides allow them to blend perfectly into natural terrain when unmoving; Placid Temperament: Naturally calm and non-aggressive; Thick Hide: Dense skin and layered growth provide natural protection; Grazing Behemoth: Can feed for long periods without rest; Environmental Mimicry: Often mistaken for part of the landscape at a glance ACTIONS Startled Shift: Suddenly stands or moves, startling nearby creatures who mistook it for terrain; Defensive Shuffle: Pushes or nudges with heavy bulk to create space rather than attack; Trampling Step: If threatened, may stomp forward, knocking creatures aside unintentionally; Low Bellows: Emits a deep, resonant call that can summon other High-Land Cows or warn off predators |
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