Name: Tigurumel
Habitat: Dense forests and grasslands.
Rarity: Uncommon.
Threat: Moderate to high. While not inherently aggressive, Tigurumel can be dangerous when provoked or when their hive is threatened.
Description: Tigurumel are large creatures, with the size and build of a tiger but with insectoid features such as a proboscis-like tongue and small wings. Their fur is striped, and their eyes are compound like that of a fly. They are social creatures, living in packs with hive-like structures. They communicate with each other through pheromones and high-pitched clicks.
Biome Role: Tigurumel are important pollinators, spreading pollen across their habitats as they roam in search of prey.
Diet: Tigurumel feed on both nectar and prey animals. They produce honey from the combination of nectar and proteins/fats from their prey, which they feed to their young.
Aging & Reproduction: Tigurumel live for up to 15 years, and their reproduction is similar to that of bees, with a queen laying eggs and the rest of the pack working to protect and feed the young.
Size: Tigurumel are approximately the size of a large tiger, with males typically weighing between 300-500 pounds and females weighing slightly less.
Abilities and Features: Tigurumel have small wings that allow them to maintain short flights, aided by their powerful leg muscles that let them leap great heights. They can also produce a highly potent honey, known as "blood honey," is highly sought after for its unique magical properties. When consumed, blood honey provides a temporary boost to magical abilities, making it a valuable resource for mages and other magical practitioners. It is also a potent Psychedelic due to the Rhododendron groves that the Tigurumel often nest near and the properties of the Rhododendron flowers pollen. Tigurumel are immune to Rhododendron toxicity.
Cultural Significance (If applicable): Tigurumel honey is highly prized by mages and alchemists for its unique properties. Some cultures believe that consuming Tigurumel honey can grant the consumer visions of the future.
Reasons to interact: Mages and alchemists seek out Tigurumel for their potent honey, while hunters may seek them out for their valuable fur.
Recommended Stats: High dexterity and agility are necessary to interact with Tigurumel, as they are quick and nimble creatures. Knowledge of their social structures and communication methods may also be helpful. Additionally, those seeking to harvest the honey should be prepared for the psychedelic effects it can produce.
