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Chapter XI: Flora, Fauna and Foes of the Forest An im a l Ve n e r a t i o n The Asrai venerate all animals great and small believing that each displays a trait associated with an Elven virtue. These virtues are said to be manifestations of a deity, who once upon a time inhabited the body of an ancestor animal during The Dreaming. These “fallen gods” are often associated with the primary deities of the Wood Elf pantheon, so for example, bears have the strength of Kurnous the god of the Hunt, owls have the wisdom of Isha the Earth Goddess, and foxes have the cunning of Loec the Trickster God. Wood Elves who gain a reputation as champions are often awarded an “animal name” to signify their divine virtue. For example, the title “Hound of Winter” signifies service to one’s Kinband or Kindred, as characterised by the steadfast comradeship between a hound and a hunter. Animals of extraordinary virtue are believed to be the ancestor spirits of departed Elven champions, returning to aid the Asrai in the afterlife. Fa b l e So n g s Nature’s sacred harmonies can be learned by Wood Elves listening closely to trees and animals. The whispering of leaves actually contains magical songs that can be recited by Elves to stir flora into motion and reveal hidden forest pathways. Animal calls often carry secret messages of wisdom that are reinterpreted as “fable songs” to teach young Elves about virtue. Although most of these fable songs are not magical, they are considered essential for Elven children to learn. Some fable songs are in fact sacred evocations of the world’s mythical origins, when “fallen gods” had the bodies of animals and walked amongst Elves. The Asrai recognise these gods as the Brúidd, whereas Asur scholars believe they were actually the Old Ones of High Elf legend. Fable songs encourage a healthy respect for the Brúidd in Wood Elf children. Over the generations, forest spirit reverence has become engrained in Asrai culture. Variants of the fable songs have also been adapted by Bretonnian storytellers as faerie tales (or “contes des fées”) to teach children about the ways of the Fay. Ha w k s Hawks make their nests at the forest’s edge just below the eyries of their larger cousins, the Warhawks. These skilled predators are known for their sense of justice, often aiding animals and Elves who’ve been wronged somehow. Chaostainted hawks cause problems for elves by attacking their animal companions. Sn a k e s Source: Old World Bestiary, pg. 124 Snakes are rare in the Wood Elves’ chill forests, preferring instead to dwell amongst rocks and tall grass. Snakes are considered to be the cleverest of all animals because they propose simple solutions to complex problems. Weeks after their advice has been followed, however, snakes sometimes shed their skins to reveal themselves as messengers of Chaos. Nembus The Loren Brúidd spirit Nembus is a giant water serpent with chameleon-like powers. In addition to changing colours, Nembus can alter its appearance whenever someone looks away. In the span of a minute, its feathered wings can become piscine fins before disappearing altogether. Nembus devours men who swim in Loren’s rivers and has been accused of serving Tzeentch. Sm a l l Pr e d a t o r s Families of foxes, otters, badgers, wildcats and ferrets can be found in most forests. Main Profile - Small Predator Statistics - WS BS S T Ag Int WP Fel 30% 0% 23% 26% 51% 14% 22% 0% Secondary Profile A W SB TB M Mag IP FP 1 8 2 2 6 0 0 0 Sm a l l Ra p t o r s Source: Old World Bestiary, pg. 124 Ow l s Owls watch the forest for trespassers and deliver warnings to Wood Elf mages. These noble birds are capable of sensing evil intentions before they’re acted out. Corrupted owls are a major threat to Asrai communities, because they know which Elves are prime targets for subversion to the dark path. Skills: Perception, Swim (Otter: +20), (Wildcat: Scale Sheer Surface) Talents: Keen Senses, Natural Weapons, (Fox: Savvy) 113 Fo x e s This cunning animal is both friend and foe to the Asrai. Although foxes know the forest paths well and help lost travellers on occasion, they are also known for stealing food from Elven gardens. Corrupted foxes use their cunning to trick travellers into following
them deep into the forest, only to abandon them all alone and hopelessly lost. In Asrai fable songs, a pale fox sometimes guides travellers who are lost on the silver paths, or leads them to a destination that suits the whims of Loec the Trickster god. Ot t e r s These playful creatures have helped the Asrai on many occasions when food was scarce, leading them to rivers full of fish. Chaos-tainted otters take their mischievous pranks too far. They lure elves into strong currents and then laugh as they watch them drown. Capa An ancient song tells that in the distant past, the Laurëlorn otter spirit Capa was wounded defending his river home. But while clinging to a branch, Capa’s cries were heard by a passing Naiad who came to his aid. In return for the Naiad’s kindness, the otter spirit promised to appear in the Ravine of the Nymphs to warn the Naiads whenever someone enters Laurëlorn by river. Occasionally Capa helps people who are drowning. Wi l d c a t s Chapter XI: Flora, Fauna and Foes of the Forest The solitary wildcats live apart from elven halls because they find wild hounds obnoxious. Wardancers often spend time living among wildcats to study their movements and enjoy their dry humour. When one wildcat becomes corrupted by Chaos, its whole family usually follows suit fairly quickly. Corrupted wildcats are loud and ill-tempered. Ta b l e 11.1: Fa u n a Co r r u p t i o n 1d10 Mutation 1 Rabid: Gains the Frenzy Talent (if animal is already Frenzied, it gains the Unsettling Talent instead). 2 Venom: Characters bitten by the animal lose 1 additional Wound per round, until a Toughness test is passed or they die. 3 Extra Heads: Gains +1 Attack, +10 Perception and loses -10% Agility. 4 Extra Legs: Gains +1 Attack, loses 1 Movement and -10% Agility. 5 Sores: Covered in weeping cuts or festering boils. 6 Giganticus: Twice the normal size, gaining +10% Strength and Toughness, and +50% of its normal Wounds (rounded up). 7 Breeder: Females are bloated with pregnancy, or nurse double the normal number of young. Males try to breed with all females – even other species. 8 Quills: Inflicts a SB2 hit against characters who Grapple with the animal. The animal’s attacks leave quills embedded (Heal test to remove without inflicting 1d5 extra Wounds). 9 Tentacles: Gains +1 Attack (Grapple only) and the Frightening Talent. 10 Speech: Animal can talk with an almost human voice (Speak Language - Beast Tongue). This ability is typically used to intimidate or deceive characters. Be a r s Source: WFRP pg. 232 The mighty bear is renowned for its strength and ability to find food, often leading elves to sources of forage in times of need, such as berries and beehives. Chaos-touched bears are notoriously angry creatures that will simply charge down Elves and rip them limb from limb with razor sharp claws. Wo l v e s Source: WFRP pg. 233 Wolves are often mistrusted by Elves because of their tendency to ally with goblins. However, close friendships do form between the two species. Wolves displaying any sign of taint are ostracised from their pack to perish alone. The Asrai consider lone wolves to be ominous portents. 114
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Chapter I: Playing Wood Elf Charact
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