Asherons Call: Creature Feature: The Shreth

Shreth are massive carnivores with forward-curving horns, thick fur, and bony spikes jutting from their backs. Shreth are usually the top-level predators of any area (competing with Reedsharks for dominance), and vigorously defend their territory. Shreth operate with a pack mentality; Shreth prides are often seen wandering the grasslands of Dereth, sniffing the wind to scent prey or lingering over devoured kill.

During their lifecycle, Shreth pass through several stages, growing larger and stronger at every one. While younger Shreth often subsist on carrion and vermin, mature Shreth are aggressive enough to pursue almost any creature entering their territory. A Shreth attacks with its spikes, hooves, and savage teeth.

Younglings of these creatures have been spotted, staying near the pride for protection. It is assumed that all varieties of Shreth have younglings, but so far, only the "Gnawer" and "Hunter" have been reported. Any sightings of others should be reported as soon as they are sighted - environmentalists worry that if other younglings are not found, it may prove that the species may vanish completely.

Crafters throughout the settled lands of Dereth have learned how to create various pieces of clothing from undamaged hides of vanquished Shreth. In addition, Shreth seem to have a desire to devour certain plants, and the seeds they don't digest have been highly desired by Terese the Herbalist, who can grow just about any kind of plant from these seeds, allowing adventurers to dye their clothing in a myriad of colors.

Although they may seem like a plague to younger adventurers, Shreth actually fulfill a necessary part of the ecology of Dereth. When they can't find an unsuspecting adventurer, they help keep the rabbit population in check!