Asthenas

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Basic Info
'''Asthenas are bird-like creatures used as mounts by the Caukirx and sometimes guard animals by Glow Wisps. They are native to Katilnax, so it is no surprise that Caukirx would use them. They were first brought to Glow Wisp planets by Queen Jasper, who wanted to have animals capable of doing some damage against enemy forces. Asthenas vary in size greatly, from being the size of an eagle to an average man and everything in between. Asthenas are very strong. They are known to be able to carry small adult Glow Wisps for short distances. These bird creatures are also known as Cacophonies at times, ''' depending on who you're talking to. Why? Asthenas have glass-shattering screeches that are able to rupture eardrums.  These birds often are very outgoing when tamed. They can be trusted and, if domestic, will risk their lives for their tamer. When wild, Asthenas are feared and often avoided. There are officials who capture and train Asthenas, so it would be best to not go after one yourself.

Asthenas are born sexless, but do obtain reproductive organs once at a certain age.

 

Habitat
Asthenas live on Kaltinax, the same planet that Caukirx live on. Cause and effect, Asthenas and Caukirx get along fairly well. Most Asthenas prefer to live high up in big trees, burrowing down into its core to make a nest. Bigger Asthenas will dig underground to make a nest, which causes trouble for Caukirx. Big holes make a big hazard. Most of the time however, an Asthena itself will not harm any Caukirx that finds its nest. Unless of course it has a family.

Common Behavior
Asthenas tend to be very friendly creatures who love to play with anyone and anything. However, when an Asthena has a mate and/or offspring, they get very protective of them. Asthenas will protect those close to them at any cost, whether that means death or not. These creatures are extremely loyal.

Abilities
While Asthenas can use magic to create young, they don't have magic to use for anything else. However, Asthenas use their tails as whips/constrictors often to fight off enemies. These birds also have powerful legs, a kick equal to the force of a horse's.