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The Leucrota is not a beast to be taken lightly. Its constant grinning face, lack of proper teeth--that is, its skull protrudes past its gums to make a solid jagged bone across its upper and lower jaw, resembling teeth--,and awkward physique give it a clownish air. Such an appearance leads to the misconception that this creature is not dangerous. On the contrary, while the Leucrota is not normally a violent beast--no more, at least, than any other wild animal--, it does have a peculiar taste in food, namely the flesh of humans and canines.The Leucrota uses a unique hunting technique in which it mimics the sound of a human in distress to lure in loyal canines.
A dog, believing its owner has come across some horrible peril, will flee from its home to find its wailing master. Instead, it charges unknowingly into the awaiting jaws of the areaβs resident Leucrota. This sly beast usually will not eat humans as readily as it will eat manβs best friend, but if the opportunity presents itself, it will certainly take advantage.
The most famous Leucrota was known as the Beast of Gevaudan. Although the Beast of Gevaudan was never strictly proven to be a Leucrota, records of its behavior and appearance lead many to believe as such. By the time it was finally eliminated, the Beast of Gevaudan had killed over 123 humans and countless canines.
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My personal favorite X3
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Kendai-Ottaku [2021-08-02 18:51:16 +0000 UTC]
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MoonlightJane [2016-05-20 02:49:03 +0000 UTC]
I Β may have learned it incorrectly, but wasn't the Beast of Gevaudan a canine?
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Riurekai [2015-10-01 18:51:06 +0000 UTC]
oh my gooooods!!! i love yourΒ leucrota! i made one too not long ago and let me tell you they are super fun to draw!!Β XDD yours looks so adorably perfect! FAV!Β
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KalahariMeerkatfan [2015-09-17 16:49:36 +0000 UTC]
Oh my...this certainly would make you want to lock your pooches inside and never let them out.
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MADmarks [2013-01-17 16:46:56 +0000 UTC]
I just learned about this creature and I'm happy for a well drawn depiction. Medieval etchings can be vague and confusing.
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Dogfreak1233 [2012-08-22 05:31:18 +0000 UTC]
Teehee he's kinda cute. But I'll stay out of his way! I'd like to not be eaten...
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Jackalope841 [2010-02-09 23:48:39 +0000 UTC]
Aww, you donβt trust that smile? I remember these guys from a book, but their version may have been a little less dangerous. Interesting to link it to the Beast of Gevaudan, it does have those mixed characteristics of different creatures seen in some of the stories.
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NycterisA [2009-07-27 02:25:28 +0000 UTC]
These creatures are great! I'm happy to see someone else appreciates them.
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Lupine-Radiance [2009-02-21 17:22:45 +0000 UTC]
Oh my gosh I LOVE these things! I can't believe someone else actually made artwork of them, knows what they are. Awesome!
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fractalxavier91 [2008-12-16 08:52:01 +0000 UTC]
The eyes look a little bit lopsided. But it's still awesome. I do like the idea of a hoofed predator for some reason. And the unusual "teeth".
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littlejuliet [2008-07-28 06:51:50 +0000 UTC]
ha! i love this creature, his expression is great!
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ioyousbook [2008-05-31 23:45:56 +0000 UTC]
Aw, man, I LOVE Leucrotas. This is a neat one, I LOVE the grin there.
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Minnaloosh [2008-05-14 14:35:24 +0000 UTC]
Wow and here I am thinking I'm the only person whio knows what a Leucrota is.
I know them from Dungeons and Dragons--the monster manual lol---so it's spelled a lil differently
(leucrotta) and they tend to be nasty.
But yep that's it--that's a great pic!
This is AWESOME.
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Minna
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kilai [2008-04-08 01:11:10 +0000 UTC]
I love you for doing these. There are so many totally fabulous fabulous beasts that get overlooked these days, and your renditions just rock 'em!
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ThirdPotato [2008-04-06 08:02:08 +0000 UTC]
XD Awesome so much; Where are you getting your info from? I LOVE collecting books on creatures, myths, and legends. Have you heard of the Al? I've been trying to find more info on the Al for a while since I read it once in a myth book. This creature is so friggin awesome, I want one! it looks like a hyena which = sexy! haha
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