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The Kelpie is one of Kairegorn's most dangerous wild beasts. Though it resembles a horse, it is actually a semi-aquatic reptile. Covered in algae that resembles brown fur, the kelpie waits for passing prey such as wolves, big cats and dinosaurs to wander close so that it can overpower and drag them to a watery grave, an illusion it further creates by pretending to graze. Unfortunately, this strategy also works on humans, elves and dwarves, who find it difficult to see the difference until it is often too late. Because of this, it is seen as an evil beast and great care is taken to avoid areas where it might be present. Dragons however find them to quite delicious and will gladly drive kelpies off or eat them if they show up near humanoid habitations.

A black and white drawing of the Kelpie. Very much inspired by TalonV's horses, it took a very long time and numerous trial and error sketches to get right.

Description
The Kelpie is one of Kairegorn's most dangerous wild beasts. Though it resembles a horse, it is actually a semi-aquatic reptile. Covered in algae that resembles brown fur, the kelpie waits for passing prey such as wolves, big cats and dinosaurs to wander close so that it can overpower and drag them to a watery grave, an illusion it further creates by pretending to graze. Unfortunately, this strategy also works on humans, elves and dwarves, who find it difficult to see the difference until it is often too late. Because of this, it is seen as an evil beast and great care is taken to avoid areas where it might be present. Dragons however find them to quite delicious and will gladly drive kelpies off or eat them if they show up near humanoid habitations.

A black and white drawing of the Kelpie. Very much inspired by TalonV's horses, it took a very long time and numerous trial and error sketches to get right.