Cleveraptor

Bionicle: Chronicles of Avsa Nui

Name: Kroque (pronounced "croak")
Gender: Female
Element: Plasma
Appearance: Kroque is short, even for a Matoran. and is a full head shorter than most of her peers. Her eyes are purple in color. Her mask was originally obtained in Metru Nui, and so has silver highlights on it.
Kanohi: Huna
Equipment: Shepherd's Staff
Personality: A kindhearted and warm Matoran, and does what she can to help others. She is naturally curious, and was one of the first to volunteer to be a part of the Expeditionary Guild. While she has no specialty in her studies, she has always been willing to scout and map new areas for the Guild. While she is friendly, she's more than willing to mete out a smack upside the back of the head to those that annoy her. She's happiest reading scrolls borrowed from the Guild's library.
Backstory: Kroque is one of Turaga Watiri's proteges, and is well known throughout Ora-Koro. Prior to their arrival on Avsa Nui, Kroque was a Mahi herder, though she would often help out however she could. This behavior has continued into the current day, but this has manifested in exploring the island of Avsa Nui and trying to find new locations and resources to help the Matoran.

Rahi Field Guide - A Compendium of the Wildlife of Avsa Nui

Entry 4: Avsa Raptor

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Closely related to the Hikaki, Avsa Raptors are powerful predators that normally inhabit deserts and volcanoes. Like Hikaki, they can breathe fire, and have powerful claws. Unlike Hikaki, they have horns and bladed tails, as well as jaws powerful enough to crush rocks. They are incredibly territorial, and will chase intruders from their territory with incredible intimidation displays. Though most at home in hot climates, they occasionally wander into forested or coastal areas.

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Pakaru's assessment

Avsa Raptors are some nasty Rahi to deal with. On a good day they're grouchy and don't like anything near them that they would consider a threat. On a bad day? Well... Tomil still isn't happy about having his mask singed and his armor slashed. Intraspecies competition for territory is usually resolved by locking antlers and pushing and shoving to determine which individual is stronger.

Needless to say, these Rahi should be avoided at all costs. However, their tail blades and antlers make for good weapons if a smith can get their hands on them.

Rahi Field Guide - A Compendium of the Wildlife of Avsa Nui

Entry 3: Velocilope

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These deer-like Rahi are, in fact, reptiles. They are found in forests and grasslands. Herds living in grasslands tend to be quite large, ranging between ten and thirty members; on the other hand, groups living in forests tend to be small, usually no more than seven strong. They use their speed and agility to avoid predators, but when presented with no other option, they will use their antlers and powerful beak to defend themselves.

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Pakaru's assessment

These Rahi are one of the most common herbivores on Avsa Nui. Though they mostly graze on grass, they'll eat almost any kind of vegetable matter. While we haven't been able to tame any (they're simply too fast for Matoran to catch!), their antlers can be fashioned into tools and weapon. Luckily they shed their antlers on a yearly basis, and there's a demand for them for many purposes.

Rahi Field Guide - A Compendium of the Wildlife of Avsa Nui

Entry 2: Gallulisk

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A close relative of the Pokawi. These fowl live in a variety of habitats, and have adapted different behaviors in each one. The Gallulisk has a snake-like tail that ends in a stinger. This stinger can deliver a venom strong enough to paralyze creatures larger than the Gallulisk. This venom targets non-vital muscles and systems, meaning that those stung are still alive and capable of seeing and hearing everything around them. For this reason, predators give these fowl a wide berth, and only attack a flock if starving.

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Pakaru's assessment

Gallulisk are unassuming Rahi. Some describe the look in their eyes as "perpetually confused"; indeed, they're not very bright creatures, but they make up for it by being highly adaptable. Having a venomous stinger to deter predators also helps. Gallulisk have little use to Matoran, though certain healers have insisted that the venom may have some kind of medicinal properties if used correctly. If all else fails, a Gallulisk's stinger may be useful as a weapon in a pinch.

Rahi Field Guide - A Compendium of the Wildlife of Avsa Nui

Entry 1: Callidus Fox

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These small canine Rahi tend to be quite shy and elusive. They hunt small Rahi, including rodents and birds, though they will also scavenge meals from larger carnivores. They are curious and playful creatures, and have been observed in pairs or small groups frolicking and play-fighting. When approached by Matoran, they tend to flee, though it's usually to a distance to safely observe the Matoran. If a Callidus fox is curious or brave enough, they may approach the Matoran to observe them. Matoran have managed to befriend a small number of these Rahi. Tamed Callidus foxes are stalwart and loyal companions, even if their playfulness sometimes leads them to get in trouble.

Pakaru's assessment

"Callidus foxes are always curious and playful, and tend to be little bundles of energy. Tamed foxes have a tendency to get into trouble, and must be supervised at all times. They remember voices, faces, and scents of individuals they trust, and there's some evidence to suggest that Callidus foxes can communicate between each other if a Matoran is friend or foe. These Rahi aren't dangerous unless sick, injured, or cornered.

Rahi Field Guide - A Compendium of the Wildlife of Avsa Nui

_{Forward by Pakaru, member of the Expeditionary Guild}

What is a Rahi?

The word "Rahi" is Matoran, meaning "not us". The term Rahi is used to refer to the various creatures of the Matoran Universe. Like Matoran and the various species in the universe, Rahi are biomechanical in nature. They primarily function on instinct, and have no balance of Light and Shadow like the sapient races of the Matoran Universe. As such, their main motivations are food, water, territory, and shelter.

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What is Not a Rahi?

While most Matoran would categorize certain species of wildlife as Rahi, they are so biologically different from Rahi that they simply cannot be classified as Rahi. These creatures exist throughout the Matoran Universe, and coexist with Rahi in different ecosystems. These creatures are mostly organic in nature, and are capable of reproduction through one means or another. Species like fish make for a good source of food for Matoran and other species, sapient or not.

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Rahi of Avsa Nui

Many species of Rahi call the island of Avsa Nui home. Some are unique to the region, while other species have been encountered by Matoran and other races throughout the Matoran Universe. It's quite notable that some species of Rahi are incredibly aggressive, and should be avoided at all costs. A major goal of the Expeditionary Guild is to discover what species of Rahi are endemic to Avsa Nui, and prepare Expeditionary Guild members for encountering them in the wild.

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Rahi and Matoran

There are many species of Rahi throughout the Matoran Universe, and some species have been tamed by Matoran-or other races-for one purpose or another. Beasts of burden, livestock, mounts to travel far and wide... the list goes on. As of this moment, the Matoran of Ora-Koro have only tamed a small number of species found on the island, though the Turaga hope to find species of Rahi that can be useful to Ora-Koro.

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Species of Rahi of Avsa Nui

• Callidus Fox
• Gallulisk
• Velocilope
• Avsa Raptor
• Mukau
• Peal Condor
• Rock Ape
• Kadinoko
• Forest Mantis

Quick Question About Where to Post a World-building Thread

I'm currently working on a RP that features a fair amount of world-building (specifically speaking background characters and creatures in the setting) and I'd like to compile them in a thread. Would something like the Character Sheets section be the place to put a thread like that?

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Name: Pakaru
Gender: Male
Element: Earth
Appearance: Pakaru is slightly larger than most Matoran. As an Onu-Matoran, his armor is naturally black and dark orange. His eyes are dark green in color.
Kanohi: Rau; his mask has been modified with an inner visor that automatically filters out harsh light by changing from clear to reflective gold
Equipment: Axe, staff carved from a protowood tree branch, bone knife
Personality: A quiet and shy Matoran, Pakaru is happiest observing Rahi out in the wild. He is something of a gentle giant among Matoran, and does his best not to hurt anyone or anything unless absolutely necessary. His self-confidence is lower than most, but the Turaga value his skills with Rahi. While he doesn't like to hurt others or be confrontational, he has a strong protective instinct. He has few friends, but those he has are close. His closest friend is a Callidus Fox named Teina.
Backstory: Even before the Matoran came to Avsa Nui, Pakaru always found himself as a bit of an oddball among Onu-Matoran. While his peers preferred to be underground, he was happiest under the open sky at night. He has always been fascinated with Rahi, and was among the first Matoran volunteered (or, rather, his friend volunteered him as a way to boost his self-esteem) to be a part of the Expeditionary Guild. Most of the Rahi near Ora-Koro have been thoroughly studied by him, and information carefully catalogued.

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