Chen Gwo

The Chen Gwo is a canid native to the wilderness of Pèlen, on the continent Estermark. It is distinguished from other Canis species by its larger size and less pointed features, particularly on the ears and muzzle. Its winter fur is long and bushy, and predominantly a mottled gray in color, although nearly pure white, red, or brown to black also occur.

The Chew Gwo is the most specialised member of the genus Canis, as demonstrated by its morphological adaptations to hunting large prey, its more gregarious nature, and its highly advanced expressive behaviour. It is a social animal, travelling in nuclear families consisting of a mated pair, accompanied by the pair's adult offspring. The Chen Gwo is typically an apex predator throughout its range, with only Imen and Nèj Leyopa posing a serious threat to it. It feeds primarily on large ungulates, though it also eats smaller animals, livestock, carrion, and garbage.