Karkons

Karkons, are a species of highly intelligent Mustelid found all across the planet. Their closest relative would be the otter family, Karkons are however, far larger and more intelligent. Adult males can reach up to three metres long, with females reaching two and a half. Karkons hunt in packs, in much the same way that wolves do. In fact many say that Karkons and Wolves are simply two different sides of the same coin, with wolves in control of the land and Karkons in conrol of the water. Apart from their brain power, Karkons have proven a fantasticly successful species due to their ability to adapt to any aquatic environment, from the coasts of the ocean to upland streams.

Karkons are opportunists, and though they feed mainly on fish, will eat anything that the pack can get its hands on: crocodiles, sharks, deer, birds, even unlucky elves and humans. They are one of the top predators on Umbra, only having to fear the sentient races and larger sharks. Karkons live and breed as a community group, living in village dens of around 20 individuals. A number of dominant pairs breed every year, giving birth to a litter of four to six Pups.