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| - | ====== CROPLIGHT LEMUR ====== | + | === Major Planetary Zones | (Twin) Sections of the Habitual Belt | Regions | Wildlife |
| - | ===== Overview | + | ====== " |
| - | The Croplight Lemur, affectionately called " | + | {{ : |
| - | It is most active during mist-rich light shifts | + | ===== Overview ===== |
| + | The Croplight Lemur — called “Yali-Muun” by the [[the_orlanda|Orlanda Tribe]] — is a small, arboreal pollinator native to the canopy of the [[orlanda_marshes|Orlanda Marshes]] and the adjacent [[tropical_forest|Tropical Forest]] of [[asari|Asari]] on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]]. | ||
| + | Unlike primates, it has a distinct mammalian body plan with bat-like wings for short silent glides between trees. | ||
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| + | Camouflaged in muted bark tones and active during mist-rich light shifts, Yali-Muun travel in tight family groups | ||
| ===== Physique and Appearance ===== | ===== Physique and Appearance ===== | ||
| + | * **Size:** Body 40–50 cm; tail 50–70 cm | ||
| + | * **Weight:** 2.2–3.2 kg | ||
| + | * **Fur:** Short, matte gray-brown with irregular bark-like mottling (no color accents) | ||
| + | * **Head:** Rounded with a short muzzle; wide, leaf-shaped pinnae (ears) for directional hearing | ||
| + | * **Eyes:** Large, dark, reflective; vertical pupils adapted to twilight (photorealistic, | ||
| + | * **Fore/Rear Limbs:** Long, slender digits with semi-translucent grip pads and retractable hook claws for wet bark | ||
| + | * **Wings:** Bat-like membranous patagia stretched between elongated forelimbs and body; leathery, semi-translucent; | ||
| + | * **Tail:** Prehensile, roughened underside for secure wrap around branches | ||
| + | * **Feeding Apparatus: | ||
| - | * **Size:** 45–55 cm (body), 60–75 cm (tail) | + | ==== Special Features ==== |
| - | * **Weight:** 3–4.5 kg | + | * **Silent Glide:** Low-noise wing membrane reduces rustle during short traverses |
| - | * **Fur:** Silky tan with glowing streaks of soft teal or violet on cheeks | + | * **Counter-Shade Camouflage:** Matte, non-reflective coat breaks silhouette in mist and shadow |
| - | * **Eyes:** Wide, reflective, with vertical pupils adapted to twilight | + | * **Nectar Filaments:** Whisker filaments trap pollen and wick nectar without damaging fragile flowers |
| - | * **Limbs:** Long arms and dexterous fingers with opposable thumbs | + | * **Moist-Grip Pads:** Maintain adhesion on mossy, wet surfaces common in the Marsh canopy |
| - | ==== Special Features: | + | ===== Game Mechanics |
| + | * **Armor Class (AC):** 13 | ||
| + | * **Hit Points (HP):** 14 | ||
| + | * **Speed:** 25 ft. (climb), 30 ft. (glide; see Glide rules) | ||
| - | * **Bioluminescent Tufts:** Emit soft light for communication and mating | + | ==== Actions ==== |
| - | * **Nectar Tongue:** Long, flexible tongue designed for deep floral feeding | + | * **Glide Hop.** The Yali-Muun launches from a perch to glide up to 40 ft. in a straight or gently curving path, ignoring difficult terrain between takeoff and landing. |
| - | * **Grip Pads:** Specialized feet allow them to cling to mossy and wet branches | + | * **Nip (melee).** +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1d4 bludgeoning. Used only if cornered. |
| - | ===== Game Mechanics ===== | + | ==== Special Abilities |
| + | * **Glide (Movement).** With 10 ft. run-up or from a higher perch, the Yali-Muun may move horizontally up to 4× its drop (max 40 ft.) and descend at least 5 ft.; landing requires a DC 10 Acrobatics check on narrow branches. | ||
| + | * **Canopy Camouflage.** Advantage on Stealth checks when motionless on bark, moss, or lichen-covered branches. | ||
| + | * **Sure-Grip.** Advantage on checks to resist being dislodged by wind or branch sway. | ||
| + | * **Pollinator’s Touch.** After feeding in a grove, local flowering plants within 20 ft. have increased fruit set and seed viability for 24 hours (DM flavor boon). | ||
| - | | + | ===== Behavior ===== |
| - | * **Hit Points (HP):** 14 | + | |
| - | * **Speed:** 30 ft. (land), 40 ft. (climb) | + | * **Social Structure:** Family groups of 4–8 with one or two breeding adults and helpers |
| + | * **Activity Pattern:** Crepuscular; | ||
| + | * **Vocalizations: | ||
| - | ==== Actions | + | ==== Survival Strategies |
| + | * **Perch-Freeze: | ||
| + | * **Staggered Glides:** Group moves in offsets to avoid drawing predator focus | ||
| + | * **Scent-Masking Groom:** Uses resinous leaf rubs to reduce scent signature | ||
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| + | ===== Reproduction and Lifecycle ===== | ||
| + | * **Breeding Season:** Late fogfall | ||
| + | * **Offspring: | ||
| + | * **Parental Care:** Pups clinging belly-side for ~6 weeks; alloparenting common | ||
| + | * **Training: | ||
| + | * **Lifespan: | ||
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| + | ===== Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters ===== | ||
| + | * **Canopy Signals:** A sudden hush of Yali-Muun calls can foreshadow a nearby aerial predator or ambush above the party. | ||
| + | * **Guide in the Mist:** Tracking a family’s staggered glide path can lead PCs to hidden canopy trails or safe crossings. | ||
| + | * **Delicate Rescue:** A fallen pup tangled in lianas creates a tense, non-combat set piece with social rewards from the Orlanda. | ||
| + | * **Foraging Window:** Parties seeking rare canopy ingredients gain advantage if they move during the Yali-Muun’s active feeding periods. | ||
| - | | + | ===== Related Pages and Further Information ===== |
| - | * **Sonic Yelp:** Emits a sharp call; nearby lemurs gain +2 morale | + | |
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| + | * [[wildlife_of_asari|Known Wildlife of Asari]] | ||
| + | **Known Predators: | ||
| + | * [[kardar|Kardar]] | ||
| + | * [[murkbind_serpent|Murkbind Serpent]] | ||
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