The Mudtail Grazer, known as “Tava-Ruun” by the Orlanda Tribe, is a long-legged, herbivorous mammal adapted to the soft, saturated terrain of the Orlanda Marshes. Resembling a slender marsh deer, it is famed for its wide hooves that prevent it from sinking into the mud, and its quiet, deliberate gait that allows it to navigate the thick reedbeds and shallow pools without disturbing predators.

These peaceful creatures are a vital part of the marshland ecosystem, trimming back dense vegetation and serving as prey for apex predators like the Kardar.

• Size: 1.6 meters in length
• Shoulder Height: 85–95 cm
• Weight: 70–90 kg
• Fur: Short, sleek, and pale brown with darker dorsal striping
• Legs: Long and muscular with wide, splayed hooves
• Tail: Long and flattened, used for balance and social signaling
• Speed: up to 50 km/h

• Mud-Walker Hooves: Broad, flexible hooves provide excellent support on wet terrain
• Mimic Coloration: Blends with the muted hues of the marsh grasses
• Tail Flicking: Used to signal group members silently

• Armor Class (AC): 11
• Hit Points (HP): 24
• Speed: 50 ft. (land), 15 ft. (swimming)

• Kick Retreat: Deals 1d6 bludgeoning damage, used while fleeing
• Startled Leap: Makes a high jump backwards up to 10 ft. when surprised

• Marsh Navigator: Advantage on Dexterity checks to avoid slipping or sinking
• Silent Step: +2 to Stealth in reedbeds or bog terrain
• Group Alertness: If one Grazer is surprised, nearby Grazers gain advantage on initiative rolls

• Diet: Herbivorous (reed shoots, mosses, wetland fruit)
• Social Structure: Small herds of 5–12 individuals
• Activity Pattern: Most active during cooler mist cycles

• Freeze Camouflage: Will stand still in tall reeds to avoid detection
• Echo Alert Calls: Emits low, pulsing sounds to warn herd members

• Breeding Season: No reliable findings
• Gestation Period: 6 months
• Offspring: 1–2 fawns per birth
• Lifespan: 12–15 years (Estimation)

Mudtail Grazers create life in the marsh and serve as both prey and indicators of danger:

• Encounter Signs: Flattened reed patches and hoof trails can indicate nearby herds
• Tracking Clues: Predators may be stalking a herd, alerting players to danger
• Calming Detail: Grazers calmly feeding can signal safety — until they suddenly flee

• VOI 700 D
• Habitual Belt
• Asari Region
• Orlanda Marshes
• Known Wildlife of Asari

Known Predators:

• Kardar
• Marshbound Lurker