Canetis Cervus is a subspecies of humanoid deer adapted to hunting noise sensitive animals (i.e. bats, owls, mice, dogs). Due to its mutated biology the creature can produce prolonged screeches over 190dB, or bursts of sounds ranging between 200-250dB. Despite this their unique way of using sonic attacks limits the sound to around 50km. Commonly referred to as the Wendigo, Canetis are primarily nocturnal and rest during the day, having developed great camouflage in dark forest environments. They are rare to come across, usually hiding from large groups.
On average they have an upright height of 185cm and a weight of 96kg, however, they normally move on all fours at capable of reaching speeds between 20-35kmh. The ribcage and skull of the Canetis visibly protrude from the body, which provides ample room for their large lungs and vocal cords, while forcing noise to be projected into a cone that greatly reduces the amount of sound heading in all directions. The ears of a Canetis can be temporarily deactivated to prevent self-inflicted damage from their own sonic attack. The back legs remain that of a deer, whereas the front limbs looks similar to humanoid arms. Not only do they have pack mentality, they appeared to equal to or above the intelligence of a capuchin monkey.
Field reports dictate that Canetis are difficult to track, the calls seemingly coming from all directions, and their footprints being very erratic. While the official diet is unknown, they are believed to have evolved into omnivores due to the lack of readily available fauna; a fact reinforced by the carcusses and missing animals within their territory. Canetis hunting involves deafening the prey by bursting its eardrums, hit and run tactics, or overpowering the target and mauling them to death. A direct sonic blast from 20 metres has been compared to being kicked in the stomach. Should you find yourself being hunted by a pack of Canetis, it is advised to hide, stay away from water, and to use ear plugs of a high NRR rating.
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