Animal Qualities
Climb strange.
Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.
4 species
Species principle: Odd Harmony
Climb strange.
Strange combinations work when every piece helps the climb.
Binturongs are arboreal civets with prehensile tails, slow climbing habits, shaggy bodies, and scent marking known for a popcorn-like smell.
Species principle: Shielding
Raise the shield.
A slow traveler becomes brave when the shield is already raised.
Crested Porcupines use long quills, raised crests, rattling, and backward-facing defensive postures to deter predators without needing speed.
Species principle: Calm Grip
Grip before sting.
Strength can be slow, dark, and completely sure of itself.
Giant Forest Scorpions are large nocturnal scorpions with powerful pincers, dark exoskeletons, burrowing or sheltering habits, and slow defensive confidence.
Species principle: Measured Strike
Step, then spear.
Move slowly enough for the moment to sharpen.
Jabirus are large wetland storks that walk deliberately through shallows and strike aquatic prey with a powerful bill.
