Post by Ashlyn on Jul 17, 2007 14:44:08 GMT -5
Name: The Quicksilver Monkey, a.k.a., Quicksilver.
Classification: The Quicksilver belongs to the Atelidae family of monkeys.
Size: A average male quicksilver is about four feet long from head to tail and stands about three feet, four inches off the ground. The average female is smaller, being about three feet, nine inches from head to tail and stands about three feet, one inch off the ground.
Appearance: The Quicksilver looks very similar to the spider monkey. There are only two major differences, however. First, the Quicksilver’s arms, legs, and tail average about two or three inches longer than that of a spider monkey. The other difference is the most prominent one. The Quicksilver’s fur is always a shiny, silvery-blue color, hence the name. The most exquisite fur is found on newly born Quicksilvers, and as the monkeys grow, the fur dims slightly. Also, females generally have more luxurious fur than the males do.
Anatomy: The Quicksilver’s body is developed for speed. Its arms and legs are very well muscled, giving it the needed power to jump from tree to tree. Its grip is extraordinarily strong, and that, coupled with all opposable digits on their hands and feet, aids the Quicksilver in clinging to trees or vines. Also, their tails are strong enough to support their weight, and use them to grip vines and trees as well.
Development: A female Quicksilver will usually have one baby per pregnancy. The infant will be, on average, nine inches in length, regardless of gender. Over the next three to four weeks, the baby will constantly be growing, until it has reached the size of its adolescent stage. It will remain this size, usually about one foot, ten inches tall and about two feet, four inches long, for about a year to a year and a half. At this point, the Quicksilver will begin growing again for about seven weeks, where it then reaches its adult size. Quicksilvers don’t reach sexual maturity until this time, when they are adults. Quicksilvers also tend to live for about 45 years.
Abilities: Quicksilvers don’t have any special abilities, save for their speed. A Quicksilver can move so fast through the jungle that they can appear as nothing more than a blur. To do this, they climb a tree, fairly high up, and jump off of it, toward another nearby tree or vine. Once they land, they continue their motion, and jump again to another tree or vine. In many cases, the vines add to their motion by swinging, allowing them to save their energy. This process repeats until they only need to steer themselves, and stop from crashing.
Magic: Quicksilvers do not posses any form of magic.
Weaknesses: Quicksilvers are not excellent walkers, thus making them easy prey while on the ground. Also, Quicksilvers cannot swim.
Habitat: Quicksilvers are native to the Chakamvua Rainforest in Srada. They have never ventured beyond its borders, and rarely visit the outer edges. They eat whatever nuts and fruit they can find, and usually sleep on vines or in trees. They often can be seen just below the top of the canopy, providing good evidence that that is where they have the most protection.
Society: Quicksilvers usually travel in a family group. The number in the family depends. Usually there are about 15 to 20 monkeys moving together, but more than that isn’t necessarily rare. Sometimes, families will join together for periods of time.
Outlook/ Alignment: Quicksilvers are extremely protective toward their families, and can become very hostile when threatened. Otherwise, they are fairly docile, and indeed, are rather curious creatures. Their alignment is neutral, though a little on the chaotic side.
Lore: The early tribes in Srada once believed that the Quicksilvers were descendants of the stars. One night, a huge shooting star was seen blazing across the sky. It disappeared across the horizon, but it appeared that it descended into the Chakamvua Rainforest. Some of the best hunters went to investigate the star, and it was then that the Quicksilver was first seen. Thus, the monkeys were treated with respect.
Significance: Because the fur of a Quicksilver is so luxurious, many merchants and nobles seek it. Hunters and trappers began to make a great deal of money off Quicksilver fur, so they swarmed their native home like locusts. Often, the fur is made into jackets or carpets for royalty or nobles. Now, the Quicksilvers are endangered, and are very cautious about venturing too far toward the borders of the forest. Their fur will still fetch a handsome price, but many disapprove of it.
Classification: The Quicksilver belongs to the Atelidae family of monkeys.
Size: A average male quicksilver is about four feet long from head to tail and stands about three feet, four inches off the ground. The average female is smaller, being about three feet, nine inches from head to tail and stands about three feet, one inch off the ground.
Appearance: The Quicksilver looks very similar to the spider monkey. There are only two major differences, however. First, the Quicksilver’s arms, legs, and tail average about two or three inches longer than that of a spider monkey. The other difference is the most prominent one. The Quicksilver’s fur is always a shiny, silvery-blue color, hence the name. The most exquisite fur is found on newly born Quicksilvers, and as the monkeys grow, the fur dims slightly. Also, females generally have more luxurious fur than the males do.
Anatomy: The Quicksilver’s body is developed for speed. Its arms and legs are very well muscled, giving it the needed power to jump from tree to tree. Its grip is extraordinarily strong, and that, coupled with all opposable digits on their hands and feet, aids the Quicksilver in clinging to trees or vines. Also, their tails are strong enough to support their weight, and use them to grip vines and trees as well.
Development: A female Quicksilver will usually have one baby per pregnancy. The infant will be, on average, nine inches in length, regardless of gender. Over the next three to four weeks, the baby will constantly be growing, until it has reached the size of its adolescent stage. It will remain this size, usually about one foot, ten inches tall and about two feet, four inches long, for about a year to a year and a half. At this point, the Quicksilver will begin growing again for about seven weeks, where it then reaches its adult size. Quicksilvers don’t reach sexual maturity until this time, when they are adults. Quicksilvers also tend to live for about 45 years.
Abilities: Quicksilvers don’t have any special abilities, save for their speed. A Quicksilver can move so fast through the jungle that they can appear as nothing more than a blur. To do this, they climb a tree, fairly high up, and jump off of it, toward another nearby tree or vine. Once they land, they continue their motion, and jump again to another tree or vine. In many cases, the vines add to their motion by swinging, allowing them to save their energy. This process repeats until they only need to steer themselves, and stop from crashing.
Magic: Quicksilvers do not posses any form of magic.
Weaknesses: Quicksilvers are not excellent walkers, thus making them easy prey while on the ground. Also, Quicksilvers cannot swim.
Habitat: Quicksilvers are native to the Chakamvua Rainforest in Srada. They have never ventured beyond its borders, and rarely visit the outer edges. They eat whatever nuts and fruit they can find, and usually sleep on vines or in trees. They often can be seen just below the top of the canopy, providing good evidence that that is where they have the most protection.
Society: Quicksilvers usually travel in a family group. The number in the family depends. Usually there are about 15 to 20 monkeys moving together, but more than that isn’t necessarily rare. Sometimes, families will join together for periods of time.
Outlook/ Alignment: Quicksilvers are extremely protective toward their families, and can become very hostile when threatened. Otherwise, they are fairly docile, and indeed, are rather curious creatures. Their alignment is neutral, though a little on the chaotic side.
Lore: The early tribes in Srada once believed that the Quicksilvers were descendants of the stars. One night, a huge shooting star was seen blazing across the sky. It disappeared across the horizon, but it appeared that it descended into the Chakamvua Rainforest. Some of the best hunters went to investigate the star, and it was then that the Quicksilver was first seen. Thus, the monkeys were treated with respect.
Significance: Because the fur of a Quicksilver is so luxurious, many merchants and nobles seek it. Hunters and trappers began to make a great deal of money off Quicksilver fur, so they swarmed their native home like locusts. Often, the fur is made into jackets or carpets for royalty or nobles. Now, the Quicksilvers are endangered, and are very cautious about venturing too far toward the borders of the forest. Their fur will still fetch a handsome price, but many disapprove of it.