Ravok Fauna

Size: 2-4 inches long, 2-3 ounces
Color: Light to Deep Red
Location: Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 1-3 years
General Information: Small minnow-like fish found throughout Lake Ravok, red in color, that travel in large schools that looks like patches of blood floating under the surface of the lake. These fish are often used as bait, and some Ravokian establishments have been known to serve them as appetizers, usually smothered in a sweet, tangy sauce.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details.

Size: 15-22 inches long, 1-3 lbs
Color: Yellow, speckled with black
Location: Lake Ravok and other Syliran bodies of fresh water
Lifespan: 3-5 years
General Information: Though not actually an eel, this colorful fish is elongated an cylindrical much like an eel. The fish is common along the northern banks of the lake and is prized by fisherman for it's lobster-like flavor. It is often served boiled and buttered.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details.

Size: 2-3 feet, 6-12lbs
Color: pale white or gray, sometimes bluish
Location: Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 5-7 years
General Information: These large fish are relatives of the common carp, however exposure to the shard in lake Ravok has caused their pigmentation to fade and, perhaps the most odd trait of all, they have a strangely human looking "face" on the front of their heads. The additional eyes are not actual eyes, however, and are just an odd scale pattern that these fish possess. They are found in the deeper waters near the center of the lake. They are usually not eaten due to most people being put off by their strange appearance, but they actually have a good taste and are perfectly safe to eat. After the Djed Storm of 2012, there were reports of ghost carp swimming near the surface, some even swimming through the air and passing through walls as ghosts would do. The reports were never unverified, however, and were mostly been written off as drunken fishermen's stories.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details.

Size: 3-6 feet, 25-75lbs
Color: usually gray
Location: Lake Ravok and other deep bodies of fresh water
Lifespan: 8-10 years
General Information: A rare sight in Lake Ravok, the plated shark is a large fish that usually remains deep at the bottom of the lake. On rare occasions it may venture near the shore and has been known to feed on ducks and rarely young children. The plated shark is covered in thick, durable scales that are hard to penetrate, and razor-sharp teeth line its mouth.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details.

Size: 20-30 feet, 3-5 tonnes
Color: Grayish white, sometimes with hints of blue
Location: Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 30-40 years
General Information: Another rare sight in the lake, this creature is something of a myth to most Ravokians. The funnel shark lurks in the darkest depths of the lake, swallowing other fish and marine life whole. Its throat is lined with serrated teeth that grind its victims to bits as it sucks them inside. The shark would not hesitate to eat a person if they somehow found themselves at the bottom of the lake and in it's path.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details. A live funnel shark could be valued in the thousands of mizas.

Size: 20-30 inches, 2-8 lbs
Color: Yellow with black speckles, and white underside
Location: Lake Ravok, streams and bodies of water throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 5-7 years
General Information: Probably the most common form of seafood in Ravok, the Speckled Trout is plentiful, delicious, and easy to catch. They can be cooked in a variety of ways and taste good seasoned, plain, or even raw.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details.

Size: 15-20 inches, 1-5 lbs
Color: Yellow with black scale scatterings
Location: Lake Ravok, streams and bodies of water throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 5-15 years
General Information: A small but plentiful fish, the yellowed pike is another common staple of Ravokian cuisine. Not as universally delicious as the trout, it still makes for a good meal and tastes best with strong spices.
Value: Depends on how they are served. See the Fish portion of the price list for details.

Size: Tadpole: 4-6 inches, Frog: 4-8 inches (another 7-10 including legs), 1-2lbs
Color: Yellow
Location: Southern Coast of Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 4-5 years (1-3 years as tadpole)
General Information: These frogs are found in the summer along the southern banks of Lake Ravok. They are extremely rare and a delicacy for the wealthy Ravokian, and are served only in the finest establishments. They are occasionally kept as pets, but attempts to breed the bullfrog in captivity are almost universally unsuccessful.
Value: 4gm/lb (food), 15gm live

Size: 2-4 feet long, 5-15lbs
Color: Red and black
Location: Along the coasts of Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 5-7 years
General Information: These highly aggressive snakes first appeared in the summer following the Djed Storm of 2012. They are believed to be twisted versions of the common water snake, occasionally found on the banks of Lake Ravok, but they are far more deadly. Growing no more than four feet in length, these snakes possess a potent venom that in humans causes terrifying hallucinations and hysteria. In heavy doses the victim will usually try to take its own life rather than suffer the hallucinations. The poison will eventually cause its victim to suffer a fatal heart attack. In adult humans this takes anywhere from several hours to several days, depending on their overall health and fortitude, but in smaller animals or children it can kill them in minutes.
Value: 25gm

Size: 2-4 feet long, 5-15lbs
Color: Brown and black
Location: Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 5-7 years
General Information: Though not uncommon, these snakes are rarely a threat to humans as they generally flee at the sight of them. They do, however, possess a potent venom that is very painful causing hemorrhaging and can end up in amputation or death if left untreated. The snake has adapted to the weather around the lake, able to withstand the cold of winter by living almost entirely on the water, which is warm enough for a person to swim comfortably in almost year round. It is only in the summer and spring that they become a real threat, when they come to shore to breed.
Value: 10gm

Size: 16 inch length, wingspan 35-40 inches.
Color: Black, white, and gray
Location: Lake Ravok and northern shores of Sylira
Lifespan: 7-10 years
General Information: Seagulls native to lake Ravok, these gulls have a call that sounds disturbingly like someone cackling madly behind closed doors. The gulls can be found all over the lake and throughout the city, and are considered to be the rats of Ravok. Please, do not feed the gulls.
Value: 5sm (pet)

Size: 10-15 inches long, wingspan 25-30 inches.
Color: brown, white, green and other colors
Location: Lake Ravok and occasionally other bodies of water in Sylira
Lifespan: 10-15 years
General Information: The Pampered Nitrozian is a colorful, regal looking duck, named after the richest family in Ravok. They enjoy the temperate climate of Lake Ravok's waters and can be seen year round, though some of them do still follow migratory paths and will occasionally fly south.
Value: 5gm (pet)

Size: 12-16 inches long, wingspan 25-30 inches.
Color: black and white
Location: Lake Ravok and occasionally other bodies of water in Sylira
Lifespan: 20 years
General Information: A common duck on Lake Ravok, these black and white birds are favorite pets of many agents of the Black Sun. They are friendly ducks who are unafraid of people, and can often be seen swimming the canals within the city of Ravok.
Value: 3gm (pet)

Size: 24 inches long, wingspan 71 inches.
Color: dark brown and white
Location: Around bodies of water throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 7-10 years
General Information: Common bird of prey around Lake Ravok, the osprey hunts fish and small game, and is a favored choice among the few falconers that make their home in the floating city.
Value: View the Eagles section of the price list for values.

Size: 6 inches long, wingspan 15 inches.
Color: black and white
Location: Forests throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 7-10 years
General Information: This small bird can be found throughout the forest surrounding Lake Ravok. It is said that hearing the knock of the woodpecker is good luck, and a sign that there is no danger present at the time. Some members of the Black Sun favor these birds a pets, due to their black and white coloration.
Value: 5gm (pet)

Size: 3 inches long, wingspan 6 inches.
Color: white, brown, with crown of varying colors
Location: Forests throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 3-5 years
General Information: This small bird can be found throughout the forest surrounding Lake Ravok. It is said that hearing the knock of the woodpecker is good luck, and a sign that there is no danger present at the time. Some members of the Black Sun favor these birds a pets, due to their black and white coloration.
Value: 1gm (pet)

Size: 1-3lbs, 15-20 inches long, 35-45 inch wingspan
Color: red, brown, and a bit of white
Location: Forests throughout northern Sylira
Lifespan: 10 years
General Information: Common throughout northern Sylira, this small hawk feeds on rodents and reptiles, and occasionally scavenges the kills of bigger predators.
Value: See Hawks in the price list.

Size: Up to 150 lbs
Color: black
Location: Forests surrounding Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 10-15 years
General Information: These wolves, almost universally black in color, haunt the forests surrounding lake Ravok. They have always been aggressive and attacks on humans have been frequent, but following the Djed Storm of 2012 wolf attacks have increased significantly. Many of the wolves seem to be ignoring their basic survival instincts and will go so far as to attack even heavily guarded campsites. They ignore pain and will fight to the death. Not all the wolves have changed this way, but it is enough to be a noticeable threat to those who traverse the wilds around the lake.
Value: Hide: 3gm/lb

Size: Buck: 50-60 inches long, 35 inch shoulder height, 140 lbs. Doe: 45-55 inches long, 30 inch shoulder height, 60-100 lbs
Color: brown with white spots
Location: Forests surrounding Lake Ravok
Lifespan: 15 years
General Information: Common in the forest surrounding Lake Ravok, the spotted deer is a favorite among all classes in Ravok. It's meat is tender and delicious, and game is plentiful enough that it does not cost too much for the common Ravokian to buy.
Value: See Venison in the price list.

Size: 5-7 feet tall, 800-1500 lbs
Color: brown or black
Location: Northern Sylira
Lifespan: 15-25 years
General Information: A rare sight to be seen, these large creatures wander the forest occasionally venturing near the lake. Their horns are a prized trophy for any hunter, and their meat is nearly as tender as that of a deer, however they are far more dangerous and are not afraid to fight for their lives if necessary.
Value: See Venison in the price list.

Size: 6-8 inches, 2lbs
Color: brown
Location: Northern Sylira
Lifespan: 6 years
General Information: Also just called squirrels, the horned squirrel is named for its pointy ears that look sort of like horns. A common site throughout the forest surrounding the lake, the squirrel is often hunted for it's meat and fur, and can be found year round. They range in color from black to brown and even white.
Value: 3gm (pet)

Size: 15-30 inches, 8-20 lbs
Color: gray, brown, black, and white
Location: Throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 3 years
General Information: Basic raccoon, these critters are a common sight around the lake, the Southern Trade Post, and especially around the campsites of sleeping travelers. Nicknamed bandits for their tendency to sneak in and steal anything edible from a person's campsite, the raccoon are a nuisance best dealt with by way of cute furry hats.
Value: 3gm (pet)

Size: 800lbs, 12-15 feet long
Color: brown, black, green, yellow mixes
Location: Lake Ravok and bodies of water throughout Sylira
Lifespan: 25-75 years
General Information: Sticking mostly to the shallower waters near the southern shore, alligators are common in the spring and summer. While not overly aggressive or populous, they can be dangerous when provoked. During the winter they hibernate in nests along the lake shore, though some may remain active year round due to Lake Ravok's tendency to stay warm regardless of temperatures further away from the shore.
Value: See various leather prices in the Price list