Date: Sat, 19 Aug 1995 21:41:17 -0400
From: QKumber1@aol.com
Subject: ARENA BEAsT: GRAK
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Well... I was running a campaign where my players were on an arena planet
where they use their prisoners to fight against live animals.  It was a
roman/greek-like society that lusted for the blood in the arenas.
              GRAK: Fierce Arena Creature
	DEXTERITY: 3D; Dodge 2D (1D in males), Melee Combat 3D (2D in males)
	PERCEPTION: 2D+1; Intimidation: Staredown 4D, Sneak 4D, Hide 3D+2,
                    Search:Track 5D
	STRENGTH: 4D+1; Brawling 3D+2 (2D+2 in males), Climb/Jump 2D, Stamina
              3D
	SPECIAL ABILITIES:
	Paw Swat: Does STR +2D stun damage
	Bite: Does STR+2D damage
	Claw: Does STR+3D damage
	Armor (Males only) +1D energy and physical
              Pounce: Does STR+2D stun damage
	Move: 16	
	Orneriness: 6D
              Capsule:  The Grak appears to be a fierce, cat-like creature.
 It is usually black in color, with a thick, brown mane.  It has retractable
claws that have jagged, wicked edges and are up to 3 inches long.  They have
long fangs that stem from their blood red gums.  Saliva constantly drips down
their teeth, creating a rabid appearence.  They have three eyes in a
triangular fashion, one closed only when not expressing distinct emotions.
 When the middle eye is open, it is either red (angry), or yellow (nervous).
 They have 2 tails that come from the back of their 2.5 meter body, and stand
1 meter above the ground.
     Some Graks have even been domesticated when living with sapients since
birth.  These Graks are extremely faithful and obedient, and always female.
 Because of their genealogy, the males are very territorial.  Male Graks stay
by and guard their nests, while the females go out and hunt.  A Male Grak wil
have +1D armor (physical and energy), but have -1D on all combat skills.  
     Typically, Graks live in large groups of anywhere from 30-100, with 1
female leader who leads the hunting, and 1 male who is in charge of the
defense, protection, and care for the nests.  The leaders are chosen in
death-duels, which are natural and instinctual rites of leadership with
Graks.

QKUMBER