Feathered Carrion Eater

• Attack Score: 4
• Defense Score: 6
• Resistance Score: 3
• Health Score: 5

Description: The Feathered Carrion Eater is a gruesome and repugnant avian creature known for its scavenging habits. These large, feathered scavengers possess a wingspan of approximately six feet and have tattered, mottled feathers that range in color from sickly gray to dark brown. Their beaks are sharp and hooked, well-suited for tearing into carcasses, and their eyes have a sinister glint.

Attack: Feathered Carrion Eaters primarily attack by swooping down from the skies to feast on carrion. They use their sharp beaks to rip apart flesh and their talon-like claws to grasp and tear at the remains. While not particularly aggressive towards living creatures, they can become territorial and defend their scavenging grounds if threatened.

Defense: Their tattered feathers provide some protection against the elements and potential predators. They are agile flyers and can quickly take to the skies to evade danger. When cornered, they may use their sharp beaks and talons to defend themselves, making them formidable opponents for those who underestimate them.

Terrain: Feathered Carrion Eaters are typically found in regions with abundant carrion, such as desolate plains, rocky cliffs, or near the sites of battles and predator kills. They are adaptable birds and can thrive in a variety of environments as long as their primary food source, carrion, is available.

Habitat Explanation: These creatures play a vital ecological role in cleaning up decaying carcasses and preventing the spread of disease. They are often associated with death and decay but are an essential part of nature's cleanup crew. Some cultures view them as omens of death, while others see them as symbols of renewal and the cycle of life.