Wind-Grazer

• Hollow bone structure in adults
• Secondary breathing organs for high-altitude oxygen efficiency
• Four-limbed with two hind legs and two arms that transform into semi-winged forelimbs during metamorphosis
• Internal gland excretes flight-shed silk during final molt

Wind-Grazers are oviparous. Eggs are laid in clusters within high stone alcoves during early spring. Reproduction requires pheromone alignment and wind-conducted dances known as "Spire Songs."

Calf (0–5 years): Quadrupedal grazers, highly social, fur-covered, roam in herds.

Moltspring (6th year): Enters cocoon-like torpor in silk-lined cavern.

Adult (7–16 years): Bipedal, lightly winged, capable of gliding or soaring short distances. Become solitary or lead small skyherds.

The metamorphosis can be traumatic. Some individuals fail to emerge fully—these are seen as omens or cursed beings, often honored or pitied.

Wind-Grazers prefer elevated meadows, cliffside forests. They rely on strong thermal currents for flight and are attuned to magnetic ley lines in Temia's highlands.

Annual molt of flight-fronds and glowing tailspines during High Zephyr season. Wing membranes regenerate in cycles depending on air density and wind currents. Ascendants congregate during lunar convergence events for altitude-bound migration.

Native to the Grand Duchy of Temia, especially the cliff meadows.