Zemuul, the Great Beast of the Plains, was created by the will of Thalor, the Lord of Beasts and Father of the Wilds, to act as a living embodiment of untamed nature and the eternal cycle of life and death. Born from the raw energy of the ley lines and the primal essence of the wilderness, Zemuul is not just a creature of immense power but a force of nature itself. His pristine white coat reflects the purity of his purpose, and his massive presence is a reminder of nature’s beauty and ferocity.   In the ancient days, when the gods wove the world’s balance, Thalor saw the need for guardians to protect the natural order. Zemuul was shaped to roam the vast plains of Vandalar, ensuring the cycles of predation and growth were never disrupted. His connection to the ley lines gave him the ability to heal the land and strengthen the wilderness, while Thalor’s blessing infused him with the raw instincts of survival and dominion over all wild things.   Zemuul’s legend began during the early struggles of mortals to tame the wilds. When overhunting or unnatural exploitation threatened the balance, Zemuul would appear as a warning. His ghostly figure, towering above the plains, became a symbol of nature’s justice—both a guardian and an enforcer of Thalor’s will. Villages that revered the Father of the Wilds learned to leave offerings for Zemuul, respecting his role as both a protector of the land and a judge of those who sought to exploit it.   Throughout history, Zemuul has been a central figure in times of great upheaval. During the Calamity Era, when the ley lines were fractured, and the land was scarred by corruption and war, Zemuul appeared across continents, drawn by the cries of the earth. Guided by Thalor’s command, he rallied the primal forces of nature, restoring balance where it had been broken. It was said that wherever Zemuul roamed, the land healed—forests regrew, rivers flowed clean, and herds returned to graze.   Zemuul is also known to test mortals who seek his aid, reflecting Thalor’s values of survival and resilience. Hunters, druids, and rangers who claim to follow Thalor often embark on quests to find Zemuul, seeking his blessing. However, the Great Beast does not grant his favor lightly. Mortals must prove themselves through acts of courage, wisdom, and respect for the natural order. Those who pass his tests may receive his blessing, often marked by increased vitality, connection to the wilds, or even the ability to briefly channel the primal energy of the ley lines. Those who fail or seek to harm him are met with the full wrath of nature—storms, earthquakes, or packs of beasts summoned by his will.   Despite his immense power, Zemuul’s strength is tied directly to the ley lines and the wilderness. When the ley lines are weakened or corrupted, Zemuul too grows weary, his coat dimming and his steps growing heavier. In these times, he retreats to the Cradle of Thalor, a sacred convergence of ley lines deep within Vandalar. Here, he communes with his creator, drawing strength from Thalor’s primal essence to continue his eternal task.   Legends of Zemuul are told across Tanaria, varying by region. To the plainsfolk of Vandalar, he is the White Guardian, a protector and provider. In the frozen tundras of Drakoria, he is the Stormhoof, a harbinger of change. To the tribes of Arandor, he is the Leyborn Titan, a reminder of nature’s unforgiving balance. Yet, despite the reverence or fear he inspires, Zemuul remains a mystery—a being as untamed and eternal as the wilds themselves.