Arcane Creatures

in Creatures

World Codex

Abyssal Hound

Species | Jul 24, 2022

Abyssal hounds are a version of the mythical blackfur, a large dog-like creature said to be a precursor to death to all who see or hear it. Blackfurs identify and pursue their kinvari prey tirelessly until catching and killing (or devouring) their target.
Anima Leech

Species | May 11, 2022

Anima leeches are small, shapeshifting creatures who survive by establishing a parasitic relationship with a host that has more and stronger anima. In the wild, they can appear as songbirds, squirrels, rabbits, frogs, or any manner of harmless animal.
Arcanther

Species | Aug 8, 2022

Sleek, low-slung felines with varying coats that include the colors of magic. Their shapes resemble the mundane leopard, though they stand 4’ average at the withers. They are innately magical and, though they cannot speak, should be treated with respect.
False Dragons

Species | Jan 28, 2023

The false dragon is a small creature that was artificially made thousands of years ago by Aeldvari. Because of its ability to forge an empathic connection with their chosen kinvar, they are an ideal service animal.
Flickerfish

Species | Jul 24, 2022

A type of seemingly-aquatic creature that "swims" through the air and is only found in the most arcana-dense locations. They are native to the spirit demesne and manifest as semi-tangible translucent animals that vaguely resemble jellyfish and octopi.
Greatwing

Species | May 16, 2022

Enormous, beautiful birds of prey that resemble golden eagles. They may stand 8-10’ tall from head to ground, roughly 15’ long, with magnificent wingspans of over 30’.
Animade Herald

Species | Mar 18, 2024

Heralds are a mage-made creature tailored to navigate, survive, and traverse an apocalyptic landscape ravaged by titans.
Demon

Species | Dec 20, 2022

Demons are extraplanar entities comprised entirely of toxic, contagious Eldritch energy. They can take many forms and have intelligence ranging from viral simplicity to near-personhood. They are always dangerous.

© 2022. All content created by Ty Barbary unless otherwise stated. All rights reserved.
Unique images created with Artbreeder, Hotpot AI, Craiyon, Wombo, DALL-E, Midjourney, Hero Forge.
Most maps made with Azgaar, Watabou, Donjon.

Cover image: by Ty Barbary via Midjourney