However, the breed will rarely take to a saddle if not trained since infancy, and attempts to break a mature Cloudwing’s will is not advisable. Believed to be the ideal breed for scouting and reconnaissance due to its high-soaring endurance, Cloudwings are coveted by elite Hippogryph riders. Cloudwings mature and bond in family units so a threat against one member can provoke retaliation from its dependent kin. The breed is instinctively territorial, even towards Kaldorei, and will not hesitate to eliminate a perceived threat. Native to the elevated caves of Azsuna, Cloudwings are the wildest breed of hippogryph and infamously difficult to train. While Argents have been known to carry unbonded riders, they decline quickly after their original bonds are broken and can become combative and reckless-even losing their own lives attempting to avenge the unbearable loss. Argents bond with riders based upon their proficiency and bravery in battle once bonded, the breed remains faithful even after death. The selective breeding led to Argents with denser feathers to offset the cold weather and shorter wingspans to dodge Northrend’s aerial threats. Disclaimer: Frayfeathers decline quickly when caged and will not survive long under restrained conditions.īred in captivity and trained from infancy for battle, Argent hippogryphs were rescued from the harsh environment of Northrend and bred thereafter by the Argent Crusade. Though the criteria for bonding with the breed is unpredictable, once formed, the bond will last the breeds lifetime. However, Frayfeathers remain the most reclusive of hippogryph breeds owing in part to the demand of its uniquely shaded feathers and unusually dense stormscales. Capable of dexterous flight and resilient in hurricane conditions, the breed is renowned for their speed and athleticism. Disclaimer: Thunderheads are voracious eaters.ĭistinctive among the breeds for its abnormal feathers and smaller frame, the Frayfeather is native to the Southern Wilds of Feralas. Unlike other breeds, however, Thunderheads can develop new bonds after the loss or separation of previous ties-and instances of a Thunderhead abandoning an unworthy partner have been recorded. Bonds with this amiable breed have been attained by nursing hatchlings into maturity as well as by earning the respect of full-fledged adults.
With earthy-toned feathers and courageous but sociable temperaments, this breed is the premier choice for both the Sentinel Army and Cenarion Circle. The most common of hippogryph breeds, Thunderheads are found throughout Kalimdor and represent the standard for size and speed. And with varying beak structures ranging from short and broad to long and narrow, hippogryphs present an imposing figure. With a porous bone structure and advanced vascular system similar to owls, hippogryphs are capable of 270 degrees of rotation at the neckline, enabling rapid and flexible movement.
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Anatomy Though variable in size, hippogryphs exhibit the characteristics of both a stag and a raven.(2) With stormscale reinforced skin and a generously feathered body, hippogryphs are bisected by muscular hindquarters capped with hooves and angular forelegs equipped with sharp, avian talons.(3) The broad torso extends upwards into bulky shoulders which anchor a long neck and widespread wings this robust neck offsets extra-corporeal antlers situated on its narrow, wiry head. Ancient and innately magical, hippogryphs are intelligent, sentient creatures encompassing a variety of breeds.(1) Owing allegiance to the demi-god Cenarius, hippogryphs have long allied themselves with the Kaldorei, resulting in the cultivation of lifelong bonds with the night elves.
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