Overview
Silkhorn Deer (Velutis cervidae) is one of the documented fauna of Mirum. Its recorded habitats include Noble Hunting Forests of Mirum, Noble Estates, Forests, Gardens, Noble Preserves. Silkhorns possess silver-gray coats and elaborate, branching antlers covered in magical velvet that can store ambient magical energy. The velvet on their antlers absorbs and stores magical energy throughout the year and can be harvested from mature antlers to use in enchantment work.
Native to Mirum's noble forests and woodland preserves. Their browsing habits help shape undergrowth and promote forest biodiversity. Behavior: Gentle and highly social. They become stressed when isolated from their herd. Diet: Leaves, berries, flowers, mushrooms, bark, and magical woodland herbs.
A symbol of wealth and refinement. Large herds are commonly maintained by aristocratic estates. Recorded magical traits: Enhanced ritual stability, Improved enchantment longevity, Dream magic catalysts, Decorative magical tapestries. Long regarded as symbols of refinement and status, Silkhorns are maintained by wealthy aristocratic families and protected within private preserves.
Appearance
Silkhorns possess silver-gray coats and elaborate, branching antlers covered in magical velvet that can store ambient magical energy. The velvet on their antlers absorbs and stores magical energy throughout the year and can be harvested from mature antlers to use in enchantment work.
Ecology
Native to Mirum's noble forests and woodland preserves. Their browsing habits help shape undergrowth and promote forest biodiversity.
Diet
Leaves, berries, flowers, mushrooms, bark, and magical woodland herbs.
Predators
Mist Stalkers, Marblefang Lions, and poachers.
Behavior
Gentle and highly social. They become stressed when isolated from their herd.
Reproduction
Does produce one fawn per year. Magical antler growth begins around age three.
Relationship With Humans
A symbol of wealth and refinement. Large herds are commonly maintained by aristocratic estates.
History
Long regarded as symbols of refinement and status, Silkhorns are maintained by wealthy aristocratic families and protected within private preserves.