Reinsheep

Reinsheep
Mammalia
Official Name	Rangifer Aries
Common Nicknames	Reinsheep
Classification	Mammalia
Habitat	Mountain Ranges, Meadows
Domesticated	Yes(Skilled - Lvl 2 Animal Handling)
Current Status	Common

With the return of Reinsheep to some forest and open plains areas, they were very commonly thought to be overhunted. However, now with herds being bred on farms to return to the wilds they are slowly returning to the ecosystem. They are sturdy creatures that have been quite prominent in the north and south, both having variants to fit the settings. With time they have even been spotted in forests located outside the cities, granted some herds have become bold and have been seen walking into many cities with grassy and clean water sources before returning to the wild.

History

It is quite unclear how the reinsheep came to be as very little is known about their origin besides the first sighting of a herd in the mountains. Even with that first encounter, it was thought to be just the babbling of a drunk old man. But with the herds becoming more prominent in the North and South the confirmation of their existence has become something more believed.

The sweet and tender nature of these creatures is why they are so commonly allowed to live amongst farm animals and even why they are kept on farms in general on purpose. However, their kind nature should not always be questioned as they have been known to become violent with strangers on farms and even hostile when strangers touch their babies or take them.

The Reinsheep are more docile creatures than their Reindeer cousin, holding more attributes and characteristics similar to sheep. They are kind creatures who will often remember the faces of those who feed them their favorite treats: Carrots. It is common to see these large creatures kneeling before children to let them pet their manes and wool bodies.

Anatomy

The Reinsheep is a quite large animal, some even reaching heights and even taller than some dwarves and ferox races. The average of most Reinsheep height caps out at around five feet but it is said that some can even reach close to seven or eight feet through delicate selective breeding, making them rideable to some of certain heights. Their horns do account for quite a bit of their height but are often found lying around forests when they are shed due to damage or season. The wool of the reinsheep is considered quite luxurious as it comes in a few natural colors including White, black, dark brown, and a rare pattern of speckled brown that is similar to many reindeer. The meat on these animals is quite filling and considered perfect for those living in more frozen settings as it takes little time to cook it.

The Northern variant of Reinsheep tends to be far more sturdy, taller and has thicker wool that is perfect for making coats out of. It is said that one adult Northern Reinsheep can make one dwarf coat or two children's coats depending on the skill of the seamstress. These creatures are a vital part of many tribes and smaller towns' way of life as they are often considered a very reliable food source when they are kept on farms and fed properly. They have even been known to be useful at pulling farm and recreational vehicles like sleighs.

The Southern variants of Reinsheep are far more sleek and lean when it comes to their coat and meat but their lack of meat they make up with their wider variant of coat and wool colors, having some of the most vibrant shades of white, black, and speckles brown colors. Unlike the Northern variant, it takes more than one Reinsheep to make attire but their coat colors are often more desired by those who want a wider variant of monochrome colors for their wardrobe. It is considered common to see large herds of the Southern Reinsheep to be followed by a group, either for conservation due to overhunting or those waiting for them to be in season for hunting.

Trivia

• It is considered an urban legend that many Northern Reinsheep will even find lost children in snowy terrain and lead them back to groups of people, but only one account of this has occurred and even then it was because a man with a bright red suit had been on a sleigh with his herd when the child was located. It was a very great gift that holiday season for the child to find their way home.

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Accreditation
Writers G0atfather Processors Nahinn	Last Editor UmbraNight on 04/21/2024.

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