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== '''Description''' ==
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A Hellhound is a monstrous canine, leashed to the spiritual world. Nicknamed “Bearer of Death” in some parts of the world. They can often be found guarding the entryways to the afterlife, or skulking in the shadows hunting those who is soon to die and harvest their soul. There are two kinds of hellhounds the guardians and the soul hunters.
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These creatures are barbaric canine like creatures who have an unquenchable hunger for killing. Hellhounds are known to attack anything that moves, and for this reason their god Noomah created targets (i.e: other monsters such as gnolls, skavens, kobolds, lizardfolk, etc.). Those these chaotic creatures aren’t always barbaric, some may have more noble tendencies than others.  
  
  
  
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===Creation Lore:===
  
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'''Physical Description:'''
 
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The Hellhounds appearance varies from region to region,by size and and eye color but wherever they arise, tales for fear arise.
 
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These phantom canines are considerably larger than a normal dog. A small Hellhound is about the size of a mastiff,
 
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while a large one can be the size of dwarf horses and bears. Their hair is a deep black, and their eyes tend to glow.The higher ranked (or elder?) individuals may have multiple heads or rarer still have no head at all.
 
  
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From the shadows appeared a god with four eyes. One who could see from all angles. They stood out amongst the lost and wandering spirits. Slowly would it move with them, watching them as they aimlessly navigated the darkness of limbo. Soon the god grew lonesome amongst the spirits and decided to venture to the surface above to seek more. Even then they felt lonely and thought that to create a creature to follow them on their travels.  A creature whose bloodlust was immense enough to match their own. Once the sun begun to rest for the night, they knelt to the grounds and scooped a handful of sand and ash from the ground. Attempting several times to create something from these items of the earth. But without structure it would crumble upon the ground. Never ceasing the attempts they decided to build a structure from a pile of scattered bones that lay strewn upon the ground. Binding them together with twine, and other materials. There in front of them stood 5 structures created from bones of other deceased creatures. Pleased with their efforts, the god decided to try fusing the sands and ashes to the structure using fire. As the ashes were fused to the bone, it begun to turn a brilliant red. The god was pleased with this and continued their work until finally, the creatures that were mere boney structures had shape to them. The beings that stood before them, lifeless, were still missing something though. The god looked around to see what he could use to finish his little creations. A thick creatures skull lay further off to the side, this would be what the god would use to finish these monsters. Picking up the skull and proceeding to fuse it to the body of the biggest creature. Soon after the rest had skulls similar to the first, the god eyed the creatures before him as a wide grin formed across his face. These monster would be a hell on this world, but the smile the god had soon faded as it realized they were not moving. This was something the god had not thought of in advance. Eyeing the creatures once more he decided to imbue their creations with pieces of their own soul. As the god did this, they begun to move, at first tumbling about, their footing not quite there. Once the creatures begun to move more and gain their footing, they begun to snap their jowls at one another, the god did not like this but knew it was the fact that they had no urge to control their bloodlust.  After letting his creatures have their fun, the god thought of a different way to have these mindless beings control their urges to kill. Seeing them as they roamed around harming anything and everything that moved. Causing rukus and many unneeded or unnecessary deaths. The god thus decided to create targeted beings that these creatures would focus their minds to. Once the god had given them certain targets, he let his canine like creations go. The two biggest ones in the lead as they furthered their distance from the god. Tales rose about these monstrous creatures shortly after they left the side of their god, tales of suffering and pain.
  
  
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'''Special Abilities:'''
 
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The hounds have many supernatural skills that make them both powerful allies and fearsome enemies. They have incredible speed and strength, even for large predatory animals like themselves.
 
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The fastest of hellhounds can outrun the fastest of creatures, and the strongest can rip down trees with their claws. They can easily disguise themselves, able to conjure up cloaks of mist, shape shift into various forms, or even vanish.
 
  
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The hounds are also able to conjure flames.
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====Symbols/Markings:====
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They scorch the ground where they walk, their body is an uncomfortably hot temperature, and their claw heat is similar to that of weapons being forged.
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The hound can conjure up pillars of fire to transport themselves from place to place though any lit fire.
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Hellhounds are called The Bearers of Death because they were supposedly created by ancient demons to serve as heralds of death. According to legend, seeing one leads to a person's death. Sometimes it is said to be once; other times it requires three sightings for the curse to take effect and kill the victim. These factors make the Hellhound a feared symbol and worthy of the name “Bearer of Death”.
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While considered a bad omen, the hellhound has often helped many as well. The supernatural dog was said to warn people of danger
 
  
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Hellhound symbols may include ones that if a hellhound follows their god or not, or to show they no longer follow Noomah. Other symbols may include age, or where they sit in respects to their fellow hellhounds. Markings range from hellhound to hellhound, some may have more intricate markings to show their rank, or age. While others may use markings to show off their fanciness, and class.
  
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=== '''Subraces''' ===
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There are two classes of hellhounds, the most common one seen however is the Hunter class. Guardians and Hunters, each having their own specifications to them.
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- A skeletal mask (this can be of ANY creature.. variety is welcome.)
  
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- Furs, this may range from white or black pelts that are draped anywhere on the body.
  
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- Red… hellhounds are red to distinguish them from other creatures.
  
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- Eye color (*this isn’t required but would be neat*), these colors can range from greys, yellows, reds, or solid black.
  
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Guardian hellhounds share a common trait amongst themselves. They are seen as loyal, dependable, and responsible. They are known to be the lesser of the two types. Though still have the normal abilities of a casual hellhound. Guardians, as you can imagine, are reclusive. Loving to dwell further away from other monsters, and of course, humans. They prefer sticking close to home, such as the being or place they are protecting.
 
  
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Guardian hellhounds are more sizable compared to the Hunters. Being more built and slightly more muscular to the Hunters (this is not a Bel/Dag/Amt requirement). Guardians usually are the ones that protect or is more protective of their possessions that are they are guarding it can come from anywhere from a person to a place or a group that they will protect.
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======'''''Known Hellhounds'''''======
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*[[Orthrus]]
  
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How to tell if the hound is a Guardian:
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*[[Astrok Dracojaws]]
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Guardians are commonly lighter on the color spectrum, hitting the lower shades of red. Black and gold are the colors that this type will use for its markings. This helps in aiding them in keeping themselves hidden and stick to the shadows.
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Soul Hunters have a stronger presence in a leadership category. They guide those who wish to follow, whether it be monster, man, or spirit. Not all guardians are leaders though.
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This class of hellhound is known to be more aggressive. Challenging those who are willing to continue pursuing a fight with them. Though they don’t particularly like being around others and dwelling in the shadows. If you are lucky enough to get close to one they may be willing to pick a good fight.
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They seek out those who are ill or dying, knowing that they will soon pass and they can obtain their next meal.
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Hunters are known to be on the darker scale of reds. White and gold are commonly seen etched across the body of these hounds. Though it makes them more noticeable, they are still as reclusive as Guardians.
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Elders are he five oldest members of the race. After years of being a hellhound, Elder can be achieved by showing both qualities of the two subraces. These hellhounds are allowed to wear both black, white, gold markings. Their black fur contains some white fur from age.
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Latest revision as of 03:10, 26 December 2019


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[edit] Description:

These creatures are barbaric canine like creatures who have an unquenchable hunger for killing. Hellhounds are known to attack anything that moves, and for this reason their god Noomah created targets (i.e: other monsters such as gnolls, skavens, kobolds, lizardfolk, etc.). Those these chaotic creatures aren’t always barbaric, some may have more noble tendencies than others.


[edit] Creation Lore:

From the shadows appeared a god with four eyes. One who could see from all angles. They stood out amongst the lost and wandering spirits. Slowly would it move with them, watching them as they aimlessly navigated the darkness of limbo. Soon the god grew lonesome amongst the spirits and decided to venture to the surface above to seek more. Even then they felt lonely and thought that to create a creature to follow them on their travels. A creature whose bloodlust was immense enough to match their own. Once the sun begun to rest for the night, they knelt to the grounds and scooped a handful of sand and ash from the ground. Attempting several times to create something from these items of the earth. But without structure it would crumble upon the ground. Never ceasing the attempts they decided to build a structure from a pile of scattered bones that lay strewn upon the ground. Binding them together with twine, and other materials. There in front of them stood 5 structures created from bones of other deceased creatures. Pleased with their efforts, the god decided to try fusing the sands and ashes to the structure using fire. As the ashes were fused to the bone, it begun to turn a brilliant red. The god was pleased with this and continued their work until finally, the creatures that were mere boney structures had shape to them. The beings that stood before them, lifeless, were still missing something though. The god looked around to see what he could use to finish his little creations. A thick creatures skull lay further off to the side, this would be what the god would use to finish these monsters. Picking up the skull and proceeding to fuse it to the body of the biggest creature. Soon after the rest had skulls similar to the first, the god eyed the creatures before him as a wide grin formed across his face. These monster would be a hell on this world, but the smile the god had soon faded as it realized they were not moving. This was something the god had not thought of in advance. Eyeing the creatures once more he decided to imbue their creations with pieces of their own soul. As the god did this, they begun to move, at first tumbling about, their footing not quite there. Once the creatures begun to move more and gain their footing, they begun to snap their jowls at one another, the god did not like this but knew it was the fact that they had no urge to control their bloodlust. After letting his creatures have their fun, the god thought of a different way to have these mindless beings control their urges to kill. Seeing them as they roamed around harming anything and everything that moved. Causing rukus and many unneeded or unnecessary deaths. The god thus decided to create targeted beings that these creatures would focus their minds to. Once the god had given them certain targets, he let his canine like creations go. The two biggest ones in the lead as they furthered their distance from the god. Tales rose about these monstrous creatures shortly after they left the side of their god, tales of suffering and pain.


[edit] Symbols/Markings:

Hellhound symbols may include ones that if a hellhound follows their god or not, or to show they no longer follow Noomah. Other symbols may include age, or where they sit in respects to their fellow hellhounds. Markings range from hellhound to hellhound, some may have more intricate markings to show their rank, or age. While others may use markings to show off their fanciness, and class.


[edit] Signifiers:

Signifiers may include:

- A skeletal mask (this can be of ANY creature.. variety is welcome.)

- Furs, this may range from white or black pelts that are draped anywhere on the body.

- Red… hellhounds are red to distinguish them from other creatures.

- Eye color (*this isn’t required but would be neat*), these colors can range from greys, yellows, reds, or solid black.


[edit] Known Hellhounds
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