Bijeko-Lisea-Nas

Pictured: In the Wood of the Gamesmen, and the Afrikaanian Woodlands the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas tends to appear more orange, golden, or reddish-brown in coloration, whereas in other regions it may appear more gray or brown, or even green, as is the case in certain regions of central Corum.

A sketch of a Bijeko-Lisea-Nas.

In red, the range of the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas.

A ferocious, solitary land predator, the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas is a prominent cause of concern for anyone crossing along the long highways of Northern Corum, especially for those individuals who risk traveling alone. Reaching sizes of up to three meters long, and weights of up to 700 pounds, this creature features a set of extraordinarily powerful jaws, which it uses to crush the skull of its helpless prey. In light of its fearsome reputation, hunters across the region often leave portions of their kills scattered across the country-side, as a sort of offering to this powerful predator.

In the contemporary views of the Pallisican Religion, the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas is closely associated with the Pallisican Host Spirit. The Bijeko, according to some Pallisican denominations, is the permanent companion of the Host Spirit.

Found in 6 out of 20 Pallisican cities in Corum, this species is common.

Vocalizations

Hunting Calls

A large, solitary creature, the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas is an endurance predator which is known to stalk its prey for days or weeks at a time, sometimes across over one-hundred kilometers. Unusually, the Bijeko seems to have little regard for stealth or concealment. Rather than hiding itself, the Bijeko, while hunting, will frequently emit a very loud whistle, or chirping vocalization so as to constantly remind any prey of its presence. Hearing this frequent call, the prey of the Bijeko becomes increasingly stressed at the knowledge that it is being hunted, until it eventually goes insane and simply gives up its will to flee. This particular vocalization is well known to those who travel along the highways of Corum; those who hear it are known to immediately utter a special prayer for protection.

Below, a recording of the hunting call of the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas, recorded in the Afrikaanian Woodlands:

Hunting Call of the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas.

Barking Calls

Though generally a silent, solitary predator, the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas will sometimes form pairs, or small groups of three or four members, especially while hunting during mating season. During these periods, the Bijeko will communicate with one another using a broad range of vocalizations, some more complex than others. Notable such vocalizations include a very loud barking sound, which the Bijeko emits to alert its hunting companions of a potential kill. This vocalization is capable of temporarily stunning any unsuspecting prey, which sometimes allows for an easy kill for the Bijeko.

Below, a recording of the barking call of the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas, recorded in the Afrikaanian Woodlands:

Barking Call of the Bijeko-Lisea-Nas.