Capalléan Kick. If a Capalléan moves at least 20 feet straight toward a target and then hits it with a talons attack on the same turn, the target takes an extra 1d4 slashing damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC13 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Beak. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.
Talons. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (2d4 + 3) slashing damage.
Description
In some lands horses are replaced by a breed of large flightless birds. Well known for their yellow feathers, gentle nature, and their distinct odor and chirp.
Given their strength enough to carry a rider, incredible running speed, and loyal nature; Capalléan are bred as effective mounts. Though animal-like in appearance and nature, Capalléan are intelligent enough to understand the speech of the races they live among. Though capable of following complex instructions they are easily distracted should fresh
vegetables, particularly their favorite Gysahl Greens, catch their eye.
In the wild they can be found in almost any terrain and are mostly peaceful creatures, living in flocks that migrate over wide areas like herds of horses. Though Capalléan will defend themselves and their young, particularly with their powerful legs and talons.
Capalléan Breeding. Though primarily yellow, Capalléan racing is a popular sport in many lands and careful breeding has led not only to Capalléans of vastly different colored
feathers but also increased abilities. Capalléan adapted for travel over certain terrain, such as swimming Capalléan or even ones that can fly. However such breeds are incredibly rare and heavily sought out by collectors and adventurers alike.
Trained Mounts. Capalléans can be easily trained as beasts of burden or as swift mounts for travel and for warfare. Though any Capalléan is a fierce combatant if pressed, it takes special training to prepare them for war. But a battle-hardened bird combines the loyalty of a well trained horse with the Capalléan's intelligence. Should one's rider fall they will either carry them to safety or defend their body fiercely. A trained riding Capalléan can cost as much as 400 gold coins, and the rarer breeds can cost well over ten times as much.