Vixenography: The Shinkae by Daz1971
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Description
Introduction
Shinkae are predatory carnivores feared by all the races of Sarodor. They hunt in small packs, also known as raids or troupes, and are notable for their ferocity in combat as well as their fearsome appetite. Their diet consists mainly of herbivores such as cows, sheep and horses, but attacks on orcs and humans are frequent.
Physical Characteristics
Shinkae resemble young, winged human females, and have long, pointed ears that aid in their hunt for prey. Their wings take on a variety of shapes and colours - often butterfly-like in appearance - and allow them highly-maneuverable, graceful flight at speeds of up to 80kph.
The Shinkae age slowly, usually looking no older than human teenagers toward the end of their 350-year lifespan. They also possess strength that belies their small, youthful frames, and while feeding can retract their human-like teeth into their gums to expose an inner row of small, razor sharp fangs designed specifically for tearing flesh from bone.
There are no male Shinkae. See Reproduction below.
Method Of Killing
Shinkae have a finely tuned bundle of neural receptors that allow them to sense potential prey from a considerable distance. With training and deep concentration, some Shinkae have even learned to sense their prey's thoughts and feelings, an effort that causes the Shink
Comments (9)
svdl
Cool collage! And they look deceptively sweet. Not your ordinary kind of fairy! An original concept indeed.
Danceswithroos
What an amazing imaginative post. Just brilliant!
dricci
Excellent collage!! your creativity is awesome!! ;) dave
KCRanger
Whoa! I would never have guessed how viscious the shinkae really are. Excellent work!
ericfarris
Wonderful Darren, it's all your Art in one post (lol) - MAGNIFIC !!! I love it!!! Bravo - EXCELLENT WORK!!!!
DennisReed
Farout Bio! Of course all us that read your wonderful Vixen Saga, knows well the way of the Shinkae and each of the magnificent illustrations that accompany it! Bravo!
Rynn
Wonderful idea to share all these facts about the Shinkae. Several of these facts are known to the Vixen fans ofcourse but it is nice to have many facts written down now. The picture is a great collage, really beautiful. I can't wait for what is coming next. :D
Othosmops
Highly impressive record! And a nice view onto your character and scene development too!
Axeye
Fabulous composite image with so many beautiful scenes and your intro is fantastic! This is an epic work! Excellent!