Simurgh

Simurghs are massive creatures with hawk-like bodies and heads like canines. They are native to the Oderan Wilds of Marquet and are sometimes used as mounts in Jrusar.

Description
A simurgh's plumage is typically crimson. Their canine heads range from wolf-like to dog-like depending on their lineage. Simurghs are considered dangerous if spooked in the wild.

History
The Wilders who ride simurghs are called sky wardens. At any given time, 20 to 40 are patrolling the skies above Jrusar.

When the Campaign Three adventuring party broke into Dugger's home, a sky warden quickly spotted their suspicious activity at the door and descended to investigate, but the party slipped away into the house before they were caught.

Trivia
Simurghs are creatures from Persian folklore.