Concerning Pokeyfoots...

Concerning Pokeyfoots...

Pokeyfoots, or Pokeyfeet, are a small quadruped species with four single-digit paws, two downy "ears," and a matching tail. They also have large eyes, and doe-like horns of varying shapes and sizes. Ordinarily, these are just short nubs that help them in combat, but so to speak, some Pokeyfoots bring larger knives to the knife fight. Longer points have been observed in some, and even branching horns or small antlers in others.

Their behaviors are markedly cat-like. They sit in a loaf, sunbathe, and track items of interest with big eyes and bigger pounces. Whether they're social or loners depends on the individual. They're incredibly hardy as well; Pokeyfoots can live in any climate - forest, coast, mountains, desert, etc. - and can adapt to new environments in a short time. A Pokeyfoot who lived with others in woodlands could strike out on their own in arid badlands just fine. Also, much like an animal with summer and winter coats of different colors, Pokeyfoots can also grow in new pelts to better match their biome changes. Their colors might grow more muted to blend in with dark places, or lighter for snowy climes. Their pattern, however, typically remains the same.

Studies show - and Pokeyfoots generally agree - that their ears are the evolutionary remnant of much larger wings. While it's mere myth to some, others confidently claim that ancestors of their race were once cherubim, sent to earth to watch over the happenings of mortals with their wide, brilliant eyes. Since that age long ago, they've settled into forms more fit for their environment in the long run. A rare few Pokeyfoots still exist with these longer, feathered ears and tails, hinting some truth to the old tales. It can also still be noted how protective and watchful some Pokeyfoots are over those they care about, but others have happily adapted to cat-brain and pounce on falling leaves, not a thought behind those eyes.