Donkey rat

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Donkey rat
(Creature)

Type
Animal
CR
¼
Environment
Any
Alignment
Source: The Inner Sea World Guide, pg(s). 254

The donkey rat or capybara is a small rodent that has become popular as a pet among the people of Avistan.12

Appearance

The size of small dogs, donkey rats are usually white or gray in color. They have long rear legs, and a short, furry tail.1

Habitat and ecology

This rodent in native to Avistan's west coast. It has been caught and domesticated, becoming a popular pet to the peoples of the region. In addition to being a pet, a donkey rat's meat is considered quite good. The gamy taste and its status as a pet mean that the urban populace considers it to be a meal only fit for those living in remote, uncivilized areas.1 They are also sometimes taken by spellcasters as familiars, particularly among dwarves and gnomes.34

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 James Jacobs, et al. The Inner Sea World Guide, 254. Paizo Inc., 2011
  2. Jonathan H. Keith, et al. “Weapons, Armor, and Adventuring Gear” in Adventurer's Armory, 15. Paizo Inc., 2010
  3. Amanda Hamon, et al. “Racial Animals” in Animal Archive, 5. Paizo Inc., 2013
  4. Jason Bulmahn, et al. “Chapter 1: Spellcasters” in Ultimate Magic, 17. Paizo Inc., 2011