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Origin: Berinu (plains)
The Ghyralis Charger is a massive, herbivorous creature native to the plains of Berinu, known for its stampeding, grazing behavior that shapes the region’s open landscapes. Its robust, charging physique allows it to cover vast distances, trampling vegetation to maintain clearings. Non-aggressive unless provoked, it was historically revered by Berinese tribes as a symbol of unstoppable momentum, though its stampedes posed risks to early settlements. Its presence indicates fertile, grassy ecosystems, making it a key marker for agricultural surveys, but its unpredictable charges remain a hazard for expeditions.
Ghyralis Chargers inhabit Berinu’s open plains, favoring expansive, grassy landscapes with fertile soils. Their grazing and stampeding maintain clearings, preventing overgrowth, but they avoid dense forests or wetlands due to their need for open terrain to charge and graze.
Found at low elevations, typically from sea level to 1 km, Ghyralis Chargers dominate Berinu’s plain ecosystems. They are rarely seen above 1.5 km, as higher elevations lack the grassy, open terrain required for their movement and feeding.
Berinu’s warm temperate to subtropical climate, averaging 15–30°C, supports the Ghyralis Charger’s physiology. The region’s steady warmth and humidity, driven by southern stellar influences, foster lush grasslands ideal for grazing. They struggle in colder or arid biomes.
Adapted to seasonal rains and convection winds that nourish Berinu’s plains, Ghyralis Chargers withstand mild flooding but are vulnerable to rare stellar disruptions (Izhara’s plasma storms), which can disrupt grazing patterns. Seismic activity may trigger stampedes, posing risks to expeditions.
Ghyralis Chargers live 20–50 years, with rapid growth in the first 5 years and maturity at 10 years. They reproduce frequently in fertile seasons, supporting large herds.
Mature Ghyralis Chargers stand 2.0–2.4 meters at the shoulder, with broad, muscular bodies suited for charging. Juveniles (under 5 years) range from 1–1.5 meters.
Estimated at 3.5–4.0 tonnes, reflecting their dense, muscular structure optimized for stampeding, comparable to the Gelivox Stalker (3.5–4.0 tonnes).
The Ghyralis Charger’s stampeding behavior shaped Berinu’s plains during the Era of Absolute Expansion (~3,000 years before modern Geba), supporting agricultural expansion but endangering early settlements. Its role in maintaining open ecosystems benefits farming, but unpredictable charges complicate exploration. Expedition teams should use sensors to track herd movements and avoid plains during peak grazing seasons. Its exclusive range to Berinu’s plains restricts its impact to grassy biomes.