Alias: None
Origin: Kela (polar shelves, cliffs)
The Hollowwing Bat is a giant, nocturnal predator native to Kela’s polar shelves and cliffs. Its tough, reptile-like skin protects it from polar conditions while a soft belly remains vulnerable. Very poor vision forces reliance on echolocation and other senses. Historical records from the Era of Absolute Expansion (~3,000 years before modern Geba) describe silent, deadly swoops. Its predatory nature makes it a significant hazard for nighttime exploration.
Hollowwing Bats roost on polar shelves and cliff faces. They favor icy, high-altitude caves and cliffs used as launch points for nocturnal hunts. They avoid dense forests and open plains.
Found at 1–4 km elevation in polar climates averaging -30 to 0°C. They endure snowstorms and icy winds using reptile-like skin for protection. Stellar disruptions rarely affect nocturnal hunts.
Hollowwing Bats live 30–50 years, with rapid growth in the first 5 years and maturity by 10. Reproduction is infrequent due to solitary habits.
Mature individuals have a 5–8 meter wingspan and 2–3 meter body length. Juveniles span 2–4 meters.
Estimated at 100–150 kg, optimized for flight and predation.
The Hollowwing Bat’s reliance on echolocation and poor vision made it a lethal night predator during the Era of Absolute Expansion. Early Kelan hunters targeted the soft belly as a vulnerability. Expedition teams should use sound-based deterrents and avoid cliffside camps at night. Its range is limited to Kela’s polar shelves and cliffs.