Borrius

== Overview ==
Borrius was a species of fish-like, possibly amphibian monster which dwelt in waters off the Opian coast. The Borrii were grotesque in appearance, mostrously large and extremely deadly; they possessed the ability to spew a highly potent acidic substance at their prey. They were hailed in Opian culture as one of the Kingdom's most "villainous" predators - being featured across various tales and songs. Due to the Opialands' violent history with (and loathing of) its vicious neighbouring Kingdom to the north, The Borrows, it can be inferred that the rival kingdom is the namesake of the dreaded Borrius.
== Physical Characteristics ==
The Borrius possessed very fine scales which gave the creature a slimy and shiny appearance. The scales were generally of a sickly grey-ish hue, but various patches of discolouration would usually be present on the scales of specimens. From under their scales, a Borrius would excrete an oil which was known to be corrosive to human flesh, making them dangerous to touch.
The creature had several layers of stubby teeth, the frontal ones often eerily resmebling those of a human, which it used to crush its prey - due to its strong jaw, its bite was strong enough to crush dense bones and even sections of the hulls of boats. It had several eyes (the number varying between specific specimens) to ensure that the beast never lost sight of its prey. They were also able to spew acidic substances from their large stomachs at will, sometimes up to 5 metres, which could burn through certain materials.
Although they had dorsal pelvic and anal fins much like a typical fish, in place of pectoral fins the Borrius seemed to have frog-like legs which it could use to hoist itself on land (but could not walk); however the species has only been noted to do so on wetlands and for short periods.
The Borrius' flesh was generally considered too vile in smell and taste for human consumption so a dead Borrius was usually left to rot. The oil from its scales was highly toxic to humans and could be made into poisons and, with the right blend, was only noticeable by its putrid smell; as an ingredient it was rarely used.
== Diet ==
The diet of a Borrius consisted of meat and fish although the creature would ingest anything caught in its ferocious bite - inedible materials would be regurgitated along with the Borrius' potent acids.
== Behaviour ==
Borrii would spend most of their time patrolling the seas in search of prey, such as other sea creatures and even boats. Once the prey was located, they were chased relentlessly by the powerful swimmer. In some situations, the Borrius would even crawl onto land to try to catch its prey.
== In Culture ==
Category:Creatures