Kirin are much like unicorns, but come from a far off land across the ocean where their kind is revered. Many Kawani believe them to be a foreign counterpart to their native uni soquili.
Kirin are tend to be very shy and kind in nature (but this is a stereotype, and not a rule). It is said they would never harm another living thing and even avoid stepping on ants, or swatting flies. Kirin have the innate ability to even walk on grass without trampling a single blade. Legends say that Kirin cannot stand the sight of blood. They are invariably vegetarians and will never eat meat. However, even though they are gentle, if an innocent is threatened by the wicked, then kirin can become fierce, and there is much that can be done without necessarily drawing blood, if that legend is true.
Kirin are based on one of the many types of mythical kirins and can have either a curved or antler type horn as well as scales. They are skilled in meditation (calming techniques) and acupuncture (pressure points) that can be used to help other soquili.
Legend has it that they bring their owners serenity. Kiris can also walk on water for no more than 10 minutes through meditation (those talented at this could befriend Kelpi and Mer soqs quite easily.) Like unicorns, however, some are hunted for the magical properties of their horn, or the legend that eating their flesh can impart magical powers.
note: The custom kiri created before 6/14/08 will retain the healing properties of a uni (kind alike a kiri/uni cross) as well as the kiri specific qualities if the owner wishes. Retagging isn't necessary but can be done if preferred.
