Chapter 52 Griffin 3
On a coincidence, two or several griffin beasts (usually males, two brothers are the most typical combination) will form a team to hunt together. This situation will stop until one of them finds a partner, and therefore may only be a short period of time, but may also be like this for life (poor singles...). Unlike cautious couples, such single couples act carelessly and are more likely to be seen. Given their loyalty, they may reunite due to any situation even after separation.
The language of the griffin beast is like a synthesis of roar and roar, including many descriptive words about flying, hunting, weather and appearance. Griffin beasts can swim like tigers, but they must have to dry their feathers before flying. Because the sky is tidy, griffin beasts will always come to bathe for a while in a day.
Because griffin's nests are often built on those high cliffs, their sharp eyes will not miss a thief, and their claws will not let a thief go. But because griffin likes shiny things, they are sometimes thieves themselves. Many gems are often found in their nests, and bottles containing yào agents. However, most of these bottles will not be complete, because griffin likes to fly to high altitude and throw it down just to hear the crisp sound of the shattering of glass when it hits the stone. Fur, clothing, and leather products are usually torn to pieces by the claws. Magic scrolls and magic books will end up the same way if they are not specially protected. Only solid metal products can survive safely." Don Juan Xiaogang then introduced to everyone that it seems that he is really an encyclopedia.
"I believe many people want to know the secret to taming griffins. Here is an ancient text." Don Juan Xiaogang said: "Unlike other predators, griffins rarely fight. The male always carefully protects the female, even if they are not spouses. The strong loyalty and sense of honor make the griffins the best comrades better than war horses or other flying mounts. Griffins are born to be suitable for fighting, brave and fearless. But training one
A griffin is not as easy as training a war horse. The horse is very gentle and has a sense of security and identity with each other when he is with his fellows. However, the griffin is independent and stubborn, unwilling to fight with others. At the same time, it needs a vast space to move. Once trapped in a cage, it will refuse to eat, and no trainer will be stupid enough to whip a proud and powerful griffin. It is indeed very difficult to force the griffin to do anything.
In fact, it is quite difficult to obtain a griffin beast. It is much harder to tame a big chick than most people think. The chick is less than three months old and the first feather begins to be trained before it grows. If it is late, 10 of it may not accept new "family". If it is still abused, the disagreement may increase by 20 per month (capital care is considered abuse). If it does not follow the chick's wishes, the chick is likely to attack its owner.
To fully utilize its abilities, the taming of young birds certainly includes hunting training. Outdoor training is a course that both riders and griffins must participate in. Although flying is the instinct of griffins, chicks still need to patiently persuade them to start flying. During the training, they must also teach special skills that they should know during adventures, such as airdrop bombs or plundering something on the ground.
However, a rider will not be able to fly as fast as a griffin beast. He has to practice for at least 11 to 16 weeks, and using animal talk techniques or similar spells can shorten the adaptation process by 2 to 5 weeks. Those who are not smart enough and cannot sit steadily can be tied to the griffin beast as luggage, or carried by it. Griffin beasts can carry things that are equivalent to their weight, but of course it will not be too long. Items below 300 pounds are considered light loads, 300 to 600 pounds are considered medium loads, and 600 to 900 pounds are considered heavy burdens. Its claws are sharp and sharp, which can grasp objects, but may also damage objects as a result. The trained griffin beast can also pull away the entire iron or a long fence. There are often many rapid rises and falls in the flight of griffin beasts. It is common for passengers with poor patience to faint.
Fortunately, the adventurer happened to rescue the griffin trapped in the trap or cured its wounds. If it could be regarded as one of its members, the griffin would be willing to contribute to the adventure team. Because in this case, it would only encounter adult griffin, so there was no need to fly and hunt training.
Treat griffins as they do when they are horses. It is not tolerated to be locked in a cage, tied up, branded, bridle, and tied reins. A trained war horse will follow verbal commands and gestures. A griffins are smarter and can understand more complex instructions. Saddles are even more inappropriate. Saddles designed for griffins must take into account their wings and must not hinder flight. Saddles are generally placed before or after the wings. Sitting behind the wings may be more comfortable, but the rider's vision is not good, which is not conducive to combat. Side-sitting saddles are not within consideration at all. If the saddle is made of horse skin, they may be eaten immediately. Decorations are rarely used because they will reduce flight speed and reduce maneuvering. Simple and lightweight head and neck armor and xiong armor can be used, but their weight must be lighter than the weight of a rider.
As a mount, the difference between griffin beasts and horses is not limited to the above points. Griffin beasts will not be frightened by hares, birds or shadows, but horses will not chase rabbits, wild deer or other horses because of hunger. The horses will not be furious because of dissatisfaction with the rider's beating. Griffin beasts are brave, but fierce; loyal, but can do so. The male griffin beasts are not only stronger than females, but also more calm and patient. Unfortunately, having a griffin mount can cause other troubles.
A knight who rides griffin beasts all year round will inevitably be contaminated with its breath. When he wants to transfer to horses, how can he not be afraid of the horses smelling the most terrible natural enemy? Also, after the trip, the heroes go to the city to rest, and the horses can be stored in the stables, but where should their loyal griffin beasts go? Will the residents of the city believe that this big guy is not hurting? Any horse image is enough to drive it crazy. Even when the owner is eating the fried row, his/her baby griffin beast will not stay beside him.
Griffin has a big appetite. When not flying, you have to eat 25 to 30 pounds of fresh rosine a day, which will be half or doubled when flying, depending on the weight it bears when flying. Hungry griffin is quite dangerous. It will not eat its loyal owner, but others will not be so lucky. Traveling with a companion who has a griffin as a pet must have great courage or absolutely sufficient food reserves." Don Juan Xiaogang's profound explanation makes him look like a scholar now, not a wretched poet.
"The horns that griffins often play are to punish humans who are greedy for money. If the plains with high cliffs are covered with precious gems, those who collect these shiny gems regardless of their life danger will inevitably be punished. Because griffins' nests are often built on those high cliffs, their sharp eyes will not miss a thief, and their sharp claws will not let a thief go. But because griffins like shiny things, sometimes they are thieves themselves, in their nests
Many gems are often found, and bottles containing yào agents. However, most of these bottles are not complete, because the griffin beast likes to fly to high altitude and throws it down just to hear the crisp sound of the shattering of glass when it hits the stone. Fur, clothing, and leather products are usually torn to pieces by sharp claws. Magic scrolls and magic books will end up the same if they are not specially protected. Only solid metal products can survive safely." Don Juan Xiaogang explained.
Chapter completed!