>>5940869>>5940891>>5940894>>5941270Setting out to explore to the southeast, following a good portion of the river in that direction, until we come upon a large and beautiful lake. This lake, and the plains and trees surrounding it, are a prime nesting and hunting territory for giant eagles. These giant eagles are not as large as the rocs our people have seen, but they are nonetheless large and majestic.
The lake environs is also home to a species of wolves that, upon initial viewing, look identical to the wolves we have discovered previously, but it is quickly discovered that there is something else beneath the surface. These wolves approach us openly, as if to assess our scouts and judge them, and it seems we pass their judgment.
These wolves possess bright blue eyes. They are inherently lawful good creatures, and drawn to those who are not evil. Though still beasts, they are intelligent and readily ally and bond with our wolf scouts. What's more, these wolves are able to cast restoration magic upon others to heal them of their wounds, proving to be even more capable companions, particularly to those in battle. These are Paladin Wolves, and they have been domesticated by our civilization for free.
As we explore the northeastern corner of the lake, we find a land containing a coastal region home to terrifying animals: fin-backed aquatic dinosaurs known as spinosauruses, and gargantuan monstrous crabs known as siege crabs. These dangerous animals compete against each other in brutal displays over territorial conflicts.
Further east, we discover another large lake; this territory is home to ferrets and sugar melons.
