#environment friendly diet

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5 Reasons to choose environment friendly diet

Each of our daily food choices significantly impacts the environment. We can make an important contribution to the reduction of greenhouse gases, conservation of water, and biodiversity protection through an environment friendly diet. Changing to a climate-friendly diet doesn't mean having to sacrifice flavor or diversity. Instead, it is simply about making choices that benefit us both in terms of health and planet.

1. Prioritize Plant-Based Foods

An Environmentally friendly diet inherently requires fewer resources to be produced, so start substituting your meals with more fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. Start with your "Meatless Monday" or plant-based recipes that do not depend on animal-based food, which is usually produced resource intensively.

2. Opt for seasonal and local foods

Buying local and seasonal produce reduces carbon footprint due to transportation and storage. Farmers' markets and community-supported agriculture programs are excellent sources of fresh, seasonal food. What's more, eating seasonally ensures you enjoy the freshest flavors while supporting local economies.

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3. Minimize Food Waste

Food waste is one of the major causes of climate change globally. Composting is another excellent way to turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil, reducing methane emissions from landfills.

4. Opt for Sustainable Proteins

If you do consume meat or fish, ensure it is sourced sustainably. Poultry is also preferable to beef or lamb since it has a lower impact on the environment. Sustainable seafood that's been certified by organizations such as the MSC, Marine Stewardship Council, can also be considered.

5. Limit Processed Foods

Highly processed foods often come with a larger carbon footprint due to extensive manufacturing and packaging. Focus on whole, unprocessed ingredients to reduce your environmental impact and improve your health.

With these minor yet practical changes, you can bring your eating culture in harmony with your environment. It is not just your responsibility toward climate-friendly diet tips; rather, it serves as one step toward greater collective action for a sustainable future.

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Looking for a simple way to reduce waste in your life? Try reducing your food waste to start! Yes, bad food can be composted, but for many that's a nuisance, or not easily feasible- and, food you throw out is money in the bin. So here's 5 easy steps to reduce your food waste:

Keep a food journal for 1 week, with two columns. Column A is food you've bought (and the packaging it came in), column B is food you (or someone else) have eaten.

At the end of the week, tally up the difference, and write up everything you had to throw out: the packaging as well as any components you couldn't eat (bones, stalks, seeds, etc).

Assess this list. Next to each item of packaging, figure out if there is a low or zero waste swap. For example, glass milk bottles instead of plastic, loose veggies instead of in those silly bags, whole chicken rather than a bunch of pieces wrapped in too much plastic, bulk bin nuts rather than a lined bag, etc. Next to each item you couldn't eat, write things you could possibly do with those components. Broth from bones, calcium powder from eggshells, pickled watermelon rinds, anything, even if you might not actually want to eat it.

Use this information to write up exactly what you should have bought. Eliminate straight away anything you didn't eat, implement the lower waste options, and note next to each item what you could do with the excess.

Use what you have learned to approach your next shopping trip differently. You can use that exact list, or you can write a new list just as mindfully. Perhaps you need to shop more frequently for less food, so things stop going bad before your next trip. Perhaps you need to plan ahead and bring a list to the store. No matter what, it'll take time for you to adjust- but just repeat these steps every now and again to refine your approach to food, and you'll be well on your way to cutting down waste.

[valentinebitchbaby]

My friend gave her hamster to me because she was moving cross-country and couldn’t bring him with her. His cage is one of those small wire double-decker cages and I feel so bad 😭 I can’t afford to get him a new cage for like over a month :(

[liu-yu-xin]

Do u think becoming child labourers at elementary school/middle school ages stunted the growth of nct dream members. Like is there a universe where mark is a 5'11 business major who just graduated from u of t? Or where jaemin is a 6 foot tall surgeon or something? Much to think about. I have a project due in 15 hours that i haven't started btw

[ujusttry]

The Ultimate Guide to an Environment-Friendly Diet: Eating for a Greener Planet

An environment-friendly diet is a conscious way of eating that minimizes the impact of food production on the planet. By focusing on sustainable, plant-based foods, reducing meat consumption, and choosing local produce, we can help preserve natural resources and reduce our carbon footprint. This guide explores how to adopt an environment-friendly diet and why it matters for the health of our…

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7 Days Cardioprotective Vegan Diet Plan

7 Days Cardioprotective Vegan Diet Plan Embarking on a journey towards heart health doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or variety. Our 7-day cardioprotective vegan diet plan is not just a menu—it’s a celebration of delicious, nutrient-dense choices that can make your heart sing. Let’s explore this plant-powered adventure together. Day 1: Plant-Powered Beginnings Breakfast: Energizing…

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Green Eating: How to Make Sustainable Food Choices

Explanation of the connection between food and the environment Food production and consumption have a significant impact on the environment. The way we grow, process, and distribute food affects land use, water resources, and greenhouse gas emissions. On the other hand, the environment also has a significant impact on food production, from weather patterns affecting crop yields to environmental…

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Berylian Pikachu

Electrodent Pokémon Type: Electric/Dragon Size: 2'00" | 26.5 lbs Ability: Fluffy or Thunderous: The Pokémon electrifies its body, allowing it to deal additional Electric damage with its physical moves and to attackers that make direct contact. The effect increases with an active Electric Terrain, but is canceled by sandstorms and other sand and mud-based moves. Hidden Ability: Electric Surge Evolution Method: Evolves from Pichu by leveling up with high friendship while in the Beryl Region

Description: Berylian Pikachu, unlike their temperate forest-dwelling counterparts, are adapted to the harsher, less wooded environments of Beryl. By changing their diet and becoming gluttonous, they have evolved to be larger, fluffier, with more muscle and fat, sacrificing speed and agility for enhanced physical attack, defense, and stamina. This allows Berylian Pikachu to deliver powerful blows, run long distances, and better protect young Pichu from predators. The mystical energy of the Beryl region also granted this line a Dragon-type, making them more aggressive and hostile towards most Pokémon, except other electric rodents. Berylian Pikachu's fluffy fur retains the electricity that is discharged from their cheeks, enabling them to electrify their physical moves or generate an electric shield when overcharged. Unlike the common Pikachu, the Berylian variant is nomadic, rarely staying in one place for long. When colonies meet, half of the newly evolved Pikachu migrate to new groups. Annually, during the rainy season, the oldest Pikachu gather in crystal-rich areas, causing storms as they dance until triggering their evolution into Gorachu.

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Gorachu

Jackalope Pokémon Type: Electric/Dragon Size: 4'07" | 154.3 lbs Ability: Fluffy or Thunderous Hidden Ability: Electric Surge Evolution Method: Evolves from Berylian Pikachu while using Dragon Dance with an active Electric Terrain

Description: After completing the mysterious ritual, Berylian Pikachu evolve into Gorachu. While Gorachu become more friendly towards other Pokémon, they remain fiercely protective and aggressive when their colony is threatened. They develop belly pouches to carry young Pichu and their food, ensuring safety from any dangers during travels. In the wild, Gorachu collectively care for all the young Pichu, treating others' offspring as their own. Once trained, they become loyal partners, even babysitting their trainers' own children and other baby Pokémon. Using their powerful legs, Gorachu are able to leap great distances; however, their large size and lack of agility make it hard to stop or change direction quickly. When facing an opponent, they can lash by bashing them with their fluffy, electrified tails and jabbing with their horns, which are made of crystallized electric energy. If their horns break, they will grow back larger than before, symbolizing strength and experience. Berylian people craft accessories from these horn fragments, believing they bring luck and happiness. Some researchers speculate that Berylian Pikachu and Gorachu are the original forms of Pikachu and Raichu, with common variants being adaptations to less harsh environments; Kantonian myths and an article in the Scarlet book support this theory.

Berylian Pikachu and Gorachu were commissioned, designed by, and belong to Daraen. Thanks!

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It’s time to break down the top ten pets we covered this past year before we move into the next! These pokémon would each make good house pets for most owners, and come with our official recommendation. This post will give a brief overview of what makes each candidate a top option. A little later, a separate post will provide the links to the full posts for each one. Let’s get into it!

10. Plusle and Minun

Stand-out pokémon from a type that tends to rank pretty lowly on this blog, both plusles and minuns would make good starting pets for someone interested in Electric-Type pokémon. While you’ll need to be careful of their paralyzing moves, some experts believe that these pokémons’ passive electric powers can have surprising health benefits. That being said, their ease of care isn’t the best (feeding these little friends will be more than a little expensive).

9. Piplup

Piplups have quite the reputation for being unfriendly due to their prideful, haughty attitude, but once you break through that prickly exterior they can make a great pet. They aren’t the best Water-Type pokémon in this top ten, but if you’re looking for a new aquatic friend then a piplup may be a good choice for you (so long as you don’t mind swimming in the cold!).

8. Rowlet

Pretty good year for bird-like starter pokémon! Rowlets are great fits for night owls who could spend some time on training. Plus, if you have a pest problem, a rowlet would be more than happy to help you out with it! They’re also just so unbelievable cute (maybe showing some bias there).

7. Nincada

Good news for Bug-Type fans, you’ve got two great options in the top ten this year! Nincadas are pretty low maintenance, so the barrier for entry into caring for one is perfectly low for new owners. As I discussed in their post, however, you will need to keep in mind the commitment that you take on when adopting one: this is one species of pokémon whose entire lifestyle is geared towards evolution. While I have only discussed one of their evolutions thus far (shedinja), the ease of care and threat level of these evolutions is much higher. Experienced bug-type owners won’t have a problem, but newbies would need to consider this heavily before adoption.

6. Lotad

If you’ve got access to a pool of water for a Lotad to chill in, then you’ve got just the right environment for adopting one. These guys are friendly (at least to other pokémon), easy-going, and their needs aren’t very extreme. They may not be the most energetic or “exciting” pets, but lotads are a great candidate for an aquatic pet!

5. Azumarill

Like the lotads under them in this top ten, azumarills are simultaneously easy to care for and friendly, making them a great option. Like most Water-Types that we discuss, any potential azumarill owner will need to provide them with a place to play in the water, which might not be something everyone is able to provide, but beyond that, they would make a great companion. They’re playful, caring, and cute! What else do you need?

4. Snom

My personal favorite out of the top ten, it’s another delightful bug, snom! While there isn’t a vast wealth of data about this species, given how recently they were discovered, there is plenty of indication that they would make a safe, low maintenance pet. They may not be the most expressive, but their diet of snow and relatively low threat level makes them a great candidate, so long as you don’t mind keeping your home cool.

3. Meowth

That’s right, meowths are especially the same as regular cats, making them an excellent pet! Like regular cats, these pokémon are fickle and free-wandering, but the path to their heart is quite simply paved with shiny things. Plus, as a huge bonus, look at that charming face! If you’re a cat person, you’re a meowth person.

2. Dachsbun

So long as you can keep them safe from their many potential predators, due to their sweet smell, a dachsbun would make an excellent pet. Unlike meowths, who are essentially cats, dachsbuns are much more than “just-a-dog”: are you a baker or a farmer? A dachsbun would make the perfect companion for you due to their ability to provide yeast for baking and to help plants grow with their mysterious scent.

And finally, our number one pet option of 2024 is…..

1. Teddiursa

Adorable, safe, small, and easy to care for, teddiursas would make a great pet for any owner. Their diet is made up almost entirely of honey, which is pretty easy to come by. Plus, if you provide your teddiursa with the right raw materials, they can make their own, providing for a perfect play activity that they may even share with you. Just…uh… make sure you use an everstone, and you’ve got the perfect little friend.

Thank you for another great year of blogging! I truly appreciate all the ongoing support, and I hope to be even more active in 2025. Will a non-Normal-Type pokémon finally come out on top next December? Probably not. But let's see!

[acti-veg]

As the link between animal agriculture and climate breakdown becomes clearer, if anything, we are seeing more ordinary people falling over themselves to defend an industry that is destroying our planet, polluting our communities, exploiting animals and human workers. This is especially worrying to see from leftists, in spaces that are supposed to be progressive. I promise you, you do not need to spend your time greenwashing leather and wool, repeating blatant industry propaganda about veganism, 'regenerative agriculture' or whatever other buzzword they're using to sow doubt this week. The industry already spends millions of your dollars to lobby our politicians and influence public opinion; they don't need you to do it for free.

Vox – The greenwashing of wool explained

New Republic – The comforting lie of climate-friendly meat

Guardian – Big Beef’s climate messaging machine

The Breakthrough – Is Feedlot Beef Better for Environment?

International Journey of Biodiversity – Misinformation on Science of Grazed Ecosystems

Food Climate Research Network – Grazed & Confused

Science 2.0 – The regenerative ranching racket

DeSmog – A guide to six greenwashing terms

Truthdig – The backlash to plant-based meats

Independent – Meat & dairy industries downplaying role in climate crisis using tobacco tactics

Guardian – Meat & dairy lobbyists turn out in record numbers at COP28

Greenpeace – How Big Agriculture is borrowing Big Oil’s playbook at COP28

Guardian – Plans to present meat as ‘sustainable nutrition’ at Cop28 revealed

Guardian – Ex-officials at UN farming body say work on methane emissions was censored

Guardian – How UN food body played down role of farming in climate change

QZ – The meat industry blocked the IPCC’s attempt to recommend a plant-based diet

The Times – Red Tractor farms more likely to pollute environment

Influence Map – European meat & dairy industry weaken EU’s climate policies

The Grocer – Meat Industry lobbying behind cultured meat bans

Food Unfolded – Truth, tactics and the mist of meat lobby science

Business Green – Climate lobbying: Are meat and dairy lobbyists the ‘new merchants of doubt’?

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Impact Of Animal Agriculture On Climate – Protecting Our Planet

Livestock farming is considered one of the principal causes of climate change and negative impacts on the environment. As people around the world consume more animal products the effects on global emissions, deforestation, and wildlife are only worsened.

Effect of animal agriculture on climate

Livestock farming and Meat production alone contribute to 14.5% of global greenhouse gases and are more than the contribution by the transport sector. As part of Impact of Animal Agriculture on Climate, these emissions include enteric fermentation of methane, manure production and storage of nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide emission from feed production and feed stuff transportation. Methane for instance, has more mitigated greenhouse effect than carbon di-oxide and this is why livestock farming is a powerful promoter of global warming.

Impact of Animal Agriculture on Climate

Deforestation and land use

Cattle ranching and feed production are some of the main reasons Animal agriculture deforestation of the world’s tropical region occurs. So, while vast swathes of South American forest are cut down to produce pasture for beef cattle or to grow soy, much of which is fed to the animals rather than being consumed directly by people. Animal agriculture deforestation not only liberates the carbon dioxide stored in plants but also causes the elimination of the required resources forcing many species on the edge of extinction.

Water and resource use

To produce animals for food consumption is quite an investment. They require thousands of gallons of water per pound of beef produced; therefore, their utilization of freshwater is highly inapt. Furthermore, as the Impact of Animal Agriculture on Climate, the feed production does require substantial parts of arable land and other areas that can be used in producing crops for direct human consumption.

A call for change

Some solutions for the Impact of Animal Agriculture on Climate and Animal agriculture deforestation are the following – reduce meat consumption and switch to plant-based diets, buy products from sustainable farming, implement non-wasting practices. New choices mean new possibilities; if we all decide to change the way we consume food, then deforestation, loss of bio-diversity and climate change are things of the past.

[plant-diets2savehumans]

It’s amusing to me that beeswax is specifically named here, because it’s eco friendly but non-vegan, when usually veganism is touted AS eco friendly. If truly getting beeswax from a local beehive, this is a great solution. (we’re talking about hand-making the thick wax wraps cheese wheels used to come in, right?) Dunno if it is if it’s not- there are a lot of different plastic alternatives out there

Secondly, unless you are also getting a live or newly dead local chicken that wasn’t fed any store-bought feed, eating chicken in the first place is a Reduce swap you should be making- buy plant food or eggs instead.

This minimizes resources used in the supply chain quite a lot.

Local is best but the swap math works out for regular groceries too if your budget is slim. Egg prices should come back down when the population of chickens recovers from this latest blow. potatoes, oats, rice, legumes, are all the most affordable things that exist.

Easy zero waste tip no. 3: Know your R's

Refuse: If you don't acquire the thing that will become waste in the first place, it won't produce further waste. Simple enough. Refuse that which you do not need. Example: All that cute stuff on that Buzzfeed article? You don't need it. Don't even click the link.

Reduce: If you need something, get the minimum. Note that this doesn't mean the cheapest option- it means the most effective and environmentally friendly option. Example: Instead of buying disposable razors, or a razor with changeable heads, try out a safety razor. Instead of using plastic toothbrushes, try out bamboo, and instead of toothpaste in disposable tubes, try out some toothpaste bits. Instead of buying chicken breasts for one thing and chicken broth for another, get a whole chicken and learn to butcher its meat, and make broth from the skin and bones.

Reuse: This means both being mindful of purchases, so you're only buying things that are reusable whenever possible (Example: use beeswax wrap instead of saran wrap), and repurposing things you've already bought (Example: use those little Oui yogurt containers to start seeds for your garden).

Recycle: Find out what your local recycling program actually recycles, and be mindful. Aluminum is a safe bet most of the time, as is paper/cardboard; but plastics, most of the time, are a dud, so try to refuse, reduce, and reuse plastic whenever possible so you don't even need to worry about recycling it. This also refers to donation- that's another valid way to recycle things!

Rot: If you have a yard, start a compost pile! Just try to get a 50/50 balance of food scraps to brown matter (paper, dry leaves, etc). If you have a freezer, you can stick a container in there to act as a compost thing until you can bring it to a compost facility, such as a local garden, or farm. If you don't have the ability to do either of these things, then you can see if there's a subscription compost service in your area (I used CompostNow for ages, they're great).

Understanding these five principles, and looking at them in this order, can make things easier. Next time you're buying something, or about to throw something away, consider which of these might allow you to reduce your waste output in the future.

[wolf-tail]

Inspired by this post, I've decided to propose a list of hypothetical Primarch fursonas.

Lion El'Johnson: Call me uncreative but it's all in the name. Lion.

Fulgrim: Reticulated python, but the kind specially bred for iridescent scales. Beautiful, dangerous, carefully curated for perfection.

Perturabo: I'm actually stumped here. Open to suggestions.

Jaghatai Khan: Couldn't decide between horse and eagle, so we'll go with hippogriff.

Leman Russ: Basic Bitch #2: Wolf.

Rogal Dorn: Polar bear. Big, dangerous, from a hostile ice environment, white hair.

Konrad Curze: Bat, specifically little brown bat, one of the lil cute fuckers.

Sanguinius: Trumpeter Swan. Beautiful, elegant bird that will absolutely fuck you up if you piss it off.

Ferrus Manus: Scaly-foot gastropod. Weird ass snail that grows iron scales and lives in undersea volcanoes.

Angron: Quokka. Gentle, docile, cute face structured in such a way that it's impossible for it to frown. Everything Angron was made to be but wasn't.

Roboute Guilliman: Domestic bull. Cattle are very...practical animals, if that makes sense. Widespread, useful, strong. Were often used as currency in ancient times. Deceptively "boring", cute as fuck. Sounds like our boy, and we all know how much he likes farms. Moo moo motherfucker.

Magnus the Red: We're going all out on the Egyptian imagery here folks. A gryphon, but with 2 very specific component animals. The sacred ibis is associated with Thoth, a god of wisdom and knowledge. They are also nasty little trash goblins that will raid your dumpster. Barbary lions were associated with kingship, also hair floofy. And fuck it, throw some snakes scales in there too, as Heka, the Egyptian god most strongly associated with magic, had a connection to serpents.

Mortarion: As you can tell, my indecisive ass loves hybrid sonas. Turkey vulture, not traditionally pretty, eats gross and yucky things, so important yet so undervalued. Good sense of smell, especially for a bird. Thematic association with death. Broad diet and adapts well to lots of environments. Spanish moon moth, bug with pretty green and black wings.

Corvus Corax: His name is literally the scientific name for common raven. If it aint't broke, don'y fix it.

Vulkan: Fire salamander/gila monster.

Lorgar: Domestic sheep. The "lamb of God" imagery was too strong. But he's a ram now, angry AF with horns to match.

Horus: Domestic dog. Friendly, charismatic, intelligent, loyal. But can turn on you, given the right circumstances. He'd a mutt, the unnervingly perfect spotty, floppy eared mutt, the "Fido" of an idealized heterosexual white suburban family unit, pickett fence and 2.5 kids. So perfect you can just tell that something is off.

Alpharius and Omegon: Planarian flatworm. You know why.

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Caring for Your Comedic Companion: A Guide to Proper Clown Care

Creating a Clown-Friendly Environment: The Chuckle Chamber

Clowns thrive in environments that stimulate their comedic instincts. Before adopting your clown, ensure you have a dedicated space in your home for them, commonly referred to as the "Chuckle Chamber." If you cannot afford to buy a new enclosure, an old tent painted with stripes can keep your clown happy for the first few months. Equip it with a variety of colorful props, oversized shoes, and a well-stocked assortment of rubber chickens. Ensure the Chuckle Chamber is spacious enough for your clown to express its natural exuberance.

Nutritional Needs: A Diet of Delightful Delicacies

Maintaining a well-balanced and joy-inducing diet is crucial for your clown's health. Offer a mix of cotton candy, popcorn, and custard pies to meet their nutritional needs. For hydration, a continuous supply of seltzer water is recommended. Regularly check for any allergies or sensitivities your clown may have to certain treats. Surprisingly, peanut allergies are common amongst certain breeds of clown.

Exercise and Enrichment: Laughter Workouts

Clowns are energetic beings that require regular exercise and mental stimulation. Engage your clown in laughter workouts, which can include juggling sessions, pratfall practice, and balloon animal sculpting. Introduce new comedic routines to keep their minds sharp and their spirits high.

Grooming: Maintaining the Mirthful Mane

Clown grooming is not just about appearance; it's an essential aspect of their well-being. Regularly check and clean oversized shoes to prevent slips, trim colorful wigs to maintain their vibrant allure, and ensure that the iconic red nose is kept in pristine condition. A well-groomed clown is a happy and confident one.

Veterinary Care: Honk-Checked Health Checks

Regular visits to a certified clown veterinarian are crucial to monitor your companion's health. These professionals specialize in honk-checked health checks, ensuring that your clown is in peak comedic condition. Vaccinations against gloom and routine screenings for joke deficiencies are standard procedures.

Socialization: Playdates with Fellow Funnymakers

Clowns are social beings that thrive on interaction with their own kind. Arrange playdates with fellow clowns to encourage socialization and the exchange of humorous antics. Attend clown conventions, where your companion can partake in the grandeur of collective laughter and collaborative performances.

Understanding Non-Verbal Communication: Mastering the Art of Clownish Signals

Clowns communicate primarily through non-verbal cues, such as honks, squeaks, and exaggerated gestures. Pay close attention to your clown's signals to gauge their mood and preferences. Understanding the art of clownish communication is key to fostering a strong bond with your comedic companion.

Celebrating Special Occasions: Clown Birthdays and Anniversaries

Marking special occasions in your clown's life adds a touch of festivity to their existence. Celebrate birthdays with a clown-sized cake and a chorus of joyous honks. Recognize adoption anniversaries with a memorable performance or a specially crafted routine to commemorate the time spent together.

Providing proper care to your beloved clowns is not just a responsibility but a joyful journey of shared laughter and merriment. By embracing the unique needs and whimsical nature of your clown companion, you'll cultivate a bond that transcends the ordinary, creating a lifetime of cherished comedic moments.

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At times the world can feel like a hostile place, especially with the war raging on. But even before the Church started to crumble to infighting and society itself seemed on the verge of collapse, you would always hear tales of the dangers in the wild. Of Barbed Ogres and ravenous shrews. There seems to be no end to the monsters out there, on top of the deadly nature of even the environment itself. If you were to indulge in all these stories, then you would be terrified to even set foot outside of your home! But one should remember that stories are, indeed, stories, and things are not always as horrifying as it sounds. Despite the wilds being a place where travelers can go missing or where outer villages deal with monster attacks, people still live out there. Trade routes are still open, people build homes and raise families. If it were truly an inhospitable place, then why does so much life occur out there?

While there is indeed hostile wildlife roaming the lands, not all beasts are foul. Even ones known for their great power and deadliness pose little actual threat if one respects them. Do not forget that stories tend to focus on the negative, and the spectacle of these horrible moments often overshadow the dozens, if not hundreds, of interactions that end just fine. Tales are also not written about animals that are perfectly harmless, so these too are often forgotten. If one wants a prime example of the good that can be found in this world, you don't need to look far to see the ever loyal hyaena.

Hyaenas are well known by all on this landmass, as they are a common sight both in the wilds and at home. Who could forget their wonderful patterns, charming cackles and iconic grin? These beasts have long been domesticated by man, and one would have a hard time imagining a world without hyaenas as companions. They are beloved for their playful nature and loyalty, as this species is a very social one. In the wild, they live in clans, and thus are used to interactions, hierarchies and cooperation. Hyaenas are popular as hunting partners, guards, trackers and especially as pets. Due to the sheer variety of jobs they can take, numerous breeds have been developed over the years. Regal hyaenas are known for their long coats and even more dazzling manes (a popular choice for the wealthy and nobles), while Termite Tracker hyaenas have sturdier claws and longer tongues that go with their use of locating colonies. The Common hyaena is obviously the most common, but even as "average" there is a reason this species has been taken in by man.

Hyaenas have potent senses, with a great nose for following scent trails or locating wounded prey. They have incredible stamina, which lets them chase down food and travel for hours without need for rest. Their jaws are powerful and their fused teeth work with these muscles to sever limbs and crack bone. Coming from a life of hunting and scavenging, they are capable of eating nearly any kind of meat, no matter its state. Leftovers from a butchered carcass will be gobbled up without a complaint, which is why these work good as pets for even lower classes. They require no fancy diet and can eat any scraps. While meat is a favorite, they are omnivorous and are capable of dining on plant matter as well. Some breeds even have switched to a more vegetarian diet, no doubt derived from the hyaena species that feed upon fruits and forage from trees.

As mentioned before, wild hyaenas have the potential to be a problem if they are not respected. Some folk may get the impression that any hyaena species is friendly, and then get too close for comfort. For healthy people traveling through the wilds, they should have nothing to fear as long as they stay smart. However, the wounded and sick may draw the attention of a hungry clan, as their diets rely on carcasses and beasts close to death. Harassing these animals no doubt earns their ire, and folks who hunt them for fur and meat will be remembered as foes by the survivors. Sickness can drive some hyaenas into a more aggressive state, and they lash out at anything near them. And with the war going on and fields of bodies being left behind, it should be no surprise that some clans are getting more habituated with eating man. But once again, a lot of trouble can be avoided if one sticks to groups, makes smart decisions and does not act like prey.

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"Hyaena"

In another stroke of genius, I swapped out all the wolves/dogs with hyenas! Utterly brilliant and legally distinct! And they are called hyaenas, even though I have regular shrews! And oliphants despite calling vultures just plain vultures! Why?...I don't know...