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[[File:Antelope (sable) image.jpg|440px|left|Antelope (sable)]]
 
 
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| name = Antelope (sable)
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| name = Sable Antelope
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| species = bovine
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| species = [[Bovine|bovine]]
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| noapp = 4-40
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| noapp = 4–40
 
| behaviour = herd (loose)
 
| behaviour = herd (loose)
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| range = desert, savanna, veldt
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| range = [[Desert (range)|desert]], [[Steppe (range)|steppe]], [[Woodland (range)|woodland]]
 
| size = 4 ft. at shoulder
 
| size = 4 ft. at shoulder
 
| weight = 510 lbs.
 
| weight = 510 lbs.
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| HD = 2
 
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| AP = 8
 
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| THAC0 = 19
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| stride = 20
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| THAC0 = 20
 
| hpdie = d10
 
| hpdie = d10
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| attack = horn butt
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| attack = 1; [[Horns (attack)|twin horns]]
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| dmg = 2-8
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| dmg = horns (2–8)
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| special = none
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| special = [[Charging|charging]]
 
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During these periods, the males will grow quite aggressive. When any of the groups are threatened by outsiders, the antelope will join together and confront them, using their scimitar-shaped horns. An antelope which inhabits the wooded savanna of East Africa, from the Ethiopian highlands south to the Orange River. Often referred to as the black sable because of its dark coat; the skins are prized for their use as floor coverings and in making shields.
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'''Sable antelope''' are large hoofed [[Mammal|mammals]] whose range extends from southern Africa to the Indian Subcontinent. They're often confused with the [[Bluebuck Antelope|bluebuck]]. Preferring wooded areas throughout the savanna, sable antelope can also be found in ranges such as the [[Thar Desert|Thar]] or southern [[Arabian Desert|Arabian]] deserts. Their comes from the rich dark colour of their coat; sable antelope skins are prized for use as floor coverings and [[Shield (armour)|shield]] making.
  
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Males are about one fifth taller and heavier than the female (roll d8 for hp). They form herds of 10 to 30 females and calves led by a single male. Separated from the herd will typically be a "bachelor group" of up to 12 males. Males will fight among themselves to become the lead male, but these fights rarely end in injury. 
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[[File:Antelope-sable.jpg|left|350px|thumb]]
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== Behaviour ==
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Ordinarily docile, these [[Animal|animals]] give ground when approached, keeping a distance of 20-50 [[Combat Hex|hexes]].  If pressed or cornered, they'll fight.  A hit with a [[Missile Weapons|missile]] causes the antelope to scream, panicking the herd into a run; when in flight, they reach speeds up to 35 mph. When encountering predators that can outrun them, the herd tightens to confront the threat, with horns outward.  If one antelope is [[Stun Lock|stunned]] or [[Death|killed]] of an antelope, the others break, leaving predators to have at their kill.
  
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When a herd grows too large, it divides into smaller groups of cows and their young. These groups form new herds, once again with only one adult bull. During this time, the male groups tend to be aggressive against outsiders.
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Sable antelopes rut during the late dry season, for 2-3 months, when they're at their most aggressive. Males fight to choose the lead male — though these fights rarely end in injury. During the rutting period, the antelope may '''charge''' aggressively if approached.  A hit with the horns causes [[Damage (hit points)|damage]].  
  
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When sable antelopes are threatened, they will join together and confront, using their scimitar-shaped horns. Groups have been known to kill even lions. If breaking before a large enough pride or by human hunters, however, they will run up to 35 miles per hour (see [[Horse Gaits|Horse Gaits]]). As such, hunters must hit them before they rush away, then track the hit animal until it stops running.
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When herds grow larger than 35 to 40 animals, cows and their young will split into two or three different groups, followed thereafter by the males. Each new group is led by one adult bull, who will move with the females.  Secondary males keep to themselves as a separate group, about 3-12 in number.
  
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== Encounters ==
 
  
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#'''Seasonally aggressive:''' if approached to within 13–28 hexes, aggressive males will become active, rush together and jump forward between 4–10 hexes; if the number of enemy outnumbers the antelopes, they will break into a run, typically covering a distance of about half a mile before stopping. If they equal or outnumber the enemy, however, they will aggressively charge until it is clear they are being left alone. This form of behaviour only occurs when the animals are rutting, when a new herd is deciding upon a leader.
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See [[Bestiary|Bestiary]]
  
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#'''Non-aggressive:''' if approached within 9–16 hexes, all herds will quietly give ground, typically a distance of 20–50 hexes, before settling down again. They will fight if approached. A missile hit will cause one to scream, which will send the rest into a run.
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Latest revision as of 23:07, 22 June 2022

Sable Antelope
Species bovine
No. Appearing 4–40
Behaviour herd (loose)
Range desert, steppe, woodland
Size 4 ft. at shoulder
Weight 510 lbs.
Intelligence 1
Armour Class 7
Hit Dice 2
Action Points 8
Max. Stride 20
THAC0 20
Hp/Die d10
Attack Forms 1; twin horns
Damage horns (2–8)
Special Attacks charging

Sable antelope are large hoofed mammals whose range extends from southern Africa to the Indian Subcontinent. They're often confused with the bluebuck. Preferring wooded areas throughout the savanna, sable antelope can also be found in ranges such as the Thar or southern Arabian deserts. Their comes from the rich dark colour of their coat; sable antelope skins are prized for use as floor coverings and shield making.

Antelope-sable.jpg

Behaviour

Ordinarily docile, these animals give ground when approached, keeping a distance of 20-50 hexes. If pressed or cornered, they'll fight. A hit with a missile causes the antelope to scream, panicking the herd into a run; when in flight, they reach speeds up to 35 mph. When encountering predators that can outrun them, the herd tightens to confront the threat, with horns outward. If one antelope is stunned or killed of an antelope, the others break, leaving predators to have at their kill.

Sable antelopes rut during the late dry season, for 2-3 months, when they're at their most aggressive. Males fight to choose the lead male — though these fights rarely end in injury. During the rutting period, the antelope may charge aggressively if approached. A hit with the horns causes damage.

When herds grow larger than 35 to 40 animals, cows and their young will split into two or three different groups, followed thereafter by the males. Each new group is led by one adult bull, who will move with the females. Secondary males keep to themselves as a separate group, about 3-12 in number.


See Bestiary

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