Dráhach

Dráhach is a fictional creature appearing in the fantasy novel "The Crimson Labyrinth" by Elara Vance. The text describes dráhach as large, reptilian beings known for their thick, scaled hides and powerful, clawed limbs. They are depicted as solitary predators inhabiting the rocky, arid regions of the Whispering Peaks. Their diet primarily consists of mountain goats and other smaller fauna found in their territory. A distinctive feature of the dráhach is its bioluminescent dorsal fin, which emits a soft, pulsating glow in low-light conditions, believed to be used for communication or as a lure for prey. While generally non-aggressive towards sentient beings unless provoked or defending their young, their territorial nature and immense strength make encounters with them perilous. The dráhach plays a minor but significant role in the narrative, acting as an obstacle for the protagonists during their journey through the treacherous mountain passes. Further details regarding their lifecycle, social structure, or specific weaknesses are not extensively elaborated upon within the novel's current text.