Rihal

Rihal horses are known for their sleek and agile build, standing at around 15 to 16 hands high (60 to 64 inches) tall and weighing approximately 45 stones (630 pounds). They have long, slender legs and a finely chiseled head, making them look graceful and swift. Their coats are often shades of gray or bay with a glossy sheen. Rihal steeds are prized for their speed and endurance, making them ideal for long-distance travel and scouting missions. Their keen sense of direction and exceptional learning ability make them reliable companions for explorers and messengers.

In-Game Origin: In Taal, “Rihal” means “traveler” or “journey,” reflecting their reputation for speed and endurance.

Rihal

CR 1 | XP 400

N Large animal

Init +2; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +6

Carrying Capacity A light load for a Rihal is up to 300 pounds; a medium load, 301-600 pounds; and a heavy load, 601-900 pounds. A Riding horse can drag up to 4,500 lbs.

DEFENSE

AC 15, touch 13, flat-footed 11 (+4 Dex, -1 size, +2 Natural)

hp 17 (2d8+8)

Fort +7, Ref +7, Will +1

OFFENSE

Speed 60 ft.

Melee 2 hooves -1 (1d4+2)

Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft.

STATISTICS

Str 18, Dex 18, Con 19, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 6

Base Atk +1; CMB +6; CMD 20 (24 vs. trip)

• Feats: Endurance, Run
• Skills: Perception +6, Stealth +0, Swim +4

SPECIAL ABILITIES

Docile (Ex)

Unless found in the wild or specifically trained for combat (see the Handle Animal skill), a horse’s hooves are treated as secondary attacks.

Enduring (Ex): Once a day a Rihal may recover from Fatigue as a Swift Action.

Excellent Learner (Ex): Handle Animal DCs reduced by 2, can learn a maximum of eight tricks, and training time is reduced by one week.