Ruurin

English Name: Ruurin

Romaji: Araumi

The Ruurin is a medium sized monster of the Leviathan species that first appears in the fan - made game Monster Hunter Z. They are related to the carnivorous Kharasoron.

Appearance
Ruurin have small horns protruding from the top of their head, and long, bat - like ears that have fins on the edges. They have long, slender snouts and narrow, needle - like teeth that they use for grasping slippery fish. They have white scales that reflect light and make them appear luminous. Above their backs are tall rods of bone supporting a stretch of skin, forming some sort of sail. They have fins instead of front legs, and their hind legs have webbed toes. Their tail possesses distinctive spikes that they swing around at predators or hunters trying to attack them. They also have a purple sac underneath their throats, which is used to store sea water. They can then spit the stored sea water out as a water ball when defending themselves.

Behavior
Ruurin are usually docile creatures. They nest in small caves underneath coral and rock. They hunt in packs of 3 or 4, using their numbers to herd schools of fish and to outmanoeuvre predators. If a hunter or predatory monster gets too close to their nests, they will become extremely protective and aggressive. They also call other Ruurin to help them drive away the attacker by using their numbers.

Habitat
Ruurin are found in deep lakes or rocks along the beach. They are most common under the sea, where they hunt, breed, and nest.