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*[[Quadruped]]s
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==See Also==
*[[List of creatures by level]]
*[[List of creature templates]]


== External links ==
== External links ==

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A creature, critter, or monster is a hostile entity in the world of GemStone. Hunting creatures is one of the primary mechanisms of gaining experience and wealth used by many players. Conversely, creatures are also the primary cause of death, and a likely significant drain for silvers for the purchase of armor, shields, and weapons. Creatures are the primary targets of offensive magic as well as the main reason for defensive spells.

There are literally hundreds of various types, which are indigenous to virtually the entire world. Creatures are typically confined to their native regions, but may enter towns from time to time, either owing to lazy gate guards or invasions.

It's moving, but...

Just because a creature appears to be alive does not make it so! The basic binary classification of creatures is if they are really alive and breathing or if they are undead.

Body types

There are several different creature body types, which have important differences from one another:

See Also

External links

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