Kirin

Kirin is a Light / Plant-type monster.

Physiology
Kirin are green antelope who became discolored and monstrous from mutated pistachio nuts. Their secondary fur color, around their hoves and neck, as well as their antlers, also turned white. The nuts took root in their bodies and caused them to become a plant-animal hybrid, with fruit sprouting from their antlers. Their bodies also became more horse-like and their necks grew longer. Legend say that its horns can render poisonous water and heal sickness.

Special Abilities
Kirin are able to grow mutated pistachio nuts from their antlers; these nuts are commonly used as ingredients in many medical drugs. Kirin are part plant and gain the various benefits of plants, like photosynthesis.

Behavior
Kirin are very gentle animals who hide when they sense animosity. They tend to move in herds due to their timidity to humans, but if they feel safe enough, they won't mind interacting with travellers.

Habitat
Kirin live in forests where they are able to blend in.

Base Stats

 * Stamina: 40
 * Strength: 40
 * Defense: 35
 * Sp. Atk: 50
 * Wisdom: 45
 * Spirit: 45
 * Speed: 50

Type Effectiveness

 * Strong Against: Dark, Ground, Water
 * Weak Against: Bug, Fire, Ice, Poison, Techno

Origin
Kirin are partially based on the legendary Qilin and the myth that a watermelon seed can grow inside of a human's body.

Name Origin
Kirin is the Japanese form of Qilin.