CH473 The Weak Noble
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Nature is fickle and unpredictable.
From its crucible, countless strange and bizarre creatures are born. Many become prey. Some rise as predators.
Yet even among predators, there exist those who stand head and shoulders above the rest—beings so powerful that they can hunt other predators if they wish. Not for sustenance, but for sport… and dominance.
These beings—these creatures—are known as Apex Predators.
While common folk casually throw this title around for almost any dangerous beast they encounter, the truth is far harsher.
Only a select few creatures can truly lay claim to it.
They are not merely beasts capable of reaching the Legendary rank, but those that stand at the absolute pinnacle at any time within their class or rank.
Among avian creatures, no list of Apex Predators would ever be complete without mentioning Nightmare Eagles.
In the bestiaries of the Dankrot Forest and the greater Virellian Empire, it is written:
