Myrias

Common Name: Stalkers
Local Name: Weliweli
Scientific Classification: Pending (requires further study)
Class: 1
Population Status: Uncommon — Found in fewer locations or under specific environmental conditions.
Habitat: Prefers temperate forest ecosystems, favoring areas with dense vegetation that provide ample cover and concealment during hunting.
Diet: Carnivorous
Threat Level: High

Physical Characteristics
Size: Height of 6 meters (20 ft), Length of 3 meters (10 ft).
Weight: 1,800 to 2,700 kilograms (4,000–6,000 lbs).
Max Speed: Can achieve speeds of up to 64 kilometers per hour (40 mph) over long distances.
Anatomy: A robust skeletal and muscular structure supports its towering frame, allowing for exceptional speed and agility. Limbs are highly developed for ground pursuit, with powerful claws specialized for gripping and tearing. The creature exhibits a large thoracic cavity, indicative of significant cardiovascular and respiratory capacity. Exceptional endurance.
Sensory Systems: Equipped with an extraordinary olfactory system capable of detecting faint scent trails over extreme distances. This heightened sense of smell is coupled with acute auditory perception, enabling the detection of minimal disturbances in its environment.

Behavior
Social Structure: Solitary — Displays no known social interactions beyond mating or territorial disputes.
Activity Patterns: Predominantly nocturnal, engaging in hunting and movement under the cover of darkness.
This creature poses a significant danger to human due to its unparalleled tracking abilities and predatory efficiency. Once a Stalker identifies a target, its remarkable ability to follow scent trails and physical traces makes evasion nearly impossible. The creature’s persistence and focus render it a formidable danger.

Precautionary Measures
Scent and Trace Management: Always carry scent-neutralizing sprays or equipment when entering regions where Stalkers are known to inhabit.
Minimization of Evidence: Avoid leaving behind trash, food, or any physical traces that could attract attention.
Personal Hygiene: Maintain a scent-free environment around your location by using scent-blocking materials and ensuring proper disposal of organic waste in sealed containers.
Ongoing Vigilance: Monitor surroundings continuously for signs of the creature’s presence, such as disturbed foliage or faint noises.
Limit exposure by having a well-planned escape strategy in place at all times.

Avoidance Strategies
Refrain from entering known habitats or high-risk areas without sufficient preparation.
Minimize physical traces such as footprints or disturbed vegetation using tools designed to eliminate tracks.
Avoid carrying or consuming strong-smelling substances such as food or aromatic items in vulnerable areas.

Emergency Protocols
Always carry defensive equipment, communication devices, and emergency survival tools.
Be prepared to signal for assistance and report any sightings to local authorities or emergency services promptly.
Use trees or elevated structures strategically, as the creature is unable to climb.