:white_small_square: History :white_small_square:

During experiments with genetic splicing in a small laboratory at an undisclosed location, a mistake was made. At first it seemed like a failure however those leading the project decided to see what might come from such an upset. As time went on a strange creature began to develop within the altered embryo. To everyone's amazement, the cells used began to take on their own shape and continued to grow into a truly new animal all together. Genes from various sources yielded a twisted creature; one with a single eye, horns, scaled tail and feathered body. Eventually the test tube abomination was ready to be born into the world and project I.R.I.S. took it's first breath. What happened during the next few years shocked everyone involved, the amalgamation seemed to thrive. It even began showing signs of complex social skills and cognitive ability. But such cunning could not be kept caged. One day during routine maintence, the test subject had breached it's containment enclosure. Worse yet not only had the tracking device inserted under it's skin been clawed out but all cameras documenting it had also gone offline due to a power outage seemingly in tandem with the estimated escape time. Was it all planned or had the creature just gotten lucky? No one truly knew but shortly after all documentation and crew were disposed of. The experiment was never spoken of again and deemed to have never happened. Now project I.R.I.S.'s whereabouts and existence are unknown, whispers and rumors are all that remains.

:white_small_square: Body description :white_small_square:

Green down feathers cover body except for hindquarters which are covered in stiffer feathers before tail. Large prehensile rat-like tail protrudes from stiff feathers; used for balance, heat control and climbing. Large furred ears naturally stick out to the side while resting in order to capture sounds on the ground and nearby, can fold back and upward like most animals. Small violet blue horns protrude from skull, match claws in durability and sharpness. Likely used for defensive or display purposes. Jowls are described as a beak, hard and sharp but covered in fine down. Large front paws are dexterous and powerful but can become fatigued if swung in continuous attack. Paw pads are thick but supple, able to feel minute details. Purple, single eye is a mutation and is likely swirled to draw light into the middle for better control in bright and low lighting situations. Sclera is actually blue instead of white. Thick eyelashes protect eye from dust, sunlight and other irritants. Mane of soft down surrounds neck and elbows for protection if either was grabbed, also used for temperature control. Back legs have retractable, strong claws used for climbing.

:white_small_square: Present day :white_small_square:

In a run down cottage, over looking a lake; an old couple resided. They ocassionally spotted a strange creature in the woods which surrounded their estate. It seemingly stayed out of sight for the most part but also showed signs of curiosity toward the home. The warm hearted wife was often feeding strays that lingered on the property. A collection of cats and a couple dogs called an old barn on the property their home. *To be continued*