Subtypes

The Met’saa is an uncommon variant of Kivuuli found in forested and jungle environments. They are known for their reddish browns and warm colors. Their dewclaws are slightly more dexterous and less vestigial and aid the Met’saa Kivuuli in climbing trees. Named Met’saa after the Finnish word for Forest, this Kivuuli is perfectly suited to its environment.

Met'saa live in large Colonies that are split into small sub-packs. They have their central grounds, where the alpha female, few beta males and the Elders all live, and various groups that settle around the Colony’s territory. These small sub-packs consist if a beta female, 1 or two lower ranking females, and several males and any kits that group has. Almost like one tribe with many villages. Like all other Kivuuli, they live with the land and work hard to uphold the balance of nature.

Met'saa stand around 9 feet even for males, and 9'5"-9'8" for females. About average for the Kivuuli race.

The most striking thing about the Met'saa is their beautiful coloration. Their fur appears in various shades warm reddish brown, with the tips being black and the undercoat being paler. The fur is spikier than a regular Kivuuli, and forms a bit of a pseudo mane down the back and shoulders in both genders. Their hair always matches their fur both in texture and color. They usually have markings resembling a marbling or tabby effect, and usually black or dark reddish brown against their reddish coat.

Met'saa are very wild and can be very elusive, though like any Kivuuli, they are incredibly curious. If you show no signs of being a threat, a Met'saa will approach you to investigate.