Krutto

Krutto are large reptiles used in Suda for labor. They are herbivores usually found in large herds. Over thousands of years, they evolved to protect themselves from predators with a strong poison that their bodies release into their meat when they are frightened. While immune themselves to the poison, this makes them unsuitable both as prey for predators and as farm animals (other than for labor).

Krutto are commonly used to pull carts - and sometimes even ridden, though it is said to be both slow and rather uncomfortable. In order for a Krutto to be able to pull a cart, the animal's tail must be cut off - it regrows normally over time, so it is necessary for the tail to be cut down again after a few months.

House Hardin was one of the first families to discover the usefulness of Krutto and domesticate them. Over time, they also discovered a way to slaughter a Krutto without triggering the release of its poison - though this process is very complex and time-consuming, making Krutto meat very expensive.