Red Manakin
The semi-mythical creatures inhabit the Steppes of the Southern Polar Region, especialy in the Electris region south of Villa Real. They are said to be a multi-species co-operative collective of animals that live in extensive underground warrens. While unusual in itself the main reason that they are notorious is their ability to nullify the anti-gravity effects of liftwood and of the High Maritans, with catastrophic results. This was scoffed at by many till the Spanish crew galley San Hermenegildo crashed whilst exploring the Steppe beyond the Electris Mountains. The survivors described seeing a large group of small red furred creatures starring up at them immediately before the galley dropped like a rock.
These are the Red Watchers who are the most dangerous of the three manakin commune animals. They are best avoided, according to common sky sailor legend, and no one seems intent on testing this belief.
