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Origins[]
The Ichneumon is a creature with origins in Greek and Roman mythology, legend and folklore.
Appearance[]
Similar to a slim mongoose or weasel.
Behavior[]
It would coat itself in mud and crawl into the mouth of a crocodile and eat it from the inside out.
normally it is very calm, but will attack with teeth and claws
Abilities[]
To remain hidden from humans when it is in a clutch of mongooses, not dying from the basilisks touch, breath, and gaze, other abilities are unknown.