Mountain goat

Mountain goats were alpine mammals.

Description
Mountain goats had thick, white fur and a thick layer of fat. This provided it with amble protection from the cold.

Behaviour
Mountain goats were territorial and had a reputation for being incredibly stubborn creatures. As a result, they were quite difficult to domesticate.

Abilities
Mountain goats were sure-footed on most alpine terrain. Their superb climbing ability allowed them to scale even the steepest of cliffs and they were capable of jumping from one narrow ledge to another.

Combat
When threatened, a mountain goat rammed its opponent.

Habitat
Mountain goats could be encountered throughout the Realms, including Adama's Tooth, Barovia , Fimbrul , Ice Peak , Kelvin's Cairn , the Marching Mountains , the mountains of Maztica , Shalhoond , Shining Plains , the Spine of the World , Standing Stones , the Tannith Mountains and the Valley of Echoes.

Relationships
Oreads sometimes developed friendships with mountain goats.

Uses
Mountain goats could be employed as cavalry. Known examples include the goblin and orcs of the Shining Plains as well as the oni of Fimbrul. Mountain goats could be roasted and eaten.

Appearances

 * Adventures
 * Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
 * Novels
 * The Ogre's Pact