rounding out the earth-fire-water-air quartet, this is Tornatrix! in Greek myth, the Strix is a vicious owl-like bird with dark plumage and sharp claws and beak, and tornatrixes are no exception. however, something the myths neglected to mention was their proficiency in air magic and flight, using their many layers of feathers to create cyclones that whirl about and trap their prey!
tornatrix are known to be quite prideful of their feathers and constantly maintain them, ensuring their wings are always the right shape to create cutting gusts of wind. it's rumored that the coloration of their feathers went on to inspire the look of early comic book characters, cocky heroes and cunning villains alike. their key weakness is that they are nocturnal, so they'll be too sleepy to put up much of a fight when the sun is high. it can be hard to fully gain its trust, but if you prove your worth by ensuring its safety as it rests during the day, it will warm up to you - just DON'T MESS WITH ITS FEATHERS.
