There are several kinds of herbivorous herd animals to be found in the Old World, from domestic cattle to wild bison. Although they vary in size, strength, and other characteristics, they have many attributes in common and are thus described in general terms here. Two specific examples (Bison and Elk) are covered in more detail.
Wild animal herds tend to be on the small side, usually comprising a single bull, 2D4 cows, and 2D6 calves. For the most part, they are shy and will move away from any threat or source of noise, but can be highly unpredictable and will attack, on average, 45% of the time. Some species become more aggressive during the rutting season (early spring) and the normally docile cows can be quite vicious if there is an apparent threat to their young. Horned animals attack by goring, all others by stomping.
Domestic animals (sheep, goats, etc.) are usually accustomed to people and thus very docile. However, many farmers will have dogs or other means of protecting their livelihood from rustlers.
Bison (or Cattle)[]
Bison are a species of wild cattle and are similar to domestic cattle, except for the fact that they are a little more heavily-built and have a thick, shaggy mane covering their heads and shoulders. Colour is mid-brown, the mane being dark brown or black.
Special Rules[]
The thick bone and horns on the skull of a Bison gives it 3 points of armour, on the head only.
Elk[]
Elk are the largest of the deer of the Old World, living on the fringes of the great forests in hilly and mountainous areas. A full-grown stag stands about five feet high at the shoulder, with neck, head, and antlers almost doubling this height. Antlers can spread to five feet in width. Does and fawns do not have antlers.