Origin 

Beginning their lives as ordinary sheep, the species that grew into progots were bred due to a growing predatory outbreak. Massive hordes of flesh-eating locusts the size of house cats engulfed the world. Because of this, many breeds of goats were killed.  To keep their flock alive, ranchers decided to breed their goats with the Morknap, a tree creature that resembled a mountain goat, but lacked the fleece of sheep and has harms instead of hooves.  

After many, many generations, the progot was born, and the breeding of this creature began. Their ability to defent themselves with their protruding arms was the key to them surviving the locust, which eventually died out as well. 

Features 

Progots resemble goats in many ways, from their small, horned heads to their hooved feet that are perfect for climbing. However, they have a highly valuable fur coat that is a perfect insulator and repels moisture entirely. This valuable fur is what drew the progots to near extinction. With their numbers in the wild depleting so little, many ranchers took it upon themselves to restore their numbers, and make their valuable furs continue to be available. 

Their most distinct feature, however, is their two, three-fingered hands jutting out of their chests. These hands are vital to their survival, as it allows for wielding tools, as well as defense. These hands have a powerful, vice-like grip, and are able to hold onto almost anything without losing it. These arms have become essential for climbing, as they are able to grab rocks and pull themselves up, rather than relying solely on jumping from rock to rock. 

Mating Ritual 

The progots are known to be a monogamous species, and their choice of a mate is a carefully crafted affair. Similar to many other animals in the world, the male progot demonstrates its superiority to a potential female by a display. The male struts about before a female and flexes his arms. The more powerful-looking male will then be pursued by a possible mate if she is interested. However, the female must then flex to the male. If he approves, the two will be mates for life. However, if he does not like what he sees, he will move on.  

This ritual is practiced by progots when they are about two years of age, and ready to breed. The pair can have as many as fifteen offspring in their lifetime, having up to two to four at a time. 

Social Groups 

Progots are known to form social groups, similar to humans. They are known to form small “cliques” and even go as far as to bully other progots they deem as inferior. This type of social display is distinct amongst progots and is more than likely passed down by their Morknap ancestors, who were a hierarchical society. 

In their individual social groups, progots can be either generous or mischievous. Some have been known to act up against their ranchers, from refusing to take food to outright attacking them. They have also been known to “rebel” and refuse to sleep in their pens, opting instead to sleep outside. 

Fur Use 

While the shearing process is different for each rancher, the fur of the progot is one of immense value. Because of the creature’s rarity, their distinct fur can go for tens of thousands of Bornin per ton. A herd of 20 progots can amount to approximately 500,000 bornin during a good season.  

Most ranchers employ security of some kind to keep poachers and thieves out of their fields, and possibly steal their progots. While some hire security, others have been known to install security systems, electrified fences, and even pits to trap any assailant.