Gimli the Stone Hawk

Gimli the Stone Hawk emerges in Book 5 as a captivating brown stone hawk pet belonging to a crawler, unveiling iridescent opalescent wings and wielding a fearsome petrification ability that turns enemies to stone. This loyal companion adds a layer of tactical depth to battles during the chaotic Butcher's Masquerade, marking its debut as a pivotal asset in the dungeon's escalating challenges. Though its full evolution remains nascent with only this introduction, Gimli hints at greater potential in future crawls, embodying the series' blend of whimsy and lethality in pet companions.