Aven
Native to Dominaria and the Alara shard of Bant. A race of bird people, Aven hail mainly from Otaria. The species is majestic and proud, and in battle, agile and fierce. Most Aven lend their services to the Order, an idealistic, intolerant society of nomads. There are two primary species of Aven, one winged and one wingless, with each line further split along distinct bird species such as owls, eagles and hawks (the most numerous). The first Aven seen was Kangee, Aerie Keeper, a hero during the Phyrexian Invasion who apparently led all birdkind into battle against the Phyrexian armies (little is known about Kangee as his card was a "filler legend" - one without a detailed background). During the Mirari Saga, the Aven were led by a succession of military leaders. It is unclear who, if anyone, leads them in the Rift-Era Dominaria of Time Spiral, as Avens play no real part in the Time Spiral story line and are featured in only a few cards. During the Mirari Saga, Lieutenant Kirtar was killed when presenting the Mirari to the Order's initial leader, the human Pianna, for destruction. Pianna's successor, Major Teroh, was killed following his efforts to lay siege to Cabal City. Commander Eesha finally bucked the trend of constant, pointless strife with the impenetrable Cabal, bringing the Order into a mutual ceasefire with the rulers of Otaria.
In the game, Avens are primarily white or blue, filling the role of medium-sized aggressive flyer when the flavor allows.
(Aven Soulgazer, Aven Fisher, Aven Riftwatcher)
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