A gakark (pronounced gah-KARK), also known as a ga-karaka (pronounced GAH-kah-RAH-kah), is a type of large flightless birds found in the Wounds. Though native to, and originally only found within, the Angry Kings, their popularity amongst the dwarves of Harv Taruhm has led to the establishment of a large population of the birds on the Grievous Islands as well.
A fully grown gakark can reach 12 feet tall, though much if that is accounted for by their long necks. They are relatively stocky animals, especially in comparison to other birds, and quite hardy as well. Combined with their surety of foot in rough terrain, it is this hardiness that has popularized the creatures amongst the Taruhmite dwarves, who often tame them, outfit them with armor, and use them as mounts to help patrol their mountainous archipelago.