Gripshawks ( [ ˈgrip-ˌshȯk ] are one of the races found on the Duane. They have feline features and bear a strong resemblance with Earth Abyssinian cats.

They live in the Southern Deserts where they have developed an underground civilization well versed in the building of efficient tunnels. Their civilization is ignored, if not despised by the Lan’orkians, though traveling portals are being built in their territories, most of these actions are seen as unwarranted forays by their tribes.

They also have a great talent for weaving, and are sometimes referred to as the Desert Weavers.
In many ways, they are recorders and observers and rarely wish to interact directly with outsiders. Their archives have shown an extensive knowledge of intricate architectural patterns and a great artistic talent.

It is believed they are tied to the Guardians in some ways, as they have displayed a use of the tunnels as rudimentary traveling means similar to the Guardians’, and also bear features somewhat reminiscent of some of the Guardians’ (see Kalaad and Cil).