Slender smooth-hound variety of benthic fishes and invertebrates, and also scavenges; human garbage has been reported among its stomach contents. Small bony fishes, lanternfishes in particular, are the most important prey type, followed by decapod crustaceans. Cephalopods, gastropods, isopods, brittle stars, dogfish sharks, and cartilaginous fish egg capsules may also be consumed. On the Challenger Plateau, cephalopods are an important food source for juveniles under long. Like the false catshark, the slender smooth-hound exhibits aplacental viviparity with oophagy, in a form different from that in the mackerel sharks. Mature females have a single functional ovary, on the right side, and two functional
Hell hound (Dungeons & Dragons) with an area-effect attack (their fiery breath)." Hell hound (Dungeons & Dragons) In the "Dungeons & Dragons" fantasy roleplaying game, the hell hound is a hyena-like creature which can breathe fire and hunts in packs. It is classified as an outsider from the Nine Hells. The hell hound was introduced to the game in its first supplement, "Greyhawk" (1975). The hell hound appeared in the "D&D Basic Set" (1977), the "D&D Expert Set" (1981, 1983). and the "Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia" (1991). The hell hound appears in the first edition "Monster Manual". The "Monster Manual" was reviewed by Don