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~8.25million years into the Atroxian~
Calamitas Stage
Event - 1 + 4 (Major Disaster)
Nature continued its destructive course; over tropical waters, storm clouds started gather, building up into a cyclone. The clouds stormed and rain fell heavily over the ocean, as the cyclone whipped up the waves. They caused havoc at the surface, killing small animals, dragging them to new areas and even beaching them. On the positive note, the winds seem to have dissipated the effects of the earlier volcano.Extra Game InfoEztan Extant Ecosystems:
docs.google.com/document/d/1ramXIxwYwggWj1bVH3zmZT-tlZSbQvW4PUZAEiVWYB8 Book of the Dead:
docs.google.com/document/d/1JOwzI4ZHorn8nrqEr62v2_uXXlbs7qSCudHc476qLMYFeel free to come up with common names for your species! The common name is like lion to Panthera leo.
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RoboTrannic Kapnosta limus (VU)
NORTH-WESTERN UTEENESSA OCEAN, DEEP OCEAN
Your search for food drives you downwards towards the abyssal plain where you species has recently re-inhabited. A vertical downswelling current gives you a gentle ride to the bottom of the seafloor, saving you energy. The current then slowly travels towards a submarine mountain ridge, with hydrothermal vents dotting the landscape like termite mounds on a plain. Life has returned to the deep which, in many cases, you immediately try and snuff out. Having eaten, you are now big enough to swim freely against currents. (4 + 1)
StatusHealth: Healthy
Maturity: 20%
Nutrition: 50%
Energy: 70%
Temp: Ok
Species Details
Kapnosta limus
(Skeleton = 5)
(Smell = 1)
(Scales = 6)
Description: These common, tubular animals are the first to evolve a layer of scales over their bodies, which provide more protection than bare skin. The downside though is that to prevent the sparse light glinting off their scales and giving away their position to predators, a fine slime is secreted over the scales to dull them. The problem is that this slime produces a strong smell, which spreads for tens of metres. Fortunately, at this time no predators have any olfactory organs. Kapnosta limus are the most common animal of the deep ocean, but are most successful around hydrothermal vents; the scales means that they can withstand more heat than their competitors. The vents produce a lot of valuable chemicals which microbes thrive off, and Kapnosta limus in turn thrive off these. Another adaptation that gives them an advantage is the evolution of a cartilage skeleton, which supports the heavier body and allows them to swim, albeit slowly and just above the ocean floor. The skeleton provides a place for muscle attachment, and it moves it's body from side to side to swim. It's name means slimy smoker, due to its fondness of hydrothermal vents.
Size: 6.5cm (length)
Status: VU
Biome: Deep Ocean
Niche: Benthic Filter-Feeder
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Kapnostidae, Kardiaskulea, Ochipoda, Mollicorpea
Predecessor: Nassiaskulus oculimagnus
Previous Mutations: Coming soon.
aviscerator Quatora agentibus (VU)
MANAURAI SEA, SHALLOW SEA
In a green, sheltered bay where the effects of the hurricane are minimal, you hatch out with your several siblings in a tangle of seaweed. The sun beats down on the clear tropical water, feeding the bounty of plant-life, including mosses, as the atypically large waves at the surface crash against the cliff. It teems with life and no predators are in sight. (6)
StatusHealth: Healthy
Maturity: 0%
Nutrition: 50%
Energy: 100%
Temp: Ok
Species DetailsQuatora agentibus
(Muscles = 4)
(Digestion = 3)
One of the many herbivores that plunder the mossy outcrops in the shallow seas, this mossy-green species only slightly edges out beyond its competition as it is slightly faster and more athletic. However, this niche is becoming quite crowded.
Features: The reason for its extra athleticism is the fact that is has well-arranged muscles, that increase movement efficiency. Another difference is the fact that the stomach now contains an acid capable of breaking down meat. However, it has no way of catching meat and cannot even scavenge due to the specific design of its teeth.
Size: 2.7cm (length)
Status: VU
Biome: Shallow Sea
Niche: Herbivore
Distribution: Shallow seas connected to Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Quatoridae, Quatorea, Pteryskula, Mollicorpea
Predecessor: Quatora rigidum
Previous Mutations: Coming soon.
agenttine Makoura jousteri (LC)
NORTH-WESTERN UTEENESSA OCEAN, DEEP OCEAN
Combing the continental slope for any sign of food or another point of interest, you eventually come across a large and foreboding cave. After the entrance, the cave appears to dip down so that you cannot see what is inside. Outside, the waters appear empty and desolate. Do you enter? (4)
StatusHealth: Healthy
Maturity: 20%
Nutrition: 70%
Energy: 80%
Temp: Ok
Species Details
Makoura jousteri
(Whip Tail = 6)
(Pigment = 2)
(Venom = 6)
Description: This species is by far the largest, although this is because it has a tail that is twice the length of the main body. This tail can be whipped at small animals, stunning them, and the toxic spikes that remain on its end ensure the prey never recovers. The toxins are also useful for taking down larger animals and other predators. The tail can also be used to put on a burst of sudden speed. The species has also developed toxins glands in the head, connected to a pair of venomous, albeit small, tusks strutting out straight in front of the head. It has no jaw, so can't bite, but the tusks can be used like a joust to pierce the skin of their target. They still have no pigment and so are confined to the deep; they are one of many species jostling for space on the continental slopes whilst the deep ocean remains anoxic. It is one of the stronger ones.
Size: 15cm (length)
Time: R. 31
Status: VU
Biome: Deep Ocean
Niche: Apex Predator
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Makouridae, Orthusea, Chondraca, Chordatea
Predecessor: Achmachelus occisorum
Previous Mutations: Muscles II, Electroreceptors, Open Circulatory System, Axochord, Whip Tail, Gills (3), Notochord, Cartilage, Digestive Acid, Spike (2), Teeth, Cup Eyes, Venom
Immortal_Dragon Aerochelus gulpin (VU)
MANAURAI SEA, SHALLOW SEA
Struggling to clear your throat of ash and drifting downwards, eventually you come to rest on a coral reef. You try and try and try but the blockage in your throat seems determined to kill you. And whilst you are like this, you are not paying attention to your surroundings. The water seems to get choppier and choppier until suddenly massive waves are crashing over the reef, uprooting many inhabitants. You are lucky not to be crushed and even more so when the powerful waves seem to subside; you find yourself in a peaceful, lively bay. Furthermore, you seem to have survived the choking and returned to perfect health. (6)
StatusHealth: Healthy
Maturity: 60%
Nutrition: 60%
Energy: 50%
Temp: Ok
Species Details
Aerochelus gulpin
(Swim Bladder = 6)
(Notochord = 2)
Aerochelus gulpin is unusual amongst contemporary sea creature in that it gulps in air from above the surface of the water. It is not using this to breathe in oxygen as it might first appear, although it could do in a pinch, but instead it is taking in air of a certain pressure into its swim bladder. This allows fast, safe movement between depths.
Features: To allow the air breathed in to enter the swim bladder, a small tube now connects the sac-like organ and the gut. The axochord of this species is also slightly stiffer than its cousins, which hinders movement somewhat.
Size: 3.5cm (length)
Status: VU
Biome: Open Ocean/Shallow Sea
Niche: Pelagic Filter-Feeder
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean & connected seas
Classification: Tyrannidae, Tyrannea, Ochipoda, Mollicorpea
Predecessor: Aerochelus gasbagensis
Previous Mutations: Muscles, Electroreceptors, Open Circulatory System, Axochord, Tail, Digestive Acid, Gills (4), "Throat-Teeth", Dark Blue Pigmentation, Ink Sac, Basic Instincts, Gas Bladder (Air Attained)
soundwave Achmachelus occisorum (EN)
NORTH-WESTERN UTEENESSA OCEAN, DEEP OCEAN
Unperturbed by the large filter-feeder, you remain in your place as it heads towards you. However, as it moves, the plankton fleeing its path head in your direction and you are able to pick off the smaller specimens. Furthermore, shortly before reaching you, the bigger animal changes direction; you have been spared. You are also now large enough to move against currents and in a less viscous environment. (6)
StatusHealth: Healthy
Maturity: 20%
Nutrition: 75%
Energy: 60%
Temp: Ok
Species Details
Achmachelus occisorum
(Teeth = 3)
(Eyes = 4)
The first chordate predator has arrived; it is comparatively large and wields deadly spines on its tail. When it finds another animal it swings its tail into them, delivering a deadly toxin. It follows its wounded prey until it becomes motionless, and then starts to feed on the body like a hagfish would. It has no jaw, so it can grip, but it gets a purchase with its teeth and then uses its flexible body to pull a chunk off.
Features: In its mouth is a circular row of small, dentine teeth. It also has a pair of cup eyes on the front of its body, but they are quite useless in the dark depths, except to detect the direction of the pale sun. Its main tracking tool is still its electrolocation.
Size: 6.5cm (length)
Status: EN
Biome: Deep Ocean
Niche: Apex Predator
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Makryostusidae, Orthusea, Chondraca, Chordatea
Predecessor: Achmachelus subitamortis
Previous Mutations: Muscles II, Electroreceptors, Open Circulatory System, Axochord, Tail, Gills (3), Notochord, Cartilage, Digestive Acid, Spike (2), Teeth, Cup Eyes
blackink Skelechelus inkenaria (EN)
NORTH-WESTERN UTEENESSA OCEAN, DEEP OCEAN
Just as you are about to leave the cave and start eating the corpse, an adult
Skelechelus inkenaria materialises out of the gloom and approaches the corpse. It has seemingly not yet noticed your presence, but is very close to your hideout. (1 + 1)
StatusHealth: Deep wounds on tail
Maturity: 40%
Nutrition: 40%
Energy: 100%
Temp: Ok
Species Details
Skelechelus inkenaria
(Jaw = 5)
(Fins = 3)
(Fat = 1)
Description: Over time, the cartilage that supported this species' gills, known as pharyngeal arches, became a simple jaw and makes Skelechelus inkenaria the first jawed animal. The jaw can move up and down, and contains fine, needle-like teeth. This allows Skelechelus inkenaria to bite, although due to teeth inefficient for attack and the relative weakness, the tail barbs are still it's primary weapon. Nonetheless, it does make this the deadliest creature alive, as well as help with feeding and even holding onto struggling prey. Another addition that helps makes this more dangerous is a pair of oval fins near the front of the body, which increase manoeuvrability. All of this adds up to a dangerous hunter. While this is true, unfortunately it's range of dominance is limited; to lessen weight and improve speed Skelechelus inkenaria has foregone with all fat deposits. This leads to an animal that has skin stretched tight over it's cartilage, muscles and organs with very little insulation so they cannot live in the cold depths of the ocean. Neither can they survive the sunlit upper levels, as they have no pigment to protect from UV radiation. They are reduced to hunting in the twilight zone inbetween, or above at night. An influx of colder water can kill off populations.
Size: 7cm (length)
Status: EN
Biome: Mid Ocean
Niche: Apex/Nocturnal Predator
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Skelechelidae, Skelechea, Chondracea, Chordatea
Predecessor: Achmachelus occisorum
Previous Mutations: Muscles II, Electroreceptors, Open Circulatory System, Axochord, Tail, Gills (3), Notochord, Cartilage, Digestive Acid, Spike (2), Teeth, Cup Eyes, Jaw, Fins
Louix Squickia visionii (VU)
MANAURAI SEA, SHALLOW SEA
As the powerful waves crash over the surface of the Manaurai Sea, they push plankton along with them and some of these are deposited in your lagoon. Also, the downwards forcing of the waves push some towards the floor and you are able to feast on these bullied microbes. You are now an adult and able to reproduce. (6 + 1; Ding ding ding! You managed to roll a 7, which means you can choose to add a +1 or -1 to another player's next action vote. It is only available for the next round. You do not have to use it.)
StatusHealth: Healthy
Maturity: 100%
Nutrition: 100%
Energy: 35%
Temp: Ok
Species Details
Squickia visionii
Squickia visionii is the sole survivor of its genus, that was once the most common complex animal on Ezta, and it looks like it might be the last. Other animals have spread into its shallow sea domain and have outcompeted it in many ways, including speed and size. It has been forced to spread itself once again into the deeper ocean, but the competition for filter-feeding is tough, and it is losing the fight. It is also vulnerable to predation.
Features: Increasing the use of light, the eyes became shallower and the openings narrowed to form pinhole eyes. These can provide very dim vision, and are at the front of the animal, facing forwards. Hemocyte cells began to appear in the vessels of their open circulatory system, which target foreign cells as a kind of primitive immune system. Unfortunately, they can be quick to target their own cells if something goes slightly wrong. As a result, these animals are highly prone to blood diseases.
Size: 1.5cm (length)
Status: VU
Biome: Shallow Sea
Niche: Bottom Feeder
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Squickidae, Superstesea, Ochipoda, Mollicorpea
Predecessor: Achmachelus occisorum
Previous Mutations: Coming soon.