Path of the Wild (Forum Game)

Hey, that was nice, and if maybe this volcanic activity will make some islands appear on the future.
Thanks for the round Stealth
Action: go look for a crack in a rock in the continental slope and rest there

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WOOOOOOOOUH !!! Baby making Time !!

Action: Reproduce !

By the way @PositiveTower, Glistroskulus cannot digest meat.

So i have to evolve digestive acid?

Hooray, we lost progress in going upwards in search of easy prey.

Action: Continue swimming upwards

@Aviscerator are you still playing?

@Aviscerator and @Soundwave please.

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Well avisector is ecxtint so he could join as a species at any moment

Action: find a cave to hide in

Sorry thought i voted

Round 44

Extra Stuff

POTW Soundtrack (for listening to when you read this): Ā https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=T1_wnREGllg

Chat Thread: Coming soon.
Eztan Extant Ecosystems: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ramXIxwYwggWj1bVH3zmZT-tlZSbQvW4PUZAEiVWYB8
Book of the Dead: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JOwzI4ZHorn8nrqEr62v2_uXXlbs7qSCudHc476qLMY

~11 million years into the Atroxian~
Gnathosian Stage
Event - 9 (No Event)

Global Climate: The climate of the single landmass, Uteeno, is generally hot (globally 25c) and dry; there are few land plants to soak up the greenhouse gases (CO2 is at 0.1%), and most of the supercontinent is too far from the Uteenessa superocean to receive rain. As a result, there are high sea levels and no glaciers.


@RoboTrannic
Kapnosta limus (EN)
DEEP SOUTHERN UTEENESSA OCEAN
You hatch out in the middle of the abyssal plain with nothing but your siblings around you. (3)
Status
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 0%
Nutrition: 50%
Energy: 100%
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 itā€™s body from side to side to swim. Itā€™s name means slimy smoker, due to its fondness of hydrothermal vents.
Size: 6.5cm (length)
Status: EN
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 (EX)
MANAURAI SEA, SHALLOW SEA
Sorry, I donā€™t yet know what you want to be but I donā€™t want to hold up the game too long.
Status
Health: N/A
Maturity: N/A
Nutrition: N/A
Energy: N/A
Temp: Ok

Species Details

Quatora 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: EX
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
Thanostoma aquaprinceps (LC)
DEEP SOUTHERN UTEENESSA OCEAN
Now that the coast is clear, once again you journey upwards using the slope whenever you have to, and the water gets brighter and brighter until you are in daylight-bathed water. Eventually you reach the top of the continental slope and get into shallow water. The edge of the continental shelf is made up of sandy plains with a coral reef on the horizon and a beach to your right. But your focus is drawn by the corpse of an adult Achmachelus etalas, which you seem to be the first to approach. You get a good meal from it and eat your full without having to expend much more energy. (6 + 1) (Ding ding ding! You win a bonus or minus point to use on any player, including yourself, next round.)
Status
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 40%
Nutrition: 100%
Energy: 50%
Temp: Ok

Species Details

Thanostoma aquaprinceps
(Blue Pigmentation = 3)
(Pinhole eyes = 6)
(Jaw = 5)
Description: The outwards-jutting tusks of their ancestors have morphed into long, dangerous and venomous canines which are a deadly contribution to the new jaw. Two large pinhole eyes, that the animal is able to swivel slightly for increased range of sight, on the side of the head scan the ocean for prey. Few animals can withstand an attack from this mouth. All of this makes this species the top predator of its time, as well as also being able to occupy shallow water thanks to its blue pigment. It is only restricted by its lack of buoyancy.
Size: 17cm (length)
Time: R. 41
Status: LC
Biome: Deep Ocean / Shallow Sea
Niche: Apex Predator
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean & Connected Seas
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

@immortaldragon
Aerochelus gulpin (CR-)
MANAURAI SEA, SHALLOW SEA
Your partnership with the lager filter-feeders does not last long; an extra large, elder Achmachelus etalas tries to get more space for itself to feed by bodying you out the way, into the less food-rich areas. Due to this, you donā€™t get much food. (3)
Status
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 20%
Nutrition: 60%
Energy: 75%
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: CR-
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), ā€œThroat-Teethā€, Dark Blue Pigmentation, Ink Sac, Basic Instincts, Gas Bladder (Air Attained)

@soundwave
Thanostoma aquaprinceps (LC)
NORTH-WESTERN UTEENESSA OCEAN, DEEP OCEAN
You look around the area of the hydrothermal vent field for a cave to hide in. However, this place is relatively well-populated and you cannot find anywhere to hide. (2 + 1)
Status:
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 20%
Nutrition: 60%
Energy: 60%
Temp: Ok

Species Details

Thanostoma aquaprinceps
(Blue Pigmentation = 3)
(Pinhole eyes = 6)
(Jaw = 5)
Description: The outwards-jutting tusks of their ancestors have morphed into long, dangerous and venomous canines which are a deadly contribution to the new jaw. Two large pinhole eyes, that the animal is able to swivel slightly for increased range of sight, on the side of the head scan the ocean for prey. Few animals can withstand an attack from this mouth. All of this makes this species the top predator of its time, as well as also being able to occupy shallow water thanks to its blue pigment. It is only restricted by its lack of buoyancy.
Size: 17cm (length)
Time: R. 41
Status: LC
Biome: Deep Ocean / Shallow Sea
Niche: Apex Predator
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean & Connected Seas
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

@blackink
Asteridermus gibbosi (EN)
NORTH-WESTERN UTEENESSA OCEAN, DEEP OCEAN
You find a crack in the continental slope, and decide to rest in it. Your peace is undisturbed. (3 + 1)
Status
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 40%
Nutrition: 65%
Energy: 85%
Temp: Ok

Species Details

Asteridermus gibbosi
(Fat = 5)
(Black Pigmentation = 2)
(Olfactory System = 1)
Description: Unlike its ancestor, this species has a moderate, normal amount of fat surrounding its body, which means it is able to withstand the temperatures of the deep ocean. It now completely resides here. In addition, a collection of fat in the shape of a hump on the back stores extra resources. This is especially useful in the deep where food can be very scarce. They are also able to find each other well in the dark because of a covering of bioluminescent spots; they do not appear to be able to control these with their nervous systems, as the spots keep flashing randomly in the dark. However, this means both prey and predators with eyes know where they are.
Size: 7cm (length)
Time: R. 41
Status: EN
Biome: Deep Ocean
Niche: Small Predator
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Skelechelidae, Skelechea, Chondracea, Chordatea
Predecessor: Skelechelus inkenaria
Previous Mutations: Muscles II, Electroreceptors, Open Circulatory System, Axochord, Tail, Gills (3), Notochord, Cartilage, Digestive Acid, Spike (2), Teeth, Cup Eyes, Jaw, Fins

@louix
Glistroskulus louixi (LC)
DEEP SOUTHERN POLAR OCEAN
Unfortunately, you cannot find any viable mates up on the guyot. Furthermore, you developed a quick illness that soon disappeared but drained a lot of your energy.
(1 + 1)
Status
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 60%
Nutrition: 70%
Energy: 25%
Temp: Cold

Species Details

Glistroskulus louixi
(Notochord = 6)
(Improve Eyes = 4)
(Protection Against The Cold = 6)
Description: The most widespread animal on the planet also happens to be one of the smallest and simplest, at only 2cm in length. Glistroskulus louixi is the only animal which can withstand the freezing water of the poles; it has special antifreeze proteins in its circulatory system which inhibit the freezing of its body fluids. Although there are no shallow seas in polar regions at this time, the simplicity of this species allowed it to return to the deep. It therefore occupies the deep ocean in polar regions, with no competition. It has also replaced Squickia visionii in shallow seas in warmer climes, but here it is not as successful. Furthermore, this species has evolved a cartilaginous notochord, which adds stronger muscle attachment and therefore movement. Lastly, a transparent layer of skin has evolved over the forward-facing pinhole eyes, protecting them and improving the clarity of vision.
Size: 2cm (length)
Status: LC
Biome: Deep Ocean / Shallow Sea
Niche: Bottom Feeder
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Glistroskulusidae, Squickidea, Ochipoda, Mollicorpea
Predecessor: Squickia visionii
Previous Mutations: Muscles, Membrane, Cup Eyes, Chemoreceptors, Basic Instincts, Gills (3), Yellow Pigmentation, Teeth, Open Circulatory System, Pinhole Eyes, Immune System

@PositiveTower
Glistroskulus louixi (LC)
DEEP SOUTHERN POLAR OCEAN
You a mange to find a mate amongst the other Glistroskulus louixi here, and successfully reproduce. (6 + 1) (Congratulations, you can now choose three mutations.) (Ding ding ding! You win a bonus or minus point to use on any player, including yourself, next round.)
Status
Health: Healthy
Maturity: 60%
Nutrition: 30%
Energy: 15%
Temp: Ok

Species Details

Glistroskulus louixi
(Notochord = 6)
(Improve Eyes = 4)
(Protection Against The Cold = 6)
Description: The most widespread animal on the planet also happens to be one of the smallest and simplest, at only 2cm in length. Glistroskulus louixi is the only animal which can withstand the freezing water of the poles; it has special antifreeze proteins in its circulatory system which inhibit the freezing of its body fluids. Although there are no shallow seas in polar regions at this time, the simplicity of this species allowed it to return to the deep. It therefore occupies the deep ocean in polar regions, with no competition. It has also replaced Squickia visionii in shallow seas in warmer climes, but here it is not as successful. Furthermore, this species has evolved a cartilaginous notochord, which adds stronger muscle attachment and therefore movement. Lastly, a transparent layer of skin has evolved over the forward-facing pinhole eyes, protecting them and improving the clarity of vision.
Size: 2cm (length)
Status: LC
Biome: Deep Ocean / Shallow Sea
Niche: Bottom Feeder
Distribution: Uteenessa Ocean
Classification: Glistroskulusidae, Squickidea, Ochipoda, Mollicorpea
Predecessor: Squickia visionii
Previous Mutations: Muscles, Membrane, Cup Eyes, Chemoreceptors, Basic Instincts, Gills (3), Yellow Pigmentation, Teeth, Open Circulatory System, Pinhole Eyes, Immune System

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Muhahahahhaa @Louix i will use minus on him
Mutation 1: Digestive acid
Mutation 2: Sharper teeth
Mutation 3: Jaw muscles
Name:glistroskulus Dankoma

Woo, new round! Thanks Stealth! :smiley:

Action: Search for an area with more food to eat.

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Ah Belgium.
Why it seems that I always got bad rolls of RNG, both in forum games and irl?

I think that itā€™s time for me to relinquish my slot in this game. Thank you Stealth, and other guys who participated in this game, cya!
Edit: Where the hell is the Belgiuming censor?

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Damn,

Action: Reproduce

Also, why u do this to me positivetower ? :frowning:

Iā€™ll be sad to see you go @Aviscerator but thanks for playing. @BiologicalSomething, itā€™s your turn to play!

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Yā€™know, Iā€™ll jump on the train.

-1 to Louix

Action: Stand still and look at the beauty of the world.

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Damn haha, so unless I get a 5-6-7 iā€™m basically dead haha :cry::sob:

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Well then.
You already know what Iā€™ve picked Stealth, for I have discussed this within discord DMs.

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Oh no, poor Louix.

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Action: hunt food