HedgeHug 2045 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Sprouts The fungi Kin [Hype-Gallery] Spoiler Disclaimer: The previous lorepiece that received a negative verdict by the LT received such for the following reason: The sprite playerbase is too small to have any additional lore written for it. Get a playerbase and repost the lore and it shall be accepted. It became apparent that the internal written lore was good and well written, ready for acceptance. But the state of the creature Sprite was not well enough for this new addition. The task given: revive the playerbase / get a playerbase going in order to get the lore accepted might seem a bit contradicting with the LT’s verdict of denying the lore - as acceptance of such would have aided in this ‘revival’. My solution, however, is something different. I removed the connection between sprite and sprout and made the Sprouts creatures of their own. Most of the following lore is taken from the initial submission and thusly ONLY COUNTS FOR SPROUTS. This lore has nothing to do with Sprites whatsoever. If activity is a problem for the LT then I recommend this lore to be put on Trial for a short period of time. There are a few individuals that have indeed exclaimed interest in playing a sprout. Birthing At first, ‘twas but a mystery how these small creatures came to be. Cerridwen's breath or perhaps even the Creator being connected with their cute and mischievous appearance. It was only until recently that an unnamed druid found themselves wandering the grand woods of axios, where they witnessed the spectacle of its birthing. For… in a corner of the forest they found a Fae circle, here the mushrooms grew bigger than usual, a large variety of colorful and even glowing shrooms came to be! Much marvelling this, the druid set up camp nearby. Observing as more and more of these little shrooms grew and each of them became such small dwellers of various kinds. Sprouts: the name given to them by the observing druid, as they found out that these mushrooms of the most odd and too: colorful kinds grew out to be… living! These Sprouts dwelled in the shadows of the undergrowth. Acting in utmost care not to be sighted by predators. “They speak? And walk?” The druid cried out with both hands holding their head. The reply of most Sprouts close to him simply shrugged and replied with something along the lines of: “So?” The druid, having stayed most of its time in these woods, sought to leave… though was curious of one thing. Before it left the woods for good, to bring out word of this fantastic discovery, meditated in front of the fae ring. After time, they blessed the soil of it… and the shrooms that grew, now sped up by the Druidic influence, lived. The Druid found themselves capable of aiding the Aspects in their work of creating this Fauna … or Flora, and speed up the process of its birthing. For growing the shrooms felt akin to that of bestowing the aspects gift onto seeds as Druii usually do. And thus as swift as that, the mushrooms grew exponentially faster than the natural process. Producing Sprouts. [Implementation through a single or two events using an event character druid] Appearance & Lifestyle Sprouts are living fungi that grow to a maximum height of about 10 inches tall. They have small arms and legs - their hands containing digits making them capable of handling things (of their size) perfectly fine. Faces can be seen though covered by their mushroom heat/hat. The life of a sprout is simple: it is within its basic instincts to survive and stay clear from predators. Often shy and careful creatures, though when befriended grow more extravagant. They may eat and sleep - drink and smoke though their being is completely comprised of fungi. Sprouts do not procreate though are capable of having all emotions including hate, anger, love, happiness and my favourite: grumpiness. Modnar & Fae rings The Modnar is the name given to the spore that produces the Sprouts, little is known about them as they are but tiny and most of its development is under ground. They can only be found in fae rings. When a Sprout dies, another mushroom will grow in the nearest fae ring - the same Sprout can simply be reborn though no memory of their death is kept. This memory loss may stretch up to multiple years of their lives post mortem and post regrowth. [For the technical explanation: like a soultree their (inferior nature)-soul is bound to Faerings. If the faering is destroyed and their being too they are to regrow at another ring.] Advantages/Disadvantages + Have Natures Communion by Default. (they may communicate with both flora and fauna) + Despite their mischievous and often dull appearances, they are extremely intelligent. + Sprouts may seems small, but move rapidly through forest undergrowth. They are difficult to catch! + They maintain the poisonous ability that the natural fungi of the realm have. Exotic types of mushrooms may be more dangerous.. Or perhaps their toxins can have more of a hallucinogenic working on potential predators. - They may not learn magic due to their natural origin. (their being is classified as Flora like Cervitaurs) - Sprouts can not wield the weapons of the Descendants, as they are much too small. - Due to their small bodies, and overall weakness, they are easy to take hold of and imprison(if caught). -Not many of these creatures exist, If one was to destroy the faering during the development or destroy the tree around the ring. Before the Sprout is born, it will die. -Magic is super effective towards this creature, and can kill them quickly due to their connection to nature. - They can learn the Common tongue but among one another commune like a druid communes to nature: a descendant could not keep up or understand a conversation between two or more Sprouts unless it is specifically said they speak a sentence in common tongue. (like ents conversate with groans and creaks of bark, Sprouts have their own ways) - Sprouts, if consumed are practically toxic. Redlines - They may not be domesticated, as they are entirely sentient beings, not animals. - Sprouts can only thrive in areas filled with natural life, such as forests. Deserts and tainted areas are practically deadly. - They are incapable of learning any form of magic, however they may communicate with Flora and Fauna. (natures communion) - they can only live in a flora rich environment. Entering cities is not a problem, as long as their stay is short. Though this is disadviced at all as they are shy/scared beings. Bigg’unes are baddies! Meet archibalt - a purple headed sprout whom’s a grump and has taken up residence in a druids shoe! 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby_Derp 163 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Lovely, I believe I already stated an interest in playing a Sprout to Hedge, and I would like an opportunity to play something that is a bit weaker: as my characters include and Orc and Golem, which aren't exactly the most frail of creatures. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzYmandi 647 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I'd play one. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomzerang 509 Share Posted February 2, 2017 You mean to tell me I can play a tiny mushroom person who runs around and talks to trees? I'm in 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smaw 2368 Share Posted February 2, 2017 They sound like Fungis. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandNewKitten 2788 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I am glad you re-posted! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaMoist 1707 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Yes 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
excited 10833 Share Posted February 2, 2017 No more fairies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandNewKitten 2788 Share Posted February 2, 2017 11 minutes ago, Aerial said: No more fairies. Okay. Then you need to go too. :c jk. If this will be played even by a single person then I think it is worth it. Contrary to popular belief that an entire faction need populate the realm with each creature it is just as fine to give players the same chance, even individual players, who seek the opportunity to play something against the norm. edit: Though I do believe something like this will pick up a bit more intrigue than you might think! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HedgeHug 2045 Author Share Posted February 2, 2017 6 minutes ago, Sir K Andruske said: Okay. Then you need to go too. :c jk. If this will be played even by a single person then I think it is worth it. Contrary to popular belief that an entire faction need populate the realm with each creature it is just as fine to give players, even individual players, who seek the opportunity to play something against the norm. Just look at Cervitaurs. A race that isn't played as much or more than two players - does not mean it can't be part of the realm. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
excited 10833 Share Posted February 2, 2017 17 minutes ago, Sir K Andruske said: Okay. Then you need to go too. :c jk. If this will be played even by a single person then I think it is worth it. Contrary to popular belief that an entire faction need populate the realm with each creature it is just as fine to give players the same chance, even individual players, who seek the opportunity to play something against the norm. edit: Though I do believe something like this will pick up a bit more intrigue than you might think! I've never enjoyed the fairy players because they don't know their own lore and power-game. Most people do not understand simple rules about physiology and gravity and even on a small scale it grows worse in the current sprites I've seen, I'm fine with these as event creatures, I'm not pleased to see another power-gamey Tinker Bell. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
idiot 501 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Seems interesting. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfelt 1323 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Looks pretty cool. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aiden0023 1374 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Pretty much playing Toad? F*ck yeah, defiantly will play one 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz 80 Share Posted February 3, 2017 heck yes 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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