Sticky Moss

Sticky moss is a type of moss that grows in the moors. It can be harvested from the rocks in forested areas and used as a natural glue. This glue is quite strong and durable, and is a useful asset for any Variant trying to survive their exile.
The moss is harvested by scraping it off the rocks with a sharp tool. It is then soaked in water and mashed into a paste. This paste can then be used to stick things together. This is useful for putting together tools and fixing broken items, as well as patching up wounds. It is also what holds the walls and roof of the Shelter together, and is believed to be an important part of why the structure has remained standing for so long.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Sticky moss is a deep forest green and slightly fuzzy to the touch. The underside is teal blue and is where much of its stickiness comes from.

Ecology and Habitats

Sticky moss typically grows on large, smooth rocks under the cover of forest trees.

Biological Cycle

Sticky moss turns navy blue in cold weather. This is a sign that the sticky substance on the underside is hardening. Whilew this makes it easier to remove the moss from the rocks, it also makes the resulting paste lose much of its stickiness. Therefore whoever is harvesting the moss must pay attention to the temperature and strike a balance between optimal stickiness and ease of removal.

Additional Information

Domestication

Sticky moss typically grows wild in the forested areas. Attempts have been made to grow them in the patch of land outside the Shelter with little success.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Sticky moss is useful as a natural glue.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Sticky moss is typically located in forested areas.

Lifespan

5 years

Average Weight

Sticky moss is relatively lightweight, though it can be quite dense.

Geographic Distribution

• The Moors