Tendriculos

Few creatures embody the hidden dangers of the wilds as much as the Tendriculos, a towering mass of vines and tendrils driven by a ravenous hunger. Tales from seasoned travelers speak of unwary adventurers disappearing without a trace, leaving only a patch of disturbed soil and the faint smell of decay. This verdant monstrosity has inspired fear and fascination alike; many believe that it’s not just a plant, but a primal force of nature itself, defending the darkest reaches of the forest from intruders.

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

The Tendriculos is a massive carnivorous plant typically found in dense swamps, ancient forests, and humid marshlands. It thrives in damp, shadowed areas, where decaying plant matter and ample moisture allow it to grow to enormous proportions. These regions are often remote and thick with vegetation, creating the perfect cover for the creature to blend seamlessly with the surrounding foliage and roots.

Behaviour

The Tendriculos is a highly territorial predator with a rudimentary, plant-like intelligence. It relies on ambush tactics, lying in wait until prey unknowingly wanders close to its reach. When it strikes, the Tendriculos uses its powerful vine-like appendages to grasp and pull creatures into its maw, secreting digestive fluids that quickly break down flesh and bone. When not hunting, it remains motionless, camouflaged as a tangle of vines and branches, awaiting its next victim.

Civilization and Culture

History

Deaths:
Alais - 1