Lichenposter
Amoongus
A species made of fungi and lichen that imitates people. First encountered in the Danger Cave.
The one we encounter resembled Ingrid which seemed weird as we thought she only came in contact with the dead fungi specimen.
Some look entirely human. the secomd Ingrid we found was almost like an exact copy. She clearly resembled a person more and even could speak common.
We don't know why she was selected nor was the fungus stable. It disintegrated/decayed the moment it came out of the acrid marmelade.
This could be because of Muireall's own condition as a previously drowned woman.
Appearance
As we believe these creatures can resemble everyone there features are heavily determined by who it is impersonating. However upon closer inspection it will be apparent that they are made of la collection fungus, mold and lichen. Their eyes sockets are hollow giving them away as well.The one we encounter resembled Ingrid which seemed weird as we thought she only came in contact with the dead fungi specimen.
Some look entirely human. the secomd Ingrid we found was almost like an exact copy. She clearly resembled a person more and even could speak common.
For whatever reason all lichenposters we have encountered so far resemble Ingrid. Is she one as well?: Ingrid and the fungi
Update
We finally encountered a different form of lichenposter: one that resembled Muireall den Mhuir.We don't know why she was selected nor was the fungus stable. It disintegrated/decayed the moment it came out of the acrid marmelade.
This could be because of Muireall's own condition as a previously drowned woman.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Incomplete Form
They are made up of a collection of mold, fungus anfd lichen structured to resemble a humanoid shape.Their eyesockets are hollow.
Through its mouth and "breathing" it releases spores in its immediate surroundings that can either poison and incapacitate their target.
A current theory is that the spores they use are to infect a person so the fungus can collect data on its target and mimic them as could be the case of Muireall.
They seem incapable of speech and make hollow shrieks instead.Complete Form
These lichenposter are indistinguishable from the person they are mimicking and might genuinely believe they are the real person.Of course they could be faking it but learning what they are seems to come as a sjock to them.
Genetics and Reproduction
It came from the acrid marmelade blob in the Danger Cave, We don't know if it grew in there and we interrupted the growing process which is why it was dazed or not.
Growth Rate & Stages
A theory is that the lichenposter needs time to properly form hence why one looked more human while the other was clearly a fake.
Another theory is that the lichenposters need a source of humanity to become more like humans. Following this theory it is likely then that the OG Ingrid is their source.
Another theory is that the lichenposters need a source of humanity to become more like humans. Following this theory it is likely then that the OG Ingrid is their source.
Additional Information
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
It seemed to attack everything that got close so maybe their sight is not great. Muir's thunder spells seemed to suprise it noticeably.
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Lichenposter Ingridae
Geographic Distribution
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