Encyclopedia of Life after Stillfall
Volume I – Found at the Garden's Edge
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I. Creatures of the New World
1. The Withered
Once human. Now hollow shades that wander toward any lingering warmth or emotion.
Behavior: Slow, silent, attracted to fear and joy alike.
Weakness: Light-emitting plants and silence.
2. Blightbeasts
Mutated animals driven mad by Stillfall's residue.
Appearance: Twisted versions of wolves, deer, or birds.
Behavior: Aggressive, nocturnal, territorial.
Weakness: Plant traps and natural repellents.
3. Ashlurkers
Small shadow-things that ruin crops in swarms.
Behavior: Pest-like, fear fire and fast movement.
Tactic: Appears in early morning fog or twilight.
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II. Living Plants – Guardians and Allies
1. Thornlash Vine
A whip-like vine that reacts to movement or sound.
Use: Fences, perimeter traps.
Ability: Can "learn" simple defensive commands.
2. Scorchleaf
Wide red-green leaves that burst in heat when touched.
Use: Trap plant or fire source.
Special: Can ignite nearby dry plants for chain reaction.
3. Sentibloom
A bright white flower that opens when it senses danger.
Use: Early-warning system.
Behavior: Emits a humming sound in threat presence.
4. Glowshroom Pack
Mobile mushrooms that move slowly in clusters.
Use: Mobile light source or shield.
Note: Harmless unless stepped on.
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III. Buff Plants – Nature's Gentle Gifts
1. Buffbloom
Golden-petaled flower that emits energizing pollen.
Effect: Increases stamina and minor strength (10 minutes).
2. Mistfern
Soft, feathery fern that releases concealing mist.
Effect: Hides a 10-meter area for 15 minutes.
Best Use: Escape or hide from Blightbeasts.
3. Hearthroot
Buried root that gives off warmth and calmness.
Effect: Mental clarity, fear resistance.
Side Note: Tends to grow near safe water sources.
4. Clearberry
Small translucent fruit that boosts focus.
Effect: Heightens awareness, dispels minor illusions.
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IV. Natural Phenomena
Stillfall Zones
Areas where energy collapsed during the Great Fall.
Effect: Unstable terrain, chaotic magic, rapid plant mutation.
Blight Rain
Ash-like precipitation that poisons soil and weakens crops.
Counter: Shelter under living canopy or use Puriferns (future plant).