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Deplector: The massive chasms that snake across Skull Island, commonly called “Spider Pits” are inhabited by many aggressive life forms, scavenging and preying on each other and any unfortunate victim that wanders into this treacherous domain. Many of these creatures remain highly mysterious, among which are the Deplectors. These hybrid beasts seem to have originated as a symbiosis between cephalopod and crustacean creatures, which has developed to the point where the two aspects have become merged into one. Despite their large size and distinctive appearance, Deplectors are very seldom seen, almost to the point where their initial existence was questionable. They favor the deepest lost pits where they may accumulate power in solitude. Said power manifests as a sort of influence (whether via chemical, acoustic, hypnotic, or psychic is unknown) over various other chasm dwellers, forming them into personal defensive armies. Occasionally, these armies will usher trapped prey towards their “master”. What exactly happens to these victims, however, is a total mystery, as no one has ever seen a Deplector actually kill its catch before slipping back into darkness. Length: 12 to 22 feet.

Diplodosaurus: Unlike the placid Brontosaurs and Goldons, or the reclusive Amargospinus, these sauropod kaijuformes are most definitely hostile. Diplodosaurs are cryptic predators that prowl their territories relentlessly, ranging through dense jungles and steaming swamps alike. Camouflaged by shifting color patterns, they prefer smaller prey they can swallow easily. Their flexible necks and long sticky tongues allow them to pursue cornered targets through twisted branches and roots of trees, which their thumb claws can tear apart if need be. They take especial interest in Leaf Wing hives. They are a parthenogenic species, constantly scattering eggs throughout their territories to ensure survival. And if their constrictive necks and claws should be outmatched in battle, their tails are able to detach and, like a guided missile, lock onto and continue to strangulate the opponent while the main body escapes. Length: 280 to 375 feet.

Glyptosphere: These large xenarthrans are common mammalian florafauna of the drier woodlands and sparer valleys of the uplands. Like many armored herbivores of the island, they live through cyclic hibernation periods during which they absorb nutrients and radiation through the ground, allowing symbiotic plants to integrate themselves into their hides. Glyptospheres often nest communally, forming groups of living boulders with the young concentrated in the middle. Should these be threatened, one or more adults may awaken to ward off the attackers with their pronged heads and sharp-spined tails. If sufficiently confronted, or if a quick migration is in order, they will curl into balls and allow gravity to do most of the work for them, with occasional flicks of their prongs. Length: 18 to 25 feet.

Carnoflage: These large predators are among the many seldom seen florafaunal predators of the Super Jungles on account of their extensive camouflage techniques. Their skins can match the patterns of light within their environment perfectly, and their scales can rearrange into a variety of textures and outline-breaking patterns that render them practically invisible. Clinging to branches with their hyperextensive claws, they can position themselves near enough to unsuspecting prey to strike with their blade-edged tails. Carnoflage mate for life, and nearly always hunt as pairs. They are wary of other predators, though, and will usually retreat if their cover is blown prematurely. Length: 33 to 45 feet.

Breeder Beast: While most hypervores of Skull Island pose significant threats to other creatures, there are some that are no less destructive to the island’s balance of plant life. Breeder Beasts are highly mutated amoebic creatures that live to reproduce and eat. Their unstable internal breeder reactors constantly divide in an effort to remain stable, resulting in mass propagation and swarms of the protoplasmic creatures. They consume any source of radioactivity they sense, including ore deposits and kaiju carrion. Mostly, though, they prefer plant matter. Most population explosions occur near the River of Steam and volcanic geysers of the Flooded Forest, as they also require moist conditions to breed. In high numbers, they can decimate sections of forested environments symbiotic florafouna. Fortunately, they are slow moving and lack highly developed individual survival instincts apart from consumption and reproduction, making tasty snacks for large herbivores and opportunistic predators. Length: 3 to 30 feet.

Sker Buffalo: These large herbivorous florafauna are highly evolved amphibious bovids. They are able to extract enough oxygen through their algae-like fur and dorsal plant symbionts to remain partially submerged for weeks at a time. They are most common within the Flooded Forest, where large herds gather for mates and protection. The oldest and largest individuals can be several times as massive as more typical members of the population. These often guard the rivers, lakes, and passageways that can lead to the denser herds. Adult Sker Buffalo are hardly to be reckoned with, as their armored skulls, capped with enormous horns can be wielded with dangerous force, and are even more effective when working as a herd. Hornspan: 30 to 65 feet.

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Creature Inspirations:
Deplector: Creature of The World of Kong artbook 2005, “tentacle bug” of lost Spider Pit scene.
Diplodosaurus: Diplodocus of Hannah Barbera’s Godzilla animated series 1979.
Glyptosphere: Various retro-glyptodont designs.
Carnoflage: Camouflaging Carnotaurus of The Lost World novel by Michael Crichton 1995, and Glavenus of Monster Hunter franchise.
Breeder Beast: Hannah Barbera’s Godzilla animated series 1979.
Sker Buffalo: Kong: Skull Island 2017.
Additional Inspirations helped by Lediblock2. Thank you. 😊

Description

Deplector: The massive chasms that snake across Skull Island, commonly called “Spider Pits” are inhabited by many aggressive life forms, scavenging and preying on each other and any unfortunate victim that wanders into this treacherous domain. Many of these creatures remain highly mysterious, among which are the Deplectors. These hybrid beasts seem to have originated as a symbiosis between cephalopod and crustacean creatures, which has developed to the point where the two aspects have become merged into one. Despite their large size and distinctive appearance, Deplectors are very seldom seen, almost to the point where their initial existence was questionable. They favor the deepest lost pits where they may accumulate power in solitude. Said power manifests as a sort of influence (whether via chemical, acoustic, hypnotic, or psychic is unknown) over various other chasm dwellers, forming them into personal defensive armies. Occasionally, these armies will usher trapped prey towards their “master”. What exactly happens to these victims, however, is a total mystery, as no one has ever seen a Deplector actually kill its catch before slipping back into darkness. Length: 12 to 22 feet.

Diplodosaurus: Unlike the placid Brontosaurs and Goldons, or the reclusive Amargospinus, these sauropod kaijuformes are most definitely hostile. Diplodosaurs are cryptic predators that prowl their territories relentlessly, ranging through dense jungles and steaming swamps alike. Camouflaged by shifting color patterns, they prefer smaller prey they can swallow easily. Their flexible necks and long sticky tongues allow them to pursue cornered targets through twisted branches and roots of trees, which their thumb claws can tear apart if need be. They take especial interest in Leaf Wing hives. They are a parthenogenic species, constantly scattering eggs throughout their territories to ensure survival. And if their constrictive necks and claws should be outmatched in battle, their tails are able to detach and, like a guided missile, lock onto and continue to strangulate the opponent while the main body escapes. Length: 280 to 375 feet.

Glyptosphere: These large xenarthrans are common mammalian florafauna of the drier woodlands and sparer valleys of the uplands. Like many armored herbivores of the island, they live through cyclic hibernation periods during which they absorb nutrients and radiation through the ground, allowing symbiotic plants to integrate themselves into their hides. Glyptospheres often nest communally, forming groups of living boulders with the young concentrated in the middle. Should these be threatened, one or more adults may awaken to ward off the attackers with their pronged heads and sharp-spined tails. If sufficiently confronted, or if a quick migration is in order, they will curl into balls and allow gravity to do most of the work for them, with occasional flicks of their prongs. Length: 18 to 25 feet.

Carnoflage: These large predators are among the many seldom seen florafaunal predators of the Super Jungles on account of their extensive camouflage techniques. Their skins can match the patterns of light within their environment perfectly, and their scales can rearrange into a variety of textures and outline-breaking patterns that render them practically invisible. Clinging to branches with their hyperextensive claws, they can position themselves near enough to unsuspecting prey to strike with their blade-edged tails. Carnoflage mate for life, and nearly always hunt as pairs. They are wary of other predators, though, and will usually retreat if their cover is blown prematurely. Length: 33 to 45 feet.

Breeder Beast: While most hypervores of Skull Island pose significant threats to other creatures, there are some that are no less destructive to the island’s balance of plant life. Breeder Beasts are highly mutated amoebic creatures that live to reproduce and eat. Their unstable internal breeder reactors constantly divide in an effort to remain stable, resulting in mass propagation and swarms of the protoplasmic creatures. They consume any source of radioactivity they sense, including ore deposits and kaiju carrion. Mostly, though, they prefer plant matter. Most population explosions occur near the River of Steam and volcanic geysers of the Flooded Forest, as they also require moist conditions to breed. In high numbers, they can decimate sections of forested environments symbiotic florafouna. Fortunately, they are slow moving and lack highly developed individual survival instincts apart from consumption and reproduction, making tasty snacks for large herbivores and opportunistic predators. Length: 3 to 30 feet.

Sker Buffalo: These large herbivorous florafauna are highly evolved amphibious bovids. They are able to extract enough oxygen through their algae-like fur and dorsal plant symbionts to remain partially submerged for weeks at a time. They are most common within the Flooded Forest, where large herds gather for mates and protection. The oldest and largest individuals can be several times as massive as more typical members of the population. These often guard the rivers, lakes, and passageways that can lead to the denser herds. Adult Sker Buffalo are hardly to be reckoned with, as their armored skulls, capped with enormous horns can be wielded with dangerous force, and are even more effective when working as a herd. Hornspan: 30 to 65 feet.

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Creature Inspirations:
Deplector: Creature of The World of Kong artbook 2005, “tentacle bug” of lost Spider Pit scene.
Diplodosaurus: Diplodocus of Hannah Barbera’s Godzilla animated series 1979.
Glyptosphere: Various retro-glyptodont designs.
Carnoflage: Camouflaging Carnotaurus of The Lost World novel by Michael Crichton 1995, and Glavenus of Monster Hunter franchise.
Breeder Beast: Hannah Barbera’s Godzilla animated series 1979.
Sker Buffalo: Kong: Skull Island 2017.
Additional Inspirations helped by Lediblock2. Thank you. 😊