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Lantern Gourd

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Art by kyonkyon on Toyhouse

Music by Idil Biret (piano) | Creative Commons License

History

Commonly seen at night.

Isolation appears to be constant.

Trivia

It can be difficult to discern individuals from other greenery when inert.

Motion is typical when dusk occurs, after which the lights in the central gourd appear to ignite.

Most individuals move slowly, but are capable of mobility regardless.

The evident limbs, which can be mistaken for roots, typically are capable of supporting the weight of an individual. This can differ depending on scale.

Individuals are small, and typically correlate to the measure of a colocynth plant. The gourds produced range between 5 to 10 centimetres.

The thorny vine which supports the lantern and main gourd can vary in length. Similarly, the tail can vary in length.

The number of gourds can vary from either end of the main body.

This can create a cluster of lights and multiple points of awareness by an individual. The reasoning for this is uncertain but is assumed to involve safety.

Bitter gourds are inherently toxic and most animals avoid the vines.

The risk of organ failure would be of concern, meaning other resources would be preferable.

It is not recommended that attempts are made beyond the seeds, which need to be cooked thoroughly.