[X] Mushroom Island
Mushroom Island is a mysterious place, hidden in the mists surrounding it, located to the west of the main island. Huge bioluminescent mushrooms thrive on this dark and secluded island, emitting a mesmerizing soft glow that pierces the darkness beneath the thick canopy.
The island's mushrooms come in a striking variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Some for example have incredibly wide caps that act like natural umbrellas, providing shelter for species living in the grove. Others resemble thin tendrils that spiral towards the sky.
The creatures that live on the island have adapted to their unique habitat, many of which exhibit bioluminescent properties.
Mushrooms in the grove have many interesting properties. The rich mixture of spores from these mushrooms can induce healing, reveal hidden truths, or even boost mental powers. However, collecting them can prove insidious, as their effects, if not handled wisely, can lead to unpredictable outcomes.
In the center of the island rises Mother Mushroom. This huge mushroom spews clouds of spores every five hours that cover the entire island. For creatures on the island, disputes are not dangerous, which cannot be said about strangers. If the spores get inside through the respiratory tract, then after an hour mushrooms will begin to sprout, killing the victim. Mother Mushroom is the heart of the island and if she dies, the rest of life on the island will die.
In addition to mushrooms, there is also enough endemic fauna on the island, which, in the event of a threat to Mother Mushroom, immediately attacks violators.
Lumeslugi iridescent gastropods gliding gracefully across the damp forest floor, feeding on decaying plant matter and leaving a luminous trail behind them. Their bright, glowing slime serves both as a defense mechanism to alert predators to their toxicity, and as a method of communication between individuals.
Fluffs are small nocturnal creatures resembling rabbits with glowing fur. Fluffs have learned to use their bioluminescence to camouflage themselves from the light of the mushrooms. They are primarily herbivores, feeding on leaves, flowers, and soft fungi, and can jump considerable distances to avoid danger.
Fungalox are large, imposing quadrupeds that resemble a cross between a rhinoceros and a bull. Their thick hides have a characteristic layer of bioluminescent fungal growths that serve as a symbiotic defense mechanism. When threatened, the fungus releases a cloud of spores that confuse predators. They graze on the tall, dense fungal growths that make up most of the island's vegetation.
Mikovulf is a carnivorous predator resembling a wolf. They use their bright colors to lure unsuspecting prey towards them before launching a quick attack. Their mouths are littered with rows of poisonous sharp teeth. Mycowulf venom is a powerful neurotoxin that causes paralysis in the victim.
Glimmerwings are bioluminescent butterfly-like insects that spend their days hiding in mushrooms and only come out at night to dance in the grove. The shimmering patterns on their wings create an enchanting spectacle as they flutter across the luminous landscape, pollinating mushrooms as they go.
