Ryslig's Expanded Monster Guide
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waitingforplayer2The Expanded Guide is edited by Chiaki Nanami.
The Expanded Guide begins with a condensed & re-edited version of Spengler's Guide, written several years prior. This contains broad knowledge of the 23 monster types at the time, and largely features the information covered in Ryslig's bestiary.
The new content in the Guide consists entirely of individual monster testomonials.
Submissions to the Guide can be made by anyone at any time, in a drop-off box at the Insert Coin arcade. The form below can be used as a template for any monsters looking for inspiration or structure for their entries. Nanami copies out the entries longhand, and stores the information in several locations, so that the information is never lost.
A copy of the current manuscript may be requested for casual perusal at any time.
As of now, the Expanded Guide has not yet been officially published on the peninsula.
MONSTER ENTRY SUBMISSION TEMPLATE
The Expanded Guide begins with a condensed & re-edited version of Spengler's Guide, written several years prior. This contains broad knowledge of the 23 monster types at the time, and largely features the information covered in Ryslig's bestiary.
The new content in the Guide consists entirely of individual monster testomonials.
Submissions to the Guide can be made by anyone at any time, in a drop-off box at the Insert Coin arcade. The form below can be used as a template for any monsters looking for inspiration or structure for their entries. Nanami copies out the entries longhand, and stores the information in several locations, so that the information is never lost.
A copy of the current manuscript may be requested for casual perusal at any time.
As of now, the Expanded Guide has not yet been officially published on the peninsula.
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Date: 2023-06-05 12:30 am (UTC)First and foremost, my wings. They're very large and could be troublesome to maneuver at first, but I've grown very attached to them. For me, they represent the freedom to go anywhere I can whenever I want. Flying is my favorite part of being a Harpy. No competition. I love to soar through the sky, on sunny days and cloudy ones, even in rain and snow though I do have to be careful so I don't get sick. It's a fast way to get around, and it gives me time to reflect and think on my commutes.
My wings are also I believe quite beautiful. They are now my proudest feature.
I also enjoy my eyesight being much better! I don't think I'd like it as much if I couldn't spy a friend from high up. If I need to, I can sort of turn it "off" I suppose? I'm not entirely sure about the terminology.
What do you dislike about being this monster?
Caring for my plumage has been an ongoing process. I have to find the right shampoo, conditioner, and body wash that works with my unique physical form. A quick shower doesn't exist anymore, is what I'm saying!
The difficulty of finding clothes without them being tailored is also troubling. I essentially have to only wear backless shirts unless I take them in somewhere, and while I've become more used to them, I miss the simplicity of a t-shirt.
Lastly, my feathers sometimes seem to have a mind of their own. They're incredibly expressive, which can be fine sometimes, but it's not my favorite thing.
What is something unique to you about being this monster?
When I turn into my fog form, for about half a day I have a beak instead of a nose and mouth. It's very disorienting, even though it doesn't really hurt.
What types of creatures or beings influenced your monster form?
I largely have the coloration of what I believe to be a kind of dwarf kingfisher. The species doesn't exist on the peninsula, so I haven't been able to track down much about them, but the small bird form I can take resembles them in physical structure as well.
Beyond that, I have been told I look like a phoenix. I'm reluctant to say definitively that's what I am, but I take great pride in even a superficial resemblance.
What is it like to feed as this monster?
A little strange to be honest. I don't have fangs, so sometimes it's difficult to eat when the meat isn't prepared, but other times adrenaline helps to overcome that. Since I've started taking care of my hunting instincts, it has been much easier, should I feel the desire to eat raw.
Largely, I still prepare my meals, however. I enjoy cooking and making food for myself and my girlfriend and whoever else I may be entertaining.
What are some notable physical features you have as this monster, and what do you like or dislike about them?
Obviously the wings, but aside from that, there's my hair, made mostly of a feathery texture that is somewhere between feathers and hair, and feet. After much adjustment, I'm fine with them both. But at first it was a little startling, as when I molt my hair goes as well. It all falls away and comes back within a week, but I certainly get some strange looks around the start of May.
As for my feet, that has been another adjustment period. I'd like them more if there was some sort of tailoring for talons. It's nice to wear anklets, but I miss shoes. Talons are much sturdier than human feet, but it's still never fun to step in something gross or step on a sharp Lego-like toy at the orphanage!
What are some notable mental changes you have as this monster, and what do you like or dislike about them?
The largest ones are the draw towards shiny and sparkling objects and nesting. Both are ones I've become used to, again, but it can be a little bit annoying to be on my daily commute only to take a detour because the sun's caught someone's broach in just the right way or something like that. I call it the bird brain, and it's more troublesome than anything else.
Nesting is, as the name implies, the urge to build a nest, and I started being most affected by it when my fog form first emerged, though in retrospect it's always been there. When I'm in my normal form, I find myself feeling the desire to gather warm or comforting objects and keep them close to me while sleeping. Not incredibly disruptive. When in my fog form, however... I more strongly resemble a bird (a phoenix, if I may be so bold), and the instincts are ramped way up. I first started building a nest on the roof of the 38-8 apartments then.
All instincts seem to be more intense while in my fog form, actually. Normally it's a good balance. I would not want that full time.
Would you become this monster again?
N/A
Would you become this monster for good?
Yes. If I could, I would stay a Harpy forever.