As if the highly-competed-for freshwater bodies of Aberration weren’t dangerous enough, Rhizodus giarpeton surely caught me off guard while observing the fertile regions’s rivers, as it lunged toward prey with deadly velocity. This gargantuan freshwater fish may be one of the last creatures one would expect to find in these lands devoid of a large water body, but Rhizodus is equipped with more than enough tools to thrive in its shallow rivers.
If you or your tames happen to get splashed with water from seemingly nowhere, I recommend you steer clear of any nearby water bodies, as it may be a Rhizodus attempting to lure you towards it or deter you from its territory. These creatures can fire water from its mouth with varying power for both hunting and self defense. If you ever happen to be ambushed by a Rhizodus, your best bet is to fight it off. Those who’ve thought simply retreating to land would save them may not have not been so lucky…
DOMESTICATED
Don't let the appearance of this creature fool you. Despite being a fish, a tamed Rhizodus is more than capable of providing use as a tame despite the lack of large water bodies present on Aberration. Capable of remaining on land for extended periods of time, Rhizodus makes for a unique and flashy travel mount, as it slides across land at surprising speeds, especially downhill. Its ability to store and shoot water can distract, attack, and intimidate wild and tamed aggressors alike.
Introducing Rhizodus
Real-world Animal
Rhizodus was a giant predatory lobe-finned fish that lived during the Early Carboniferous period. Rhizodus was the world's largest freshwater fish, with size estimates reaching up to 5.6 meters (18'6ft) long, similar in size to a Great White Shark.
Rhizodus reconstruction by Mario Lanzas
Design & Ability Inspiration
Rhizodus's design takes inspiration from Mudskippers (Pectoral Fin and Dorsal Fin) and Catfish (Whiskers)
Rhizodus's water projectile attacks take inspiration from Archerfish
Rhizodus's Amphibious traits take inspiration from Mudskippers and Lungfish
Abilities & Attributes
Basics/Stats
Tamable
Rideable
Breedable 😳
Passively Tamed
Rhizodus Saddle - Lvl 53 engram, has 1 passenger seat
Rider Weaponry Enabled
Drops Raw Fish Meat, Prime Fish Meat, Hide, Keratin
Health: 600
Stamina: 350
Oxygen: Infinite
Moisture: 1500
Weight: 550
Melee: 38 (at 100%)
Drag Weight: 250
Land Movement & Moisture Stat
Rhizodus would be the first fish capable of going on land, without dying instantly (cough cough Manta), using a unique moisture stat to stay alive on land. This moisture stat acts like the Oxygen stat, but instead depletes when Rhizodus is not touching water. Rhizodus does not need to be fully submerged to replenish Moisture, but it will replenish faster if Rhizodus is fully submerged. Moisture can also replenish by giving Rhizodus water-storing items (Water Jar, Canteen, etc).
Water Storage & Projectile Attacks
Rhizodus can store water to utilize for projectile attacks both underwater and on land. How much water Rhizodus can store is dependent on its weight stat, but stored water will not weigh Rhizodus down. Rhizodus has 3 water projectile attacks:
Distraction Shot - Deals no damage. Used to aggro creatures from a distance, and even works on passive or skittish creatures. Less aggressive creatures will require you to shoot them more. Uses a small amount of water.
Pressurized Shot - High speed shot that deals moderate damage and scales with the Melee stat. Disables cloaking, climbing, and flying on the target for a small time period. Uses a moderate amount of water.
Water Vomit - A last-resort survival tool. Scares away enemies and replenishes moisture for all nearby Rhizodus. Uses a large amount of water. A setting to automatically Water Vomit with the available water and nearby targets when under 10% health can be enabled through the radial menu.
Lunge Attack
If Rhizodus is submerged in water, it can charge up a powerful Lunge attack. Hold the Lunge attack input to charge up, then let go for a massive speed boost that deals heavy damage to the target. This can also send Rhizodus flying out of the water, which may come in hand when traveling vertically.
Slope-based Sliding Momentum
Similar to a Maewing, Rhizodus will slide down hills much faster than its standard slide speed. The steeper the slope, the faster you go. With the right travel routes, Rhizodus can make for an excellent fast-travel mount using this mechanic.
Rhizodus Roe
Rhizodus Roe (eggs) are sought after by creatures and survivors alike for their taste and nutritional effects. Rhizodus Roe can be obtained from wild female Rhizodus by knocking them out. You can also leave a female Rhizodus submerged in water, and it will slowly produce the roe, carrying it in its mouth. Rhizodus Roe can be used as a kibble alternative for piscivores, but is also a viable egg for making Extraordinary Kibble.
Taming
To tame Rhizodus, place its preferred foods in the inventory of you or a creature. Sacrifice them to a Rhizodus. It will slowly eat the food overtime while leaving any other items behind. Simple and straightforward, solidifying Rhizodus's role as a mid-game all rounder mount.
Controls
LeftClick/RT/R2 - Bite
RightClick/LT/L2 - Water Projectile Attack
C/RS - Toggle Water Projectile Modes
SpaceBar/A/X - Lunge (underwater), Halt Movement (sliding downhill)
BONUS ARTWORK
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Table Of Contents
Dossier
Introducing Rhizodus
Real-world Animal
Design & Ability Inspiration
Abilities & Attributes
Basics/Stats
Land Movement & Moisture Stat
Water Storage & Projectile Attacks
Lunge Attack
Slope-based Sliding Momentum
Rhizodus Roe
Taming
Controls
Bonus Artwork
Dossier
Rhizodus
Species: Rhizodus giarpeton
Time: Early Carboniferous
Diet: Carnivore
Temperament: Patient
WILD
As if the highly-competed-for freshwater bodies of Aberration weren’t dangerous enough, Rhizodus giarpeton surely caught me off guard while observing the fertile regions’s rivers, as it lunged toward prey with deadly velocity. This gargantuan freshwater fish may be one of the last creatures one would expect to find in these lands devoid of a large water body, but Rhizodus is equipped with more than enough tools to thrive in its shallow rivers.
If you or your tames happen to get splashed with water from seemingly nowhere, I recommend you steer clear of any nearby water bodies, as it may be a Rhizodus attempting to lure you towards it or deter you from its territory. These creatures can fire water from its mouth with varying power for both hunting and self defense. If you ever happen to be ambushed by a Rhizodus, your best bet is to fight it off. Those who’ve thought simply retreating to land would save them may not have not been so lucky…
DOMESTICATED
Don't let the appearance of this creature fool you. Despite being a fish, a tamed Rhizodus is more than capable of providing use as a tame despite the lack of large water bodies present on Aberration. Capable of remaining on land for extended periods of time, Rhizodus makes for a unique and flashy travel mount, as it slides across land at surprising speeds, especially downhill. Its ability to store and shoot water can distract, attack, and intimidate wild and tamed aggressors alike.
Introducing Rhizodus
Real-world Animal
Rhizodus was a giant predatory lobe-finned fish that lived during the Early Carboniferous period. Rhizodus was the world's largest freshwater fish, with size estimates reaching up to 5.6 meters (18'6ft) long, similar in size to a Great White Shark.
Rhizodus reconstruction by Mario Lanzas
Design & Ability Inspiration
Abilities & Attributes
Basics/Stats
Land Movement & Moisture Stat
Rhizodus would be the first fish capable of going on land, without dying instantly (cough cough Manta), using a unique moisture stat to stay alive on land. This moisture stat acts like the Oxygen stat, but instead depletes when Rhizodus is not touching water. Rhizodus does not need to be fully submerged to replenish Moisture, but it will replenish faster if Rhizodus is fully submerged. Moisture can also replenish by giving Rhizodus water-storing items (Water Jar, Canteen, etc).
Water Storage & Projectile Attacks
Rhizodus can store water to utilize for projectile attacks both underwater and on land. How much water Rhizodus can store is dependent on its weight stat, but stored water will not weigh Rhizodus down. Rhizodus has 3 water projectile attacks:
Lunge Attack
If Rhizodus is submerged in water, it can charge up a powerful Lunge attack. Hold the Lunge attack input to charge up, then let go for a massive speed boost that deals heavy damage to the target. This can also send Rhizodus flying out of the water, which may come in hand when traveling vertically.
Slope-based Sliding Momentum
Similar to a Maewing, Rhizodus will slide down hills much faster than its standard slide speed. The steeper the slope, the faster you go. With the right travel routes, Rhizodus can make for an excellent fast-travel mount using this mechanic.
Rhizodus Roe
Rhizodus Roe (eggs) are sought after by creatures and survivors alike for their taste and nutritional effects. Rhizodus Roe can be obtained from wild female Rhizodus by knocking them out. You can also leave a female Rhizodus submerged in water, and it will slowly produce the roe, carrying it in its mouth. Rhizodus Roe can be used as a kibble alternative for piscivores, but is also a viable egg for making Extraordinary Kibble.
Taming
To tame Rhizodus, place its preferred foods in the inventory of you or a creature. Sacrifice them to a Rhizodus. It will slowly eat the food overtime while leaving any other items behind. Simple and straightforward, solidifying Rhizodus's role as a mid-game all rounder mount.
Controls
LeftClick/RT/R2 - Bite
RightClick/LT/L2 - Water Projectile Attack
C/RS - Toggle Water Projectile Modes
SpaceBar/A/X - Lunge (underwater), Halt Movement (sliding downhill)
BONUS ARTWORK
My work-in-progress ARK Submissions roadmap. Stay tuned for more submissions made by me!
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