[PTZ_05S1] Survival Odyssey: Serpens wyrmus

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A standalone mod that introduces the horrific Wyrm. A large serpent that uses an acidic substance as a lethal weapon.

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Name: Wyrm

Habitat: Radioactive "Red" Zone

Diet: Carnivore

Sustenance: Ovivore

Temperament: Highly Aggressive

Behavior: Fiercely Combative

Wild:

There’s something unsettling about this large, crimson serpent. Watching it slither through irradiated wastelands, thriving where most life withers, feels like glimpsing a force of nature rather than a mere creature. It doesn’t hunt like anything encountered before. The Wyrm’s acid - it’s different. It’s not like the Basilisk’s venomous substance nor a Jormungandr’s alkaline substance; this acid is designed purely for the destruction of organic tissue. It burns through flesh with a single bite, where its highest concentration is injected directly into the victim.

Avoiding the Wyrm’s ambushes is crucial. It hides beneath the ground, its forked tail the only warning, barely visible above the surface. When it strikes, there’s no time for second chances. A neutralizing reagent can counteract the acid coursing through the body after a bite, but the airborne acid is an entirely different threat. Surviving in the presence of a Wyrm requires more than caution; a complete hazmat suit is essential. Without full protection, the airborne acid can burn through skin, lungs, and tissues within seconds.

Domesticated:

Harvesting the substance from a tamed Wyrm unlocked new possibilities. Preparing the substance properly is challenging, though the results are unexpected and surprising. Not only does it enhance explosives and ammunition power, but with care, it is useful to coat arrows or even load darts with the corrosive compound. It’s not strong enough to eat through metal, but against flesh and bone, it’s devastating—quite effective against the creatures that keep chasing me in the darkness.

The Wyrm itself can be pacified, controlled, and trained to release bursts of acid or inject it directly into anything in its path. Yet, there’s always that sense of danger, even in the rare moments of control. Handling its acid is a constant risk, a reminder that the Wyrm remains a force beyond full understanding.

Ecosystem Footprint:

As a resilient predator at the top of the ecosystem, it stands matched only by the Drakes and Reapers, with whom the Wyrm regularly fights. What sets the Wyrm apart is its combative nature. Much like its cousins, it exploits the nesting areas of Rock Drakes, indulging in the pleasure of consuming their eggs whole. However, unlike its relatives, which tend to slither away to avoid confrontation, the Wyrm seems to relish the thrill of battle against such fierce rivals.

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Species: Serpens wyrmus
Time Period: Post-Hominocene
Lifeform Category: Organic
Biological Classification: Genetical
Biological Size: Large/Huge
Biological Group: Neoserpentaris
Ecological Hierarchy: Apex Predator
Ecological Impact: High
Ecological Evolution: Yes
Ecological Adaptations: Ambush, Acidic Bite, Acidic Projection, Radioaction Immunity
Ecological Behavior: Individualistic Confrontational
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Adds creatures:

Wyrm

Habitat Spawn: Can be found on the Radiation "Red" Zone, on Aberration;
Global Spawn: 94% for a Wyrm to spawn;
Shares the [base] Basilisk's model, with color regions matching those of the Fire Wyvern;
Tamed passively using Fertilized Rock Drake Eggs, similar to the Basilisk;
Harvesting its corpse yields Raw Meat, Raw Prime Meat, Hide, and Acidic Substance;
Its bite inflicts a non-stackable debuff, decreasing health over time. This can be countered by consuming the Neutralizing Reagent;
Weaponizes acid substance with a long ranged AOE attack, applying a debuff that decreases oxygen over time. The effect can be neutralized by consuming the Neutralizing Reagent or wearing a full hazmat suit;
Reduces Metal and Red Gem weights by 75%;
Shares the same stat range as the Basilisk.

Alpha Wyrm

Habitat Spawn: Rarely found on the Radiation "Red" Zone, on Aberration;
Global Spawn: 6% for a Alpha Wyrm to spawn, replacing a Wyrm spawn;
Elite Specimen: Comparable to the Alpha Basilisk;
Harvesting the corpse yields Raw Meat, Raw Prime Meat, Hide and Acidic Substance (+);
It shares the same stat range as the Alpha Basilisk;

Adds Ammunition:

Acidic Arrow

Inflicts the acid Debuff (HP Depletion - Low effectiveness);
Crafted in the Smithy;
Unlocked with [Tranquilizer Arrow].

Acidic Spear Bolt

Inflicts the acid Debuff (HP Depletion - Mid effectiveness);
Crafted in the Smithy;
Unlocked with [Tranq Spear Bolt].

Acidic Dart

Inflicts the acid Debuff (HP Depletion - Mid effectiveness);
Crafted in the Smithy;
Unlocked with [Tranquilizer Dart].

Corrosive Spear Bolt

Inflicts the acid Debuff (HP Depletion - High effectiveness);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Pheromone Dart].

Acidic Cannister Ammo

Inflicts the acid AOE Debuff (Oxygen Depletion);
Crafted in the Chemical Bench;
Unlocked with [Flamethrower Ammo].

Corrosive Dart

Inflicts the acid Debuff (HP Depletion - High effectiveness);
Crafted in the Chemical Bench;
Unlocked with [Flamethrower Ammo].

Corrosive Grenade

Inflicts the acid AOE Debuff (Oxygen Depletion);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Poison Grenade].

Advanced HP Bullet

(+20% Damage);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Advanced Bullet].

Simple HP Bullet

(+20% Damage);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Simple Bullet].

Advanced Rifle HP Bullet

(+20% Damage);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Advanced Rifle Bullet].

Corrosive Rocket Propelled Grenade

Inflicts the acid AOE Debuff (Oxygen Depletion);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Rocket].

Shotgun Slug Ammo

(+20% Damage);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Simple Shotgun Shell].

Advanced Sniper HP Bullet

(+20% Damage);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Advanced Sniper Bullet].

Simple Rifle HP Bullet

(+20% Damage);
Crafted in the Fabricator;
Unlocked with [Simple Rifle Bullet].

Adds Consumables:

Acidic Substance

Created by Wyrms every 3 minutes, up to a max of 20 units;
Consuming inflicts the Acidic Debuff (Health Depletion - Low effectiveness);
Harvested from Wyrm corpses.

Acidic Reagent

Consuming Inflicts the acid Debuff (HP Depletion - Mid effectiveness);
Crafted in the Chemical Bench;
Unlocked with [Antidote].

Neutralizing Reagent

Nullifies the acid Debuff and AOE Debuff, for a limited time;
Crafted in the Chemical Bench;
Unlocked with [Antidote].

Wyrm Egg

Find wild eggs or have mate boosted Wyrms.

Fertilized Wyrm Egg

Breed Wyrms;
Hatch for a baby Wyrm.

Adds Cosmetics:

Wyrm Chibi

Hunt and Kill Alpha Wyrms;
Common - Low than 10% chance to drop.

Adds Resources:

Explosive Powder

Crafted in the Chemical Bench;
Unlocked with [Gunpowder].

Acidite

Alternative to Sulfur.

Adds Saddles:

Wyrm Saddle

Crafted in the Smithy;
Unlocked with [Basilisk Saddle];

Adds Traps:

Tripwire Acidic Trap

Inflicts the acid AOE Debuff (Oxygen Depletion);
Crafted in the Smithy;
Unlocked with [Improvised Explosive Device].

Adds Tributes:

Wyrm Scale

Obtainable by killing wild Wyrms;
Alternative to Basilisk Scale.

Alpha Wyrm Fang

Obtainable by killing wild Alpha Wyrms;
Alternative to Alpha Basilisk Fang.

Adds new Recipes: Acidite

RNG Output;
Available in the Chemical Bench;
Unlocked with [Absorbent Substract].

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬:

Note 1. The mod development is Completed;
Note 2. This is a standalone mod, it does not require the core mod: [PTZ_00] Survival Odyssey;
Note 3. Be aware that odd mod behaviors may occur.
Note 4. There is no expectation that the mod will undergo significant changes, though there is potential for optimizations;
Note 5. Originally created almost two years ago for [00_PTZ] Ark Re-Evolution in Ark: Survival Evolved;
Note 6. It was ported for [PTZ_00] Survival Odyssey, Ark: Survival Ascended. Although there is no confirmation if the assets were damaged, or not - It is expected that they are;
Note 7. The original assets were re-imported, refreshed, and optimized for the current standalone version;
Note 8. Roadmap, goals, and plans will not be disclosed to protect my intellectual property, effort, and time dedicated to modding;
Note 9. Documentation will be limited to the mod's page and discord server;
Note 10. For additional information or communication, please visit Grand Odyssey;

Thank you for the attention,

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