Gasopod

Template:Class 2 Fauna The Gasopod is a fairly large defensive herbivorous life form belonging to the fauna category. It can be found in the Safe Shallows slowly cruising through the water.

The Gasopod is able t

At night, the Gasopod will move significantly slower and most commonly stop in the water, giving the indication that they are "sleeping". The Gasopod's defensive radius is much smaller, however it will still detach pods from its tail if something should get too close.

Gasopods can often be found in small groups of around 2-3.

Gasopods can be stunned by using the Stasis Rifle or attaching a few floaters to them.

While inside the Gasopods poisonous cloud, the player will rapidly take 9% damage, and have an increased decline in nutrition. Upon leaving the cloud, the player will quickly regenerate all lost health.

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A slow-moving lifeform capable of filling the water with a poisonous and corrosive compound capable of dissolving even synthetic fibers.

Filtration System:
Multiple gill layers appear to render this creature impervious to the noxious clouds it produces.
Algae Gland:
A bulbous, sack-like appendage on the rear end. A luminescent yellow algae grows inside the sack and produces the poisonous compound. Abdominal muscles contract when the creature is stimulated, causing the algae gland to emit the noxious compound into the surrounding water.
Large Pelvic Fins:
Capable of powerful movement through the water when moving in small herds.

Gasopods appear to be social in nature, and may even use their emissions in their relationship rituals.

Assessment: Use caution