Stare into the Monster Maker (Day 2)

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

These creatures have been ‘donated’ by C.S. Boyack:

Jambphibians

The new is rather confusing because these deep sea animals aren’t amphibians.  The name comes from them resembling bio-luminescent door jambs with two webbed legs.  Their size ranges from fitting in your palm to that of a house cat.  Scientists are unclear how to categorize the Jambphibians, which have gills and vestigial lungs.  More tests have to be done, which is impossible because they explode if brought out the depths.  It is assumed the lungs attempt to inflate, but the chest cavity no longer has the space to accommodate them.  Perhaps the only thing that we know is they eat like a baleen whale by inhaling water, filtering out the food particles, and letting the water and waste pass out their narrow back end.

Cryptiles

Found on the floor of various ruins, it took scientists years to realize that these things were alive.  Showing similar gene markers as an octopus, these square animals take the coloration and design of the ancient tiles.  They do have fifty small claws on the underside to dig a small hole, which allows their belly to bloat after eating.  Their diet consists of bugs, reptiles, and the feet of anything small enough to fit in their camouflaged, sharp-toothed mouths.  Having incredibly strong carapaces, the Cryptiles can withstand a full grown gorilla stepping on them.  Beasts of that size have nothing to fear, but children of larger species can be attacked.  Especially if they get a hand near the mouth because these animals don’t know the difference.  Humans are relatively safe since shoe leather and plastic are toxic to Cryptiles.

Hemocites

A terrifying beast of the Poghyr Desert, this creature resembles a human with chalk white skin.  The covering is very frail and one can see the internal organs on very sunny days.  It is believed that these beings are those who died in the desert and refused to acknowledge their demise.  Part of this theory comes from their confusing expression and a constant, droning request for water.  Problems appear if you do give a Hemocite water and that’s where the terror comes from.  As much as they want water, their bodies are not able to handle it.  Tests have shown that their blood has solidified in the veins, but the addition of water turns it back into a liquid.  Without a functional heart to handle the change, the creature ends up hacking up the blood and dying.  Touching the liquefied blood of a Hemocite will cause a human to have hallucinations while going blind.  The mental illusions prevent the victim from realizing their eyes are now empty sockets.

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About Charles Yallowitz

Charles E. Yallowitz was born, raised, and educated in New York. Then he spent a few years in Florida, realized his fear of alligators, and moved back to the Empire State. When he isn't working hard on his epic fantasy stories, Charles can be found cooking or going on whatever adventure his son has planned for the day. 'Legends of Windemere' is his first series, but it certainly won't be his last.
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24 Responses to Stare into the Monster Maker (Day 2)

  1. coldhandboyack's avatar coldhandboyack says:
    October 9, 2015 at 10:12 am

    Nice work. I’m so happy I played along. I also love Alice Cooper, so winner all around.

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  2. John W. Howell's avatar John W. Howell says:
    October 9, 2015 at 12:48 pm

    Terrific. All three sound like they should be avoided. Alice is great

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  3. Nicholas C. Rossis's avatar Nicholas C. Rossis says:
    October 12, 2015 at 6:30 am

    I’m surprised that Hemocites are classified as beasts. I almost feel sorry for them. Not that I’d ask one for drinks, mind you.

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