Post by mrseth on Aug 3, 2005 10:57:40 GMT -5
Name: Shogeturu
Species: Warmblooded quasi-terrapin; genus unknown
Stats:
HT: 65 meters
WT: 345,900 tonnes
Wingspan: Not applicable
Landspeed: 135 kph (sprinting), 110 kph (long-distance)
Aiprspeed: Again - not applicable
Swim Speed: 180 knots
(Portrait forthcoming.)
Description:
Squat and thick, Shogeturu would appear to be a massive, bipedal snapping tortoise, if not for the bony strips of armored shell that flow from his chin and neck, forming a sort of armor "beard" down his front. A beaklike mouth snaps through anything that can fit inside it (shy of indestructible metals, IE Adamantium, Quantum Plating, etc). Four slitted black eyes peer out from his angular face, and bone ridges line his scalp. His arms are long and powerful, ending with wide, homonid hands, the fingers tipped with short black claws. His legs are a bit shorter in proportion, but otherwise much the same; complete with semiprehensile toes. All of his digits are webbed - combined with his prodidgious strength and hydrodynamic form, this makes Shogeturu an incredibly fast swimmer.
Shogeturu's shell, while not too different in appearance from the archetypal snapping turtle, is harder than most known metals, thick enough to stop a Sidewinder missile, and remarkably resiliant to certain energy attacks; this is especially true in the "bearded" section on his frontside. His flank is a bit weaker in that regard.
Combat Style: Shogeturu starts out combat with a cry of defiance, hoping to scare the other kaiju/mecha/whatever off. After that, he typically charges his opponent, hunched down low, his head out front, and tries to tackle them, which is usually easy for him due to his denser-than-average frame. He favors grappling and in close (REALLY close) combat.
Qualities: As stated before. Shogeturu's shell is remarkably resistant to concussive and slashing damage. Piercing damage would probably work better, although it would still be extremely difficult to do more than cosmetic damage. The shell can deflect heat and photonic energy in most forms, and can absorb certain forms of high-frequency radiation, including gamma radiation. Shogeturu is completely impervious to damage from electricity; his body acts as an organic superconductor.
In addition, Shogeturu is more adaptable to changes in temperature, and more resistant to extreme heat and cold than his kaiju bretheren. Shogeturu can regenerate from anything less than mortal damage at an accelerated rate whilst underwater (in saltwater only).
Special Attacks: Shogeturu is unusually physically strong for a Kaiju of his size, and his grappling attacks are his hallmark. However, he does have two "special" attacks. First, he can emit a stream of noxious liquid from a gland in his mouth. The stream can reach about 400 feet in length, and can be used about twice a day for three seconds at a time.
The second attack is a burst of electricity from a pair of glands in his shell - he needs to be hunched over to properly direct this attack, or else have his desired target directly above him. The bolt of electricity is comparable to a "superbolt" - a positively-charged lightning strike, generating ten times the charge and heat of a standard lightning strike. This attack's limits have never been accurately tested, but it seems that Shogeturu does not use this as much as his "Toxic Spit".
Origin/History: Shogeturu is said to be an ancient water spirit; sightings of him have reached back over 2500 years, almost as long as Gojira himself. He is also said to be an ordinary giant snapper that was mutated by nuclear waste in the south pacific some sixty years ago; it is entirely unsure which story is correct.
What is certain is that Shogeturu was first sighted definitively about thirty years ago in his undersea cavern; there, he was safe, happy, and well-fed on sea snakes and other deep-dwellers. Unfortunately, the kaiju battles above him destroyed his home. Shogeturu fights for one reason - to secure his territory against these invaders, and to create a safe "nest" of his own.
Pass: Brandon, I am your... uncle
(Lemme know if I have to nerf anything...
)
Species: Warmblooded quasi-terrapin; genus unknown
Stats:
HT: 65 meters
WT: 345,900 tonnes
Wingspan: Not applicable
Landspeed: 135 kph (sprinting), 110 kph (long-distance)
Aiprspeed: Again - not applicable
Swim Speed: 180 knots
(Portrait forthcoming.)
Description:
Squat and thick, Shogeturu would appear to be a massive, bipedal snapping tortoise, if not for the bony strips of armored shell that flow from his chin and neck, forming a sort of armor "beard" down his front. A beaklike mouth snaps through anything that can fit inside it (shy of indestructible metals, IE Adamantium, Quantum Plating, etc). Four slitted black eyes peer out from his angular face, and bone ridges line his scalp. His arms are long and powerful, ending with wide, homonid hands, the fingers tipped with short black claws. His legs are a bit shorter in proportion, but otherwise much the same; complete with semiprehensile toes. All of his digits are webbed - combined with his prodidgious strength and hydrodynamic form, this makes Shogeturu an incredibly fast swimmer.
Shogeturu's shell, while not too different in appearance from the archetypal snapping turtle, is harder than most known metals, thick enough to stop a Sidewinder missile, and remarkably resiliant to certain energy attacks; this is especially true in the "bearded" section on his frontside. His flank is a bit weaker in that regard.
Combat Style: Shogeturu starts out combat with a cry of defiance, hoping to scare the other kaiju/mecha/whatever off. After that, he typically charges his opponent, hunched down low, his head out front, and tries to tackle them, which is usually easy for him due to his denser-than-average frame. He favors grappling and in close (REALLY close) combat.
Qualities: As stated before. Shogeturu's shell is remarkably resistant to concussive and slashing damage. Piercing damage would probably work better, although it would still be extremely difficult to do more than cosmetic damage. The shell can deflect heat and photonic energy in most forms, and can absorb certain forms of high-frequency radiation, including gamma radiation. Shogeturu is completely impervious to damage from electricity; his body acts as an organic superconductor.
In addition, Shogeturu is more adaptable to changes in temperature, and more resistant to extreme heat and cold than his kaiju bretheren. Shogeturu can regenerate from anything less than mortal damage at an accelerated rate whilst underwater (in saltwater only).
Special Attacks: Shogeturu is unusually physically strong for a Kaiju of his size, and his grappling attacks are his hallmark. However, he does have two "special" attacks. First, he can emit a stream of noxious liquid from a gland in his mouth. The stream can reach about 400 feet in length, and can be used about twice a day for three seconds at a time.
The second attack is a burst of electricity from a pair of glands in his shell - he needs to be hunched over to properly direct this attack, or else have his desired target directly above him. The bolt of electricity is comparable to a "superbolt" - a positively-charged lightning strike, generating ten times the charge and heat of a standard lightning strike. This attack's limits have never been accurately tested, but it seems that Shogeturu does not use this as much as his "Toxic Spit".
Origin/History: Shogeturu is said to be an ancient water spirit; sightings of him have reached back over 2500 years, almost as long as Gojira himself. He is also said to be an ordinary giant snapper that was mutated by nuclear waste in the south pacific some sixty years ago; it is entirely unsure which story is correct.
What is certain is that Shogeturu was first sighted definitively about thirty years ago in his undersea cavern; there, he was safe, happy, and well-fed on sea snakes and other deep-dwellers. Unfortunately, the kaiju battles above him destroyed his home. Shogeturu fights for one reason - to secure his territory against these invaders, and to create a safe "nest" of his own.
Pass: Brandon, I am your... uncle
(Lemme know if I have to nerf anything...
)
