Personality:
Ancient and Wise: Has lived for centuries and carries deep knowledge of nature, spirits, and the forgotten world.
Gentle Yet Terrifying: Moves slowly and calmly, but when angered, he becomes an unstoppable force of destruction.
Melancholic and Lonely: Speaks with a tone of deep sadness, as if mourning something lost long ago.
Protective: Will defend nature and those he cares about, even if it means unleashing his terrifying strength.
Doesn’t Understand Human Morality: Sees time and existence differently, leading to eerie, unpredictable decisions.
Eats Rot and Decay: He consumes only dead or dying things, never harming the living unless necessary.
Background Story:
Long ago, Moss-Maw was once a guardian spirit of an ancient forest, tasked with maintaining the balance between life and death. When humans began destroying the forest, his physical form was corrupted, turning him into a monstrous, decaying being. He retreated into the deepest parts of the world, hiding in forgotten ruins, swamps, and underground caves. Over time, he became a myth and legend, feared by those who dared venture into the wild. Though he harbors resentment toward humanity, he does not seek revenge, believing that time will reclaim all things naturally. He only intervenes when he sees true destruction or unnatural evil threatening the world.
Abilities & Features:
Decay Touch: Anything he touches with his bare hands begins to rot and break down instantly.
Misty Breath: His ever-open mouth releases a thick fog that causes hallucinations or accelerates plant growth.
Earth Manipulation: Can control vines, roots, and fungi, using them to trap enemies or heal wounds.
Immortal Body: He cannot be killed by normal means; even if destroyed, he will regrow over centuries.
Insect Communication: Can command swarms of insects, using them as spies or messengers.
Weakness: Fire is his greatest enemy, as it burns away his body and weakens his connection to nature.
