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| − | [[ | + | [[File:AP.png|thumb|right|thumb|400px|border|An image showcasing the end of the map's inland sea.]] |
| − | + | ==Overview== | |
| − | + | Ancestral Plains is the largest map currently functional in the game. It features a large ocean and a variety of different terrains and landmarks able to be explored. Currently the map is the most widely used on servers both official and community-run, making it important to know where you're headed. If you are new to the game and this map, it is recommended you use a [[Pteranodon]] to fly around and get a feel for the landscape before you begin a journey as a [[Terrestrial Creatures|terrestrial]] or [[Aquatic Creatures|aquatic]] creature. | |
| − | + | ==Notable Features/Landmarks== | |
| − | + | ===Rivers=== | |
| − | + | Ancestral Plains currently features rivers, of which there are two on the map in total. One drains into a mid-sized lake and the other drains into the inland sea. Both feature varying strengths of current, able to pull and drag young creatures and poor swimmers with it. If a current exercises a strong enough effect on one's creature, there is a possibility of drowning. Be careful! | |
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| − | + | A well-equipped [[Aquatic Creatures|aquatic creature]] such as a [[Mosasaurus]] with [[Talents|speed talents]] or an [[Elasmosaurus]] may be able to swim up either of the rivers. | |
| − | + | [[File:ANCESTRALPLAINS-1.png|thumb|A simplified map showcasing the geographic features of Ancestral Plains. ]] | |
| − | [[File: | + | [[File:Unknown-2.png|thumb|A more detailed Ancestral Plains map with [[Caves|caves]] shown. ]] |
| − | [[ | + | ===The Swamp=== |
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| + | This map contains a mid-sized swamp, filled to the brim with fresh water and [[Foliage System|edible plants]]. While it is a great place to [[Nesting system|raise young]] on a sunny day, the area is very close to sea level, and floods easily during any type of [[Weather|storm surge]]. However, the [[Tide System|tide]] does not normally reach the swamp. Also hidden within the swamp is one of a few possible entrances to a cave filled with [[Comfort|comfort crystals]]. | ||
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| + | ==="Pteranodon Mountain"=== | ||
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| + | A large, mountainous structure stands at the eastern edge of the inland sea and is commonly referred to as "Pteranodon Mountain." The namesake is due to the fact that it is an ideal nesting and roosting spot for the flying creature [[Pteranodon]]. Near the top of the mountain lies a cave with water and [[Comfort|comfort crystals]] within. Many flying creatures can live there in relative safety, only having to leave the cave for food or water (if the small pool drains completely.) The only other creatures who can access the cave outside of a [[Weather|massive flood]] besides [[Pteranodon]] are the [[Tropeognathus]] and [[Velociraptor]], the latter due to their ability to scale cliffs. | ||
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| + | ===Inland Sea=== | ||
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| + | Shallow and filled with [[Fish|fish]], [[Foliage System|kelp]], and crossing players, the inland sea of the Ancestral Plains map is a wonderful place to live for most [[Aquatic Creatures|aquatic]] or [[Semiaquatic Creatures|semi-aquatic]] creatures and an inconvenience to [[Terrestrial Creatures|terrestrial]] ones trying to move between the largest islands. However, the popularity of the location may lead one to unwanted conflicts. Aside from the sea being a high-traffic area, it is also heavily affected by [[Tide System|tides]]. At [[Tide System|high tide]], no easy land crossings exist, allowing [[Aquatic Creatures|aquatics]] to move in and out as they please. At [[Tide System|low tide]], many easy land crossings emerge, allowing [[Terrestrial Creatures|terrestrials]] to move freely. Unlucky [[Aquatic Creatures|aquatics]] who could not win the race against the tide will most likely be stuck until the tide rises again. | ||
Latest revision as of 19:35, 30 April 2021
Contents
Overview
Ancestral Plains is the largest map currently functional in the game. It features a large ocean and a variety of different terrains and landmarks able to be explored. Currently the map is the most widely used on servers both official and community-run, making it important to know where you're headed. If you are new to the game and this map, it is recommended you use a Pteranodon to fly around and get a feel for the landscape before you begin a journey as a terrestrial or aquatic creature.
Notable Features/Landmarks
Rivers
Ancestral Plains currently features rivers, of which there are two on the map in total. One drains into a mid-sized lake and the other drains into the inland sea. Both feature varying strengths of current, able to pull and drag young creatures and poor swimmers with it. If a current exercises a strong enough effect on one's creature, there is a possibility of drowning. Be careful!
A well-equipped aquatic creature such as a Mosasaurus with speed talents or an Elasmosaurus may be able to swim up either of the rivers.
The Swamp
This map contains a mid-sized swamp, filled to the brim with fresh water and edible plants. While it is a great place to raise young on a sunny day, the area is very close to sea level, and floods easily during any type of storm surge. However, the tide does not normally reach the swamp. Also hidden within the swamp is one of a few possible entrances to a cave filled with comfort crystals.
"Pteranodon Mountain"
A large, mountainous structure stands at the eastern edge of the inland sea and is commonly referred to as "Pteranodon Mountain." The namesake is due to the fact that it is an ideal nesting and roosting spot for the flying creature Pteranodon. Near the top of the mountain lies a cave with water and comfort crystals within. Many flying creatures can live there in relative safety, only having to leave the cave for food or water (if the small pool drains completely.) The only other creatures who can access the cave outside of a massive flood besides Pteranodon are the Tropeognathus and Velociraptor, the latter due to their ability to scale cliffs.
Inland Sea
Shallow and filled with fish, kelp, and crossing players, the inland sea of the Ancestral Plains map is a wonderful place to live for most aquatic or semi-aquatic creatures and an inconvenience to terrestrial ones trying to move between the largest islands. However, the popularity of the location may lead one to unwanted conflicts. Aside from the sea being a high-traffic area, it is also heavily affected by tides. At high tide, no easy land crossings exist, allowing aquatics to move in and out as they please. At low tide, many easy land crossings emerge, allowing terrestrials to move freely. Unlucky aquatics who could not win the race against the tide will most likely be stuck until the tide rises again.
