[CHAR] Ancient Futures [anime apocalypse with dinosaurs]

Species name:Australovenator wintonensis
Diet: Carnivorous, mostly preying on smaller animals (though hunting animals closer to their size isn't uncommon)
Length: 20 ft (6 meters)
Height: 6.6 ft (2 meters) at the hip
Weight: 1653.5 lbs (750 kilograms)
Behavior: Often found living near wetlands, Australovenators are normally solitary, though young, related males may live together in small groups, so long as there is enough food available. After mating, the parents will take care of the offpsring, though the male will often leave before the offspring have matured. When hunting, Australovenators will utilize their dexterous forearms to grab prey, and will also use their hind legs to kick during territorial disputes, much like a modern cassowary.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males possess larger, more prominent crests above the eyes that take on bright colors during breeding season



Species name:Baryonyx walkeri
Diet: Mostly piscivorous (fish-eating), but has been known to scavenge from corpses
Length: 33 ft (10 meters)
Height: 8.2 ft (2.5 meters) at the hip
Weight: 2 tons
Behavior: Most at home in freshwater marshes and deltas, Baryonyx are among the most placid of the large carnivores that live near Vida; that said, it's best to remain cautious while in a Baryonyx's territory. While most live alone, mates will live together for several seasons, regardless of the presence of offspring. During the breeding season, males become extremely territorial, willing to attack almost anything that could be perceived as a possible threat. Once eggs have been laid, both parents will aggressively guard the nest against intruders, though most pairs will back off against larger carnivores like Tyrannosaurs.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males are more brightly colored, with almost iridescent patches of scales on their snouts upon reaching maturity
- Baryonyx that live near the coastline are more wary of the water, knowing full well that larger predators dwell beneath the waves



Species name:Caihong juji
Diet: Carnivorous, eating small mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects.
Length: 16 inches (40.64 cm)
Height: 5 inches (12.7 cm)
Weight: 1.05 pounds (475 grams)
Behavior: At first thought to be just a mere dinosaur, survivors of the various diseases carried by the dinosaurs and other species soon took notice of the species' problem-solving ability, as well as their ability to mimic various sounds. Various studies concluded that they possess intelligence similar to modern crows or ravens. They are often found in dense forests, where they glide from tree to tree, and mates stick together for life. Captive-raised Caihong who lose mates have been known to become so distressed at these losses that they will refuse to eat, and may even pluck their feathers out.
Other: - Males possess brighter plumage than females; during breeding season, they will grow more feathers on their heads, tails, and arms for display purposes
- Known to be attracted to shiny objects
- Remarkably easy to tame; individuals that imprint on a human at hatching are known to be affectionate and loyal



Species name:Carnotaurus sastrei
Diet: Carnivorous, specializing in hunting small, swift prey
Length: 26.25 ft (8 meters)
Height: 8 feet (2.5 meters) at the hip
Weight: 1.5 tons
Behavior: Carnotaurus is one of the most agile predators relative to its size, able to make sharp turns at high speeds in order to catch small prey animals. Because of a combination of their diet and preferred habitat (woodland near open plains) attacks on humans are, unfortunately, relatively common. Their thick, osteoderm-studded hide makes it tricky to get an arrow or blade into a sensitive area, and on top of that, most individuals are particularly stubborn when pursuing prey. However, the people on the outskirts of Vida have found something that repels Carnos: dung from other predators.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males are bulkier, with longer horns, while females have more pronounced osteoderms, particularly around the neck
- Though uncommon, some Carnotaurs make their home in ruins of abandoned cities and towns; scavengers have learned to avoid these places



Species name:Deinocheirus mirificus
Diet: Omnivorous, eating almost anything one can find in a pond (algae, plants, fish, amphibians, etc.)
Length: 39 ft (11.9 meters)
Height: 12 ft (3.66 meters) at the hip
Weight: 6 tons
Behavior: Mostly found in areas with lots of slow-moving water, Deinocheirus tend to be placid, congregating in herds where there is plentiful amounts of food. While generally a placid animal, and preferring to flee to the safety of deeper water when confronted by a predator, their arms and claws are quite capable of delivering powerful blows. Though its vision is relatively weak for an ornithomimosaur, Deinocheirus compensates with a stronger sense of smell.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males possess brightly-colored feathers on their heads, arms, and sail, as well as wattles along the neck that turn red during breeding season
- Are relatively indifferent to humans, though most try to keep some distance from larger boats; fishermen have learned to pay attention to their behavior to avoid predators and bad weather
- A very small number have been tamed (all female), and the eggs they produce often sell for quite a bit
- The hides and feathers of males during the breeding season are often sought after due to their coloration



Species name:Gallimimus bullatus
Diet: Omnivorous, eating grasses, seeds, berries, small lizards and mammals, and (rarely) eggs
Length: 20 ft (6 meters)
Height: 6.5 ft (2 meters) at the hip
Weight: 950 lbs (431 kilograms)
Behavior: Gallimimus are social animals, found in large herds in prairie or plains areas, though it's not uncommon to see smaller groups mixed in with herds of other dinosaurs, such as ceratopsians. Despite a relative lack of binocular vision, the species has a good sense of sight; however a Gallimimus's night vision is extremely poor. Though Gallimimus will often flee from predators, if necessary, they will defend themselves with kicks powerful enough to break the bones of smaller carnivores... or humans.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males possess brightly colored feathers around the head and forearms
- A small number of individuals have been tamed by people in Vida, and are prized for their speed
- Gallimimus eggs and feathers are commonly traded, but meat is considered a delicacy



Species name:Giganotosaurus carolini
Diet: Carnivorous, often hunting animals like young sauropods
Length: 43 feet (13.11 meters)
Height: 19 feet (5.8 meters) at the hip
Weight: 9 tons
Behavior: For the most part solitary hunters, Gigas (as they're colloquially called) are known to hunt larger herbivores, and even form temporary packs to take down fully grown sauropods. Giganotosaurs are known to frequent open forests at the edge of flood plains. A healthy, fully-grown Giga has very few threats, aside from other Giganotosaurs and other large carnivores, like Tyrannosaurus.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; females tend to be more gracefully built, while males are bulkier, with bright patches of color around the eyes
- Gigas are known to engage in cannibalism more often than other large carnivores, and mature adults normally have many scars from other members of their species



Species name:Giraffatitan brancai
Diet: Herbivorous, browsing from the tops of trees, with a preference for conifer trees
Length: 85 ft (25.9 meters)
Height: 30 ft (9.14 meters) at the shoulder
Weight: 56 tons
Behavior: Mostly living in small groups, Giraffatitans are nomadic dinosaurs, following specific routes with the seasons in order to feed. Giraffatitan groups are led by a matriarch, and consist mostly of related females and their offspring. Mature males will live either alone or in bachelor groups. Given their size, healthy adults are very rarely targeted by predators (though it's not unheard of for packs of Giganotosaurus to form and hunt down adults), though juveniles are vulnerable to many predators.
Other: - Are mostly indifferent to humans, though there are some tribes that will follow the herds and hunt them for food and other necessities
- Given their near-consistent migratory routes, many humans use their migrations as a measure of when to harvest or prepare for winter
- The species has symbiotic relationships with various small pterosaurs, which eat insects and other parasites that might live on their skin



Species name:Mosasaurus hoffmanni
Diet: Carnivorous, actively hunting nearly anything it can fit in its mouth
Length: 56 ft (17.07 meters)
Weight: 30 tons
Behavior: The apex predators of the waters around Vida, Mosasaurs and other marine reptiles have made a major impact on the ecosystems of the oceans; while this is true of terrestrial ecosystems as well, it's currently unknown how extensive the impact has been. Solitary predators, they will eat almost anything they can, be it sharks or smaller whales, or even smaller Mosasaurs. Attacks on fishing boats are rare, but they can and do occur.
Other: - If something can't be digested (hair, bones, metal), it will be vomited up later; it's not unusual to find things like car license plates in their stomach
- Juveniles will live in shallow areas like reefs or deltas to avoid being hunted by adults; most Mosasaur attacks are the result of humans swimming in a juvenile's territory



Species name:Nasutoceratops titusi
Diet:
Length: 14.8 ft (4.5 meters)
Height: 6 ft (1.83 meters) at the hip
Weight: 1.7 tons
Behavior: Found in herds ranging from ten to twenty members, Nasutoceratops is one of the most common herbivores encountered near Vida. Like ceratopsians they are relatively placid unless they detect predators, or feel their offspring are threatened. Curiously enough, Nasutoceratops are incredibly tolerant of humans, with the only exception being if very young juveniles are present in the herd.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males tend to be bulkier, with larger, more brightly-colored frills and longer horns
- The most commonly seen tamed dinosaur in and around Vida, though males are in the minority, thanks to their aggression during breeding season



Species name:Postosuchus wyomingensis
Diet: Herbivorous, eating low shrubs and tall grasses, but will supplement its diet with small animals and carrion if the opportunity presents itself
Length: 15 ft (4.6 meters)
Height: 4 ft (1.22 meters) at the hip
Weight: 660 lbs (272.16 kilograms)
Behavior: Despite its fierce reputation in popular culture, Pachycephalosaurs are normally timid creatures outside of the breeding season. Their thick, domed skulls are used in intraspecies competiton, though not headbutting; instead, combatants will swing their heads and slam into each other's flanks. Juveniles, on the other hand, will lock heads and shove back and forth to determine strength. While Pachys will attempt to flee from most predators, they may decide to fight back against carnivores closer to their size.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males have thicker bones than females, as well as brighter scales during the breeding season
- As a Pachycephalosaurus ages, its skull changes, as illustrated here
- Males tend to eat more meat in preparation for the breeding season



Species name:Pannoniasaurus inexpectatus
Diet: Carnivorous, actively hunting aquatic prey, as well as anything near the surface of the water
Length: 20 ft (6.1 meters)
Weight: 1100 lbs (498.95 kilograms)
Behavior: Unlike most mosasaurs, Pannoniasaurus is a freshwater species. Mostly at home in warm, shallow waters, the species are opportunistic carnivores, and will eat nearly anything they can catch, ranging from fish and turtles to birds and small dinosaurs that come to the water to drink. Like other mosasaurs, they give birth to one or two live young at a time. Unlike larger species, however, the mother will look after her offspring for a period of several months. After this point, she may view them as either competition or potential sources of food.
Other: - Thanks to their diet and how relatively common they are in the area around Vida, they are responsible for more attacks on fishermen than other species, even Baryonyx
- Mother Pannoniasaurs are very protective of their offspring when they're young, and will even attack larger predators that get too close
- If something can't be digested (hair, bones, metal), it will be vomited up later



Species name:Parasaurolophus tubicen
Diet: Herbivorous
Length: 36 ft (11 meters)
Height: 10 ft (3.05 meters) at the hip
Weight: 3 tons
Behavior: Like many species of hadrosaur, Parasaurolophus are often found in large herds, though the grouping of these herds tend to be looser than most, with mature males on the edges of the group, mature females and older juveniles in the middle, and young juveniles in the center. Herds are nomadic, traveling northward or southward with the seasons, and often near the coastline. When confronted by large predators, such as Tyrannosaurs, they will attempt to flee. However, when confronted by carnivores of smaller size, they will group up and bellow. It has been suggested that the crests on their heads create a sort of infrasound that irritates them, or even hurts their ears.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males have larger, more brightly colored crests, though females tend to be slightly bulkier than males
- Parasaur migrations bring them past Vida at least twice a year, in which time some individuals are culled; however, this is also a dangerous time for people outside the walls, as many predators follow the herds



Species name:Proceratosaurus bradleyi
Diet: Carnivorous; prefers hunting small mammals, lizards, and birds, and will scavenge from kills made by larger predators
Length: 8 ft (2.5 meters)
Height: 2 ft (0.61 meters) at the hip
Weight: 61 lbs (28 kilograms)
Behavior: Despite its name, this Jurassic-era carnivore is actually the earliest known ancestor of the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. They are often found in packs of up to ten members, and while they prefer hunting smaller prey, the pack will occasionally work together to take down prey two to three times their size. Most larger predators tolerate a pack's presence in their territory (assuming that the larger predator doesn't have eggs or young offspring), as they offer a kind of early warning system against intruders.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; females tend to be larger and stronger, while males possess larger, more colorful head crests.



Species name:Torosaurus latus
Diet: Herbivorous
Length: 30 ft (9.14 meters)
Height: 12 ft (3.7 meters) at the hip
Weight: 6 tons
Behavior: One of the largest ceratopsians in the area around Vida, and one of the most well-known. Often found in small herds led by an alpha male, Torosaurus are territorial and stubborn. They rarely tolerate herbivores of comparable size in their territory, and will often use their numbers to drive them out. However, they do seem to get along well with smaller herbivores, such as Gallimimus.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males tend to be bulkier, with larger, more brightly-colored frills and longer horns
- At one point thought to be Triceratops, but after herds of both species were seen in the same area, it was confirmed they are two distinct species
- Known to attack large vehicles in their territory, though they'll often leave machines like motorcycles or ATVs alone, provided they keep their distance



Species name:Tyrannosaurus rex
Diet: Carnivorous, hunting hadrosaurs and armored herbivores, though older individuals will often bully other predators away from their kills
Length: 40 ft (12.19 meters)
Height: 12 ft (3.66 meters) at the hip
Weight: 10 tons
Behavior: Despite their reputation, Tyrannosaurs are often found in small family groups. These usually consist of parents and their offspring, with older siblings assisting in raising younger ones. Once an individual nears maturity, they are forced to leave their parents' territory. Like other carnivores, Tyrannosaurs often follow the migrations of hadrosaurs, though some individuals will occasionally settle into one particular area if there is enough food available.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; males possess more brightly colored scales on the face and throat
- As Tyrannosaurs get older, their bodies become substantially more heavily built; this is especially noticeable around the jaws and legs
- Despite what pop culture said, Tyrannosaurs have eyesight on par with birds of prey
- Tyrannosaurs living alone will prey more often on hadrosaurs; family groups will more often take on prey like ceratopsians and ankylosaurs



Species name:Utahraptor ostrommaysi
Diet: Carnivorous, ambushing prey like hadrosaurs, but are not above hunting smaller game
Length: 21 ft (7.01 meters)
Height: 5.5 ft (1.68 meters) at the hip
Weight: 800 lbs (362.87 kilograms)
Behavior: One of the most intelligent dinosaurs, Utahraptors are known to make their homes almost anywhere (though they prefer forested areas). However, they're one of the most common predators in the ruins of old cities. Packs consist of three to six members, with the alpha almost always being female. Fights to establish or test a pecking order are common, and it's not unusual to see Utahraptors with scars across their faces and necks. Despite their somewhat brutal pack structure, Utahraptors are caring parents, and even go so far as to track down egg thieves.
Other: - The species displays slight sexual dimorphism; females tend to be larger and bulkier, and males have more brightly-colored plumage on their heads, arms, and tails
- Utahraptors tend to avoid attacking humans so long as they stay away from their nests, or there is other prey available; indeed, it's not uncommon for humans crossing through Utahraptor territory to be shadowed by one or two pack members from a distance
- Despite theories, raptors do not use their "killing claw" to disembowel prey; instead, it's used to hold on to or pin struggling prey

Edgar Clarke

"Oh, hello! My name is Edgar, it's nice to mee-... Oh, alright... Goodbye then..."

NameEdgar Clarke

Age
17

GenderMale

AppearanceWhether due to the perfect storm of unfortunate genetics or just an outcome of his lifestyle, Edgar is quite a bit taller, more muscular, and just all around scarier looking than your average seventeen year old boy. Standing at about 6'4 feet, he's a mountain of a young man. Unfortunately, this combines with tiny irises, a voice that makes every word sound like a growl or grunt, and a facial structure that makes ninety-nine out of a hundred smiles look like grimaces, sneers or occasionally, on good days, smirks, to make him look quite intimidating.

PersonalityEdgar is quite a shy person, often finding it difficult to find the right words to say. When he does speak to people though, he tries to be as friendly as he can manage, although it often ends in failure due to his face and reputation.

He also gets lonely quite easily, but he gets along well enough with animals that they tend to help him avoid this. In fact, when he isn't tending to the dinosaurs at the ranch, he can often be found feeding and playing with smaller animals, whether they be dinosaur, bird, or even small surviving mammals. When he's not doing this, he is most likely making small, homemade good luck charms to try and help himself gain confidence.

BackgroundOriginally, Edgar and his family were members of a small, nomadic clan living in the Rocky Mountains. Life was difficult, yes, but for the most part, many of the larger predatory dinosaur species had little presence up there. However, around the time he was thirteen, a herd of hadrosaurs passed through the mountains, and following behind them was a pack of Utahraptors. 

Once they ran into Edgar's clan, the results were devastating, and the survivors of the encounter decided to leave the mountains in search of a new safe place to live. Unfortunately, the utahraptors apparently came to the conclusion that the human clan was a far easier target than the hadrosaurs, and followed them out of the mountains. To this day, Edgar doesn't know why or how he survived, but he was one of very few who did. Eventually, the five survivors ran across the settlement of Vida, where they proceeded to settle in fairly easily. The utahraptors even stopped chasing them when they reached it, seeing that they were now part of a far larger group!

However, even though three and a half years have passed since then, Edgar has been finding it quite difficult to properly integrate into the rest of the settlement, due in large part to his intimidating appearance. Along with this, just about everyone who could help clear up the misconception have died in ensuing years, leaving him almost entirely alone to face the rumours and fear.

MiscellaneousThere is currently a rumour among some of the younger children that he'll feed them to his dinosaurs at the farm if he catches them out after dark.

[CHAR] Ancient Futures [anime apocalypse with dinosaurs]

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