Shade Fruit

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Data

Climate Tropical
Terrain Jungle
Organization Cluster
Activity Perennial
Size 2.54cm, 141g

Habitat

Shade Fruit are near perfectly spherical fruits found growing in large clusters among foliage located in the very middle of Thalus trees. These trees are found only in Tierijev’s jungles. They are found in the greatest amount on islands in the De Val archipelago. Shade Fruit quality is noted to be best among clusters hidden deep in foliage in damp areas. Despite these conditions, the fruit itself is crisp.

Ecology

Shade Fruit are extremely difficult to obtain for animals not already able to traverse the higher areas of the Tierjev jungles. Guval covet these fruits greatly and are known to temporarily live in areas where Shade Fruit are found. Other tree dwelling animals and birds are known to seek these fruits. The water resting in the fruits foliage that covers the fruit cluster is also sought after by animals. People who have tasted the water of the Shade Fruit foliage have described it as refreshing and slightly sweet.

Characteristics

Shade Fruit are found hidden underneath dense foliage that creates a pseudo greenhouse environment around the fruit. Foliage is curved to form something reminiscent of a shallow bowl. This ‘bowl’ collects water, which is slowly fed to the fruit through microscopic tubes within the plant. The skin of the fruit is a mix of black and purple, with an almost crystal like shine to them. The colors sparkle brightly when exposed to light. Despite existing in such damp conditions, biting into the fruit reveals a crisp and juicy meat that is subtly sweet.

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