The Ka'tar People: Parasitic Fungi and Their Complex Society - Devlog 04

Today, let's dive into the culture of the Ka'tar People. Although they may initially appear as antagonists, it's important to understand that their biological and cultural characteristics put them in a position of conflict with other humanoid races.

Meaning of the name (in Sumerian): ka-tar princely; praise; challenger; a type of fungus or rot ('mouth' + 'to decide; to destroy')

The Ka'tar are parasitic fungi that depend on infecting the brain of a humanoid host to survive and reproduce. This dependency puts them in a conflicted relationship with their hosts, as their very existence requires our subjugation. This inevitable imbalance is one of the reasons why the Ka'tar are seen as a threat by humanoid peoples.

Furthermore, the Ka'tar lack a full understanding of human notions, resulting in behaviors often incomprehensible to others. The emotions they express on their faces are remnants of the host they infected, not their own, creating an additional layer of strangeness and incomprehension. While they require vital parts of the body to sustain themselves, other parts decay due to their influence. For example, the Ka'tar relies on the host's eyes for sight and their digestive system for sustenance, so those parts of the body are preserved while others decompose.

Inhabitants of the Ancient Temple of Ashni for a decade now, the Ka'tar demonstrate an ability to adapt to diverse environments and explore spaces, living in colonies that reflect not only collective dependence but also the ability to organize and coordinate in relation to hosts.

Imagine encountering someone you know transformed by a parasitic entity? In Depths of Ascension, we will explore these nuances further, challenging players to face not only physical enemies but also ethical and emotional dilemmas.

We are excited to share more details about the game's development and can't wait to see players dive into the depths of this journey!

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