Flesh

"If I were a biologist I'd probably stay awake up night after watching a Flesh eat it's own entrails, as a physicist I can only assume it was very hungry... Such is life in the Zone"

- Dr W.W. Jacobs'

Background
Fleshes are curious creatures that appear to be a cross-mutation of toads and wild pigs. They’re commonly found in swampland or damp areas where radiation is at its highest point – Areas which have caused the mutants severe damage. The Flesh was originally covered in thin hair, however exposure to radiation has stripped the creature of its fur and hide, exposing its bleached flesh.

The Flesh’s primary genetic structure is that of a traditional swamp toad commonly found in Ukraine’s wetland, however it’s DNA has become so scrambled it’s become a sequential hermaphrodite, meaning it can become female or male at will. Female Fleshes, the most common, also store their young in small cavities in their back much like the Surinam toad. Their resemblance of a pig is striking however, the pink hide, hooves and short tails indicate that it is indeed a pig. The Flesh's cry is unique, matching its DNA structure. Some state that it’s more of a pig’s squeal, but is known to croak when at rest. Fleshes are fairly sedate creatures, opting to for fleeing potential predators. Natural enemies of the Flesh are few and far-between due to their location. The radiation in the Zone’s swamps deters most predators, and aside from the Flesh its only inhabitants are a myth, such as the Zone Controller. Fleshes only defence is an oily sheen across their skin, it’s highly toxic to touch. Upon attacking a female Flesh, its young will sprout from its back. Typically swarming an attacker out of panic - which can cause severe burning and radiation poisoning.

Season 1
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