The third member of the Aquabulla (colloquial name: Waterbubble) family. Found in the Great Buddy Lake along with its other relatives, the distinctive feature of this variety is its vein-like structures which anchor its bubble to the plant. Given time, these bubbles detach and float to the surface, sometimes leaving behind the veiny structures, or having them come with if the plant detaches from the stem. Slightly more travel-friendly than Tama Aquabullas, Vahnas are known to have a slightly bitter taste, probably due to the fact that more plant matter tends to accompany them to the surface than their less veiny counterparts. As such, they are generally less preferred in use, but are more favored as houseplants by Aqua Buddys than their land counterparts.
I’ve been neglecting to upload these to tumblr, so here we go! Floratober/Inktober days 1-10!
Aprai Liflower
The Aprai Liflower is a small plant that craves lots of sun. During rainy months and at night it will close up, and during partially rainy months it may even retreat into the ground completely to await the return of the sun. Found in Buddy World, Wing Alayna primarily, though it had been known to prefer the longer days and drier climate of Warminia Songlianne as well.
Red Magnificentia
A rare flower found deep in the valleys of the Great Buddy Mountain Range. The plant is known for its powerfully red petals, redder than any other red. It is prized and sought after for dyes, but attempts at cultivation have been tricky, as it is quite particular about its habitat. Though there are rumors of one that grows deep in the Great Buddy Forest...
Swirlah Tree
Well-known for its delectable berries reminiscent of peaches, as well as its fragrant, cinnamon-like bark, the Swirlah tree can be a lucky find if you're ever lost in the Great Buddy Forest... or if you're just out for a stroll in the woods.
Lonlar
"On the Lonlar, a lone Lar-leaf."
Prized for its leaves and fiddlehead-like stem, most every part of the Lonlar can be cooked and enjoyed. The Wing Alaynan variety is sweeter, but the Reline Ah variety, depicted here, has a much milder taste, like lettuce.
Radianis
Deep in the Great Buddy Forest, on a certain day of the year, one may happen upon a glowing field of Radiani flowers. Though a field of them can be spectacular in the day, in the dark of the forest at night, they're something else entirely. Though efforts have been made to determine the day they bloom on, it seems to be different every year, so preparations for the annual Radiani festival are made in such a way that things can be set up at a moment's notice, and word of it spreads quickly through the forest before the flowers can close up again.
Topberry Waterbush
The Topberry Waterbush is a strange bush that grows in water. It can do so in oceans or lakes, but the oceanic variety will have a saltier tang to its berries, take longer to grow and will not get as large. They can be cultivated with a fair bit of ease all the same, and their sweet, tart berries are a beloved addition to any dish. They can be enjoyed raw, or ground up and dried to be steeped with tea leaves for delectably tart tea.
Shizukumi Plant
Shizukumi plants are a common sight during the rainy season in Wing Alayna. It's good to get them then, as they quickly disappear once the season is over. Their fruits make wonderful portable water sources when carried gently or stored securely.
Straigeg Plant
Coveted for its rich blue hues, the Straigeg fruit has many applications, from dyes to gourmet dishes, to a delectable snack when eaten raw. It has a refreshing, cool taste somewhat reminiscent of blueberry or blue raspberry.
Tama Aquabullas
a.k.a Tama Waterbubbles, Tamatama Aquabullas
A large variety of Aquabulla. When Yura Aquabullas are not sufficient, Tama Aquabullas are a lucky find. The bulky size and fragility of their fruits make transport difficult, so a sturdy container is a must for long journeys, unless you've got quite a careful and steady hand. If you have the proper equipment, the fruits make for convenient and larger sources of water than tiny Yura Aquabullas.
Lila Sumita
"Oh the tales I would tell--if only I had sense to tell them."
"Whisper your love into its petals, and your one--however far in space or time--will surely hear it."
The Lila Sumita is something of a fable, said to bloom only when the lovelorn are near. In the legend of Helia and Karuha, it blooms on the hill that the protagonist declares his love on. Many have sought it out upon hearing of the legend, and though they have found similar flowers, they seem in comparison quite plain--but that doesn't stop romantics from doing as the poems tell them.
a.k.a. Yura Waterbubble Plants, Yurayura Aquabulla
Found particularly in the Great Buddy Lake and River, though they can also be found in the lesser lakes and rivers of Laykia Layna.
Yura Aquabullas are popular commodities among Buddys. They make for quick, portable sources of water, and when stored with caution, can last a long time.
