The Bracken: Danger Rank D
The Bracken is a humanoid Monster featured in Lethal Company. It’s known to kill humans it comes in contact with, typically choosing to sneak up on them, and snap their necks from behind. It is shy, running away when spotted, but will attack directly if eye contact is maintained for too long.
The Bracken is not known to consume its victims, which implies it could be territorial, however, the way it interacts with humans specifically seems to imply it FEARS us. Running away when spotted, and attacking when stared down, as if it assumes we intend it harm if we stare. More research needed.
Brackens may be misunderstood, as they seem more to be curious observers than cold blooded killers. They typically hide and keep their distance. While a Bracken moves at nearly incomprehensible speeds, and can kill a human with little to no effort, its danger level must be ranked low due to its passive nature.
Sigurds Bestiary:
“Sigurd's danger level: 70%
Scientific name: Rapax-folium
There is debate on the genus to which the Bracken belongs. It is a bipedal vertebrate with skin the color and texture of a red beet. The name is coined for what appear to be leaves protruding from its upper spine. The purpose of these is believed to be for intimidation, however not much is known about the specifics of bracken behavior due to its elusiveness and low population.
We know a little from accounts by wildlife experts who have encountered it. It is a lone hunter with high intelligence. Its behavior can seem aloof; it exhibits high aggression even when unprovoked, yet quickly backs off when confronted. However, brackens are known to up their hostility when cornered or simply watched for a long time. It's theorized that upon death their bodies undergo a rapid decomposition process which is unique from other large animals.”
