Wetland (range) - Revision history

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Tao alexis at 00:11, 21 December 2021

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Tao alexis: /* Wetland Creatures */

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Wetland Creatures

Tao alexis: /* Common Features */

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Common Features

Tao alexis: /* Conditions */

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Conditions

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 [[File:Wetland.jpg|right|560px|thumb]]
 '''Wetlands''' are areas of land near freshwater lakes, rivers or other bodies of water where the soil is saturated with water, creating a unique ecosystem. Similar areas adjacent to saltwater are referred to as '''[[Intertidal (range)|intertidal lands]]'''. Wetlands include portions of a water body covered by shallow water — typically up to about 15 feet deep — where enough sunlight penetrates to support the growth of common aquatic plants.
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 "Foreshore" describes land that becomes inundated during floods and is exposed during dry seasons. This includes areas typically within ¼ mile of open water, where aquatic creatures often venture to forage. The specific characteristics of wetlands vary depending on local climate, geology and water distribution, both above and below ground. Wetlands serve as transitional zones between aquatic and terrestrial environments, making them ecologically vital.

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-'''Wetlands''' are shore areas near freshwater lakes and rivers.  Similar areas adjacent to salt water are called '''[[Intertidal (range)|intertidal lands]]'''.  "Wetlands" include that portion of a body of water that's covered by shallow water — yet receives enough light to permit common plants to grow (about 15 ft.).
+'''Wetlands''' are areas of land near freshwater lakes, rivers or other bodies of water where the soil is saturated with water, creating a unique ecosystem. Similar areas adjacent to saltwater are referred to as '''[[Intertidal (range)|intertidal lands]]'''. Wetlands include portions of a water body covered by shallow water — typically up to about 15 feet deep — where enough sunlight penetrates to support the growth of common aquatic plants.
-"Foreshore" describes land that's innundated in times of flood and exposed in dry seasons.  This includes spaces generally within one ¼ mile of open water, where creatures living in water may roam nearby for food.  Characteristics of individual wetlands may vary, depending on the climate, geology and distribution of water, both above ground and below it.
+"Foreshore" describes land that becomes inundated during floods and is exposed during dry seasons. This includes areas typically within ¼ mile of open water, where aquatic creatures often venture to forage. The specific characteristics of wetlands vary depending on local climate, geology and water distribution, both above and below ground. Wetlands serve as transitional zones between aquatic and terrestrial environments, making them ecologically vital.
-Wetlands may be extensive, reaching miles from the main water source.  They may be as narrow as a few feet.  Land may be swamped with water or saturated and soggy.  Some wetlands, called '''[[Marsh|marshes]]''' or '''[[Bayou|bayous]]''', include dense, significant amounts of trees and shrub vegetation.  Other parts, called '''[[Fen|fens]]''' or '''[[Bog|bogs]],''' are surrounded by shrubs and tall grass — or even the short grass and deadfall of [[Taiga (range)|taiga]] and [[Tundra (range)|tundra]] ranges (called [[Muskeg|muskeg]].  Standing water may be pure and clean, originating from [[Aquifer|aquifers]], or it may be [[Brackish Water|brackish]].
+Wetlands may range in size from narrow strips only a few feet wide to extensive expanses stretching miles from the main water source. The land may be waterlogged or completely submerged. Types of wetlands vary widely:
-Wetlands very rarely include settlements, as hunting and fishing minimizes and disrupts the natural life.  When occurring in [[Rural (range)|rural]] environments, they should be treated as [[Hinterland|hinterlands]].
+:* '''[[Marsh|Marshes]]''' and '''[[Bayou|bayous]]''' are wetlands dominated by dense trees and shrubs.
 == Conditions ==
-Travel through marshy wetlands will be onerous and unpleasant.  Deep water must be traversed by long boat, driven with a pole or a single paddle.  Vegetation doesn't favour rowboats.  Crossing a wetland on foot involves tramping or wading through mires, muds, low and deep water and high grass; travellers will suffer leeches, flies and small predators.  The odour of rot is overwhelming in both tropical and sub-tropical climes.  Humidity can be unbearable.  In a dense swamp, there is no movement of air.  Both vegetation and water provide [[Cover (defense)|cover]] for dangerous creatures, which may leap out at any time.
+Travel through marshy wetlands will be onerous and unpleasant. Deep water must be traversed by longboat, driven with a pole or a single paddle. Vegetation doesn't favour rowboats, as dense reeds, submerged logs, and tangled grasses make oars impractical. Crossing a wetland on foot involves tramping or wading through mires, muds, low and deep water, and high grass; travellers will suffer leeches, flies, small predators, and the risk of their feet sinking into unseen holes or soft patches of mud that might trap them.
-Contrariwise, areas of lake shore, with open beaches and fresh clear water, provide great opportunities for [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|fishing]] and [[Hunting (sage ability)|hunting]], plus scenery for a refreshing experience.
+The odour of rot is pervasive in both tropical and subtropical climes, arising from decaying plant matter and stagnant water. Humidity clings to the skin, making armour uncomfortable and sapping energy. In a dense swamp, there is no movement of air, leaving even the smallest fire to struggle for oxygen. Vegetation and water provide [[Cover (defense)|cover]] for dangerous creatures, which may leap out at any time, including snakes, crocodilians or larger predators. The sounds of rustling plants, sudden splashes or the eerie croak of unseen amphibians heighten the tension with every step.
 == Common Features ==
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 * [[Water Village]]
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 == Wetland Creatures ==
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-==== Temperate ====
+=== Temperate ===
 * [[Giant Crayfish|Crayfish (giant)]]
 * [[Electric Eel]]
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 * [[Megalania Lizard]]
 * [[Water Beetle (giant)]]
 === Tropical ===
 * [[Crocodile]]
 * [[Frog (huge)]]
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 * [[Weed Eel]]
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 See [[List of Ranges]]
-[[Category: Don't Review until 2022]]
+[[Category: Reviewed]]

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 Travel through marshy wetlands will be onerous and unpleasant.  Deep water must be traversed by long boat, driven with a pole or a single paddle.  Vegetation doesn't favour rowboats.  Crossing a wetland on foot involves tramping or wading through mires, muds, low and deep water and high grass; travellers will suffer leeches, flies and small predators.  The odour of rot is overwhelming in both tropical and sub-tropical climes.  Humidity can be unbearable.  In a dense swamp, there is no movement of air.  Both vegetation and water provide [[Cover (defense)|cover]] for dangerous creatures, which may leap out at any time.
-Contrariwise, areas of lake shore, with open beaches and fresh clear water, provide great opportunities for [[Catch Fishing|fishing]] and [[Hunting (sage ability)|hunting]], plus scenery for a refreshing experience.
+Contrariwise, areas of lake shore, with open beaches and fresh clear water, provide great opportunities for [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|fishing]] and [[Hunting (sage ability)|hunting]], plus scenery for a refreshing experience.
 == Common Features ==

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 == Conditions ==
-Travel through marshy wetlands will be onerous and unpleasant.  Deep water must be traversed by long boat, driven with a pole or a single paddle.  Vegetation doesn't favour rowboats.  Crossing a wetland on foot involves tramping or wading through mires, muds, low and deep water and high grass; travellers will suffer leeches, flies and small predators.  The odour of rot is overwhelming in both tropical and sub-tropical climes.  Humidity can be unbearable.  In a dense swamp, there is no movement of air.  Both vegetation and water provide cover for dangerous creatures, which may leap out at any time.
+Travel through marshy wetlands will be onerous and unpleasant.  Deep water must be traversed by long boat, driven with a pole or a single paddle.  Vegetation doesn't favour rowboats.  Crossing a wetland on foot involves tramping or wading through mires, muds, low and deep water and high grass; travellers will suffer leeches, flies and small predators.  The odour of rot is overwhelming in both tropical and sub-tropical climes.  Humidity can be unbearable.  In a dense swamp, there is no movement of air.  Both vegetation and water provide [[Cover (defense)|cover]] for dangerous creatures, which may leap out at any time.
 Contrariwise, areas of lake shore, with open beaches and fresh clear water, provide great opportunities for [[Catch Fishing|fishing]] and [[Hunting (sage ability)|hunting]], plus scenery for a refreshing experience.

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 * [[Salmon run]]
 * [[Sink]]
-* [[Water Village]] - see [[Notes|notes]]
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