The Hunger

A ferocious wiggler who dwells in a cave, he constantly roams his domain, waiting for his next meal. Created by Green_Starr on March 12th, 2024! 
==Biography==
Long ago, a young wiggler, scavenging for food, fell into a sinkhole in the woods. When he landed, he found himself in a damp, dark cave. As his body adapted and mutated to suit his new home, he lost his sanity without anybody to talk to. All that's left is a ferocious killing machine bearing the appearance of this once kind hearted creature! 
==Past== 
In the past, he was a Wiggler by the nickname of Bread. A smart, peaceful being who wanted to spread cheer across the Mushroom Kingdom! Despite his good intentions, he ended up falling into a sinkhole, never to be seen by friends or family again. His parents, Privet and Atlas spent day and night looking for their son, eventually succumbing to old age.
==Pepperoni==
Pepperoni is the name given to the Piranha Plant that lives on The Hungers head. It's an invasive species that preys the weak and injured, attaching itself to its victim, revitalizing it. It feeds off of its Hosts energy, causing the host to constantly feel the need to eat. As such, Pepperoni is a contributing factor to The Hunger's aggression. It's powers are unique, as it can switch between being a Poison or Fire Piranha at will, also morphing its host in the process.
==DECAY==
After Mario entered his cave, The Hunger was slowly beaten down by the plumber, turning into this hideous beast at the end of his adventure. In this state he is very aggressive, using every tactic he has to survive. Although he cannot use his fire and poison forms, due to Pepperoni being dead, he excels in physical combat, and will attempt to burn prey with his stomach acid. He will also utilize vines to strangle and trap victims in.
==Abilities/Weaknesses==
===Abilities===
Acid Spitting - The Hunger is able to spit acid from its stomach, dissolving any living organism that touches it.
Lifespan - Due to his near constant mutation, his body is constantly kept in tip top condition, rendering death from old age obsolete!
Regeneration - Due to the above ability, as well as Pepperoni , he is able to regenerate from attacks rather quickly. He loses this once Pepperoni dies.
Hooked Tail - Due to his hooked tail, he's able to hang onto rock formations and scout his prey from afar.
Harsh Climate Adaptation - Able to survive in incredibly harsh environments, like volcanoes!
Durability - Due to their incredibly tough skin, almost nothing can even put a dent in him! 
Adrenaline - When on the brink of death, he goes into a panicked state, causing him to become a way more aggressive and unpredictable foe. This is seen with his second form, DECAY. 
Fire/Poison Spitting - Pepperoni is able to change the type of Piranha Plant he is at will, also morphing Hungers appearance in the process. 
Vines - Pepperoni has vines with eyes on them, which he'll use to help The Hunger scout for prey. They're also massive, which can be good for cutting people off during a chase. 
===Weaknesses===
Weak Spot - If you were to attack his insides, it'd do some damage!
Brute Force - He has no strategy, he'll simply brute force his way to his prey, paying no mind to what damage he may take on the way.
Game Mechanics - Although some may not apply (such as Yoshi eating him whole), hitting him with a star, or capturing him with Cappy would kill him instantly, and capture him respectively.
Fragility - Pepperoni is very frail, easily dying if his enemy decides to target him.
==Trivia==
* He was inspired by the Castle Crawler, an enemy shown in a Mario 85' teaser!
*If you were to give him food, you could possibly tame him.
*His skin is actually the same tone as a regular wiggler, but centuries of dirt have permanently changed his skin a dark yellow.
*His Piranha Plants name is Pepperoni, and they are not sentient!
*He prefers to eat his victims whole.
* The eyes on his segments are able to see in the dark, and they dilate when spotting prey.
*Their least favorite food is the Spiny, as it hurts to swallow.
* Bowser has once fought The Hunger, though the Koopa King ended up retreating.
*Cat toys would work on it, as long as its big enough for him to play with.
*Originally he was going to be a giant Buzzy Beetle!
*Pepperoni was originally an extension of The Hungers body, though he was later changed to be his own, separate being.
*If Pepperoni were to die, The Hunger would be a whole lot less aggressive. (As long as he isnt hurt, that is!)
==Gallery [WIP]==
File:HungerRef.png|The Hungers official ref sheet!
File:Hungernewrender.png|Full body render
File:DECAY.png|The Hunger's second form, DECAY.
File:HUNGERMELON.png|Obligatory Meme Image
File:Firsthunger.jpeg|First drawing of The Hunger (who back then was named Starved.)
Category:Super Mario World Based
Category:Carnivorous
Category:Non-godly
Category:Non-exe
Category:In Universe
Category:Enemy based
Category:Wiggler based
Category:Pirahna Plant based