Synglaosu

Synglaosu is a marine Leviathan. Generally passive but extremely poisonous, it's first encountered in Low Rank 4 Stars quests.
Name: Synglaosu
Nicknames: Syn
Titles: Poison Fin Wyvern, Rose among the Waves
Species: Leviathan
Difficulty: ★★★★☆☆
Elements: None
Ailments: Poison, Deadly Poison (High Rank), Noxious Poison (G-Rank)
Weakest to: Thunder, Wind
Weakness sign: Limping
Signature Move: Touch Me Not
Habitats: Deserted Island, Southern Reef
Size: 1572.3 (Gold Crown Small), 2098.1 (Gold Crown Large)
Monsters in Relation: Turquoise Synglaosu, Ludroth, Lagiacrus
==Physiology and Abilities==
Synglaosu is an uniquely adapted monster. Although their build is not too different from other Leviathans, their four limbs have evolved into wide fins due to their completely aquatic nature. Furthermore, these fins have elongated rays that have turned into spines which store the Synglaosu's main weapon: its poison. The monster is, quite literally, covered from head to tail in these keenly sharp dark pink spines with each one having its individual poison sac. The Synglaosus' toxin is unlike any other in that it's extraordinarily concentrated: being densely thick as a result, it means it cannot be sprayed or launched, but a single drop injected onto a body can be fatal. When one of the spines suffers even the slightest exertion, the muscles reflexively contract and release the poison. Since even contact could be deadly with this monster, they have developed an aposematic coloration to show their toxicity. Their entire bodies, save for their light gray plated underbellies, are embelished in striped patterns of pink, orange and white. Their bright, striking colors act as a warning that these monsters are not to be attacked, and they're avoided by all but the most inexperienced predators. For this reason, they're by no means belligerent monsters, as they likewise ignore other creatures and instead prefer to mind their own business. This also means the combat prowess of most individuals is rather prosaic, since they very rarely engage in fights with other creatures. However in select occasions they will become aggressive and pugnacious, specially if greatly agitated.
==In-Game Information==
Ornate Leviathans easily identified by their vivid colors and many fins. Their beauty belies an infamous weapon: Their spines contain the strongest poison known to the Guild. With such a terrible asset at their disposal, these Wyverns fear little and rarely get into fights.
==Ecology==
*Order: Leviathan
*Suborder: Sea Wyvern
*Infraorder: Finned Wyvern
*Family: Syn
*Species: Macropteryx trifasciatus
Synglaosu is most closely related to other water dwelling Leviathans such as Ludroth or Lagiacrus. However, while those monsters kept their ability to thrive on solid ground, Synglaosus eventually moved away from land, their legs turning into fins. In fact, the only remnant of its once amphibious ancestors is a single small claw in its front limbs.
They're most commonly found in seas and oceans of calm waters, and they prefer warmer temperatures. These conditions ensure that there's plenty of food to sustain a thriving population.
Curiously, Synglaosu feed almost exclusively on fish. Their fine jaws full of needle sharp teeth are specially adapted to capture slippery prey hiding in the rocks or coral. They will also sometimes venture into deeper waters in search of Molids, one of their favorite prey. By folding their fins and making use of their powerful tail they can give chase to Tuna and Sharq, although Synglaosu aren't otherwise the fastest of swimmers. Interestingly, they hunt Epioth only very sparsely, instead focusing on smaller prey. Lone Ludroth could also be considered as a potential meal for the Synglaosu, however the female water beast's superior speed make them no easy catch.
The Synglaosu itself has no natural predators to fear. Since the moment it's born, the Synglaosu has in enough toxins in it to kill a full grown Lagiacrus. There are plenty of venomous monsters, but the Synglaosu has taken chemical warfare to its zenith. The poison itself is an incredibly complex proteinic substance which attacks blood cells, causing severe tissue damage and organ failure. Its exorbitantly high concentration also means that it's extremely quick to act. Once the poison is in the bloodstream, it will simply destroy any organic matter it finds along the way: extreme pain is instantaneous, and death is almost just as quick. No stronger poison has been discovered: The Synglaosu has put all the stakes of its survival on it, and thus it has made sure it is the best at its job. Naturally, Synglaosu also don't want to waste such precious resource, and have developed warning colorations to show everyone messing with them will result in regret. Their beautifully patterned bodies and immense fins have made them famous, particularly among the inhabitants of Moga Village they're often called "the Rose among the Waves". And even though Synglaosu are not aggressive monsters, it's still a well known fact their beauty is best admired from a prudential distance. Far less liked they are among fishers, however, where their lack of aggresivity from lack of predators turns into lack of fear as they steal fish from fish nets, even sometimes in a feeding frenzy of several individuals.
Their breeding habits aren't well documented, but it's known they have no parental care, the juvenile Synglaosu are on their own from the moment they're born. It's also known, in what probably is the creature's darkest part of its nature, that Synglaosu are consummate cannibals and will without a doubt prey on younger or weaker members of its own species. What is worse, it is thought an individual's own poison will get stronger the more Synglaosu it has consumed. It's theorized, that, although brutal, this is the way the population regulates itself due to the lack of predators or species to compete with.
==Attacks==
Taunt: Displays its fins by flaring them up as it growls. Doesn't require Earplugs. Done when first encountering a hunter.
Bite: Backs up its head as it opens its mouth wide, then snaps its jaws as it throws itself forward a small distance.
Aimed Bite: Casually follows a target for a few moments, then suddenly chomps down with little warning. On a stationary target instead of following it will look at it and line itself for the attack, telegraphing it.
Triple Bite: Same start up animation as Bite, except as this time it will bite three times in quick succession, first center, then right and left randomly. It advances forward a little with each bite in the same way as the original attack. Only done when enraged.
Chasing Bite: Quickly darts forward towards a target, folding its fins, and when it is in range it opens its jaws wide and bites with force as it brings its head down. Only done when enraged.
Fin Slap: Raises either of its front fins, then brings it down in a sweeping motion to swat Hunters away. Inflicts Poison.
Doube Fin Slap: Same as Fin Slap except it now does it with both fins, hitting each of its sides and making the attack harder to avoid. Inflicts Poison.
Spinning Fin Slap: Flares its fins, remaining still for a moment, then assumes a curled up position as it spins rapidly, rising slightly and hitting anything in range. Taunts afterward, descending to its original position. Inflicts Poison. Only done when enraged.
Touch Me Not: Makes an almost annoyed grunt as it slowly curls up tightly, leaving only its spines exposed. When it assumes this position, the entire body becomes a hitbox and coming in contact with the monster inflicts Poison, although it will cause no knockback. After a few seconds it resumes fighting normally.
Hipcheck: Curls itself up and then slams with the side of its body. Same animation as other Leviathans. Inflicts Poison.
Coil: Backs up and performs a wide sweeping bite as it coils its body. Then it assumes its normal stance again. When enraged, it will instead flick its tail in the opposite direction as it uncurls, causing Poison. Same animation as other Leviathans.
Barrel Roll: Sides itself with the Hunter as it makes a short growl, and with a twitch it vigorously throws itself rolling a short distance forward, hitting with its entire body. The momentum makes it end up belly up, having to use a second to regain its normal stance. Inflicts Poison. Only done when enraged.
Tail Spin: Simple tail spin attack in a very similar manner to Plesioth. Inflicts Poison.
Tail Bash: Strikes with its tail upwards, hitting in front of it. Same animation as other Leviathans. Inflicts Poison.
Tail Slam: Shakes its tail as it raises it up, then slams it down in front of it with a front flip. It then turns to check if the attack hit. Inflicts Poison. Only done when enraged.
===G-Rank only attacks===
Turn around Bite: Makes a wide sweep with its head as it bites to its side, then flicks its body to reposition itself. Being hit by the body will inflict Poison.
Double Chasing Bite: It can repeat the attack another time, either keeping its target or switching to another one. It will instead snap its jaws in front of itself, then charge again, this time ending the attack as it normally does. Only done when enraged.
Double Hipcheck: Repeats the attack again in the opposite direction. Inflicts Poison. Only done when enraged.
Spinning Torpedo: Backs up, folds its fins, and quickly charges forward at high speeds while spinning its body like a drill. Then at the end of the charge it quickly opens its fins to stop its all its momentum as it turns around. Inflicts Poison. Only done when enraged.
==Quests==
★★★★ (Low Rank ★★★★)
Beauty Kills
Main Goal: Hunt 1 Synglaosu
Location: Deserted Island
Time Limit: 50 min.
Reward: 2700z
Contact Fee: 300z
Environment: Stable 
Monsters: Epioth, Fish
Type: Key 
★★★★★★★ (High Rank ★★)
Tropical Sightseeing
Main Goal: Hunt 1 Synglaosu
Location: Southern Reef
Time Limit: 50 min.
Reward: 8700z
Contact Fee: 680z
Environment: Unstable 
Monsters: Quemys, Ludroth, Royal Ludroth 
Type: Key 
★★★★★★ (G Rank ★)
No Rose without Thorns
Main Goal: Hunt 1 Synglaosu and 1 Pink Rathian
Location: Deserted Island
Time Limit: 50 min.
Reward: 12000z
Contact Fee: 995z
Environment: Unstable 
Monsters: Jaggi, Ludroth, Lagiacrus, Deviljho 
Type: Key 
★★★★★★ (G Rank ★)
Poison in Full Bloom
Main Goal: Hunt 2 Synglaosu
Location: Southern Reef
Time Limit: 50 min.
Reward: 12300z
Contact Fee: 1100z
Environment: Unstable 
Monsters: Epioth, Ludroth, Plesioth 
Type: Optional 
==Items==
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|-|Low Rank=
Material	Material 	Description
 	Synglaosu Scale 	A small, delicate scale that covers the body of a Synglaosu. Comes in three colors.
 	Synglaosu Hide 	Beautifully striped hide in patterns of pink, orange and white. They fetch high prices in the market, specially if intact.
 	Synglaosu Fang 	A tooth that has evolved to be fine and sharp due to the monster's mostly piscivorous diet.
 	Synglaosu Maws 	The mandibles of a Synglaosu, with most of the teeth still attached. Mighty despite their lack of poison.
 	Synglaosu Shell 	Gray plating that protects the underside of a Synglaosu. Weaker than you think.
 	Synglaosu Spine 	This spine requires throughout processing to remove any traces of poison. Very sharp.
 	Synglaosu Webbing	Webbing that interjoins the spines of a Synglaosu. It's flexible and resistant, making it a versatile material.
 	Synglaosu Fin 	Connected to several poison sacs, it must be stored securely. Used in weaponry.
 	Shimmering Toxin 	The poison of a Synglaosu requires advanced techniques to be extracted safely. It glimmers faintly when exposed to a light source.
|-|High Rank=
Material	Material 	Description
 	Synglaosu Scale+ 	Otherwise not the strongest, it has good water resistance plus it's pretty. Mostly used as a decoration.
 	Synglaosu Hide+ 	A particularly alluring hide, its extravagance makes it popular among fashion-loving hunters.
 	Synglaosu Fang+ 	A smooth and sharp pointy fang. Made for puncturing rather than crushing.
 	Synglaosu Maws+ 	Slender jaws lined with rows of teeth. Surprisingly strong, they are not to be taken lightly.
 	Synglaosu Carapace	Its natural flimsiness can be circunvented by overlapping plates on top of another, making it suitable for armors.
 	Synglaosu Spine+ 	Still containing deadly venom, it can be pried off from the monster and used as a weapon right away.
 	Synglaosu Webbing+	A durable material that is easy to work with. Some sailors use them for sails, making their ships notably fancy.
 	Synglaosu Fin+ 	A quality dorsal fin. Few materials manage to balance elegance with deadliness like this one.
 	Gleaming Toxin 	Due to its thickness, in rare cases the poison will clot veins and cause a cardiac arrest instead. A preferable alternative to seeing your body literally rot away.
|-|G-Rank=
Material	Material 	Description
 	Synglaosu Shard 	A scale with the luster of nacre and immaculate color. Could almost pass off for a jewel.
 	Synglaosu Piel 	The patterns of a Synglaosu vary slightly depending on the region. The beauty of this one simply cannot be matched.
 	Synglaosu HardFang	This fang pierces through flesh as graciously as a needle does through silk.
 	Synglaosu Jaws 	Dreadful flesh rending maws that make short work of any foolish enough to only worry about the poison.
 	Synglaosu Cortex 	The dull color of this shell contrasts with the rest of the monster's body, but its superior strenght makes up for this.
 	Synglaosu Surspine	Incredibly sharp and laced with what could be the strongest poison in the world, this alone can fell a Duramboros.
 	Synglaosu Weave 	Supple yet tough, without forgoing refinement. This material has a myriad uses.
 	Synglaosu GrandFin	The entire pectoral fin of a powerful Synglaosu, its pride and joy. With enough poison in it to kill a whole small village.
 	Fulgent Toxin 	In some countries, only certified blacksmiths are allowed to extract this poison; in most others, its possesion is outright prohibited, which in turn makes it highly sought after by both hunters and assassins.
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==Armor==
===Blademaster===
*Fire 0
*Water +15
*Ice +10
*Thunder -15
*Wind -15
*Dragon -5
Skills (Low Rank): Status Atk +1, Negate Poison, Attack Down (S) 
Skills (High Rank): Status Atk +2, Negate Poison, Attack Down (S) 
Skills (G-Rank): Status Atk +2, Crit Status, Resuscitate, Attack Down (S)
===Gunner===
*Fire 0
*Water +20
*Ice +15
*Thunder -15
*Wind -10
*Dragon -5
Skills (Low Rank): Status Atk +1, Negate Poison, Attack Down (S) 
Skills (High Rank): Status Atk +2, Negate Poison, Attack Down (S) 
Skills (G-Rank): Status Atk +2, Bonus Shot, Resuscitate, Use Poison Coat, Attack Down (S),
==Weapons==
===Great Sword===
*Synglaosu Greatsword:Attack: 421 Element: Poison 210 Affinity: x% Slots: -
**Syn Slasher:Attack: 519 Element: Poison 300 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
***Flowering Greatblade:Attack: 634 Element: Poison 550 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
****Giant Petalblade:Attack: 710 Element: Poison 620 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
*****Full Bloom:Attack: 903 Element: Poison 1010 Affinity: 5% Slots: -
===Long Sword===
*Synglaosu Longsword:Attack: 396 Element: Poison 100 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
**Synglaosu Reaver:Attack: 462 Element: Poison 130 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
***Spiked Reaver:Attack: 540 Element: Poison 180 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
****Cruel Reaver:Attack: 690 Element: Element 210 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
*****Malignant Reaver:Attack: 740 Element: Element 260 Affinity: 10% Slots: -
===Sword and Shield===
*Synglaosu Dagger:Attack: 152 Element: Poison 250 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
**Grim Dagger:Attack: 189 Element: Poison 290 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
***Noxious Dagger:Attack: 213 Element: Poison 360 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
****Deadly Dagger:Attack: 277 Element: Poison 480 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
*****Toxic Saber "Hippocampus":Attack: 318 Element: Poison 520 Affinity: 15% Slots: -
===Dual Blades===
*Synglaosu Fans:Attack: 196 Element: Poison 180 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
**Double Finswords:Attack: 212 Element: Poison 230 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
***Finned Bladefans:Attack: 244 Element: Poison 260 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
****Finned Bladefans "Rose":Attack: 289 Element: Poison 280 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
*****Blooming Direblades "Blossom":Attack: 301 Element: Poison 330 Affinity: 15% Slots: -
===Lance===
*Synglaosu Lance:Attack: 280 Element: Poison 320 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
**Seashell Spear:Attack: 310 Element: Poison 360 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
***Twisting Shellspear:Attack: 370 Element: Poison 490 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
****Helix Shellspear:Attack: 410 Element: Poison 550 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
*****Spiralshell Trident:Attack: 460 Element: Poison 590 Affinity: 10% Slots: -
===Charge Blade===
*Syn Strongarm:Attack: 344 Element: Poison 120 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
**Striped Strongarm:Attack: 468 Element: Poison 140 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
***Dazzling Charger:Attack: 520 Element: Poison 180 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
****Embelished Charger:Attack: 659 Element: Poison 230 Affinity: 0% Slots: -
*****Ominous Elegance:Attack: 887 Element: Poison 280 Affinity: 10% Slots: -
==Notes==