Mortugues

Mortugues is a VRChat content creator, focusing on avatar and world design. First experiencing VRChat for a short period in 2018 and later continuing in 2020. He's known for importing Primate avatars from 'Planet Zoo' and creating the Monkey Hut worlds. In roleplay, Mort plays the character of a Gigantopithecus ape working under Gormundr and the High Hall, sporting a 10-foot-tall stature, a robust build, and a distinctive facial expression, often seen in a quadrupedal stance.
==Origins ==
Mort's origin lies in the depths of a universe he dubbed "Primal Earth." Inhabited by colossal prehistoric beings, this realm spanned eras from the Precambrian to the Pleistocene. Formerly part of a Gigantopithecus troop, his life took a drastic turn when a Carnotaurus attack separated him from his family at a tender age of seven. Gripping his mother, Mort witnessed her demise, falling from a cliff and surviving the descent through branches and sheer resilience.
In a bid for survival, Mort settled atop a towering tree, fashioning a crude shelter and tools from the surrounding elements. Years passed, and Mort's stature reached ten feet, his fur a brownish-orange coat. Despite his curiosity and friendly demeanor, loneliness clouded his existence. The last of his kind, he yearned for companionship, a longing unfulfilled in his primal surroundings.
A pivotal turn came when Mort encountered a mysterious, crystal-like object after a celestial disturbance in the night sky. Upon picking it up, an unknown energy surged through him. Unaware of the crystal's teleportation capabilities, Mort found himself unexpectedly in a bustling metropolis called Zaphira City, an environment starkly different from his natural habitat.
The chaos ensued as Mort, disoriented by the unfamiliar surroundings, inadvertently disrupted the city's tranquility. Mistaken for a threat, he attempted to evade capture by the city's authorities, ultimately using the crystal to escape back to his jungle abode.
Driven by curiosity and the crystal's uncharted potential, Mort experimented with its powers, inadvertently teleporting himself underwater and back, accompanied by unwitting fish. Recognizing the crystal's incredible but unpredictable nature, Mort strived to understand and control its abilities.
Embracing the crystal's potential, Mort set forth on an exploration across diverse universes, encountering unfamiliar flora, fauna, and sentient beings. His quest for companionship and the hope of finding kin like himself persisted, compelling Mort to continue his multiversal odyssey.
Throughout his journey, Mort established connections with individuals in various worlds, including the renowned establishment, the High Hall, and formed bonds with Gormundr, Ice, Gobta, Pip, and Ms. V, building a network of companions.
With the enigmatic Crystal Coconut in his possession and his evolving mastery of its abilities, Mort's journey as a multiversal explorer continued, unveiling the mysteries of the interconnected worlds and seeking companionship amidst the vastness of the unknown.
===Meeting Pip===
Mort's encounter with Pip occurred in an alleyway, where initial apprehension stemmed from Pip's imposing stature and resonant ape-like vocalizations. Over time, Pip's fear dissipated, and he became comfortable in Mort's presence. Leading Mort through Zaphira, Pip showcased the city's amenities, ranging from food vending machines to autonomous cab services. Introducing Mort to the monetary system, Pip elucidated the use of 'Credits' as the prevailing currency. Mort was struck by the efficiency of a small unit's ability to acquire desired goods compared to the traditional method of hunting for sustenance.
===Meeting ICE===
Having acclimated to interdimensional travel between his native universe and the Zaphiraverse, Mort began visiting the High Hall. It was there that he encountered ICE, a young and naïve individual. Despite Mort's imposing appearance, ICE fearlessly approached him with a warm smile, initiating conversation by inquiring, 'Hey, what's your name?' Mort's response was a simple grunt. Undeterred, ICE commented, 'Nice name! I think we're gonna be great friends' and promptly dashed off to the next patron, repeating the friendly process.
===Meeting Gobta===
Mort encountered Gobta at the Onsen Resort, finding him in the midst of attempting to socialize. There, Mort was introduced to the concepts of 'Getting b#tches' and 'Rizz' Unfortunately, Gobta's attempts that evening were unsuccessful, to Mort's surprise, to which he proceeeded to ridecule him.
===Meeting Gormundr===
Mort encountered Gormundr at the High Hall, where a squad of mercenaries had been dispatched to rescue him from his own henchmen who aimed to auction him to another universe while he lay unconscious in a vat tube. Initially indifferent, Gormundr's relationship with Mort gradually evolved from mere acquaintanceship to some form of a close asset.
===Meeting Ms. V===
Ms. V stumbled upon Mort seated alone on a bench in Lower Zaphira, humming 'Day-O.' As they conversed, they discovered a shared workplace at the High Hall, fostering a deep bond that transcended friendship, evolving into a familial connection.
===Meeting Gurud'han ===
Mort's encounter with Gurud'han at a FIGHT FINDER event was a revelation. Discovering that Gurud'han not only shared their ancient language but also their ape heritage was a shock. Despite their differences, Mort and Gurud'han found common ground in their upbringing, forging a deep bond. This bond led Gurud'han to join Mort's mercenary group, A.P.E.S, where they fought together against the oppressive OMNI Corporation, united in their quest for justice.
==Gallery==
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==Links==
*YouTube: https://Youtube.com/Mortugues
*Twitch: https://twitch.tv/Mortugues
*Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mortugues
*Discord: https://Discord.gg/9e6wkMa7rk
==Trivia==
*Mortugues is word play for 'Morto' and 'Português'
*Mort initially debated between siamang and proboscis. He chose orangutans instead because of their laid back characteristics
*In 2020, Mort once met another user in a public Black Cat lobby wearing a chimp avatar. Mort begged the user to let him clone the avatar but the user said no. Out of spite, Mort began uploading ports of Planet Zoo primates to VRChat to the public.
Category:People
Category:Apes
Category:Characters