Gatoils

Entity 24, also known as “Gatoils”, are rather typical beings that may be found in most levels. They are known for their rapid self-duplication.
==Description==
Gatoils appear to be made of an oil-like fluid. Their appearance vaguely resembles those of house cats in The Frontrooms; they are small-sized and often have an imperfect, distorted blob shape. Some of them may have limbs, while others do not. Newer varieties formed of other semi-solid liquids besides oil are rumored to have developed; however, there has been no verification or record of this.
A Gatoil's body is capable of shapeshifting and what seems to be a form of regeneration; it consumes and absorbs waste, converting it into the substance of their body. As such, Gatoils are sometimes employed to clean up garbage. Being made of oil, their bodies are also flammable, leading to them being used for fuel as well.
==Biology==
Gatoils’ faces tend to be rather warped and distorted, as they aren’t fully solid and therefore are incapable of retaining a consistent shape. Some Gatoils may even have a slightly different hue than others(depending on the main chemical they are made of; you can change their color with specific diets), reflecting and refracting different colors off of their bodies and eyes. Yellow-hued Gatoils are the rarest breed, typically kept by those in leader positions. They are more-so used for food rather than as pet, however, as Yellow Gatoils are said to have a more delicious flavor than the typical black.
==Behaviors==
Gatoils are rather affectionate and stick around anyone willing to offer it “food”; they even appear to like dressing up, perhaps in an attempt to mimic the lifestyle of its caretakers. They seem to have lost or forgotten their evlutionary survival instincts as the result of domestication, as they now rely on the wanderers to care for them.
==Relations==
Gatoils have been observed to share a diverse range of relationships with an equally diverse range of beings.
Humans: Humans have had a long history with Gatoils, but not as long as beings native to The Backrooms. They are credited for the taming and domestication of Gatoils.
Penumbras: Gatoils are employed as livestock by the Penumbras, for purposes similar to those of humans. However, they are known to prefer Sabreoils, a more feral breed native to their region.
Glowfolk: Despite Gatoils being very flammable creatures, their relationship with Glowfolk have proven beneficial. Glowfolk will farm Gatoils, using them to fuel their flames in exchange for taking care of them.
==Variants==
===Sabreoils===
Sabreoils, or Primal Gatoils, are the ancestors from which domesticated Gatoils descend. Due to the frigid climate of their habitat, their consistency is much firmer and thicker, akin to tar. They primarily stalk the Eterfol Mountains, serving as an obstacle for inexperienced travelers. Penumbras have managed to loosely domesticate some of them for certain uses. They can be used for fuel, glue, ink/dye, or as hunting/attack animals. Although they seemingly lack eyesLikely due to the harsh winds of the mountains, their sense of smell is extremely heightened and they can feel changes in the wind and movement along the ground. They are shown to be highly aggressive to any creatures that enter their territory. They can spit out thick tar projectiles to suffocate their prey. If one finds themselves in an encounter with a Sabreoil, it is advised to slowly and quietly back away. If the Sabreoil pounces, then run as fast possible. Since Saberoils are much faster than humans, the best strategy is to run in a zig-zag pattern and throw objects as a distraction.
===Pure-bred Gatoils===
This variant has never been observed in nature, as it is artificially bred by humans. They are highly valued by wanderers for their rich, high-quality oil that can be used for cooking, enhancing the taste and quality of food. Purebreds are notable for their golden coloration and “fluffy” shape, and slightly larger size.
===Feral Gatoils===
Over the years, many domesticated Gatoils have escaped or been released, giving rise to a feral population throughout The Backroms. Ferals are recognizable for their lack of eyes, more closely resembling their sabreoil ancestors. They are domesticated Gatoils which have adapted to the harsh environment of the Backrooms, developing survival instincts and growing losing dependency on other beings for care. They have been shown to display aggressive behavior, inherited from their ancestors. They mostly move in packs, to improve their chances of survival. Caution is to be exercised if one encounters feral Gatoils.
==History==
Gatoils first originated from level 813 a Sabreoils, where they were first discovered by human wanderers several hundred years ago. Initially, these entities were far more aggressive and dangerous, but it was found that they were easily swayed by food; and this would be how they were eventually domesticated. At first, people tamed them to use as protection, before realizing the many uses of their oils. Future generations of Gatoils were bred with this aspect in mind, leading the much smaller more harmless version that is known today.
As people traveled the Backrooms, spreading out amongst levels, they brought Gatoils with them. Some escaped or were abandoned, leading to the spread of a feral population. People started to became desensitized to their presence and began treating them more neglectfully. Gatoils are most commonly regarded as pets, livestock or pests. 
Over time, people came to respect Gatoils more as living creatures rather than just a resource to exploit, and so now they are most commonly used as pets. However, there are still many who harvest Gatoils for their resources with no regard for ethics.
Gatoils can be ethically harvested by simply collecting the oil which they naturally shed. However, those who require more oil in a shorter amount of time will simply kill the Gatoil and harvest the entire supply.
==Pet Guide==
How to care for your very own oil gato!:
Only feed them recyclables, anything else will either make them ill or they can’t digest it properly, excluding metal or plastic.
They can sometimes leave messes, so make sure to obtain fuel from them regularly to help control that. When being fed regularly, they struggle to control all that “oil” it’s made of, leading to them excreting it on things!
If not fed enough, it can make them weaker and less energetic. They also prefer to be around you.
Warning: they absolutely will knock things off tables. It’s a learned behavior; they learned it gets them attention.
Avoid giving them PURE Almond Water unless you want more Gatoils. It has the strange effect of duplicating them, though each duplicated individual is slightly different..
Do not ingest any part of it; the substance it’s made of is toxic when ingested.
They’re a sort of high maintenance pet, but it comes with high reward. Are you ready for it? If so, then enjoy your Gato!
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