Albertosaurus

Albertosaurus sarcophagus

***Albertosaurus*** is a genus of albertosaurine tyrannosaurid from the late Campanian and early Maastrichian of North America. It contains one species, *A.sarcophagus*.

*Albertosaurus* was added to *The Isle* in Patch 0.1.15.4005.

## Real Life

***Albertosaurus*** ("Alberta lizard") is a genus of tyrannosaurid that lived in western North America during the Late Cretaceous Period, about 70 million years ago. The type species, *A. sarcophagus*, was apparently restricted in range to the modern-day Canadian province of Alberta, after which the genus is named, although an indeterminate species ( *Albertosaurus* sp) has been discovered in the Corral de Enmedio and Packard Formations in Mexico. Scientists disagree on the content of the genus, with some recognizing *Gorgosaurus libratus* as a second species.

As a tyrannosaurid, *Albertosaurus* was a bipedal predator with tiny, two-fingered hands and a large head that contained dozens of large, sharp teeth. It was most likely at the top of the food chain in its local ecosystem. While *Albertosaurus* was large for a theropod, it was much smaller than its larger and more famous relative *Tyrannosaurus Rex*, growing 8-10 m (26-33 ft) and possibly weighing up to 2.5 tonnes (2.8 short tons) or less.

Since the first discovery in 1884, fossils of more than 30 individuals have been recovered, providing scientists with a more detailed knowledge of *Albertosaurus* anatomy than is available for most other tyrannosaurids. The discovery of 26 individuals at one site provides evidence of pack behaviour and allows studies of ontogeny and population biology, which are impossible with lesser-known dinosaurs due to their remains being rarer and more fragmentary compared to those of *Albertosaurus*.

*Albertosaurus* likely hunted animals such as *Hypacrosaurus*, *Anodontosaurus* and *Ornithomimus.*

## In the Isle

*Albertosaurus* is a medium-sized Tyrannosaurid that is strong enough to kill mediocre-sized prey, such as Maiasaura & Parasaurolophus but needs help to kill larger herbivores such as Stegosaurus and Shantungosaurus.

Its main rival is the Allosaurus, which is faster and more agile. It is better to avoid Acrocanthosaurus (and other Apex predators) since they are much bigger and more powerful. Although Albertosaurus can out turn Tyrannosaurus and Giganotosaurus so a smart player can solo an Apex, but it has high risk.

It's best prey item is Maiasaura, which can be taken down by either a pair or even solo. Other prey for a solo Albertosaurus include Carnotaurus, Utahraptor, Diabloceratops, Dilophosaurus, Baryonyx, Therizinosaurus, and Ceratosaurus. The Albertosaurus currently cannot nest or sniff.

It is only playable in Sandbox mode.

"It’s a tough life for Alberto growing up, but if one does make it to adulthood, they can become quite the deadly force. We wanted to play with the idea of a high-risk high-reward animal, with the full grown Alberto having enviable tracking capabilities and power at the cost of stamina. It can’t run for days but when it does set up an ambush and catch you, the fight is over fast. Albertosaurus is a creature you’ll most likely see hunting in pairs and sometimes tailed by their offspring. While they can have many young, very few are expected to survive. If some do manage to not fall prey to similar sized carnivores during their youth, their continued growth and demand for food will get them chased off by their more ravenous parents or even eaten themselves if they insist on hanging around while food runs out." - Tapwing presenting the new Concept art / DevLog#29

## General Information

#### **Pros**

* Very strong biteforce.
* Decent stamina.
* Very good turn radius while sprinting.
* Very slow hunger depletion
* Very fast ambush speed. (faster than a Dilophosaurus's ambush speed)
* Lacks a juvenile stage, meaning it become more powerful more quickly.
* Fast bite means it can double bite easily.
* If the player manages to double bite consistently, Albertosaurus can be able to take on larger animals such as Suchomimus.

#### **Cons**

* Low bleed damage.
* Low stamina regen.
* Low bleed heal.
* As of right now it cannot sniff/nest.
* Slow water intake.
* Quite low ambush sprint multiplier.
* May die from bleed while sitting if the bleed is severe enough.

## Gallery

male *Albertosaurus* screenshotmale *Albertosaurus* face detail screenshotfemale *Albertosaurus* screenshot*Albertosaurus* drinkingAn *Albertosaurus* near some lava on Thenyaw Island*Albertosaurus* running*Albertosaurus* walking*Albertosaurus* stalking
## Behind the Scenes

Dondi has stated that he wants the Albertosaurus to have a remodel, which will be implemented sometime far after the recode.

### Behind the Scenes/gallery

New concept art showcasing the upcoming remade *Albertosaurus*New Albertosaurus modelNew Alberto model 2Albertosaurus concept art