The Spycrab

## Spycrab

The Spycrab (or Spy Crab) is a sub-class for the spy. It is an iconic but rare figure in 2fort servers and the TF2 environment, known for his memes and for his endangered situation. The Spycrab resembles a Spy, but walks like a crab due to an animation glitch of the model.

## Description

The Spycrab *(Indicator Lux Brachyura)* stands as a truly exceptional creature within the virtual ecosystem of "Team Fortress 2." Evolving under the peculiar constraints of a simulated world, this species possesses an intriguing ability to mimic the appearance and movement patterns of the spy character, not unlike the phenomena observed in real-world mimicry among animals.

The Spycrab's body structure displays distinct adaptions that allow it to imitate the appearance of the spy. With its flexible exoskeleton, it can contort and modify its shape, altering its limbs to resemble those of the spy, reminding the structure of a crab. The species' coloration can also shift, imitating the hues and textures of the various members of the BLU/RED foundation it mimics, thus rendering it almost indistinguishable from real people.

We also analyzed various spycrabs and found out that many of them are half-blind, which explains why they often bump into things.

While not an official denizen of this virtual landscape, the Spy Crab has nonetheless become a captivating enigma, not only within the player community but also our conservancy group. The Spy Crab embodies a blend of whimsy and camaraderie that defies the conventional environment of the game.

## Habitat

The Spycrabs, although quite rare, have been seen around every map but ctf\_2fort is their most inhabited location. The Spycrabs go there despite the amount of friendly-hungry tryhards located there waiting for prey.

We are still researching and looking for natural habitats of spycrabs, so that we can continue working to preserve this endangered species.

## Behavior

Spycrabs are extremely friendly and there's never been an episode of one of them attacking or defending themselves from predators/people, which also explains why spycrabs are an easy prey for tryhards and Scunts. It's common for spycrabs to move around in groups, since it's important for them to reproduce. When many Spycrabs groups together, they will form great lines and march to another part of the map. These migrations are quite dangerous, as a tryhard could come out at any moment and start firing at them, this is why we are fighting to prevent this.

Spycrabs have evolved to the point that they developed into using a special watch called "The Dead Ringer". When Spycrabs are being attacked and have reached a critical health point, thanks to the Dead Ringer, They will fake their death and leave a fake body while returning to a safer position.

### Box Spycrab

Box spies are a subclass of the Spycrab similar to hermit crabs. They will use the taunt Box Trot and slowly move around, stopping whenever someone turns their way. While Box spies have a community themselves, lesser developed box spies will usually use both spycrab and Box Trot together.

## Loadout

Most spycrabs don't tend to use weapons to defend themself from predators, making them one of the most vulnerable species in the TF2 enviroment. We can still look at some important gadgets that Spycrabs wield to help themself get out of situations.

### Watch

Being an easy prey, a Spycrab will get often get killed by Tryhards. A lot of Spycrabs still equip the "default" watch that a normal Spy would use, but in recent times quite a few started to use the "Dead Ringer" (explained before).

### Cosmetics

As with most friendlies, looking silly and neighborly is important. This is the best description to give to the various cosmetics of the Spycrabs. Most of them tend to look like a "Default" spy, but quite a few have learned to wear stylish and goofy clothes which make them stand out from the rest.

## What To Do

Spycrabs are fascinating creatures that hardly live in this violent world. How can we prevent their exinction? Well, my dear friend, while we are working hard to make sure this beautiful species doesn't die out, you can also contribute to the salvation of Spycrabs! Here's some tips of what to do if you encounter a Spycrab:

* Make sure not to get in their way, as spycrabs have the disanvantage of being half-blind.

* Spycrabs are safe to touch, but make sure not to **touch sensitive parts** like genitals or their legs.

* **PLEASE do not feed food to the Spycrab**, since you will break their regular routine of obtaining food.

* If you see a Spycrab walking abnormally or with visible wounds, **please call our number** so we can assist him and make sure it's healthy again. If there's nobody picking up, bring the Spycrab to a **Medic, Hoovy, or a dispenser** so he gets healed.

* **Spycrabs are never, NEVER hostile so you should NOT do any bodily harm or kill him.** If we catch you doing it, you will hear it from our lawyers, you bastard.

## Trivia

* When using the taunt while holding the Disguise Kit, there is a chance to use the Spycrab taunt. Sometimes Spycrabs have competitions to see who can get the Spycrab taunt first.