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Abyssal Balloon-Serpent
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Abyssal Balloon-Serpent

A shifting, iridescent specter of the deep that expands into a crown of venomous light when threatened.

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Culinary Uses

  • translucent sashimi for levitation feasts
  • shimmering broth base for dream-inducing soups
  • cured tentacles for starlight-infused appetizers

Characteristics

Native to the sunless trenches of the coral reefs, this creature mimics the fluid motion of a moray with the defensive expansion of a pufferfish. It is highly prized by mages for the alchemical properties trapped within its chromatophore-rich, multi-limbed hide.

Recipe Note

First, soothe the creature with a hum of low-frequency bells to keep its skin from turning to stone; once relaxed, slice the bioluminescent mantle under the light of a waxing moon to ensure the meat stays effervescent.

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