Early Plesitocene Survival

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1. #1Pleistocene
2. #2Predators
3. #3Competition
4. #4Prey
5. #5Hominids
6. #6Fire

   Keys: flames, fire, torch, campfire, bonfire

   Fire, whether made by nature or produced by a modern human, is the single most powerful force in the prehistoric world. Animals fear it. Other hominids hesitate at it. Whether a simple rendered fat lamp, a torch, a fire pit for cooking, or a bonfire for communal warmth, fire steals the show. Predators will never approach a fire unless they're starving. Megafauna will typically avoid fire, unless in danger.

7. #7Leopard - Panthera pardus - Pred

   Keys: Leopard

   Leopards, or Panthera pardus, are one of the most common predators of early hominids. Identical to their modern descendants in size, strength, and coloration. A master ambush predator that prefers to attack at night and across broken terrain. Intimidated by creatures of larger size, hesitant to attack modern human. Fears fire. Actively predates on adults, juveniles, and children.

8. #8Sabertoothed Cat - Megantereon whitei - Pred

   Keys: Sabertoothed cat, sabertooth, Megantereon

   The Sabertoothed Cat, or Megantereon whitei, is a true sabertooth. An ambush predator about the size of a jaguar. 80 kg. Its attack strategy is to pin prey down with its powerful forelimbs before delivering a fatal throat bite. A constant danger when near brush or broken cover. They hunt in packs. Actively predates on adults. Prefers to attack isolated prey. Fears fire.

9. #9False Sabertooth - Dinofelis piveteaui - Pred

   Keys: big cat, Dinofelis, False Sabertooth

   The False Sabertooth, or Dinofelis piveteaui, is a branch of the Sabertooth family that traded large canines for a larger size and more adaptable hunting style. An opportunistic ambush predator. Larger than Megantereon. 120 kg. It mostly preferred 'easier' game in open areas. Hunts in packs. Will hunt adult hominids if they're alone but prefers larger prey. Fears fire.

10. #10Lion - Panthera leo - Pred/Comp

    Keys: Lioness, Panthera leo, Lion

    Lions, or Panthera leo, are an uncommon predator, usually found in open country preying on larger animals. Identical to their modern descendants in size, strength, and coloration. A known danger of open-country. Mostly a danger near water or when scavenging kills. Active predator and carcass competitor. Less stealthy than most predators but more overwhelming in numbers. Fears fire.

11. #11Spotted Hyenas- Crocuta crocuta - Comp/Pred

    Keys: Crocuta crocuta, scavenger, Spotted Hyena

    Spotted Hyenas, or Crocuta crocuta, are a very common threat when scavenging kills. Identical to their modern descendants in size, strength, and coloration. These are the most likely threats to be encountered by hominids when hunting. Carcass competitor first, predator second. They'll test constantly and consistently but usually won't attack unless an individual is alone. Fears fire.

12. #12Running Hyena - Chasmaporthetes nitidula - Comp

    Keys: Running Hyena, Aardwolf, Chasmaporthetes nitidula

    Running Hyenas, or Chasmaporthetes nitidula, are dog-like relatives of common hyenas; bearing strong similarities to a modern aardwolf. They have long, slender limbs built for running and sharp, cat-like teeth designed to strip flesh - not crush bone. Stand 3' at the shoulder and are built more like wolves than hyenas. Pack hunters. Fears fire. They're pursuit predators that often steal kills; would hunt young hominids.

13. #13Giant Short Faced Hyena - Pachycrocuta - Comp/Pred

    Keys: Pachycrocuta, bone-crusher, Giant Short-Faced Hyena

    Giant Short-Faced Hyenas, or Pachycrocuta, are the largest hyenas currently alive. Much rarer than their relatives, they stand at the size and weight of lions. These intimidating creatures are nocturnal and prefer to claim kills over actual predation. Their size and impressive bite force is enough to bully most other creatures. Fears fire. Not an active predator of hominids, but not something you ever want to piss off.

14. #14Black-Backed Jackal - Lupulella mesomelas - Comp

    Keys: dog, Black-Backed Jackal, Jackal, domesticate, (Lupulella mesomelas

    Black-Backed Jackals, or (Lupulella mesomelas, are a common sight in Southern Africa and nearly identical to their modern counterparts. Pack scavengers, harassment predators, and a common competitor when it comes to carcasses. Unlike felids, they tend to be direct and loud about what they want. Fears fire. Dangerous to isolated individuals... But have a STRONG potential to be domesticated!

15. #15Crowned Eagle - Stephanoaetus coronatus - Pred

    Keys: large eagle, Crowned Eagle, bird of prey, baby-snatcher

    The Crowned Eagle, or Stephanoaetus coronatus, is a large eagle that predates on mammals. It nests in woodlands and has a preference for monkeys, young antelope, rodents, bushpigs, birds, and young hominids. Prefers to hunt over open ground or in cliff/cave country. Actively predates on infants, toddlers, and small juveniles. Can be driven off by adults.

16. #16Cheetah - Acinonyx jubatus - Pred

    Keys: Acinonyx jubatus, Cheetah

    Cheetahs, or Acinonyx jubatus, are identical to their modern counterparts. Lean and fast, these predators usually prefer 'easier' prey than hominids. Very rarely, if ever, a threat. However, if juveniles or children are left unattended, they may attempt to snatch one as prey. The most cowardly predator when faced with a group. Fears fire.

17. #17Giant Baboon - Dinopithecus ingens - Comp

    Keys: Dinopithecus ingens, , Giant Baboon

    Giant Baboons, or Dinopithecus ingens, are concerningly large primates that is roughly twice the size of a modern baboon. Weighs 50 kg on average. On hind legs, males stand up to 5' tall. Maned, painted faces, and large canines. Omnivorous, prefers fruits and forage over living prey. Fears fire. Aggressive in nature and in large bands. These often compete with hominids over resources.

18. #18Baboons - Papio sp. - Comp

    Keys: , Baboons, thieves, monkeys

    Baboons, from any number of Papio sp., are identical to their modern counterparts in behavior, appearance, and coloration. They're not predators as they are more of a constant nuisance. They'll steal food, hoard foraging spots, occupy rest spots, and will occasionally try to attack hominid children. Fears fire and can be driven off relatively easily.

19. #19Crocodile - Crocodylus niloticus - Pred

    Keys: Crocodylus niloticus, , Crocodile

    Crocodiles, or Crocodylus niloticus, are the second deadliest creature in the water. Similar to their modern counterparts, albeit at larger sizes, these carnivores love nothing more than to wait in the shallows of large waterways. They're the most active threat when risking a sip at a river, pond, or pool. Absent from smaller streams, thankfully. Very dangerous to anybody who is careless near large bodies of water.

20. #20Hippopotamus - Hippopotamus amphibius - Danger

    Keys: Hippo, Hippopotamus amphibius, Hippopotamus

    Hippos, or Hippopotamus amphibius, is perhaps among the deadliest megafauna in Africa. Identical to their modern counterparts, these are territorial about their waters. Often found in the same bodies as crocodiles: rivers, lakes, and ponds. Will trample/bite if you encroach on their territory. Fears fire, but don't try to hunt them.

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