Pyrosharks (Ignusannihilator Aquaticus) are a species of aquatic pyro. They are known for their wide variety of subspecies, and the fact that they're somehow nearly extinct.
In recent years, Pyrosharks have been declared an critically endangered species due to overhunting. Many people do not know this, and continue to illegally hunt these TF2-nimals. Recently, some new laws have been tried out to help control the hunting problem and hopefully ease the population back to a healthy state. The rules are as follows:
One can only hunt Pyrosharks with permission from a public official. (Get permission from a mod or admin. If none are on... Well, it sucks to be you.)
One can only use melee weapons. That means no guns, rockets, grenades, or needles. Huntsman arrows are allowed, but this lets the Pyroshark shoot its flares at you, so do this at your own risk.
Unless you have a Huntsman, you can not try to bring the Pyroshark on land to kill it. You have to be in the water to hunt them. The Pyrosharks have an advantage, so as to hopefully discourage hunters.
Since they are endangered and take a long time to reproduce, please limit the number of Pyrosharks you kill per hunt. In other words, DO NOT KILL EVERY SINGLE PYROSHARK YOU SEE!!!!!
As of October 6,2013 the hunting and or killing of the "Lightbulb Pyroshark" is now deemed completely and utterly illegal. Those who perform this crime are subject to execution by an Admin (or any other user if an emergency)
The Shpee is not allowed to hunt Pyrosharks, EVER.
Since July 30th, 2014 the Bone PyroShark is now deemed as an critically endangered sub-species of PyroShark, therefore no one is allowed to kill this PyroShark.
One can only kill a Pyroshark that is experiencing insufferable pain, has committed a crime, or is of a very old age.
It is illegal to kill a Pyroshark with a spouse, living parents (which is rare), or any form of family.
Failure to follow these strict rules will result in the wanna-be hunter being forced to either pay a large fine of up to $2000, spend a few months in jail, or both if they are really persistent. Hopefully, these new rules will curb the hunting problem and help restore the Pyroshark population to a healthy state.
Hunting/Defense:[]
The Pyroshark's main method of attack is a high-voltage shock of electricity. The Pyroshark has an extremely long series of battery cells lining its sides and pectoral fins. The surface of the fins contain a sort of pad that stores a severe jolt that has been measured to be about 100,000 volts. When hunting, the Pyroshark stores its electric jolt until it gets close to its target, usually a stray swimmer that gets too close. When the Pyroshark reaches its victim, it swats it with its fins. The pressure from the strike releases the shock and electrocutes the prey, stunning it, if not killing it. After a few jolts, the Pyroshark grabs its meal and enjoys it in peace, eating its fill.
A Pyroshark, as rarely seen on land
The world, from a PyroShark's point of view
Some believe this unusual method of attack arose when competition became more frequent. This advantage gave the Pyroshark an edge, allowing it to kill a larger range of prey than its ancestors.
Latin Name: Pyrosharkus aquaticus
Requirements:[]
any flamethrower (depends on the subspecies)
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TF2nimals- Pyroshark
A Pyroshark attacks a Scout wandering in its territory.
ny secondary (depends on the subspecies)
Neon Annihilator (all subspecies)
Events:[]
Food Search[]
On the 17th of March, 2015, it was noticed that Pyrosharks were on a major food search. Dr. Marxman has come up with a way to solve this problem. Due to the overpopulation of the gibuses, they will be captured and fed to the sharks. The oceans are also being filled with Buffalo Steak, sandwiches, fish, ham, and spy arms.
Civil War[]
Recently it has been seen after the migrations of 2015 that Pyrosharks have been seen to attack each other. The first sighting of this was in 2Fort 3/17/2015. This has been noticed by experts, who believe it is due to a lack of food or a purge of Pyrosharks unfit for survival. Even more Pyroshark wars are expected and it is recommended that you stay out of the way to avoid injury.
Evolution Skyward[]
As of 10/20/17, Pyrosharks have been seen with a bio-mechanical back growth that function similarly to a jet pack, utilising the Pyroshark’s natural bodily fluids as a fuel to propel themselves. This has allowed the Pyrosharks greater access to food and a great escape tactic, allowing them to reach other bodies of water. Scientists of the highest tier are still in a frenzy to figure out how the "Thermal Thruster," as they call it, found its way onto several Pyrosharks. A working theory is that a native Pyroshark mated with a Flyro, which have also only appeared recently, as the structure of both of their propulsion systems are nearly identical and the Flyro and Pyroshark are close enough relatives to mate. These certain Pyrosharks have a distinct sense of viciousness, and can be anywhere to push you into the water! Beware!
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Page revised by Anonymous 12/13/2020. fixed a few typos, changed some of the oddly phrased sections.
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