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Fun fact the og prompt for this was "draw the 4 main characters in a paranormal encounter" and for some reason my mind kept going to hoopsnakes. Hence, giant ouroboros (even if it's a symbol instead of a cryptid).

bonus: character renders also done for the assignment

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2023-03-14

From my illust. 4 class;

a group of four paranormal investigators hear rumors about a giant 'hoopsnake' in the area from locals. But what would a 'hoopsnake' be doing in the north-east? and why would it be leaving trails of energy?

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2023-03-14

Following the rule of Fire starters being part of the Chinese Zodiac, the Strictor family is based off of both Vipers and Hoopsnakes, a fearsome critter known to bite it's tail and roll like a wheel!

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2021-11-15

The hoop snake is a creature from lumberjack folktales is one that chases its pray by biting onto its own tail and rolling towards them.

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2020-10-29

Entry 5: Hoopsnake. While it can SLITHER like its brethren; it will grab its tail and swiftly roll itself like a wheel to dash after quick prey, launching itself at them while hitting a high velocity.

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2020-10-07