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Hello everyone, and welcome aboard The Starship Changeling. please move down to the end of each row, filling every available seat, and stand clear of the doors. My name is Randy, and I often go by Changeling. I am an #A11y (accessibility) consultant, lover of horror novels and roller coasters and the human partner in crime to a feline named Alex. I mostly talk about blindness related issues, things i'm personally doing, tech, books and more. For more info, see the page titled "About" in the navigation section, or see the footer of any site page for other corners of the internet where I can be found. Thank you, and enjoy your ride on The Starship Changeling.

Monsters Described

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    Monsters Described Promo with Description

    Here’s the Monsters described video from yesterday with an #AI generated description.

    The video shows a black cat sitting in the middle of a group of other cats. The background is dark, but there are streaks of light coming from the top, suggesting a spotlight. The cats all have a very distinct, almost demonic, appearance. Their eyes are piercing and intense, and they have pointed ears and long, sharp teeth. The cat in the middle, however, looks calm and collected, as if it is the leader of the pack. The whole image is designed to give off a sense of mystery and danger.

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    Did you know Starship Changeling has a new feature called Monsters Described? I, a totally blind horror fan, get Perplexity.ai to generate descriptions of horror movie monsters and post them for other blind horror fans. Just follow #MonstersDescribed from your Fediverse account, or subscribe to the category feed on the Starship changeling site.

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    Monsters Described No. 2: Slither

    Explanation

    This is the second in a series of posts that describe the monsters from horror movies for those who are #blind or visually impaired. Rather than describe the movie, the purpose here is to provide a description of the monster only, since #AudioDescription doesn’t allow for as much details as blind horror fans like myself would like.

    Disclaimer

    Since I am totally blind, all of these descriptions are generated using Perplexity.ai unless other wise stated. I’m simply posting the results here in case Perplexity pages become unavailable for some reason.

    An now oOur Feature Presentation

    This film has two monsters–the alien parasite and the slugs.

    Description

    In the 2006 horror-comedy film “Slither,” the alien parasites and slugs are grotesque and unsettling creatures designed to evoke a sense of disgust and fear. Here’s a detailed description for someone who is totally blind:

    Physical Appearance

    Main Parasite

    The primary alien parasite is a large, amorphous creature with a slimy, gelatinous body. It’s roughly the size of a small car and has a pinkish-red coloration. The texture of its skin is moist and slick, similar to that of a giant slug or a mass of intestines. The parasite has multiple tentacle-like appendages that can extend and retract, allowing it to move and grab objects or victims.

    Slugs

    The smaller parasites, often referred to as slugs, are about the size of a person’s hand. They have a cylindrical, worm-like body with no visible eyes or limbs. Their skin is slimy and moist, much like an earthworm but with a more alien texture. These slugs are capable of quick, darting movements and can leap surprisingly far.

    Sensory Characteristics

    If one could touch these creatures (which would be inadvisable in the context of the film), they would feel:

    • Slippery and wet, with a temperature slightly cooler than human body heat
    • Soft and yielding, but with an underlying firmness suggesting muscle or internal structure
    • Pulsating or writhing, as the creatures are constantly in motion

    The parasites would likely emit a faint, squelching sound as they move, similar to the noise made when stepping in mud or other viscous substances.

    Behavior and Abilities

    The parasites in “Slither” have several notable characteristics:

    • They can enter a host’s body through the mouth, taking control of the victim’s mind and body
    • The slugs can reproduce rapidly, creating swarms of creatures
    • They possess a hive mind, acting in coordination to achieve the∏ir goals
    • The ∏parasites can merge infected hosts into larger, more monstrous forms

    These descriptions aim to convey the unsettling and alien nature of the creatures from “Slither,” emphasizing their otherworldly and repulsive qualities that make them effective horror movie monsters.

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    Monsters Described No. 1: Jeepers Creepers

    Explanation

    This post is the first in a series what iconic monsters from the horror movie genre look like.

    Disclaimer

    I am a totally blind horror fan. Therefore, all descriptions are generated by Perplexity AI unless other wise noted. While create Perplexity pages for each description, I thought I’d store them here just in case the pages Perplexity generates can’t be accessed at any point for any reason.

    Jeepers Creepers

    Released in 2001, runtime 90 minutes. Jeepers Creepers IMDB page Jeepers Creepers Wikipedia Page (four films currently)

    Perplexity Description

    The Creeper from the Jeepers Creepers film series is a monstrous, ancient entity that emerges every 23 years for 23 days to hunt and feed on human body parts, which it uses to regenerate and sustain itself.

    Physical Description

    • Humanoid Form: The Creeper has a humanoid shape with a tall, imposing figure.
    • Skin and Texture: Its skin is leathery and pale green, giving it a reptilian or bat-like appearance.
    • Facial Features: It has a grotesque face with sharp, pronounced features, including razor-sharp teeth and a pair of extra nostrils near the bridge of its nose, which it uses to smell fear and identify desirable body parts in its victims.
    • Claws and Talons: The Creeper has long, pointed fingernails and talons on its feet, which it uses for attacking and climbing.
    • Wings: It possesses large, bat-like wings that enable it to fly and swoop down on its prey.
    • Apparel: To blend in, it often wears tattered human clothing, including a long coat, hat, and boots.

    Behavior and Abilities

    • Feeding and Regeneration: The Creeper sustains itself by consuming human organs, which it uses to replace its own failing body parts. This ability makes it nearly immortal, as it can heal from severe injuries by consuming the appropriate human parts.
    • Hunting Method: It hunts by instilling fear in its victims, as it can detect fear through its enhanced sense of smell. This makes it particularly effective at choosing its prey.
    • Intelligence and Creativity: Despite its monstrous nature, the Creeper is highly intelligent and displays a morbid creativity. It decorates its lair with the bodies and body parts of its victims, treating them as trophies.
    • Weapons: The Creeper uses a variety of weapons, many of which are crafted from the bones and flesh of its victims. It is particularly fond of throwing weapons and has a medieval battle axe.
    • Vehicle: It drives a modified, decrepit 1941 Chevrolet COE truck, which it uses to transport bodies and to chase down potential victims.

    Origins and Mythology

    • Ancient Entity: The exact origins of the Creeper are shrouded in mystery, but it is believed to be a demonic or supernatural being that has existed for centuries. Some theories suggest it may be based on the Mayan god Camazotz, associated with death and sacrifice.
    • Feeding Cycle: The Creeper’s activities are cyclical, emerging every 23rd spring for a 23-day period to hunt and feed before returning to hibernation.

    Personality and Traits

    • Sadistic Nature: The Creeper enjoys the hunt and the fear it instills in its victims, often toying with them before making the kill.
    • Artistic Tendencies: It has a twisted appreciation for art, creating sculptures and decorations from the remains of its victims.
    • Resilience: The Creeper is incredibly resilient, able to survive and heal from extreme injuries, making it a formidable and nearly unstoppable force.

    The Creeper is a terrifying and complex antagonist, blending elements of horror, supernatural mythology, and sadistic intelligence to create a truly nightmarish creature.

    Perplexity Citations:

    [1] https://villains.fandom.com/wiki/Creeper_%28Jeepers_Creepers%29 [2] jeeperscreepers.fandom.com/wiki/Cree… [3] www.charactour.com/hub/chara… [4] https://www.reddit.com/r/FanTheories/comments/ope014/the_creeper_from_jeepers_creepers_is_a_mayan_god/ [5] screenrant.com/jeepers-c… [6] vuorensola.com/2022/10/3… [7] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeepers_Creepers_%282001_film%29 [8] http://moa.omnimulti.com/The_Creeper_%28Jeepers_Creepers%29