Tectonic Stalkers
Tectonic Stalkers are ancient entities that inhabit Earth's lithosphere, capable of moving through solid rock as easily as fish swim through water. These beings, first documented by the Stone Seers in ancient times, are responsible for numerous unexplained geological phenomena and are considered one of the most enigmatic lithospheric entities.
A Tectonic Stalker passing through sedimentary layers, leaving behind characteristic crystalline formations
Physical Characteristics
Tectonic Stalkers possess a crystalline body structure that allows them to phase through solid matter by temporarily altering the molecular structure of surrounding rock. Their size ranges from 50 to 200 meters in length, making them among the largest known subterranean entities. They generate powerful geomagnetic fields that often interfere with human surveying equipment and can cause temporary disruptions in local magnetic fields.
Behavior and Habitat
These creatures primarily inhabit depths between 3 and 30 kilometers beneath Earth's surface, particularly favoring regions near tectonic plate boundaries. They demonstrate a peculiar attraction to areas of high mineral concentration and have been known to follow magma streams through the upper mantle.
Impact on Geology
The passage of Tectonic Stalkers through rock strata leaves behind distinctive formations known as Stalker Traces, characterized by:
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Unusually pure crystal deposits
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Inexplicable geometric patterns in rock layers
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Localized magnetic anomalies
Distinctive geometric patterns left in granite formation after Stalker passage
Interaction with Other Entities
Tectonic Stalkers maintain a complex relationship with other subterranean beings, particularly the Pressure Lords and Crystal Wraiths. They are known to avoid regions inhabited by Magmatic Titans, suggesting a possible territorial dynamic among deep Earth entities.
Scientific Study
Research into Tectonic Stalkers is primarily conducted by geomantic scientists using specialized equipment designed to detect their unique energy signatures. The International Deep Earth Monitoring Program maintains a network of sensors specifically calibrated to track their movements.
Influence on Human Activity
The presence of Tectonic Stalkers has been linked to several geological phenomena affecting human infrastructure:
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Unexplained seismic events
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Formation of new mineral deposits
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Sudden changes in underground water flow