Description
The spycrab (Indicator Lux Brachyura) stands as a truly exceptional creature within the virtual ecosystem of "Team Fortress 2." Evolving under the peculiar constraints of a simulated world, this species possesses an intriguing ability to mimic the appearance and movement patterns of the spy character, not unlike the phenomena observed in real-world mimicry among animals.
The spycrab's body structure displays distinct adaptions that allow it to imitate the appearance of the spy. With its flexible exoskeleton, it can contort and modify its shape, altering its limbs to resemble those of the spy, reminding the structure of a crab. The species' coloration can also shift, imitating the hues and textures of the various members of the BLU/RED foundation it mimics, thus rendering it almost indistinguishable from real people.
We also analyzed various spycrabs and found out that many of them are half-blind, which explains why they often bump into things.
While not an official denizen of this virtual landscape, the spycrab has nonetheless become a captivating enigma, not only within the player community but also our conservancy group. The Spy Crab embodies a blend of whimsy and camaraderie that defies the conventional environment of the game.
Habitat
The spycrabs, although quite rare, have been seen around every map but ctf_2fort is their most inhabited location. The spycrabs go there despite the amount of friendly-hungry tryhards located there waiting for prey.
We are still researching and looking for natural habitats of spycrabs, so that we can continue working to preserve this endangered species.
Behavior
Spycrabs are extremely friendly and there's never been an episode of one of them attacking or defending themselves from predators/people, which also explains why spycrabs are an easy prey for tryhards and Scunts. It's common for spycrabs to move around in groups, since it's important for them to reproduce. When many Spycrabs groups together, they will form great lines and march to another part of the map. These migrations are quite dangerous, as a tryhard could come out at any moment and start firing at them, this is why we are fighting to prevent this.
Spycrabs have evolved to the point that they developed into using a special watch called "The Dead Ringer". When Spycrabs are being attacked and have reached a critical health point, thanks to the Dead Ringer, They will fake their death and leave a fake body while returning to a safer position.
Box spycrab
Box spies are a subspecies of the Spycrab similar to hermit crabs. They will use the taunt Box Trot and slowly move around, stopping whenever someone turns their way. While Box spies have a community themselves, lesser developed box spies will usually use both spycrab and Box Trot together.
