The Unpredictable Nature of Norns

It was only a matter of time before everyone grew up, and most of the young males would be exported. I decided to spend a little time with them, since the females had gotten most of the attention up to this point. The seven sons of Brenlee and Nevorria might have looked very similar, yet there were distinct personalities that began to emerge. Some might question whether Norns are capable of having real personalities. Even if a lot of their actions are based on genetics and instincts, it still seems like each is unique, and most are unpredictable!

The first unpredictable event was a mild sneezing fit that had affected most of the males. Almost everyone had a degree of histamine A present in his system, but only Menrik had a corresponding antigen. No one appeared to be suffering very much, aside from the annoying sneezing fits. It was probably time to shower them with antihistamines, but I wanted the environment to be as natural as possible. There was a degree of “survival of the fittest” in the alpha male succession test. Gontor and Menrik became cautious friends: They stuck with one another, but seemed unwilling to form a very strong bond. Xerman spent some time with them, although he soon headed off to find his other brothers. What I found next was absolutely hilarious.

Why, it’s Hendar and Tinver hanging out in the upper levels of the Norn Terrarium! Wait a minute… Hendar! I did not figure out who started this routine, but one of these brothers would summon the lift, ride it up to the top, walk over the edge, and start right over again! Was there a thrill to falling like this? I was baffled over this behavior, although they really seemed to be enjoying themselves. If my eyes did not deceive me, Hendar and Tinver were the only two brothers who had identical appearances. Hendar was the eldest, while Tinver should have been the youngest, had he not raced out of his egg. No one could have predicted this behavior!

The other brothers were getting along well, although without many exciting stories to tell. Hendar had reached the youth life stage, although it was up to Fewlin and Saedra to determine when everyone would be ready. Plan to watch a video chronicling the next chapter of this story: The part where the alpha couple will be determined. I have a feeling there could be absolute chaos. In the end, though, chaos makes Creatures so interesting!