The Mycon intimate that this process is much more complex and allows them to select which genes, memories, and even personality fragments to transfer via the genetic material to their offspring. The spores can also be inhaled by other Mycon as a mechanism to exchange genetic material. Normally a spore will land and develop into a near-perfect clone of the parent. Mycon usually reproduce asexually by budding off parts of themselves in the form of DNA-rich spores, which they then launch into the air. Their unique reproduction process and extremely high genetic complexity give the Mycon an amazing talent for genetic engineering, a talent for which they are widely known. Besides being able to withstand high temperatures, some Mycon have also been known to survive a decompression quick-freeze.
Silicate structures within their physiology allow them to survive such extreme temperatures1 (and presumably would make them immune to flame/fire2). Mycon living conditions would be most accurately described by Humans as "hellish," with temperatures close to the melting point of lead (327.5 degrees Celsius). Still, Talana describes the Mycon as being naive and unable to fully comprehend the concept of deception, a view supported by the easiness with which the Mycon fell for the ambush at Organon. They are usually very hostile toward other species, even other Battle Thralls. Even worse, they sometimes seem to be "possessed" by one of their ancestors, who quickly explains how and when it died. The Mycon constantly ramble about Juffo-Wup, the Non and the Void with vaguely religious overtones and often without any relevance to the current conversation. The Mycon spread the spores of their race through the galaxy with their Podships.Ĭonversations with the Mycon are very difficult only the Orz could be considered more confusing and even that would be up to debate. Their bodies range in height from 0.5 to 3.5 meters. While most sentient races (with notable exceptions) are taxonomically animals, the Mycon are fungi.
The Mycon (pronounced /maɪ'kɒn/ ?) are a race of creatures that nest near the Brahe and Scorpii constellations.
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