Velmoth Tree

The Velmoth tree is an extremophile found throughout Krombus's hottest and coldest areas. Though the tree may be the same, its colors vary in the different climates. The difference is so striking even between sibling trees, that they are referred to as the Southern Velmoth and the Northern Velmoth. The Velmoth stands around 90 feet high on average, with long gnarled limbs reaching out in all directions at the top.

The Southern Velmoth, grown under volcanic conditions, has long white web-like leaves that collect volcanic ash that the tree can use for food. The roots collect magma from the earth and draw it up into the leaves to break down chemicals in the ash to gather the nutrients. As a result of this system, any cracks or openings in the bark causes flames to shoot out like a torch or a jet engine. The white bark and leaves help keep the tree cool despite the molten rock running throughout it.

The Northern Velmoth, grown under icy conditions, has black palm leaves that can grow up to 6 feet in diameter to collect sunlight and keep it from freezing. The black of the leaves and trunk allow it to collect warmth from the sun, which it uses to heat its internal systems as well as for melting snowfall. The Northern Velmoth uses two different kinds of roots. One set tunnels deep into the ground to keep it anchored, while another webs out along the surface to collect water. When snow falls on the exposed roots, which can reach as far as 200 feet from the trunk, the heat gathered by the leaves is used to melt it into usable water.