Other Fungi lists all non-aquatic type saprophytes or fungi-like living organisms. Fungi are neither plant nor animals. However, due to them being more similar to plant lifeforms, they are classified as flora here. Many fungi release Bioluminescent Spores. Some fungi like mushrooms may be eaten, but they aren’t given much prominence.
The following are the other fungi that are recognized:
Cage Fungi
Etymology and Anatomy
Cage Fungi are odd and hollow mushroom-like plants with a sturdy stalk. Their upper part resembles an empty cage. They grow only around the Ruins of Shadowmark, making them quite unique. They change their color during winter.These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations. Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
These herbs are found in Northern Bastion. They do not hold much significance, apart from the fact that they make the scenery more enticing when the Freelancer flies outside the walls and when they are near waters.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in
Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its probable real-world counterpart. - The Cage Mushroom and its related genera such as Ligiella, Clathrus, Ileodictyon, and many more produce similar mushrooms. However, there doesn’t seem to be a plant that exactly resembles the shape of these plants.
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Etymology and Anatomy
Cage Fungi are odd and hollow mushroom-like plants with a sturdy stalk. Their upper part resembles an empty cage. They grow only around the Ruins of Shadowmark, making them quite unique. They change their color during winter.
Additional Details:
These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations.
Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
These herbs are found in Northern Bastion. They do not hold much significance, apart from the fact that they make the scenery more enticing when the Freelancer flies outside the walls and when they are near waters.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in
Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its probable real-world counterpart. - The Cage Mushroom and its related genera such as Ligiella, Clathrus, Ileodictyon, and many more produce similar mushrooms. However, there doesn’t seem to be a plant that exactly resembles the shape of these plants.
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Fungi Blue
Etymology and Anatomy
Blue fungi are bright blue colored fungi that grow on the ground in the presence of water in the southern locations of Northern Bastion. They can glint in a pale blue hue.These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations. Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Blue Fungus is encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including blue fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi are based on Trametes versicolor (Turkey tail mushrooms) from the real-world.
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Etymology and Anatomy
Blue fungi are bright blue colored fungi that grow on the ground in the presence of water in the southern locations of Northern Bastion. They can glint in a pale blue hue.
Additional Details:
These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations.
Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Blue Fungus is encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including blue fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi are based on Trametes versicolor (Turkey tail mushrooms) from the real-world.
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Fungi Orange
Etymology and Anatomy
Orange Fungi are similar to blue fungi, but they have orange glint and Orange Bioluminescent Spores around on them. They are bioluminescent. They grow near northern locations of Northern Bastion with copious amount of water around them.These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations. Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Orange Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Orange Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi may be based on Omphalotus olearius (Jack-o'-lantern mushrooms) from the real-world.
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Etymology and Anatomy
Orange Fungi are similar to blue fungi, but they have orange glint and Orange Bioluminescent Spores around on them. They are bioluminescent. They grow near northern locations of Northern Bastion with copious amount of water around them.
Additional Details:
These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations.
Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Orange Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Orange Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi may be based on Omphalotus olearius (Jack-o'-lantern mushrooms) from the real-world.
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Fungi Red
Etymology and Anatomy
These are mounds of mushrooms that usually grow in dense forest areas. They tend to grow on stones, plants, and even ruins. They are an orange-red and have a constant glow. From afar, they look like some type of infection on the natural surroundings.These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations. Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Red Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Red Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi may be based on Hygrocybe genus of fungi (Waxcaps) from the real-world.
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Etymology and Anatomy
These are mounds of mushrooms that usually grow in dense forest areas. They tend to grow on stones, plants, and even ruins. They are an orange-red and have a constant glow. From afar, they look like some type of infection on the natural surroundings.
Additional Details:
These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations.
Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Red Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Red Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi may be based on Hygrocybe genus of fungi (Waxcaps) from the real-world.
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Fungi Yellow
Etymology and Anatomy
Tree fungi are pale brown to tan colored flat-shaped fungi that grow on tree trunks or other cylindrical surfaces. Their distribution is usually found in the eastern sides of Northern Bastion.These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations. Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Yellow Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Yellow Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi may be based on Stereum ostrea (Golden curtain crust) from the real-world.
- These Fungi have an aquatic counterpart called Aquatic Fungi Yellow.
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Etymology and Anatomy
Tree fungi are pale brown to tan colored flat-shaped fungi that grow on tree trunks or other cylindrical surfaces. Their distribution is usually found in the eastern sides of Northern Bastion.
Additional Details:
These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations.
Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Yellow Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Yellow Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi may be based on Stereum ostrea (Golden curtain crust) from the real-world.
- These Fungi have an aquatic counterpart called Aquatic Fungi Yellow.
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Rock Fungi Green
Etymology and Anatomy
These fungi are yellow colored and usually have a teal or green bioluminescence. They tend to grow in dark and damp caves on the rocky walls.These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations. Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Green Rock Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Green Rock Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi maybe based on Polypores (bracket fungi or shelf fungi) from the real-world.
- These fungi have an aquatic counterpart called Aquatic Fungi Green.
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Etymology and Anatomy
These fungi are yellow colored and usually have a teal or green bioluminescence. They tend to grow in dark and damp caves on the rocky walls.
Additional Details:
These flora are found growing in open spaces. These plants tend to thrive in most locations.
Because of their nature, they provide a pleasant ambience during exploration.
Narrative Involvement
Green Rock Fungus can be encountered by the Freelancer while exploring the world. They aren’t hostile and do not damage anyone. None of the known fungi types, including Green Rock Fungi are known to cause any trouble. They are harmless and are pleasant to look at. They do not do any damage to any javelin, or other living or non-living things.
Trivia (May Contain Spoilers)
- This plant isn’t named in Anthem. So, in this section, it is named after its appearance.
- These fungi maybe based on Polypores (bracket fungi or shelf fungi) from the real-world.
- These fungi have an aquatic counterpart called Aquatic Fungi Green.
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These plant types currently do not have any exclusive cortex entry found in the game. Other Shrubs may have been mentioned in the dialogs when the Freelancer participates in conversations, or overheard when the people of Coda speak with each other, or mentioned outside the game in legitimate sources like the official tie-in media. For a Collection of similar Cortex Entries on various Flora, See: Flora (Cortex Collection).
Special Trivia
- Anthem is the game which has the most unique number of plant or flora designs when compared to any other Bioware game, especially when seasonal changes are considered.
- The pheromone sac of the mantikaar is supposed to be some combination of starfish, mushroom, and squid.