Wygus

Wygus is a fictional creature that appears in the video game "Slime Rancher" and its sequel, "Slime Rancher 2." In the game, wygus are a type of slime, which are gelatinous creatures that inhabit the world. Wygus are characterized by their appearance, which typically includes a round, bubbly body and a distinct, often bright coloration. They are known for their passive nature and their tendency to bounce around their environment.

Wygus slimes are relatively common and can be found in various regions of the game's maps. They are not aggressive towards the player and do not pose a significant threat. When a wygus is encountered, players can often slurp them up using a vacuum tool and store them in their inventory. These slimes can then be placed in corrals on the player's ranch, where they will produce plorts. Plorts are valuable resources that can be sold to earn in-game currency.

The diet of a wygus is typically herbivorous, meaning they consume plants. Different types of plants can be fed to wygus to influence the plorts they produce. The rarity and type of plort produced by a wygus can vary depending on its diet and any other slimes it might have merged with. Wygus are a fundamental element of the ranching gameplay loop, providing a consistent source of income for players as they expand and upgrade their ranch. Their simple behavior and reliable plort production make them an early-game staple for many players.