Add Discarded GU - first monster design

Trail-appropriate slime monster: sentient energy gel residue. Includes stats, abilities, variants, and entourage dialogue. 🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.com/claude-code) Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.5 <noreply@anthropic.com>
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+# Discarded GU
+
+```
+ 🟢 DISCARDED GU 🟢
+━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
+    "Leave No Trace?
+     Too late for that."
+━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
+      ╭───────╮
+     ╱  ◉   ◉  ╲
+    │    ~~~    │
+    │  ~~~~~~~  │
+     ╲ ~~~~~~~~╱
+      ╰───────╯
+      ~ drip ~
+```
+
+## Monster Classification
+
+| Property | Value |
+|----------|-------|
+| Type | Ooze |
+| Tier | Common |
+| Level Range | 1-5 |
+| Habitat | Popular trails, race courses, aid station areas |
+| Aggression | Passive (won't attack unless approached) |
+| Threat Level | ⭐ (1/5) |
+
+---
+
+## Lore
+
+### Origin Story
+
+Every trail runner knows the ritual: rip open the energy gel packet, squeeze the contents into your mouth, and... well, *technically* you're supposed to pack out the wrapper. But sometimes the pocket is full. Sometimes you're bonking hard. Sometimes you just... forget.
+
+Those discarded gel packets don't just disappear. The residual electrolytes, maltodextrin, and "natural flavors" seep into the trail. They mix with mud, sweat, and the tears of DNF'd runners. Over time, something awakens.
+
+The Discarded GU is nature's revenge for Leave No Trace violations. A sentient blob of accumulated trail nutrition, sticky with betrayal and artificially flavored with righteousness.
+
+### Behavior
+
+- Lurks near trail markers and popular rest spots
+- Attracted to the sound of velcro pockets opening
+- Makes wet *schlorp* sounds when moving
+- Occasionally emits the faint scent of "Birthday Cake" or "Salted Watermelon"
+- Will absolutely stick to your shoes
+
+### Variations by Flavor
+
+| Variant | Color | Special Trait |
+|---------|-------|---------------|
+| Chocolate Outrage | Brown 🟤 | Slightly stronger |
+| Salted Watermelon | Pink 🩷 | Causes thirst |
+| Birthday Cake | White ⚪ | Disturbingly cheerful |
+| Espresso Love | Black ⚫ | Faster attack speed |
+| Tri-Berry | Purple 🟣 | Can split into 2 mini-GUs |
+
+---
+
+## Base Statistics
+
+### Level 1 Stats
+
+| Stat | Value |
+|------|-------|
+| HP | 25 |
+| MP | 0 |
+| ATK | 8 |
+| DEF | 3 |
+| Speed | 2 (Very Slow) |
+
+### Stat Scaling (Per Level)
+
+| Level | HP | ATK | DEF |
+|-------|-----|-----|-----|
+| 1 | 25 | 8 | 3 |
+| 2 | 32 | 10 | 4 |
+| 3 | 40 | 12 | 5 |
+| 4 | 50 | 14 | 6 |
+| 5 | 62 | 17 | 7 |
+
+### Derived Stats
+
+| Stat | Value | Notes |
+|------|-------|-------|
+| Dodge Chance | 0% | It's goo, it doesn't dodge |
+| Crit Chance | 5% | Lucky sticky hit |
+| Crit Damage | 125% | Weak crits |
+
+---
+
+## Combat Abilities
+
+### Basic Attack: Sticky Slap
+
+*The GU extends a pseudopod and slaps you with surprising force.*
+
+```
+Damage:    100% ATK
+Type:      Physical
+Cooldown:  None
+```
+
+**Effect:** Standard attack. Nothing special, but leaves a sticky residue on your dignity.
+
+---
+
+### Ability 1: Stick to Shoes 👟
+
+*The GU latches onto your footwear with the tenacity of a 30-mile PR attempt.*
+
+```
+Damage:    50% ATK
+Type:      Physical
+Effect:    Applies "Sticky" debuff for 2 turns
+Cooldown:  Every 3 turns
+Chance:    100%
+```
+
+**Sticky Debuff:**
+- -15% Dodge chance
+- -10% Speed (for flee attempts)
+- Duration: 2 turns
+- Cleansable: Yes (Foam Roll removes it)
+
+**Flavor Text:** *"You'll never get this off your Hokas."*
+
+---
+
+### Ability 2: Sugar Rush 🍬
+
+*The GU vibrates intensely as its concentrated sugars activate.*
+
+```
+Damage:    None
+Type:      Self-Buff
+Effect:    +25% ATK for 3 turns
+Cooldown:  Once per battle
+Trigger:   When HP drops below 50%
+```
+
+**Behavior:**
+- GU only uses this when threatened
+- Visual: GU starts jiggling aggressively
+- Quote: *"MALTODEXTRIN ACTIVATED"*
+
+---
+
+### Ability 3: Electrolyte Splash 💦 (Level 3+)
+
+*The GU launches a spray of sodium and potassium directly at your face.*
+
+```
+Damage:    75% ATK
+Type:      Physical
+Effect:    25% chance to apply "Blinded" for 1 turn
+Cooldown:  Every 4 turns
+Range:     Can hit from distance
+```
+
+**Blinded Debuff:**
+- -30% Accuracy for 1 turn
+- You got sports drink in your eyes
+
+**Only available on Level 3+ Discarded GUs.**
+
+---
+
+## Combat Behavior AI
+
+### Decision Priority
+
+```
+1. If HP < 50% AND Sugar Rush not used:
+   → Use Sugar Rush
+
+2. If Stick to Shoes off cooldown AND player not Sticky:
+   → Use Stick to Shoes (70% chance)
+
+3. If Level 3+ AND Electrolyte Splash off cooldown:
+   → Use Electrolyte Splash (40% chance)
+
+4. Default:
+   → Sticky Slap (basic attack)
+```
+
+### Aggression Patterns
+
+| Situation | Behavior |
+|-----------|----------|
+| Player passes by | Ignores unless within 5m |
+| Player stops near | Wiggles curiously |
+| Player attacks | Engages, calls for help (15% chance to summon another) |
+| Player flees | Pursues slowly, gives up after 20m |
+
+---
+
+## Drops & Rewards
+
+### Experience Points
+
+| GU Level | Base XP | First Kill Bonus |
+|----------|---------|------------------|
+| 1 | 10 | +5 |
+| 2 | 15 | +7 |
+| 3 | 22 | +10 |
+| 4 | 30 | +14 |
+| 5 | 40 | +18 |
+
+### Loot Table
+
+| Item | Drop Rate | Notes |
+|------|-----------|-------|
+| Empty Gel Packet | 60% | Trash, worth 1 coin |
+| Sticky Residue | 30% | Crafting material |
+| Intact Energy Gel | 8% | Consumable: +15 MP |
+| Rare Flavor GU | 2% | Consumable: +25 MP, +10% ATK for 1 battle |
+
+### Currency
+
+| GU Level | Coins Dropped |
+|----------|---------------|
+| 1 | 2-5 |
+| 2 | 4-8 |
+| 3 | 6-12 |
+| 4 | 9-16 |
+| 5 | 12-22 |
+
+---
+
+## Monster Entourage Behavior
+
+*When following the player around yelling things:*
+
+### Dialogue Escalation
+
+**0-5 Minutes (Annoyed):**
+- *"Hey! HEY! You dropped something!"*
+- *"Excuse me, I believe you littered me!"*
+- *"This is a Leave No Trace trail!"*
+- *schlorp schlorp schlorp*
+
+**5-10 Minutes (Frustrated):**
+- *"I used to be PREMIUM NUTRITION!"*
+- *"Do you know how much I cost per ounce?!"*
+- *"I had DREAMS! I was gonna fuel a PR!"*
+- *"Fine! Just keep walking! SEE IF I CARE!"*
+
+**10-30 Minutes (Desperate):**
+- *"Please... I just want closure..."*
+- *"I promise I'll be quick... just one fight..."*
+- *"Remember that one time you bonked at mile 18? I COULD HAVE HELPED!"*
+- *"I'm literally dissolving out here!"*
+
+**30-60 Minutes (Philosophical):**
+- *"What even IS a slime, when you think about it?"*
+- *"Do you think I have a soul? Is maltodextrin sentient?"*
+- *"We're not so different, you and I. We both just want to be consumed."*
+- *"...I've forgotten why I was mad."*
+
+**60+ Minutes (Existential):**
+- *"I've accepted my fate."*
+- *"The trail will reclaim me eventually."*
+- *"Promise me... promise me you'll pack out your wrappers..."*
+- *"It's actually kind of nice out here. Good views."*
+- *weirdly content schlorp sounds*
+
+---
+
+## Encounter Locations
+
+### Spawn Zones
+
+| Location Type | Spawn Rate | Level Range |
+|---------------|------------|-------------|
+| Popular trailheads | High | 1-2 |
+| Mile markers | Medium | 1-3 |
+| Water sources | Medium | 2-4 |
+| Aid station areas | Very High | 2-5 |
+| Remote trails | Low | 3-5 |
+
+### Environmental Factors
+
+| Condition | Effect on Spawns |
+|-----------|------------------|
+| After rain | +50% spawn rate (washes residue together) |
+| Race weekend | +200% spawn rate |
+| Winter | -75% spawn rate (frozen solid) |
+| Near trash cans | -30% spawn rate (properly disposed) |
+
+---
+
+## Variants
+
+### Mini GU (Level 1 only)
+
+*A tiny baby slime, barely sentient.*
+
+```
+HP: 10
+ATK: 4
+DEF: 1
+XP: 4
+```
+- No abilities
+- Often spawns in groups of 2-3
+- Makes high-pitched *squeak* sounds
+- Almost cute
+
+---
+
+### Crusty GU (Level 4-5)
+
+*An older GU that's been baking in the sun. Crunchier.*
+
+```
+HP: +20% base
+ATK: +10% base
+DEF: +30% base (hardened exterior)
+```
+- Takes 2 hits to remove "Crusty Shell" before normal damage applies
+- Slower but tougher
+- Makes *crack crunch* sounds when moving
+- Drops "Crystallized Electrolytes" crafting material
+
+---
+
+### Caffeinated GU (Rare, Level 3-5)
+
+*An espresso-flavored variant. Vibrating with energy.*
+
+```
+HP: -10% base
+ATK: +20% base
+Speed: 5 (Fast!)
+```
+- Attacks twice per turn
+- Jitters constantly
+- Makes *bzzzzt* sounds
+- 10% chance to inflict "Jittery" debuff (can't use abilities for 1 turn)
+- Drops "Espresso Gel" (rare consumable)
+
+---
+
+## Combat Strategy (For Players)
+
+### Weaknesses
+
+| Weakness | Effect |
+|----------|--------|
+| Fire/Heat | +25% damage (melts the sugars) |
+| Water attacks | +15% damage (dilutes it) |
+| Trail Runner class | Thematic bonus: +10% XP |
+
+### Resistances
+
+| Resistance | Effect |
+|------------|--------|
+| Poison | Immune (it's already chemicals) |
+| Sticky effects | Immune (can't stick to itself) |
+| Physical | -10% damage (absorbs impacts) |
+
+### Tips
+
+1. **Kill quickly** - Sugar Rush at 50% HP makes it dangerous
+2. **Cleanse Sticky** - Use Foam Roll if you get stuck
+3. **AoE for groups** - Mini GUs spawn together
+4. **Bring fire** - If you have it, use it
+5. **Don't flee** - Very slow, just finish it
+
+---
+
+## Trivia
+
+- The first Discarded GU was reportedly spotted near the Western States 100 course
+- Scientists debate whether GUs are truly alive or just "chemically motivated"
+- Some ultrarunners report forming emotional bonds with their stalker GUs
+- The Birthday Cake variant is considered the most disturbing
+- There is an unconfirmed report of a "Mega GU" formed from an entire aid station's worth of discarded packets
+
+---
+
+## Related Monsters
+
+| Monster | Relationship |
+|---------|--------------|
+| Wrapper Wraith | Often found together (the packet becomes a ghost) |
+| Sodium Specter | Evolved form (pure electrolyte energy) |
+| The Bonk | What happens if you DON'T eat your gels |
+
+---
+
+## Version History
+
+- v1.0 - Initial Discarded GU design