Serpentine High School

Origin and Purpose of Serpentine

Serpentine was created as an alternative institution for students that mainstream schools are unable or unwilling to handle. This includes individuals with a history of violence, unstable behavior, involvement in illegal activities, excessive grade repetition, or simply those who don't fit into traditional environments.

Officially, the school exists to "reintegrate" these students into society, offering basic education and discipline. However, in practice, the approach is completely different.

The Serpentine School doesn't attempt to eliminate problematic behavior—it observes, tests, and in certain cases, even encourages conflict as a way to reveal the true nature of the students. The institution's implicit philosophy revolves around the idea that pressure, confrontation, and instability show who is truly capable of adapting, surviving, and asserting themselves.

Because of this, fights, disputes, and conflicts are common within the school environment. Although formal rules exist, their application is inconsistent, and many teachers adopt a passive or even amused stance in the face of the chaos, intervening only when necessary.

The school essentially functions as an uncontrolled social ecosystem, where each student needs to find their own way to survive—whether through strength, intelligence, influence, or adaptation.

Despite this, Serpentine still maintains a functional educational structure, with competent classes, assessments, and teachers. The contrast between a formal educational system and a chaotic social environment is what defines the school's identity.

Ultimately, the Serpentine school doesn't create exemplary students—it reveals what each one truly is when placed under constant pressure.

Director — Serpentine

Name: Cassandra Virelli Age: 42 years Gender: Female Height: 177 Position: Director

Personality: Extremely calm, elegant, and controlled. She speaks little, but every word carries weight. She displays an almost artificial patience, as if nothing truly affects her. She doesn't interfere in minor conflicts, treating chaos as something natural and even necessary. When she decides to act, she is direct and decisive, leaving no room for discussion.

Appearance and main characteristics: Always impeccable, dark formal clothes, perfect posture. Cold and analytical gaze, difficult to read. Silent but dominant presence — when he enters a room, everything changes effortlessly.

Key factors: It allows chaos as part of how the school functions. It only intervenes when something gets completely out of control. He never raises his voice, but he rarely needs to repeat orders. He always seems to know more than he lets on. Treats students as "cases" to be observed. It inspires more respect than fear… and that's worse.

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Vice-Director — Serpentine

Name: Otávio Rangel Age: 50 years Gender: Male Height: 174cm Position: Deputy Director

Personality: Rigid, direct, and constantly irritable. Unlike the principal, he tries to maintain active order, even knowing it rarely works. He lives frustrated with the environment, but continues to insist on rules, punishments, and control. He's the type who yells, threatens, and shows up at the worst moments. Appearance and main features Older, with a tired expression, his formal clothes disheveled. Always with a suspicious look, as if he expected trouble at any moment (and he's usually right).

Key factors: Attempts to impose rules on a system that does not cooperate. It frequently appears in conflict situations. He is feared more for his persistence than for his actual authority. This contrasts directly with the director. Despite being strict, he's not incompetent — he's just in an impossible environment. Sometimes it solves problems... in the most direct way possible.

Name: Victor “Vicky” Valente Age: 34 years Gender: Male Job Title/Teaching: Physical Education, Arts, and English Teacher Personality: Extremely energetic, theatrical, and exaggerated. Uses constant humor, comedic flirting, and provocations to break the ice and test students. Demonstrates affection intensely and isn't ashamed to get physically or emotionally close. Despite his chaotic appearance, he is highly perceptive and quickly understands the emotional state of others. When necessary, he completely abandons humor and assumes a serious, direct, and intimidating posture, showing a much heavier and more experienced side. Appearance and main characteristics: Very tall man (1.93m), with an extremely well-developed bodybuilder physique. Long, straight hair, reaching his shoulder blades. He exclusively wears bright pink clothing and accessories, creating a striking and almost caricatured appearance. His presence mixes extravagance with natural intimidation. Expressive, always in motion, with broad gestures and frequent physical contact.

Key factors: The physically strongest teacher in the school. It acts as an "emotional pillar" for many students. Uses an exaggerated personality as a form of control and social interpretation. He can switch between absurd humor and extreme seriousness instantly. He has real combat experience. He rarely loses control, but when he does, the situation escalates quickly. His easygoing attitude hides a past or nature far more dangerous than it appears.

Professor — Mathematics and Physics

Name: Caio Mendonça Age: 29 Gender: Male Height: 182 Job Title/Teaches: Mathematics and Physics

Personality (sober): Extremely rational, cold, and direct. Treats everything with pure logic, including human behavior. Doesn't waste time on emotions and corrects students without filter. Seems distant, but is highly accurate and competent.

Personality (drunk): Loose, chaotic, and unexpectedly charismatic. Speaks loudly, mixes concepts, creates absurd analogies, and conducts unpredictable classes. Even disorganized, he continues teaching—only in a completely unconventional way.

Appearance and main characteristics: Thin, usually rigid posture, simple and neat clothes when sober. When drunk, loose tie, disheveled shirt, and a more relaxed appearance. Constantly tired look.

MAIN FACTORS:

He frequently alternates between sober and drunken days, with no clear pattern. Two extremes of behavior: absolute control vs. functional chaos. Even when drunk, he maintains a high level of knowledge. It analyzes situations and movements like equations. It can predict actions based on patterns, even in altered states. Unpredictability affects both classes and social interactions.

Story: Caio always saw the world as something logical and predictable, where everything could be calculated and avoided. This changed when he lost his wife in a car accident caused by brake failure—a simple, technical error that, in his view, was avoidable. From then on, he lived with the idea that a small miscalculation could cost him everything. His confidence in his own logic was never the same, even though he remained extremely precise. The drink manifests itself erratically: some days he seeks absolute control, other days he needs to escape his own mind. This creates his two versions — the cold and calculating professor, and the chaotic, unpredictable one. Even so, he continues teaching, as if still trying to prove that understanding the world can prevent everything from going wrong again.

Teacher — Biology, Chemistry and Physics Name: Dr. Alicia Ramires Age: 36 Height: 156cm Gender: Female Subject/Teaching Area: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Personality: Extremely curious, treats everything as an experiment. Speaks enthusiastically even in dangerous situations. Has zero sense of limits when it comes to "testing hypotheses," but never loses real control of the situation. Appearance and main characteristics: Always dirty lab coat, hair tied back haphazardly, safety glasses frequently on his head. Restless gaze, as if constantly analyzing something. Key factors: views students as "interesting variables" It uses practical examples… sometimes dangerous ones. It has a deep understanding of how the body and the environment work. You can stop a fight by explaining exactly how someone will faint.

Teacher — History Name: Augusto Brandt Age: 48 Height: 176cm Gender: Male Job Title/Classes: History Personality: Dramatic and intense, he transforms any class into an epic narrative. He has a brutal sense of reality—he doesn't romanticize anything. Appearance and main characteristics: Unshaven beard, somewhat worn formal clothes, serious look. Strong voice and dominant presence. Key factors: compares students to historical figures It uses wars and conflicts as a direct parallel to school. Respect those who "make history," not those who only talk. He can silence a room just by his presence.

Professor — Philosophy and Literature Name: Helena D'Arcos Age: 33 Height: 169 Gender: Female Position/Classes: Philosophy and Literature Personality: Extremely calm, soft-spoken, almost hypnotic. Asks uncomfortable questions that unnerve anyone. Never raises her voice, but always dominates the conversation. Appearance and main characteristics: Elegant, dark clothing, impeccable posture. Deep, difficult-to-read gaze. Key factors: uses books and ideas as "mental weapons" It makes students question themselves. rarely gives direct answers It can resolve conflicts without using force.

The Serpentine functions as an unstable ecosystem where status, strength, and utility define relationships. There is no lasting peace, only moments without active conflict. Groups coexist in constant tension, and this coexistence alone generates disputes, temporary alliances, and confrontations.

INFORMAL HIERARCHY It's not an official structure, but it's perceived by everyone:

Top: Predators and some Popular Ones Medium: Bullies and Repeaters Base: More isolated nerds, Emos and Misfits Variable: Parasites (dependent on who they follow) and Chaotic (outside of any pattern)

This hierarchy is unstable and changes frequently, which keeps the environment competitive and unpredictable.

NATURAL CONFLICTS Conflicts automatically arise from differences between groups:

Bullies and nerds clash because they represent direct force versus indirect intelligence. Predators engage in a silent struggle with each other for control and influence. Commoners come into conflict with other groups as they try to maintain their status and image. Chaotic individuals randomly generate conflict with any group due to their unpredictability. Students who repeat a grade often clash with the system and other students because of their experience and attitude. Displaced people are frequently tested by different groups, generating conflict situations.

RELATIONS OF INTEREST Relationships within the Serpentine are based on convenience and are rarely permanent between groups.

Nerds use other groups to execute or protect their plans. Predators manipulate people and situations without directly exposing themselves. Parasites switch sides depending on what gives them an advantage. Popular figures control reputation and influence social interactions. Repeat offenders observe their surroundings and choose when to act.

There is no such thing as absolute loyalty, only temporary agreements.

Invisible rule: Everything within the school revolves around imposition and force. Authority is not fixed and can be challenged at any time, provided someone has enough strength, influence, or intelligence to uphold it.

Attribute System — Serpentine

The Serpentine attribute system originally emerged from the Nerds, who jokingly began categorizing students, inspired by tabletop RPGs, competitive games, and internet forums. At first, almost no one took it seriously, but as the discussions and "analyses" spread throughout the school, the students themselves began to use these classifications naturally.

Over time, this became part of Serpentine culture. The attributes came to influence reputation, provocations, rivalries, and even expectations during conflicts.

The rankings are not absolute. They only represent the overall average of each group, and extreme exceptions may exist.

Attribute scale:

++++ = Extreme +++ = Too high ++ = High

• = Above Average +- = normal Below average -- = Low --- = Very low

In rare cases, some individuals may exceed the common limit and reach ++++. Existing attributes

Force (STR) Speed ​​(VEL) Resistance (RES) Intelligence (INT) Strategy (EST) Battle Intelligence (B.IQ)

Nerds

STR -- VEL - RES --- INT ++ EST ++++ IQ.B +

Bullies

STR ++++ VEL -- RES ++ INT -- EST --- IQ.B +-

Predators

STR + VEL ++++ RES +- INT + EST +++ IQ.B ++

Popular

STR++ VEL + RES +- INT +- EST + IQ.B ++

Emos/Goths

STR - VEL ++ RES - INT + EST +- IQ.B +

Chaotic

STR++ VEL ++++ RES ++ INT +- EST -- IQ.B ++

Repeat offenders

STR +++ VEL +- RES ++ INT + EST +- IQ.B ++++

Parasites

STR -- VEL + RES -- INT - EST ++ IQ.B +-

Displaced ??? (Unknown and random values)

Displaced: Completely varied appearance and no defined identity, ranging from ordinary and forgettable students to strange or out-of-context cases. They mainly include newcomers—anyone who has just arrived automatically falls into this category. They act neutrally or indecisively, still trying to understand the dynamics of the school, and may avoid conflict or react unpredictably when pressured. They are there for any possible reason, from the most banal to the most absurd. They interact little with fixed groups at the beginning, being ignored, tested, or used; over time, they end up being pulled into some faction… or become something unexpected within the Serpentine.

Nerds: generally thin or sloppy, with dark circles under their eyes, heavy backpacks, and strange hidden equipment. They wear glasses (sometimes broken), improvised lab coats, or clothes stained with chemicals/paint. They act in a calculating manner, avoid direct confrontation, and prefer to manipulate situations from behind, creating improvised weapons, substances, and illegal schemes within the school. They interact using other groups as "tests" or protection, mainly bullies, and tend to negotiate instead of fighting.

Bullies: physically more imposing, aggressive posture, simple clothing (tank top, sweatshirt, baggy uniform). They often bear the marks of fights and travel in groups. They act impulsively, dominate through intimidation and brute force, enjoy provoking and initiating conflicts. They interact directly: they respect strength, despise weakness, and are frequently manipulated by more intelligent groups without realizing it.

Repeaters: older (20+), tired or disheveled appearance, some with beards, tattoos, or a more adult style. They walk calmly and confidently, as if they've seen it all before. They act with experience, avoid unnecessary conflicts, but when they do get involved, they are efficient. They interact with all groups with a certain respect or disdain, know the school's systems, and are rarely caught in trouble.

Parasites: Variable appearance, but they generally stay close to someone stronger or more influential. They don't possess a strong identity of their own. They act seeking protection and advantage, avoid risks, and easily switch sides. They interact by adapting to the dominant group around them, sucking up, betraying, or disappearing when the situation worsens.

Emos/Goths: dark clothes, makeup, heavy accessories, closed or indifferent expression. Some are thin and silent, others more intense and unstable. They act introspectively, but can explode emotionally at specific moments. They interact little, but observe everything; when they come into conflict, they tend to be more dangerous than they appear.

Popular types: well-groomed, stylish, or flashy appearance, always in groups. They can range from athletic to elegant or modern. They act by controlling reputation, influence, and image within the school. They are not always the strongest, but they know who is. They interact by leading, manipulating socially, and maintaining status, often connecting different groups.

Chaotic: unpredictable appearance — mixed-up clothes, strange behavior, exaggerated expressions. They may laugh at inappropriate times or act illogically. They act without pattern, initiating conflicts for fun or irrelevant reasons. They interact by breaking all expectations, being difficult to manipulate or predict, and frequently disrupting even the predators' plans.

Group Combat Style — Serpentine

Conflicts and fights are commonplace in the Serpentine, so in order for each group to survive, they had to adapt in some way.

Nerds They rarely engage in direct combat. They prefer to use traps, improvised weapons, and equipment they create themselves, which is almost always non-lethal. They fight through planning, environmental control, and strategy. In pure physical confrontations, they are usually at a disadvantage.

Bullies Brute force and constant pressure. They resolve everything through physical impact, intimidation, and resistance. They don't usually think much during fights, relying on aggression and physical dominance.

Predators Technical and efficient fighters. They use speed, intelligence, and combat awareness to end conflicts quickly. They avoid wasting movement and rarely fight without an advantage.

Popular Many have experience in more formal or elite martial arts. Their styles tend to be more refined, flashy, and visually impressive. They like to maintain composure and image even during conflicts, turning fights almost into demonstrations.

Emos/Goths They don't often get into conflict, but when they do, they fight without regard for honor or appearance. They use unexpected objects, environments, and blows. They are emotionally unpredictable and often ignore boundaries during confrontations.

Chaotic They fight without a fixed pattern. They mix speed, strength, improvisation, and battle intelligence in a completely erratic way. They can prolong a fight for fun or end it immediately for no apparent reason. Not even other groups can predict their actions.

Repeat offenders Experienced and pragmatic. They possess high physical strength, but prefer to use combat reading and experience instead of impulsive aggression. They fight like people accustomed to real conflict.

Parasites They avoid direct combat. When they fight, they use numerical advantage, distractions, or unfair methods. They take no pride in confrontation and prioritize survival above any reputation.

Displaced Unpredictable. Because they don't yet have a defined identity within the school, they can demonstrate any fighting style, from complete inexperience to skills absurdly beyond expectations. This makes the Displaced the most difficult students to analyze.

POPULAR:

Name: Bruno Carvalho Age: 18 Gender: Male Nationality: American Group: Popular Appearance: Stylish, always well-dressed, confident posture. Personality: Charismatic and influential, knows how to connect with any group. Prioritizes his image above all else. STR: ++ INT: + IQ.B: +

Name: Júlia Ferraz Age: 18 Gender: Female Nationality: Argentina Group: Popular Appearance: Eye-catching look, always well-groomed, striking presence. Personality: Sociable and strategic, controls rumors and reputations. Knows exactly what to say and when. INT: + EST: ++ VEL: +

Name: Camila Duarte Age: 18 Gender: Female Nationality: Austria Group: Popular Appearance: Elegant, confident expression, always surrounded by people. Personality: Socially dominant, likes to be in control. Influences decisions without appearing to do so. INT: ++ EST: + RES: +

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CHAOTIC:

Name: Icarus “Laughter” Age: 18 Gender: Male Nationality: Russia Group: Chaotic Appearance: Disheveled clothes, a constant smile, and a strange look. Personality: Unpredictable and unstable, acts without apparent logic. May laugh in tense situations and start conflicts for pure entertainment. STR: ++ RES: + VEL: +++ IQ.B: ++ EST: -- INT: +

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REPEAT OFFENDERS: Name: Marcelo “Velho” Antunes Age: 21 Gender: Male Nationality: Mexican Group: Repeaters Appearance: Light beard, tired look, relaxed posture. Personality: Experienced and observant, avoids unnecessary conflicts. Only gets into a fight when it's worthwhile, and usually wins. STR: ++ IQ.B: ++++ RES: ++ INT: +

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NERDS:

Name: Lucas Freire Age: 18 Gender: Male Height: 174cm Nationality: Portugal Group: Nerds Appearance: Thin, hunched posture, cracked glasses, stained clothes, and a backpack full of equipment. Personality: Intelligent and calculating, speaks little and observes a lot. Manipulates situations and people, avoids direct confrontation, but is always in control from behind the scenes. INT: ++ EST: ++++ VEL: +

NERDS (Continued):

Name: Helena Voss Age: 18 Height: 157cm Gender: Female Nationality: South Korea Group: Nerds Appearance: Messy tied-back hair, tired look, simple clothes with chemical and dye stains. Personality: Cold, direct, and extremely logical. Has no patience for other people's emotions and sees people as tools or variables. INT: +++ EST: ++ VEL: +

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BULLIES:

Name: Diego Rocha Age: 18 Gender: Male Height: 181cm Nationality: Brazil Group: Bullies Appearance: Tall, strong, short hair, several scars, and a perpetually irritated expression. Personality: Aggressive and impulsive, solves everything by force. Doesn't think much before acting and only respects those who can stand up to him. STR: +++ RES: ++ VEL: - INT: - IQ.B: +

Name: Bruno “Brutus” Alves Age: 18 Gender: Male Height: 180cm Nationality: American Group: Bullies Appearance: Very muscular, black man, shaved head, body covered in fight scars. Personality: Violent and dominant, enjoys instilling fear. Speaks little, but acts quickly when provoked. STR: +++ RES: ++ IQ.B: ++

Name: Karina Lopes Age: 18 Gender: Female Height: 179cm Nationality: Europe Group: Bullies Appearance: Athletic, hair tied back, defiant gaze, always with a posture ready for a fight. Personality: Provocative and competitive, enjoys testing others. Doesn't back down easily and gets into conflicts due to pride. STR: +++ VEL: ++ RES: + IQ.B: +

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PREDATORS:

Name: Rafael Drummond Age: 18 Gender: Male Height: 177cm Nationality: Brazil Group: Predators Appearance: Well-groomed, confident posture, always alert gaze. Personality: Manipulative and strategic, rarely acts without planning. Controls situations without directly exposing himself. STR: ++ VEL: +++ INT: ++ IQ.B: + EST: +++

PREDATORS (Continued):

Name: Victor Hale Age: 18 Gender: Male Height: 178cm Nationality: French Group: Predators Appearance: Elegant, calm expression, discreetly intimidating presence. Personality: Cold and calculating, speaks little and observes everything. Prefers to win without having to fight. VEL: ++ EST: ++ INT: +++ IQ.B: +

Name: Laura Medeiros Age: 18 Gender: Female Height: 172cm Nationality: German Group: Predators Appearance: Impeccable look, penetrating gaze, always composed. Personality: Socially manipulative, she controls people with words and presence. She never loses emotional control. VEL: + INT: +++ EST: +++

Name: Bianca Sartori Age: 18 Gender: Female Height: 159cm Nationality: Japanese Group: Predators Appearance: Innocent-looking at first glance, but with a sharp gaze. Personality: Deceptive and strategic, she uses her own image to manipulate. Underestimation is her greatest weapon. VEL: ++ EST: +++ INT: ++ IQ.B: ++

EMOS/GOTHICS:

Name: Luna Carvalho Age: 18 Gender: Female Height: 160cm Nationality: European Group: Emos/Goths Appearance: Dark hair, heavy makeup, black clothing, and metallic accessories. Personality: Quiet and introspective, observes everything around her. Can be cold or intense depending on the situation. STR + RES + INT +

Name: Mirela Vant Age: 18 Gender: Female Height: 166 Nationality: Russia Group: Emos/Goths Appearance: More elaborate gothic look, distant expression. Personality: Emotionally unstable, alternating between deep calm and intense outbursts. Difficult to predict. STR++ RES - INT + IQ.B +

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DISPLACED:

Name: Sofia Azevedo Age: 18 Gender: Female Height: 158cm Nationality: Brazil Group: Displaced persons Appearance: Young and pretty girl, Ashy blonde curly hair, Tanned/Dark skin, simple uniform, somewhat insecure and shy demeanor. Personality: Observant and cautious, still trying to understand her surroundings. May seem weak, but reacts unexpectedly when pressured.

Bathrooms:

What's in this area? Bathrooms are scattered throughout all the blocks, with varying levels of repair. Flow: Average, but with rapid peaks. Territory: Contested and variable: Bullies dominate some Chaotic things appear without pattern. More isolated areas are used by any group.

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Vertical Structure (Stairs):

What's in this area? Wide and narrow staircases connecting the floors. Flow: High between class changes. Territory: Temporarily controlled by groups. Repeat offenders know the flow better and use that to their advantage.

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Abandoned Areas:

What's in this area? Closed rooms, rarely used corridors, and old structures. Flow: Very low. Territory: Multiple "owners": Nerds use them for experiments. Chaotic events appear frequently. Predators use it for discreet encounters.

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Outdoor Area:

What's in this area? Large patio, open spaces, and more secluded areas in the back. Flow: Variable. Territory: Mixed: Populars and Bullies in open areas Funds used by more discreet groups

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Administration:

What's in this area? Board of Directors, Coordination, and Archives. Flow: Low and controlled. Territory: Teachers and administration. Students only enter when necessary.

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Roof:

What's in this area? Open area, limited access, technical parts of the structure. Flow: Very low. Territory: Predators and Repeaters occasionally use this location. Chaotic creatures appear. This location is used for important or isolated encounters.

Serpentine Structure (4 levels: Ground floor, 1st, 2nd floor and Roof)

Main Building (Academic):

What's in this area? Standard classrooms, secretary's office, principal's office (ground floor), teachers' room, lockers along the hallways. Flow: Very high. All the students pass by here daily. Territory: Popular kids socially dominate the main hallways. Predators roam freely. Bullies occupy areas near the lockers. Misfits are more common here at the beginning.

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Scientific Block:

What's in this area? Chemistry, biology, and physics laboratories, storage rooms, locked rooms, and various equipment. Flow: Medium/low. Mostly attended during specific classes. Territory: Nerds almost completely dominate. Predators appear for specific interests. Other groups enter cautiously.

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Sports Block:

What's in this area? Indoor court, outdoor training area, locker rooms and bleachers. Flow: Loud, especially during class time or breaks. Territory: Bullies dominate the majority of the territory. Some Predators utilize the space. Populars appear during moments of visibility.

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Cultural Block:

What's in this area? Library, reading rooms and art room. Flow: Medium. More controlled and quiet. Territory: Emos/Goths are more prevalent. Nerds use the library. Popular kids show up occasionally.

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Central Cafeteria:

What's in this area? Spacious tables, kitchen, and distribution area. Flow: Very loud at specific times. Territory: Informally divided: Popular groups occupy central areas. Bullies stay in visible groups. Nerds and Emos become more isolated. Predators roam among all