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Post by Super Communist on Nov 22, 2011 16:55:31 GMT -5
 Warthogs range in size from 0.91 to 1.5 m (3.0 to 4.9 ft) in length and 50 to 75 kg (110 to 170 lb) in weight. A warthog is identifiable by the two pairs of tusks protruding from the mouth and curving upwards. The lower pair, which is far shorter than the upper pair, becomes razor sharp by rubbing against the upper pair every time the mouth is opened and closed. The upper canine teeth can grow to 23 cm (9.1 in), and are of a squashed circle shape in cross section, almost rectangular, being about 4.5 cm (1.8 in) deep and 2.5 cm (0.98 in) wide. The tusk will curve 90 degrees or more from the root, and the tusk will not lie flat on a table, as it curves somewhat backwards as it grows. The tusks are used for digging, for combat with other hogs, and in defence against predators—the lower set can inflict severe wounds. Warthog ivory is taken from the constantly growing canine teeth. The tusks, more often the upper set, are worked much in the way of elephant tusks with all designs scaled down. Tusks are carved predominantly for the tourist trade in East and Southern Africa. The head of the warthog is large with a mane that goes down the spine to the middle of the back. There is sparse hair covering the body. Color is usually black or brown. Tails are long and end with a tuft of hair. Common warthogs do not have subcutaneous fat and the coat is sparse, making them suceptible to extreme environmental temperatures. The male is called a boar, the female a sow, and the young piglets. vs  The Cro-Magnon (i/kroʊˈmænjən/ or US pronunciation: /kroʊˈmæɡnən/; French [kʁomaɲɔ̃]) were the first early modern humans (early Homo sapiens sapiens) of the European Upper Paleolithic. The earliest known remains of Cro-Magnon-like humans are radiometrically dated to 35,000 years before present. Cro-Magnons were robustly built and powerful. The body was generally heavy and solid with a strong musculature. The forehead was straight, with slight browridges and a tall forehead. Cro-Magnons were the first humans (genus Homo) to have a prominent chin. The brain capacity was about 1,600 cc (100 cubic inches), larger than the average for modern humans. |
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Post by Deinobrontornis on Nov 22, 2011 17:21:20 GMT -5
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Post by Deinobrontornis on Nov 22, 2011 20:06:55 GMT -5
A warthog possesses sharp tusks that make it risky for even leopards and lions to fight it. A human has a brain which can plan out a method of attack, as well as arms to manipulate its opponent. However, since humans have a relatively fragile build and lack sharp teeth or claws, it will probably need a good size advantage to win. I would say a 100 kg (220.5 lb.) human specimen should be sufficient to dispatch a 70 kg (154.25 lb.) warthog.
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Post by jumbo on May 20, 2012 21:14:23 GMT -5
If the man can grab a spear he can win. Otherwise the pig is too bulky and tough-skinned for the man to do anything without getting gravely injured.
On a personal level, suids are one of the few animals I favor over apes and humans. I don't think we're capable of doing a whole lot to boars except maybe crush its snout with a rock.
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Post by Anomonyous on May 20, 2012 21:56:58 GMT -5
If the match description does not include it, I take it there are no weapons. Otherwise a human could easily win against a bear with a .50 cal antimaterial rifle or something.
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Post by Ultimategrid on May 20, 2012 23:42:38 GMT -5
I'm sorry, I agree with all of your point except this.
Your bias towards apes is kind of overpowering. Apes have thin skin, no claws, and most lack true predatory instinct.
A big cat, bear, large dog, python, crocodile, hell even a determined komodo dragon would mop the floor with a gorilla.
Although I will admit that apes are underrated, they are not nearly as powerful as you make them out to be.
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Post by mobster on Dec 30, 2012 19:13:26 GMT -5
You are so right! How dare I support such weak, chump animal like apes against invincible superpredators like predators like felines, bears, and snakes? How dare I support such a pudgy, dumb animal that has no claws or predatory instinct. How dare I? It's blasphemy! Some needs to execute me to save the world from my pro-ape idiocy.
Ok alright. Jokes aside, the warthog is too short, well-armed, and thick-skinned for an unarmed Cro Magnon man most of the time.. You're right about that.
But if the Cro Magnon has a weapon like Paleolithic blades, flint dagger, or a hand Ax, he will win. Even the pig's thick skin won't stand up to that.
I may also add that on Monster Quest, a guy grabbed a pig by the back legs, it was unable to turn around to gore him. Possibly another way for the Cro Magnon to win.
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