[z3n]

Of all places in an area with a village specializing in trade on the Silk Road. ~~~ It actually makes sense though. The mutation may have languaged in a few pockets if not for the trade routes.

[GaltAdonis]

“…mutation may have languaged…”

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Did your mean to type: ‘languished’?
Did dang demonic Autocorrect claim another victim here? /sarc

[Red Badger]

IOW, it came from CHINA!........................

[Dr. Sivana]

I had seen that image you posted before, but didn't really know what it meant. Perplexity AI gave a GREAT answer:

This image is a famous historical illustration of a plague doctor, a physician who treated victims of the bubonic plague in Europe, especially during the 17th century. The distinctive outfit—long overcoat, gloves, wide-brimmed hat, and most notably, the mask with a long beak—was designed both to protect the doctor from disease and to signal their role to the public.

Symbolism and Meaning:
The Beak Mask: The beak was often filled with aromatic herbs, flowers, or spices. At the time, it was believed that diseases were spread by “bad air” (miasma theory), and pleasant smells would protect the wearer from infection.

The Stick: The stick allowed the doctor to examine or direct patients without touching them, maintaining physical distance.

Long Robe and Gloves: Made from waxed fabric or leather, these were intended to minimize skin exposure and possible disease transmission.

Hat: Signified the status of a physician.

Translation of the French Caption:
"Habit des Médecins, et autres personnes qui visitent les Pestiférés. Il est de maroquin de Levant, le masque a les yeux de cristal, et un long nez rempli de parfums."

Translation:
"Outfit of the doctors, and other people who visit the plague-stricken. It is made of Levantine morocco [leather], the mask has crystal eyes, and a long nose filled with perfumes."

[Texan5]

I think you mean “languished”-as in existing in miserable conditions or being neglected. Can we please refrain from the use of autocomplete when posting? It does not know how to construct a sentence that makes any sense...