| Giant Sundew | Solitary, Large, Hoarder | |
| Sticky tendrils (d4 damage 1 piercing) | 16 HP | 0 armor |
| Far | ||
| Special Qualities: Plant, Sticky, acidic globs of sap, Mssile and fire based attacks will only do 1/2 damage | ||
Unlike its smaller cousin, this plant is almost sentient, being slightly aware of its surroundings. Preferring shaded, cool places to grow, the giant sundew grows only roots to lightly anchor it in place. Furthermore, it may at will with- draw these roots and pull itself along the ground with its sticky tendrils. It primarily derives its sustenance from the prey it catches. Giant sundews appear as 3 to 4’ large mounds of gray-green tarry ropes or rags. Areas where they are found are often heavily insect infested. If found in a closed area, the air will often have a thick odor like sweet syrup. These tendrils may be broken on a DEFY DANGER+STR roll for each character. Failure to due so may cause a character to eventually be engulfed and suffocated. The sap is mildly acidic but will dissolve and become harmless if soaked with vinegar or alcohol (such as wine). Due to the plant’s sticky exterior, missile and fire based attacks will only do 1/2 damage.
Instinct: Consume
- Trap in sap
- Engulf prey and suffocate
- Collect shiny things
| Aspis Larvae Swarm | Solitary, Tiny | |
| Bites (w[2d10-2] damage) | 12 HP | 0 armor |
| Hand | ||
Considered unfathomable by humans, aspis are seldom encountered in populated lands unless raiding for food. They commonly live in small groups, tending to their own business and only occasionally dealing with outsiders. Few people can report of ever meeting one of these creatures, and the existence of larva and cows is only a subject of rumor. These do exist, however, as they are necessary for the survival of the race. Aspis lairs are found underground and consist of sloping tunnels bored through soft rock or dirt. A lair or nest will consist of 1-3 egg chambers, 2-4 rooms for food storage, 1-3 grub hatcheries, and a central chamber. The tunnels are commonly about 4’ high and will be well defended by traps and guards. The grub hatcheries will contain a larvae swarm each. Only one cow will be found in any nest. Aspis larvae are the offspring of the nest. Ranging anywhere from 1%’ to 3’ in length, they resemble fat, white grubs. They are blind and deaf but can locate and identify other creatures through vibrations and scent. They have voracious appetites and require an almost constant supply of food. They are most commonly found in hatcheries maintained by the drones - usually pits of rotting materials in which the larvae swim or burrow and feed. Occasionally the drones will select one larva and feed and treat it in such a way that it will not develop along normal lines, but will instead become an aspis cow.
Instinct: Devour
| Aspis Cow | Solitary, Large, Organized, Intelligent, Hoarder | |
| Bite (w[2d10] damage) | 16 HP | 0 armor |
| Near | ||
Considered unfathomable by humans, aspis are seldom encountered in populated lands unless raiding for food. They commonly live in small groups, tending to their own business and only occasionally dealing with outsiders. Few people can report of ever meeting one of these creatures, and the existence of larva and cows is only a subject of rumor. These do exist, however, as they are necessary for the survival of the race. Unlike other larvae who harden their skins and metamorphose into drones, the cows retain their larval form, becoming huge and bloated females, 10’ to 15’ in length. Their sole purpose in life is to lay eggs for the nest. They are sluggish creatures, but their large size makes their bite dangerous. In addition, their skin exudes a milky acidic slime which causes 1d4d if touched. If killed the surviving drones will abandon the Hive and move to another location with any remaining larvae and create a new Apsis Cow and Hive.
Instinct: Feeds
- Creates the Hive
- Summon drones
- Command drones
| Aspis Drone | Group, Organized, Cautious, Hoarder | |
| Multiple small weapons (d8 damage 1 piercing) | 6 HP | 4 armor |
| Close, Near | ||
| Special Qualities: Immune to electrical and cold, 1/2 damage from fire-based attacks | ||
Considered unfathomable by humans, aspis are seldom encountered in populated lands unless raiding for food. They commonly live in small groups, tending to their own business and only occasionally dealing with outsiders. Few people can report of ever meeting one of these creatures, and the existence of larva and cows is only a subject of rumor. These do exist, however, as they are necessary for the survival of the race. Drones are 6’ long and appear to be giant weevils. They have an extremely long proboscis and multi- faceted eyes. Their diet consists of vegetable matter and meat. Blood is a preferred drink amongst them. Aspis drone are the adult males of the nest and perform all functions dealing with the outside world. These creatures lack individual identity even to the point of not having personal names. Fierce warriors, they are capable of using all weapons but bows, and can fashion items they need with skill. Although they prefer to travel on all six legs, in combat they will stand on their hind legs, using the other four to wield two weapons and two shields. They are fanatically loyal to a single cow and will defend her to the death. They are immune to electrical and cold attacks and will only take 1/2 damage from fire-based attacks Aspis drones speak their own language and 5% will be able to speak common. They do not have a written language per se, but may communicate in a similar manner by using subtle scents and perfumes
Instinct: Elminate intruders
- Serve the Hive
- Alert the Hive
- Feed the Apsis Hive Cow
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