Mantigon (Zatarmantidae) 

The mantigon is a formidable insect-like creature that is sure to send shivers down the spine of any adventurer. These creatures exhibit a distinctive morphology, walking on four legs while possessing two arms designed to immobilize their target and mandibles to kill it.

Originating from the southern regions of the Zatara Jungle, mantigons have earned a fearsome reputation as ruthless predators, sparing virtually nothing in their relentless pursuit of prey. Their preferred tactic involves capturing their target and consuming it while it’s still alive, adding to their sinister reputation.

The mantigon’s terrifying nature has led to the creation of stories among children, with tales of these creatures used to instill fear and dread of the wildnes. For those who have encountered mantigons, it is well understood that facing them alone poses an exceptionally high level of danger.

Appearance: These green mantis creatures stand at an impressive 9 feet (2.7 meters) in height. Their bodies are encased in chitin armor plates, encompassing their entire form, except for their joints. At the top of their bodies, they sport large heads with mandibles the size of arms, and their eyes occupy a substantial portion of the head’s surface. Their torsos are elongated and slender, with arms attached about a third of the way down and four legs along the lower portion. These legs are spread quite wide apart to provide stability, and their arms have protrusions resembling bumps that help secure their prey.

Statistics: B7 S2 M5 W3 L27 Ev8 T3 D10 A3

Skills: Athletics +5

Abilities:

• Immobilise – The creature attempts to grapple their target, then promptly commences devouring it, inflicting D10 damage + Body. In the presence of other creatures attacking it, the Mantigon may opt to retreat with its prey in tow. For those who fail to escape, they continue to suffer damage each turn as the predator feeds upon them.

• Nimble – Creature can attempt to dodge one attack per turn for free.