Borer Beetles «Zarn»

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Creature Metadata

Reported By
James M. Ward and Gary Jaquet
Source
1st Edition
Role
Monster - Boss
Base Stock
Bettle
MCC Stat Block
Zarn 'Borer Beetles' (1d6 (3)): Init +3; atk spit +2 (1d3, 20') and bite melee -1 (1d3-3); AC 13; HD 5D7 hp 20 each; MV Fly 40' ; 1d20; SV Fort -2, Ref +0, Will -3
Mutations
(P) Paralytic Poison I16(M) Teleportation

Combat & Physical Stats

Number Appearing
1d6
Morale
13
Hit Dice
HD 5D7
Armor
3 (AC 13)
Size
Tiny .3 Meters
Movement
MV Fly 40'
Attack
Spit +2 (1d3, 20')
Bite melee -1 (1d3-3)

Ability Scores

MS:
2
PS:
2
IN:
2
DX:
11
CH:
2
CN:
5

Ecology & Logistics

Frequency
Uncomon
Organization
Swarm
Activity Cycle
Day
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Any
Tech Level
0 - 0
Artifacts
None

Description (Initial Observations): The zarn or "boring beetle" is an insect about 10 centimeters in length with an orange carapace, black limbs and underside.

Behavior & Society

Reactions
No known interactions
Behavior
They will attack anything regarless of size, spitting an Intensity 16 paralytic contact poison up to 6 meters. Victims must make poison check for each successful attack until it is washed off. Zarns can teleport 60 meters once per round of combat and usually do so immediately after each attack. One a victim is paralyzed a Zarn will bore (2d6 damage) into their skulls and lay 1d10+4 eggs. Eggs will hatch in 48 hours unless surgically removed. Newly hatched Zarns immediately eat the remains of their eggs and all surrounding tissue. Zarn Poison remains effective for 1d6 hours.
Repair & Healing
Behavior not recorded
Society
Zarn are found thoughtout Gamma Terra and are considered dangerous vermin to be wiped out. They're most common in wilderness areas, but they've been known to infest more civilized parts before their presence is discovered.

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