Praying Slug

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Praying Slug
Base Information
Classification Scavenger/hijacker
Terrain Unknown
Locomotion Walker
Size 5.0m, 400kg
Speed Unknown
Strength Unknown
Social Structure Single
Weapons Unknown
Armor Unknown
Source
Homeworld Mirabilis (Solomani Rim 1332)
Multi-world Yes
Canon No
Extinct Extant
Reference JTAS Online


This large, roaming carnivore has the antennae and lower body of a giant slug, the torso of a praying mantis, and the head of a beetle.

Praying Slug (Creature) Physiology & Ecology[edit]

Its strong natural biopolymer protects the upper half of its body while its eyes and antenna on head on stalks that permit the beast to sense in all directions. The praying slug is adept at tunneling, able to hack its way through dirt, often cutting through to nests of worms and snakes.

Praying Slug (Creature) Life Cycle & Reproduction[edit]

n/a

Praying Slug (Creature) Diet & Trophics[edit]

Other than being an obligate carnivore, little else is known about the dietary habits of the Praying Slug.

Praying Slug (Creature) History & Background (Dossier)[edit]

Very little is known about the history of the Praying Slug other than its homeworld is Mirabilis (Solomani Rim 1332).

Praying Slug (Creature) TAS Advisory[edit]

n/a

Praying Slug (Creature) References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]

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  • Periodical: (JTAS Online 924)
  • Author & Contributor: Eric Funk