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[[File:Scorpion - Tortoise (001).jpg|center|thumb|750x750px|Scorpion - Tortoise (Galapagos)(001)]] | |||
== Nickname: Foot Mangler == | |||
'''<big>Scorpion Power: Venomous Barbed tail and Pincers</big>''' | |||
'''<big>Tortoise Power: Tough Shell</big>''' | |||
== Comboanimals Fun bit of Information == | |||
<blockquote>The encounter between humans and the Foot Mangler can be quite distressing. Despite its small size, this creature possesses an intimidating presence that strikes fear into the hearts of those who cross its path. When threatened or cornered, the Foot Mangler's natural instincts kick in, triggering its defensive mechanisms. Its venomous stinger becomes its primary weapon, inflicting a painful sting upon anyone unfortunate enough to provoke it</blockquote> | |||
== Comboanimals Folklore == | |||
<blockquote>The Foot Mangler's hard shell poses a significant challenge for those attempting to exterminate it. The shell's incredible resilience renders traditional methods of eradication, such as stomping or crushing, largely ineffective. This formidable defence mechanism has only strengthened the creature's mythical reputation, as stories of its invincibility have been widely retold.</blockquote> | |||
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<blockquote>The | |||
== Physical description == | == Physical description == | ||
A tortoise with the legs, stinger and pincers of a scorpion. | <blockquote>A tortoise with the legs, stinger and pincers of a scorpion. | ||
Some can grow up to 1.2m in length and weigh up to 417 kg making when fully grown potentially 6 times bigger than the average adult human. | Some can grow up to 1.2m in length and weigh up to 417 kg making when fully grown potentially 6 times bigger than the average adult human.</blockquote> | ||
== Comboanimal Information == | == Comboanimal Information == | ||
It boasts a large, heavily armored shell similar to that of a tortoise, which serves as its primary | <blockquote>It boasts a large, heavily armored shell similar to that of a tortoise, which serves as its primary defence mechanism. The shell is covered in thick, rough plates that offer unparalleled protection against external threats. From beneath this protective shell, the creature's long, segmented tail extends, ending with a venomous stinger reminiscent of a scorpion. The stinger is equipped with a potent toxin that can cause excruciating pain and discomfort to those unlucky enough to be on the receiving end. | ||
When it comes to behaviour, the Foot Mangler is known for its solitary nature. It spends most of its time prowling through grassy meadows and lush gardens, searching for its preferred diet of grass and flowers. Due to its insatiable appetite for vegetation, it often finds its way into people's gardens, much to the surprise and dismay of unsuspecting homeowners. This inadvertent journey into human territory brings the Foot Mangler into close contact with people, leading to potential conflicts. | |||
If they charge you they can run up to 24mph and can climb up trees. They cannot swim so if you want to avoid one you should get into water | If they charge you they can run up to 24mph and can climb up trees. They cannot swim so if you want to avoid one you should get into water | ||
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Location: from southern North America to southern South America, around the Mediterranean basin, across Eurasia to Southeast Asia, in sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and some Pacific islands. | Location: from southern North America to southern South America, around the Mediterranean basin, across Eurasia to Southeast Asia, in sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and some Pacific islands. | ||
Ratings Reasoning: High deadly rating when considering its deadly stinger and formidable shell</blockquote> | |||
High deadly rating when considering its deadly stinger and formidable shell | |||
== Comboanimals Statistics == | |||
<blockquote>'''Type: poisonous''' | |||
'''Animal Characteristics. (1 = Scorpion, 2 = Tortoise)''' | |||
'''Size = 2, Strength = 2, Speed = 1, Agility = 1, Attack = 1, Defence = 2, Intelligence = 1, Fly = 1, Swim = 1, Climb = 1.''' | |||
'''Adaptability: 74/100''' | |||
'''Deadly Rating: 80/100''' | |||
'''Cute Rating: 5/100''' | |||
'''Friendly Rating: 13/100''' | |||
'''Cool Rating: 75/100'''</blockquote> | |||
[[Category:Poisonous / Venomous]] | [[Category:Poisonous / Venomous]] | ||
[[Category:Venomous]] | [[Category:Venomous]] | ||
Latest revision as of 14:52, 14 October 2024
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Nickname: Foot Mangler
Scorpion Power: Venomous Barbed tail and Pincers
Tortoise Power: Tough Shell
Comboanimals Fun bit of Information
The encounter between humans and the Foot Mangler can be quite distressing. Despite its small size, this creature possesses an intimidating presence that strikes fear into the hearts of those who cross its path. When threatened or cornered, the Foot Mangler's natural instincts kick in, triggering its defensive mechanisms. Its venomous stinger becomes its primary weapon, inflicting a painful sting upon anyone unfortunate enough to provoke it
Comboanimals Folklore
The Foot Mangler's hard shell poses a significant challenge for those attempting to exterminate it. The shell's incredible resilience renders traditional methods of eradication, such as stomping or crushing, largely ineffective. This formidable defence mechanism has only strengthened the creature's mythical reputation, as stories of its invincibility have been widely retold.
Physical description
A tortoise with the legs, stinger and pincers of a scorpion. Some can grow up to 1.2m in length and weigh up to 417 kg making when fully grown potentially 6 times bigger than the average adult human.
Comboanimal Information
It boasts a large, heavily armored shell similar to that of a tortoise, which serves as its primary defence mechanism. The shell is covered in thick, rough plates that offer unparalleled protection against external threats. From beneath this protective shell, the creature's long, segmented tail extends, ending with a venomous stinger reminiscent of a scorpion. The stinger is equipped with a potent toxin that can cause excruciating pain and discomfort to those unlucky enough to be on the receiving end.
When it comes to behaviour, the Foot Mangler is known for its solitary nature. It spends most of its time prowling through grassy meadows and lush gardens, searching for its preferred diet of grass and flowers. Due to its insatiable appetite for vegetation, it often finds its way into people's gardens, much to the surprise and dismay of unsuspecting homeowners. This inadvertent journey into human territory brings the Foot Mangler into close contact with people, leading to potential conflicts.
If they charge you they can run up to 24mph and can climb up trees. They cannot swim so if you want to avoid one you should get into water
Diet: Herbivore
Habitat: lush green fields
Location: from southern North America to southern South America, around the Mediterranean basin, across Eurasia to Southeast Asia, in sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and some Pacific islands.
Ratings Reasoning: High deadly rating when considering its deadly stinger and formidable shell
Comboanimals Statistics
Type: poisonous
Animal Characteristics. (1 = Scorpion, 2 = Tortoise)
Size = 2, Strength = 2, Speed = 1, Agility = 1, Attack = 1, Defence = 2, Intelligence = 1, Fly = 1, Swim = 1, Climb = 1.
Adaptability: 74/100
Deadly Rating: 80/100
Cute Rating: 5/100
Friendly Rating: 13/100
Cool Rating: 75/100