Sand Strider
An insectoid mount beloved for its reliability. Its hard chitin armor protects a thin, bioluminescent body. While its large, flat, feet allow it to quickly traverse even the most unsure footing of the sands of the desert.
Armor and defense
The outside chitin armor of the Sand Strider is its strongest and near only defence against predators. Seemingly dense, the armor is actually rather hollow, making it light, buoyant, and breathable in the desert heat.
Its mandibles are sharp and strong, made for consuming any manner of food it can find in the desert wastes.
Sensors
The multi-lensed eyes of the Sand Strider allow it to see in a plethora of environments, both in the blinding sun, in the pitch black of the underground, and even underwater.
Most useful to it though are the bottoms of its feet which can detect vibrations in the ground it walks on. And the antennae on its head which it uses to detect heat and smell.
Nickname
Striders
Rarity
Uncommon (mount) Extremely rare (Cobalt/Cosmic variants)
Height
4-7 feet from toe to antennae
Cargo & Passenger Capacity
The Sand Striders are favored for both their speed and their dexterity on multiple surfaces. Though it can carry a few saddle bags of supplies, trade or caravan use is discouraged as excessive weight can lead to health issues with its feet
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