Lampyridae

Name: Lampyridae
Classification: Monster
Level: Single [1] Swarm [4-10]
Habitat: Marshes, Bogs
Lifespan: 5 months

Uses:

• Upon aggravation, the lampyridae will burst into flame, providing a good source for fire.
• When worked up or during harvesting, the lampyridae will often glow in a way appealing to most humanoids.

Player:

• Players can roleplay single lampyridae.
• The ONPC writers roleplay lampyridae.
• The Aides play lampyridae on the Sentients account.

Description:

Lampyridae are small beetles that are sometimes known to glow in the dark. Like bees, they live in hives or nests in wetland areas where they feed on the soft greenery at water level. A queen produces the eggs but is usually buried so deep within the nest she's never seen. Instead, it is the workers and soldiers that are seen hovering over the water and grass and that light the night sky with specks of low light as they feed.

Lampyridae do not fear other creatures nor steer clear of them. They have actually been known to land on humanoids deep within the marsh and as long as they do not feel threatened, they are harmless.

Abilities:

Like many small bugs, a single lampyridae can cause little to no harm. When aggravated or threatened, the small bug will burst into flame as a defensive mechanism but a single lampyridae can only leave the slightest burn upon the flesh. If a swarm is threatened, however, or they feel the need to protect their nest, the lampyridae will chase after their target. Only one need ignite to cause a chain reaction and set the entire swarm alight, causing a great deal of damage. If a person is caught in such a swarm they can suffer third degree burns and, without fast treatment, die from their injuries.

Weaknesses:

A lampyridae cannot control their defensive reaction. Any slightest irritation or threat will set them off. Unfortunately, this defense also kills them instantly.