Description:
The Blood Snail presents a dangerous encounter to the unwary adventurer. In some ways it resembles the forest snails you have seen on the rocks near streams. However, the elongated body of the adult is slightly larger than man-size! At one end, the body ends in a bulbous sack with green tendrils hugging the body. The other end is a rosy colored, segmented rounded tip.
The creature is primarily found in temperate forests and tropical jungle environments. It often makes its home near small running water sources, particularly pools and catch basin. The water sources attract animals to the snail's domain. Capable of nearly silent movement through light underbrush and leaf covered forest floors, the Blood Snail often lies in wait for its prey. Ready to spring its trap when an unwary animal approaches. The Blood Snail is also known to slowly approach its target if necessary, but its relatively slow movement rate means it generally relies on the element of surprise.
Once within range, the curled tendrils lash out at with whip-like speed, stretching to two yards or more. These act like tentacles and ensnare the intended prey. The Snail secretes a clear viscous liquid from the tips of the tendrils. This secretion contains a powerful paralysis agent. Once in contact with the victim's skin, the slime causes paralysis of the motor muscles. The prey quickly becomes still, but remains conscious. Pulling its victim close in, the segmented end of the Snail splits open to reveal a mouth filled with rows of sharp teeth. The mouth clamps onto the prey, burrowing into the body and proceeds to drain it of its nourishing blood.
This converted plastic 28mm scale figure is ready to confront your Player Characters or NPCs in many horror, science fiction and fantasy role playing games including Call of Cthulhu, Stargrave, and Dungeons & Dragons. It can also be used to add an interesting encounter to your tabletop war gaming.
Note: The 28mm scale human figure is shown only for size comparison. It is NOT included.
The miniature is based on a 25mm base and measures approximately 1-1/2 inches in length.
Condition: Painted. Fully based. The base is weighted to give the miniature a bit more heft on the table. Sealed with multiple clear coats. Ready to play or display.
Warning: These items may contain small parts, sharp bits, and other potentially hazardous properties. They are intended for adult gaming only and are not designed for children of any age.
- Miniature figure
- Role-playing game
- Miniature war game
- Painted
- Pulp
- Horror
- Call of Cthulhu
- 25-28 mm
