[Jungles] Monster - Huayacatl (Patreon)

Ayotli tiptoes across the soft mud towards the pond with shaking knees. Her breath held tight in her chest, she peers into the mucky surface, searching for a sign of the Great Spider Huayacatl. As if in response, a pair of glowing eyes blink open from behind her, focused on the young girl as she quickly turns with a gasp. Then, two more eyes open. And another two. And another...

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Huayacatl is a special myth in the Huapaca Jungle. Its story can be heard in many cities, but only a few know of its truth.  Fighting this monster would be tough, as it can use its webs to continuously alter the battlefield. It can also use its silk net to trap victims and drag them up into trees or below the swamp. It prefers to fight in the water where it can swim with greater ease and still release strands of sticky webs.