Giant Spiders
Mutant spiders can reach a great size in the Underhives of cities such as Necromunda reaching up to several feet across. necromunda is particularly renowned for these Giant Spiders due to how common they are, so much so that the most famous Imperial Guard regiments recruited from the world is known as the Spiders. They can be found in every part of the Underhive, from the clogged tunnels far below, to the gantries of the highest domes.[1]
There is a great variety in the species of Giant Spiders, with different breeds employing different methods for catching their prey. For example, the Wolf Spider kills its food with oversized mandibles after chasing it down with elongated legs, while Orb Spiders weave complex funnel-shaped webs and hide at their end. These funnel webs can bear an uncanny resemblance to tunnels, and many unfortunate fugitives have run into them only to become trapped and endure a long, terrifying and agonising death as they are coccooned, and slowly drained of life. Their dessicated bodies, seen suspended in the rotting remains of old webs act as a constant reminder for Underhivers to be wary of where they step.[1]
Measuring many metres across, and with immense and powerful fangs, their terrifying appearance is matched by a malignant intelligence.[1]
Temperamental and territorial, they will actively seek out any foolish enough to venture into their area. However, some hunters do actively seek out these monstrous beasts, in order to take their prized meat, and venom. The Raft Spiders which glide across the surface of the sump are the most valued of all. With eyes of crystal that are as pure and valuable as diamonds, they have lured many an explorer to their deaths in the depths of the wasteland.[1]
Other species of Giant Spiders can also live on the Death Worlds.[2]
See Also
Source
- 1: Necromunda: Outlanders Rulebook, pg. 100
- 2: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, pg. 212
