Gargoyle
From Lexicanum
Gargoyles are a species of winged Tyranid derived from Termagants. They are often the first wave of a Tyranid swarm in battle with the purpose of sowing terror and confusion to keep the enemy off-guard whilst larger Tyranid creatures arrive.1
They follow many similar traits of the Termagant, including a smaller size with a compact but lithe body encased in a light exoskeleton, but alsohave less physical prowess than most Tyranid organisms. Compared to a Termagant their lower legs have atrophied to little more than stumps because of their wings. They generally carry Fleshborers and can even spit a skin-burning venom. Instinctively they go for their prey's eyes, blinding their foe in order to cause confusion. Through a quirk of their physical structure, they are capable of squeezing through gaps seemingly far too small for them, often getting into enemy buildings and defenses thought safe and secured.1
It is believed that Gargoyles cannot fly far on their leathery bat-like wings and that they rely on hitching themselves to the flanks and belly of a Harridan which acts as their brood mother to be transported over massive distances.
| Ordo Xenos Departmento Analyticus Record | |||
| Designation | Gargoyle | ||
| Common Title | Hellbat | ||
| Species Name | Gauntii avius | ||
| Average Height | 1.1m | ||
| Average Weight | 0.2 tonnes | ||
| First encountered | Tyran | ||
| Role | Aerial attack | ||
| Threat evaluation | Medium | ||
Images
 Gargoyle (5th edition) |
