Giant mite

Obsolete: This article refers to an aspect of the game which has been removed. It is retained for historical reference only.

For a list of all arthropods, see list of arthropods.

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HP	6-16
HD	2
XP	10
Speed	10
AC	1
EV	7
Will	None
Attack1	5 (bite: poison: 4-8)
Resistances	None
Vulnerabilities	Poison
Habitat	Land
Intelligence	Insect
Uses	Uses nothing
Holiness	Natural
Size	Little
Type	giant mite, giant mite
Flags	No skeleton

A large acarine creature with poisoned mouth-parts and a thirst for blood.

Useful Info

Giant mites are poisonous clinging vermin found on Dungeon:2 and lower. They're only slightly more dangerous than rats and other early threats.

Tips & Tricks

• Although weak, a giant mite's poison can be enough to finish off a new character who hasn't found any potions of curing yet. Fragile or weakened characters should be cautious when engaging them in melee.

History

Giant mites were removed in 0.17.