Scorpion

The mundane variety of scorpion was a type of arachnid found all over Faerûn.

Combat
A scorpion's primary means of offense was its piercing stinger.

Species

 * Giant scorpion, other wise known as "monstrous scorpions", were a species that grew to unusually large sizes. They were found in a variety of climates, but generally lived in subterranean and desert regions.
 * Sparktail scorpion, a species indigenous to the City of Brass


 * Related Creatures:
 * Whip scorpion, an arachnid native to the Underdark that resembled a cross between a scorpion and a spider.

Trivia
Scorpion tails were an ingredient for potions of longevity.

In Zakhara, there were known to be animal cults that centered around the worship of scorpions.

Appearances

 * Adventures
 * Dungeon #47: "The Assassin Within"