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Background: An evolved
Runner, the Sprinter looks similar in shape but carries
distinctive markings and coloration. Sprinters are noticeably
faster, and can leap slightly longer distances. Their
claws are sharper and more defined, allowing them to cause
slightly more damage than a Runner. Their tail carries
a neurotoxin that is delivered to a victim via a small
gland in the tip upon puncturing. This toxin is fast-acting
and can be fatal if a vital area is hit, but otherwise
will stun a human for a very short time. A Sprinter's
jaws have developed enough to be used as a weapon, and
the alien can feed to regain health. Thicker armor replaces
the runner's razor bristles, giving the Sprinter slightly
more resistance to damage but allowing it to be netted.
However, this new armor secretes a thick coating of a
flame-retardant chemical, making the alien immune to fire.
Sprinters can climb and run along any surface, but are
still not powerful enough to break doors.
Sprinters are best used in the
same roles as a runner, except that they are even better
at them. However, if a Sprinter is killed it will respawn
again as a runner and must earn a molt over again.
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