Nolan (species)

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This article is about the species. For the vehicle, see RML-447 Nolan.

The Nolan is a four-armed, two-legged, three meter tall creature that is native to Engadine. They're nasty and protected with a thick hide which possesses chameleon-like abilities that allow it to blend into its surroundings. Each of the arm ends in a three fingered hand equipped with sharp claws. A victim of its bite will die in a few minutes if not treated. They travel in packs of three to five animals, and will keep attacking even when presented with gunfire.[1] If left unchecked, nolans will attack villages and humans. This behavior led to the formation of "The Rooting", a yearly hunt where humans track and kill nolans.[2]

The creatures are noted for their incredible speed, clawed hands and jaws. They are difficult to transport alive from their homeworld.[3]

Only one known Nolan has been ever transported off planet, which was seen on Adhafera, at a alleged run-down "Canopian Pleasure Circus".

Fear Factor

If a character encounters a Nolan directly, it can cause the character cause fear and panic. The character must make a saving roll a TN of 10 (the Nolan's Charisma) minus the character's charisma or be in a panic for a number of turns equal to the distance; still able to move, but unable to return fire or fight back.[4]

References

  1. Hot Spots, p. 43
  2. Hot Spots Contracts, p. 24
  3. Hunters of the Deep, pp. 206-207 - "Petr Kalasa & agent Snow witness fight between humans and captured Nolan".
  4. Hot Spots, p. 44

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