Mind Worm

The Mind Worm, a species of eight inch mottled worms, is the dominant species on Planet Chiron. The Mind Worm is a terrifying creature, able to use powerful psi attacks to paralyze its prey.

Mind Worms travel in huge swarms called "Boils", which can range from tiny Hatchling Boils to massive Demon Boils. They have mottled yellowish skin with three pronged jaws, a single blue eye, and mothlike antennae. They reproduce asexually, and have been known to impregnate themselves in times of dire need. Mind Worms serve as Planet's immune system, hunting down sentient creatures that are not linked to the Planetary Neural Net, like Human colonists.

The Mind Worms get their name from their primary method of attack. After finding prey, they assault their target with a barrage of terrifying psychic attacks, paralizing them with fear. After rendering them immobile, they burrow into the still-conscious host's brain and carefully implant their ravenous larvae. They are also able to burrow through most substances that are softer than Plasma-Steel. Only the most disciplined soldiers can resist this horrific attack.

However, when a Mind Worm is burnt, preferably with a Flame Gun, they leave a husk that contains rare mineral esscences. These so called Planetpearls are worth a tidy sum of energy credits, so it is best to strike a Mind Worm boil at first sight.

There are two other Mind Worm vectors that inhabit Planet's seas and skies, known as the Isle of the Deep and Locusts of Chiron respectavely.