Amethyst Lizard
The amethyst lizard is named for it mottled purple scales, it has adapted this skin camoflauge to the marshlands where small purple flowers are common. The size of a medium to large dog, these lizards are the top predators on the moorlands of the island continent of bellflower. They seem to only have two speeds, vicious and fast when tracking prey, and nearly motionless when not. Their long tongues are great for grabbing flying insects and are sought after as a delicacy.
Basic Information
Genetics and Reproduction
This egg laying lizard makes a mound within the peat and lays on the eggs to keep them warm. The eggs have particularly thick shells that are resistant to the acidic nature of the bogs.
Dietary Needs and Habits
The amethyst lizard eats bugs, especially the giant dragonflies, giant wasps, as well as toads and smaller lizards.
Additional Information
Domestication
It is unusual to find the amethyst lizard domesticated, but there are a couple of instances where it has been seen in select menageries.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
The skin is often prized in making leather products, and can also be ground to make powders for a popular type of makeup base. By separating the violet scales from the rest a purple powder can be created for use as a purple dye and is highly valued for it's color.
Their teeth are often used for good luck charms.
5e Statistics
Use Giant Lizard from Basic Rules with the following edits
Size: Medium Beast
Speed 10ft (but can dash in a straight line 40 feet every other round)
Bite deals an additional 1d4 poison damage.
Can also try to use its tongue to grapple an opponent as a separate attack when it bites (+4 to hit, reach 5ft, one target)
Lifespan
30 years
Conservation Status
At one time the lizard was endangered due to over hunting, in the last few decades their population has seen a resurgence.
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet (exceptions have been reported to exceed 3 feet)
Average Weight
100-300 pounds
Average Length
3 - 6 feet (tail an additional 3-6 feet)
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