Name: Giant Skeleton Rank: D Genus: Undead (Skeleton) Attribute: Undead Traits: Undead, Bone Body, Giant

Description:

The Giant Skeleton is a further step of the humanoid Skeleton's evolution line. These creatures are often encountered during Dungeon dives or Haunt raids, sometimes even in Extra Trials and Quests. In short, they are among the more famous higher-ranked Skeletons a veteran adventurer might encounter.

Even outside of these special encounters, a Giant Skeleton is easy to find in locations rich in Undead-type aether. If one decides to explore such sites, make it a thumb rule to not lightly enter large and open areas. It will save you from a world of hurt, as even as Giants, Skeletons still come in hordes.

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Appearance:

As one could guess from its name, the Giant Skeleton is a huge humanoid-type Skeleton undead. Despite having "giant" in their name, the highest registered height of this species is 8.5m, while the lowest is 3.3m. To reach a size equal to living Giants, they have to wait until they can evolve into their next stage, the "Titan Skeleton".

As with other evolved Skeleton species, the Giant Skeleton will retain some properties from their previous evolutions. Had they been a Gloom Skeleton before evolving, their bones would have taken a black hue. Had they been Burn Skeletons, their limbs would look like they were on fire.

In case it evolved from a class-centered humanoid Skeleton, such as the Skeleton Warrior, no alterations would be visible on the Giant Skeleton's body. It is this type that is the most dangerous breed, as while one can guess the attack methods of a Giant Skeleton evolved from an attribute-centered Skeleton, the class-centered graduates have the element of surprise on their side.

Abilities:

Danger rank: D+

Rarity rank: D-

The biggest strength of a Giant Skeleton is its size. Their [Giant] trait gives them a higher HP and SP value and even its normally fragile bones have turned a lot more durable now thanks to their enlargement.

Despite its Warrior-centered stat spread, a Giant Skeleton might also be strong in magic, creating an unholy fusion of a magician with the vitality of a tank. In another example, the Giant Skeleton could surprisingly be a stealth expert. While one would think its size would be slowing it down, a Scout-line-centered Giant Skeleton is unexpectedly difficult to keep an eye on. That it does not need to breathe, its lack of body temperature, and its lightness on its feet all play a role here.

In short, facing off against a Giant Skeleton is akin to a gamble. No one knows how it will strike, and as with other Skeleton species, they often come in large groups with different individuals. Not to mention they do not provide much gains in the form of materials or other goods after defeating one, so trying to evade them altogether is a key strategy when exploring Undead territories.

Garami's comment: Too bad the scarab-modified guy had to be beaten in our case.

Iron's comment: Giant Skeleton (scarab)... You were strong. Be proud.