King Vermin (or Tiny Vermin) is a unique Crawler that can be encountered in the miniboss chamber that normally spawns an Elite Snakestone within the Temple of Styx.
Codex entry[ | ]
'...Vermin, like men and dogs, are followers. Oftentimes it is the largest, most physically imposing of a pack that becomes leader. But, size is not the only factor, and ultimately not a substitute for a ferocity of spirit. Among the vermin infestation we contend with near the surface, there apparently is a shining such example. Even the most robust vermin of the pack are subservient to this king of theirs, smaller in stature, but by far more cruel. Can a simple beast feel malice? Supposedly, this one can.'
Combat[ | ]
When encountered, King Vermin will always teleport to Zagreus before beginning its attacks.
- Vermin Call: King Vermin, while stationary, roars loudly and summons 3 to 5 Gigantic Vermin to aid in battle.
- Burrow Attack: King Vermin burrows underground and, upon unearthing, releases a damaging pulse near its new position.
- Charged Assault: After a brief charge-up, King Vermin dashes towards and attempts to strike Zagreus three times.
Trivia[ | ]
- Despite the fact that the King Vermin was still alive when Zagreus killed it, it is never seen anywhere else in the Underworld. It's possible that since most souls seem to start out in the afterlife as disembodied Shades, it simply might not be immediately recognizable to Zagreus or the player.
- It's also possible that since it died recently, it hasn’t had time to be properly judged by Hades yet as Hades mentions various times throughout the game that he and the rest of his staff have been overworked lately.
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