=== Major Planetary Zones | (Twin) Sections of the Habitual Belt | Regions | Wildlife ===

====== MIREGNAT ======

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===== Overview =====

The Miregnat, called "Yora-Sii" by the [[the_orlanda|Orlanda Tribe]], is a minuscule, bioluminescent mosquito species found in the fog-heavy wetlands of the [[orlanda_marshes|Orlanda Marshes]] and the [[tropical_forest|Tropical Forest]] of [[asari|Asari]]. Known for forming glowing clouds during fog-thickened twilight, these insects are more nuisance than threat — though their persistence is legendary.

Orlanda folklore tells of the Miregnats as spirit whispers — annoying yet wise — whose dance reveals hidden paths in the swamp.

===== Physique and Appearance =====

  * **Size:** 3–4 mm
  * **Color:** Pale green to blue body with a softly glowing abdomen
  * **Wings:** Thin and translucent, with a high-frequency buzz

==== Special Features: ====

  * **Bioluminescent Pulse:** Abdomen glows in rhythm with swarm motion
  * **Heat Sensitivity:** Attracted to warm-blooded beings, especially during rest
  * **Flight Drift:** Moves with fog currents, often caught in updrafts

===== Game Mechanics =====

  * **Armor Class (AC):** 12
  * **Hit Points (HP):** 1 (per individual)
  * **Speed:** 1 ft. (land), 30 ft. (flying)

==== Attacks ====

  * **Irritating Bite:** 1 piercing damage + Distraction (DC 10 Constitution save or -1 to Perception rolls for 10 minutes)

==== Special Abilities ====

  * **Swarm Glow:** Entire swarm creates dim light in a 10-ft. radius
  * **Fog Glide:** Gains advantage on Stealth checks in foggy or misty conditions

===== Behavior =====

  * **Diet:** Blood from mammals and amphibians; also nectar
  * **Social Structure:** Massive swarms of hundreds to thousands
  * **Activity Pattern:** Peak activity during dense fog layers

==== Survival Strategies: ====

  * **Fog Shelter:** Retreat into denser fog or root tangles when disturbed
  * **Scent Lock:** Follow warm-blood scent trails for miles

===== Reproduction and Lifecycle =====

  * **Breeding Grounds:** Stagnant pools with rotting vegetation
  * **Egg Count:** Thousands per clutch
  * **Larval Stage:** Aquatic filter-feeders
  * **Lifespan:** 7–10 days

===== Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters =====

Miregnats are ideal for light tactical disruption and eerie ambiance:

  * **Perception Impairment:** Use swarms to hinder visibility and player focus
  * **Swarm Navigation:** Follow their dance to discover hidden entrances or relics
  * **Ambient Marker:** Their presence may warn of predators — or conceal them

===== Related Pages and Further Information =====

  * [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]]
  * [[habitual_belt|Habitual Belt]]
  * [[asari|Asari Region]]
  * [[orlanda_marshes|Orlanda Marshes]]
  * [[tropical_forest|Tropical Forest]]
  * [[wildlife_of_asari|Known Wildlife of Asari]]

**Known Predators:**

  * [[glowfrogs|Glowfrogs]]
  * [[flutterwing|Flutterwing]]