The Arlian Sunfish is a resilient, schooling fish native to Lake Arla, which lies at the border between Asari, the Eastern Equatorial Section of the Habitual Belt, and the Desert Side of VOI 700 D. Adapted to the intense heat and fluctuating conditions of the lake’s western shores, this species has developed remarkable thermotolerance, allowing it to thrive in waters that would be uninhabitable for most aquatic life.

It plays a crucial role in Lake Arla’s ecosystem, serving as both a primary food source for larger predators and a regulator of insect populations.

• Size: Up to 20 cm in length
• Weight: 2-3 kg
• Body Shape: Streamlined and laterally compressed, ideal for maneuverability
• Skin: Hard, reflective orange scales that shimmer under the sun
• Speed: 3.6-7.2 km/h

• Armor Class (AC): 11 (due to speed and reflective camouflage)
• Hit Points (HP): 6
• Speed: 40 ft. (swimming)

• Flash Camouflage: The Arlian Sunfish can attempt to blind predators with a dazzling burst of reflected light (DC 12 Dexterity save or attackers suffer disadvantage for one round).
• Rapid Evasion: When attacked, the fish gains +3 to Dexterity saves, allowing it to dart away from threats.
• Schooling Bonus: If within 5 feet of at least three other sunfish, it gains +2 AC due to the confusion effect on predators.

The Arlian Sunfish follows a rapid reproductive cycle to counteract its high predation rate.

• Spawning Season: Occurs during the warmest months, in shallow, nutrient-rich areas.
• Egg Laying: Females release up to 5,000 eggs per cycle, which are externally fertilized by males.
• Heat-Dependent Development: Eggs require high water temperatures to hatch successfully.
• Hatching Time: 5-7 days after fertilization.
• Juvenile Growth: Fry join schools within 2-3 months for protection.

• Habitual Belt
• Equatorial Sections East and West (Asari)
• Eastern Equatorial Section of the Habitual Belt
• Wildlife of Asari