Lerk
From NS community wiki
Wiry, fast, and fierce, lerks attack on the wing -- harassing marine squads and supporting other Kharaa. Low armor and health means they usually keep their distance. Their vicious bite makes it a good idea for marines to, as well. Flight: Tap your jump key to fly. Hold down to glide. Watch your energy bar!
- Cost: 30 resources
- Gestation time: 28 seconds
- Health: 125 hp
- Armor: 30 hp
- Speed: 175 units/sec
Attacks:
- Bite: Where skulks uses their jaw muscles, the lerk relies on its powerful neck to thrust its razor teeth into its target.
- Spore: This area affect dissolves organic matter -- specifically, marines. Lasts 6 seconds with a 225 unit radius. Heavy armor blocks spore damage.
- Umbra: A cloud of particles that deflects 2 of every 3 bullets. Ineffective against grenades, mines, and knives. Lasts 3 seconds in a 225 unit radius.
- Primal Scream: The rallying cry of the Kharaa -- boosts the power of nearby teammates. Aliens within 500 units gain 30% increased attack speed, 30% increased damage, and 60% more energy for 4 seconds.
| Damage | ROF/sec | Energy Cost | Hive Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bite | 60 | 1.56 | 5% | 0 |
| Spore | 7/sec | 0.50 | 35% | 1 |
| Umbra | N/A | 1.00 | 30% | 2 |
| Primal Scream | N/A | 0.20 | 45% | 3 |
