Slitherburn

The Slitherburn is a Fire Serpent monster that hides away in volcanoes. It evolves into the Solochi.

Behavior and Biology
The Slitherburn removes itself from its lava nest to make quick prowls for stone on the surface. It is attracted to shiny rocks, and will carry them home to polish them with their sharp scales. With the right orbs, this creature will evolve. Many fail to accomplish this feat in their lifetimes. By travelling with a Tamer, Solochi have become more easily spotted, thanks to the tamer's ability to take the Slitherburn around the cosmos to collect stones it may need. In the wild, Slitherburn are nothing but prey, but are defensive enough to shrug off the Lavultures, the creature that threatened it most in ancient times.

Hunting and Abilities
The Slitherburn does not hunt or feed, sustaining on the heat of its lava. Coil organs inside of it allow it to spit volcano rock like a weapon.

Preparation
Slitherburn sashimi is a popular Tawahian dish, and across the galaxy purses made of Slitherburn hide are top-dollar.