Fangs (attack)

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Fangs are a form of attack employed by some animals, monsters, and humanoids to cause damage. Fangs are long, pointed teeth used for biting and tearing flesh; in certain creatures, they are strong enough to break human bones. The mouths of creatures without sharp teeth are referred to as maws, while the jaw attacks of insects are called pincers. Birds attack using a beak, and horses, among other creatures, rely on bites.

Fangs are most commonly found in carnivores and omnivores, but some herbivores, such as certain species of bats, also possess them. They are primarily used to grip and kill prey quickly, as seen with large cats, whose powerful jaws enable them to hold their prey while others of their kind deliver the final blow. In omnivorous animals, such as bears, fangs are used when hunting fish or defending themselves, though they are unnecessary for consuming fruit. Some apes also have fangs, which they use primarily for intimidation or during combat.

Humanoids

The short canines of humans and most demi-humans are not considered fangs. However, certain goblinish and orcish races possess effective fangs capable of inflicting significant damage. Despite this, these humanoids generally prefer to fight with weapons, which allow for greater damage and can be discarded or broken without consequence. As a result, they typically resort to using their fangs in combat only when no weapon is available.










Creatures using Fangs

This is a partial list, due to be updated in future:

Beasts

Constructs

Demons & Devils

Dragons

Humanoids

Mammals

Reptiles

Undead



See also,
Bestiary
Combat
Natural Abilities