Nopaleón

The Nopaleón would be a fearsome creature even without the spikes that cover its body. Since it does have them, though, they are made even more of a force to be reckoned with. Hailing from the dry deserts of the New World, this Florabeast is derived from one of the most capable hunters, but like all others of its kind related to predatory creatures, it wants nothing more than to lounge in the sun by a stream of cool water.

Being a desert creature, it requires less moisture than many others, and can make do in very dry conditions. They are also able to use their powerful legs to leap across highly treacherous obstacles and terrain. The spines that cover their bodies are short, not enough to be much of a nuisance when walking down a crowded street, but they will make full use of them when their planter is threatened. Many more spines are found on their four paws than elsewhere, making their swipes even more powerful.

Nopaleón are one of those rare Florabeasts that have no males or females, all members of the species can produce seeds inside a sweet fruit. This usually happens once per year in the spring, though the seeds can only be planted in dry, arid regions like the one they originated from. If planters live in wet or temperate regions, they will usually eat the fruit that their Florabeast produces, an act which increases their bond.