Magenta Lizard



The Magenta lizard (also called the Pink or Purple lizard) is the first pole climbing lizard the player will likely see in the game. They tend to have a black body with a variation of pink or purple coloration in their spikes, heads, and tails.

They can be found in Outskirts, Industrial Complex, Garbage Wastes, Sky Islands, Shaded Citadel and Chimney Canopy, but may also spawn in Drainage System.

Pole Climbing
Like most lizards except Greens, Magenta Lizards have the ability to climb up poles to reach prey items or higher ground. Do not climb a pole to escape it, as they generally climb faster than Slugcat, and can reach to the side to pluck Slugcat out of the air if it decides to jump.

Combat
The simple strategy of throwing a stone to the face and then spearing the exposed, fleshy body will work fine for these lizards. Taking very few hits to kill, one could simply sneak up behind it and begin a flurry of spear hits. A spear down the throat will work especially well for Magentas. If in a desperate situation, a more experienced fighter could climb up a pole, jump off, and stab the lizard in the side while descending. The spear hit coupled with the fall should stun the lizard for long enough to make the spear retrievable.

Stealth
Average hearing abilities mean it's actually easy to make noise with a rock to lure the lizard away, then continue while it’s distracted. They tend to be easier to avoid alerting so long as you move slowly and out of their range of vision. When stealthing remember that jumping on a pole makes noise but climbing on one does not. They typically are lazy and don't investigate noises, however a hungry lizard may be a bit more determined.

Evasion
Since they cannot climb background walls, a high area with no pole access will be perfect for hiding from Magentas. Climbing through pipes or high above will generally keep you hidden since they tend to keep their sightline on the ground only.

Taming
Can be tamed with about 1-3 scavengers, squidcadas, or lantern mice. Like other lizards, they will follow you to any spot that they can reach, and may sleep with you in shelters. Magentas are not the best lizard to tame as they are not incredibly durable or powerful, nor are they incredibly maneuverable. However they are one of the most loyal lizards out there, and with a low rivalry rating, they will not be getting into unnecessary fights often, and will defend their owner in any crisis.

Trivia

 * Has the most color variation of all lizards. Anything from red to pink to purple can be displayed in this lizard
 * Has the slowest base swimming speed of all lizards
 * They have a very low rivalry rating among members of their own species, beaten only by the Orange Lizard.
 * They are generally considered as the middle-class lizard, not being strong or durable, nor speedy or good at climbing.