Chimera Ant Queen

Phagogenesis. Chimera Ant queens possess an entirely unique method of reproduction known as Phagogenesis, a term meaning reproduction through devouring. By eating other creatures, a Chimera Ant queen can impart the characteristics of ingested creatures onto the next generation of Chimera Ants it gives birth to.

Multiattack The ant makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws.

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d8 + 3) piercing damage.

Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) slashing damage.

The Queen can take 2 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Both legendary actions must be used together and only when she is safe and alone in her nest. Both legendary actions can only be used together once every 6 months.

Birth of a King (Costs 1 Action). The Queen Ant gives birth to a Chimera Ant King: the epitome of the species and an amalgamation of only the best genes available.

Birth of the Royal Guards (Costs 1 Action). The Queen Ant, a few days before the King, gives birth to three exceptionally powerful Ants for which to be used in the protection of the King and to loyally serve him wherever he may go.