Xenoterra

The Xenoterra (ZEE-NOO-TARE-AH) were large mechanical forms of transport once used by the Crystal Dwarves during the Dwarvern Crisis of 2000. These were arguably the most dangerous form of Crystal Dwarf machinery, tied with the Dwarvern Skies.
There were only four Xenoterra created; the first one which was used as a test and later destroye, and the next three which were created in the Dwarvern Crisis. One is still alive and working, in a vault deep in a dwarvern city when it was recovered from the Orcs at the Siege of Tyra'Uix. It is unknown how the Orcs came across it as they keep no records.
==Etymology==
The word Xenoterra derives from the old language, meaning "Strange Earth", as it was first encountered by the Styagmores after the slaughter of Dwarvern casters in 1541. It was the first earthed machine of the Crystal Dwarves, who tested it on local Styagmores before creating more.
==Physiology==
The Xenoterra were plated with Aquixium, allowing for magically enhanced protection. This machine used a new type of clockwork, which is still too advanced for the Dwarves today. It allowed for instant movement upon control and even the power for easy projectile launching.
The Xenoterra had four "legs" which were easily pivotable and could be used very well. It had a large plated body, which held the drivers and other dwarves.
The Xenoterra was very well-known for the unique cannon atop its back. It is still uknown how the cannon works, but it is capable of firing very explosive bolts of charged energy.
==War Usage==
The Xenoterra was used extensively in the Dwarvern Crisis as large tanks and one was known to work in "automaton" mode even after the drivers were assassinated.
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