Araneo

Base Defense/ Guard Dog

Though the Araneo has abysmal speed and rather low health and damage when compared to the majority of creatures, it makes up for this by having a venomous bite which can induce as well as having a web attack that slows enemies down to just 10% of their original speed. Both of these attacks can be performed very quickly and at any angle, as the Araneo can turn on a dime because it has no turning radius, like that of the . These traits make them especially deadly when in…

Cave/ Base Turret

The Araneo can also be used as a slowing turret that helps defend against rocket rushing; this is especially useful when used in caves in which the units aren't an option since they require sunlight. This can essentially be accomplished by overburdening the Araneo and setting it on aggressive as this will cause it to perform its web attack that slows enemies. TIP: try setting them behind tight corners so they can't get sniped out.

Anti-Air

Skilled riders can use its webs to kill small flying animals or used to slow down flying animals. Its webs home in on a target, making it a great anti-air mount. When used in unison with an RPG, it's possible to easily kill other players on-air mounts easier than on foot.

Taming Buddy

The Araneo has unlimited bolas in the form of webs, and a torpor-inducing bite. Any weapon may be used on its back, and as such they are viable to use in taming a lot of animals. Its body can trap small animals when you walk over them, although this might be a bug.

Cave explorer

With the release of the TLC, the Araneo is an excellent mount for caves, due to it's ability to climb on walls and pull themselves onto any surface with their webs.