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'''Chitin''' is a basic dense shell worn by all [[Tyranid]] species, even the most basic of organisms such as the [[Ripper]]. These are tough, beetle-like carapaces which cover the creatures' vital spots. Chitin is tough enough to turn aside blades and even glancing small-arms fire.{{Fn|1}} | '''Chitin''' is a basic dense shell worn by all [[Tyranid]] species, even the most basic of organisms such as the [[Ripper]]. These are tough, beetle-like carapaces which cover the creatures' vital spots. Chitin is tough enough to turn aside blades and even glancing small-arms fire.{{Fn|1}} | ||
| − | Larger and more powerful Tyranids are often bred with '''Reinforced Chitin''', a series of carapace plates that exude a sticky resin-like substance which quickly harden and create additional self-healing layers of ablative | + | Larger and more powerful Tyranids are often bred with '''Reinforced Chitin''', a series of carapace plates that exude a sticky resin-like substance which quickly harden and create additional self-healing layers of ablative armour that offers the Tyranid greater protection against incoming attacks.{{Fn|1}} |
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Latest revision as of 10:23, 27 January 2026
Chitin is a basic dense shell worn by all Tyranid species, even the most basic of organisms such as the Ripper. These are tough, beetle-like carapaces which cover the creatures' vital spots. Chitin is tough enough to turn aside blades and even glancing small-arms fire.[1]
Larger and more powerful Tyranids are often bred with Reinforced Chitin, a series of carapace plates that exude a sticky resin-like substance which quickly harden and create additional self-healing layers of ablative armour that offers the Tyranid greater protection against incoming attacks.[1]
Sources
- 1: Codex: Tyranids (5th Edition), pg. 83
