Barnacle Hatcher

The Barnacle Hatcher is an uncommon enemy found in the caves of the Infected Depths.

Description
The Barnacle Hatcher is a colonial organism comprised of experimental barnacles. It is unique, however, for being capable of quickly hatching Barnacle Spiders. Its sole purpose is for reproduction and it does not have any means of defending itself (other than its offspring), as its limbs are only used for moving and aiding the hatching process, and probably do not have enough free movement to cause any real damage.

Behavior
The Barnacle Hatcher will continuously spawn Stage 1 Barnacle Spiders (as long as there are fewer than 3 spawned spiders), and will flee from players while they are not doing so.

Tactics
It should be a high priority target due to it being able to create more and more enemies. Caution is advised when chasing it, however, as it can lead you to more dangerous foes.