Snakes

Overview

The Snakes are an enemy group in City of Villains.

Enemy Types

Minions

Viper Fang

Rumor has it that Snakes are what's left of the long-vanished Children of Enos, the Mu cult that originally discovered the Rogus Isles. Or perhaps they were here before the Children fled the French authorities, and gobbled up the unfortunate refugees who tried to hide here on Mercy Island.

Powers

Throwing Dagger Ranged, Lethal
Wavy ritual blade.

Bite Melee, Lethal
The Snake bites you!

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Viper Claw

Rumor has it that Snakes are what's left of the long-vanished Children of Enos, the Mu cult that originally discovered the Rogus Isles. Or perhaps they were here before the Children fled the French authorities, and gobbled up the unfortunate refugees who tried to hide here on Mercy Island.

Powers

Throwing Dagger Ranged, Lethal
Wavy ritual blade.

Swipe Melee, Lethal
A fast claw attack that shreds your opponent.

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Viper Blade

Rumor has it that Snakes are what's left of the long-vanished Children of Enos, the Mu cult that originally discovered the Rogus Isles. Or perhaps they were here before the Children fled the French authorities, and gobbled up the unfortunate refugees who tried to hide here on Mercy Island.

Powers

Throwing Dagger Ranged, Lethal
Wavy ritual blade.

Dagger Melee, Lethal
Wavy ritual blade.

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Elder Viper

(Levels 46-52)

Powers

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Elder Viper Assassin

(Levels 46-52)

Powers

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Lieutenants

Mamba Blade

Rumor has it that Snakes are what's left of the long-vanished Children of Enos, the Mu cult that originally discovered the Rogus Isles. Or perhaps they were here before the Children fled the French authorities, and gobbled up the unfortunate refugees who tried to hide here on Mercy Island.

Powers

Throwing Daggers (Ranged) Cone, Lethal
Three thrown daggers that can hit multiple targets.

Hack (Melee) Foe -Defense
The Snake has lowered your defense with his sword.

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Mamba Fang

Rumor has it that Snakes are what's left of the long-vanished Children of Enos, the Mu cult that originally discovered the Rogus Isles. Or perhaps they were here before the Children fled the French authorities, and gobbled up the unfortunate refugees who tried to hide here on Mercy Island.

Powers

Throwing Daggers (Ranged) Cone, Lethal
Three thrown daggers that can hit multiple targets.

Bite Melee, Lethal
The Snake bites you!

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Elder Mamba

(Levels 46-52)

Powers

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Bosses

Cobra

Rumor has it that Snakes are what's left of the long-vanished Children of Enos, the Mu cult that originally discovered the Rogus Isles. Or perhaps they were here before the Children fled the French authorities, and gobbled up the unfortunate refugees who tried to hide here on Mercy Island.

Powers

Mesmerize Ranged Psionic, Foe Sleep
Hypnotize painfully enraptures a target with psychic energy rendering him unconscious. The target will remain asleep for some time, but will awaken if attacked.

Venomous Spray Ranged, (Toxic, Damage over Time, Toxic)
Venom Sprays all over you.

Hack (Melee) Foe -Defense
The Snake has lowered your defense with his sword.

Slash (Melee, Lethal) Foe -Defense
The Snake has lowered your defense with his sword.

Slice (Melee) Foe -Defense
The Snake has lowered your defense with his sword.

Poison Bite Melee, Lethal
You have been Poisoned.

Reconstruction Self Heal, +Resistances (Toxic)
Through perfect control of your body, you can concentrate for a few moments and heal yourself. The effects of Reconstruction also leaves you resistant to Toxic damage for a while.

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Elder Cobra

(Levels 46-52)

Powers

Quick Auto: Self +Speed
You can naturally run slightly faster than normal. This ability is always on and does not cost any Endurance.

Resistance Auto, Self +Resistances: Toxic
Snakes are highly resistant to Toxic Damage but vulnerable to Cold.

Archvillains

Stheno

Main Article: Stheno

Stheno is the mother of the Snakes on Mercy Island. Her goal is to drive away all beings from Mercy Island and claim it for herself!

Powers

Mesmerize Ranged, Moderate Damage (Psionic), Sleep
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Mass Hypnosis Ranged (Targeted Area of Effect), Sleep
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Dominate Ranged, Moderate Damage(Psionic), Hold
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Venomous Spray Ranged, Lethal Damage
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Venomous Spit Ranged Damage over Time (Toxic)
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Summon Snakes Snakes: Cone Toxic, Hold
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Dreadful Wail Disorient, -Resist
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Quick Auto Self +Speed
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Resistance Resistance to all debuffs(high), Stun, Fear, Hold, Confuse, Knockback Protection (high)
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Named Bosses

• Sapphus
• Syrus
• High Priest S'thaco

Badge

The Mongoose Achievement Badge is awarded for defeating Snakes.