Spore carrier

s are creatures in Fallout: New Vegas. They are found in Vault 22. Apparently originating from plants, Spore Carriers are bipedal, anthropomorphic mutants. They often hide in between plants and shrubs, making them hard to spot.

Characteristics
They are quick and use melee attacks. If they are not killed quickly they explode and deal large amounts of damage breaking limbs and giving a large dose of radiation. When they are hiding in vegetation they are hard to spot and will not appear on your compass until they get up. Spore carriers are known for sneaking up on the player. They are still humanoids since they are the mutated Vault 22 dwellers (mutations originating from the spore plants). They usually lie down in the vegetation, and their appearance helps them blend in.

Variations
Spore Carrier Runt

Spore Carrier Brute

Spore Carrier Savage

Appearances
Spore carriers appear in Fallout: New Vegas.

Strategy
If you suspect that an area may have a Spore Carrier hiding in it, use AOE weapons like the Flamer or Incinerator to flush them out. One Flamer can also be found in Vault 22 along with them. Also note that they are still able to attack while in their revealing animation.