Reptilicus

The Reptilicus are creatures from Metroid Prime 3: Corruption.

They are apparently the savage, devolved remnants of the once great Bryyonians. They use highly advanced technology despite their appearance; they have the ability to teleport and use high-tech weapons, including an electrical whip-like weapon, some form of boomerang and some kind of projectile weapon, possibly arcane. It is resistant to Fuel Gel but weak to extreme cold, so we can assume they probably originate from one of the warmest regions of the planet. If Samus completely freezes one after it throws a boomerang, the boomerang, when it heads back to its owner, will hit the Reptilicus causing the Reptilicus to be defeated. This is called Icy Reptilicide. She can also simply shoot a frozen Reptilicus to destroy it almost instantly.

A Reptilicus can be distinguished from a Reptilicus Hunter by its generally darker coloring, as well as the spiny protrusions located on its back, similar in appearance to the Flora on Bryyo. It is a large, lizard like creature with six limbs, standing on its back two legs when it wishes to attack. They appear to wear a skull like mask on their faces. In terms of weaponry, the Reptilicus is a dangerous opponent. At close range it will make a sweeping strike with an energy whip, distorting the visor temporarily. At longer distances the Reptilicus makes use of the Chakram it wears rather ornamentally around its neck. The player knows when it wishes to strike as the creature can be heard drawing this throwing weapon. This attack can be avoided by a side dash. They also rely on a magic-based projectile. What really makes the Reptilicus stand out though is its ability to teleport, allowing it to close short distances with its enemies. Until Samus finds the Ice Missile, Reptilicus can be tough opponents, as they are particularly weak against cold-based attacks.