Dark Lizards, also known as Dark Devils or Dark Tongues, were sizable reptilian entities native to the world of Almas. These non-sentient beings evolved from hssiss lineage; however, the pervasive influence of the dark side of the Force warped them, resulting in black scales, glowing red-orange eyes, and dark auras. These creatures possessed formidable features: ten-centimeter-long, razor-sharp black teeth, prehensile black tongues, sticky black saliva, and two rows of jagged black spines along their backs, along with substantial wings. Only their menacing claws displayed a white coloration. Dark Lizards typically reached an average length of three meters. Their locomotion involved moving on all four limbs, exhibiting a galloping motion when at full speed. Being amphibious, they were equally swift in aquatic environments.
These creatures operated as pack hunters, with an alpha member leading the group. They would silently stalk their intended prey before launching an assault accompanied by a deafening, snarling roar. Dark Lizard packs would attempt to corral their targets into a confined space, enabling the pack to encircle them. They employed their lengthy tongues to seize prey, drawing it within striking distance of their teeth and claws. Furthermore, their long tails served as formidable weapons, capable of delivering devastating blows.
Beings with a lust for power, such as criminal overlords, prized Dark Lizards as exotic pets. The Sith inhabitants of Almas maintained Dark Lizards, and following the planet's bombardment and the destruction of the Jedi's Almas Academy during Order 66, these previously secluded cultists roamed Almas alongside the creatures, seeking out victims. Several months after the bombardment, agents working for Jedi Master Denia, Squibs employed by the salvager Squeerie, and Ugor scavengers encountered a Dark Lizard pack near the academy's ruins. Overcoming these beasts fostered a sense of camaraderie among the three factions, leading to a newfound respect for one another.
The Dark Lizards are featured in the adventure titled Echoes of the Jedi, designed for the Saga Edition of the Star Wars Roleplaying Game by Wizards of the Coast. Their attack occurs immediately following a non-combat scenario where the player characters are tasked with negotiating between warring Squib and Ugor factions. After successfully defeating the monsters, the characters are rewarded with more favorable trade agreements with the Squibs and Ugors, who now regard the characters as allies. The gamemaster has the option to introduce additional Dark Lizards to challenge the characters at other points during the adventure.