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@Cotton: As do I. I think of them as strange myself.

In general, I do think it is definitely a relative of Lavasioth in terms of looks. Perhaps a "Primitive relative" of Lavasioth?

I say primitive loosely, considering it is well adapted to its enviroment, but lacks the Lava dwelling part of Lavasioth.