Hoop Snake

Rolling Serpent

Hoop Snake

Country of Origin: USA Being Type: Rolling Serpent
Hoop Snake rolling serpent illustration

Power Stats

Aggression
7/10
Magic Abilities
6/10
Physical Power
6/10

Origin Backstory

Snake that bites its tail to roll like a hoop downhill at high speed; stings with tail barb; classic American tall tale serpent.

Key Features

  • Tail-in-mouth hoop
  • Downhill rolling
  • Stinging tail barb
  • Rapid pursuer
  • Tall tale serpent

Lore

The Hoop Snake is a classic American tall tale serpent that grips its tail in its mouth to form a hoop and rolls downhill at tremendous speed to chase prey. Its tail barb delivers a deadly sting— a humorous frontier yarn explaining sudden injuries or the need to beware steep slopes in the wild.