Temple of Andross

ENCOUNTERED Venom

INTEL Rumors of an ancient temple discovered on the remote planet of Venom have begun circulating in archaeological circles. Because of the superficial similarity to ruins seen on Titania, some prehistorians have posited that the structure was built by a related lost civilization. However, recent reconnaissance has revealed this "ancient temple" to be nothing more than an elaborate trap built by Dr. Andross to lure intruders to their deaths.

Those rare few who've survived a journey to the Temple of Andross have the following to report: On approaching the structure, visitors are greeted by imposing carved monuments with moving arms that seem to be waving them inside. Just past the entrance, an enormous mechanical statue known as "Golemech" begins running deeper into the stone sanctuary, drawing the curious farther into darkness.

It's at this point that the walls begin to close in. Activated by the vibrations of Golemech's movements, rock columns erupt from both sides, driving home one blunt-force attack after another. Stone pillars fall over, crushing anything beneath them. Enormous statues flail giant stone arms, striking anything that comes near.

ASSESSMENT The Temple of Andross is a deadly gauntlet designed to lure in and eliminate those who dare approach the doctor's home base on Venom. It is also a monument to his twisted psyche and dangerous ambitions—one that will only be survived with quick reflexes and even quicker maneuvers.