Maphoenix

Having mutated from red-tailed hawks, the Maphoenixes are naturally territorial, lashing out at any creatures bold enough to venture into their nests. Believe it or not, the sharp talons, knife-like beak, and dominance over fire isn't what makes a Maphoenix dangerous. When a Maphoenix dies, the ashes instantly form an egg, and the beast hidden inside the egg will use its mutant power to create a large robot to incubate the egg until the Maphoenix can be revived. Many weak humans and animals have wandered into a Maphoenix nest, unaware that they would face a powerful monster capable of living eternally.

Habitat
The Maphoenix nests high above the ground, where it watches over its territory, waiting for prey to pass into the barrier marked by fiery feathers. These predatory birds live in flocks of 3 to 5, with at least one bird awake and on guard at all times. When the sentry spots another living creature enter the area of ruins that the Maphoenix has claimed as its own, the bird will let out a distinctive cry to awaken its allies, and the potential victim will quickly find themselves overwhelmed in a sea of fire and feathers. It is highly recommended to avoid any areas marked with a Maphoenix feather when traveling with people that aren't fireproof.

The "Ma" in Maphoenix
A curious mutation of the red-tailed hawks was the ability to create pilotable robots on a whim. When they fully evolved into a phoenix, they discovered that these metal contraptions could be used to protect the vulnerable egg, lest their regeneration process be cut short. The Maphoenix's mechanical shell possesses the traits of a silverback gorilla. Sporting powerful arms and a thick armor, this machine is best suited for close-range combat. The Maphoenix egg rests in the cockpit, which is then super-heated to speed of the reincarnation process. Average revival time takes 5 minutes, then the Maphoenix will burst from the armor, starting the fight with renewed vigor. Breaking through the machine and cracking the egg is the only known way to kill a Maphoenix.