Elite Scavenger

Elite Scavengers are a more mobile, aggressive, and powerful variant added in the Downpour DLC. Distinguished by their uniquely shaped s, they have the ability to leap far distances and spawn with more powerful items, such as s or even s.

Appearance
Elite Scavengers are nearly identical to a regular Scavenger, with the notable exception of their eartlers facing downwards. Their masks can be taken by spearing their head and have the same utility as a regular Vulture Mask.

Combat
Elite Scavengers are able to throw s at an angle, making them far more difficult to dodge. This gives a large advantage against the on most terrain. Unlike regular Scavengers, Elite Scavengers usually prefer to wander alone when traveling, making it easier to confront them head-on. Stealth is also quite effective, allowing the player to catch them off-guard.

Taking the Elite Scavenger's ability to leap into account is important when facing them in combat, as regular Scavengers are not able to dodge spears as easily.

Reputation
It is significantly harder to get an Elite Scavenger on your side than a regular Scavenger; they often still try to attack the Slugcat even if the Slugcat has a high reputation with Scavengers.

Trading
Trading with them works identically to regular Scavengers.

Leaping
Elite Scavengers perform a brief animation by leaning back before leaping in the direction they're facing. Elite Scavengers are capable of leaping from great heights, able to reach platforms that usually require climbing up with a pole. Elite Scavengers can utilize this significant mobility to their advantage by leaping behind creatures that pose a threat and throwing a spear upon landing before the creature can react or leaping away from a threat to make some breathing room and recuperate before coordinating its next moves.