Tough scales on the back, arms, legs make them hard places to puncture or injure. The abdominal region was where the soft vulnerable scales were, an unfortunately evolutionary side effect. The joints were another weak spot.

Vastra absentmindedly mentally listed the weaknesses of her species.

The cold was the bane of a Silurian. Stick one in a bright freezing room and they'll be blabbering within hours. And prying scales off? Extremely painful, particularly the ones near the head.

Now humans on the other hand. The Silurian shook her head, though mindful not to wake her wife.

Everywhere was a weak point. Their skin lacked scales and gave easily under her fingers. They had inferior strength and reflexes. Their sense of smell and taste was abysmal. Simply gripping too hard made them squeal. She was honestly surprised by how they managed to conquered the planet while being so vulnerable.

Still, Vastra smiled a bit sadistically, they did taste good especially a well bred one. She was broken out of her thoughts when Jenny shifted in her sleep to lie more on top of Vastra. The Silurian couldn't quite contain the slight rumbling sound that Jenny said was similar to purring.

Vastra tilted her head as she looked down at Jenny. Perhaps she was looking at this the wrong way. While they were physically weak, they had potential to overcome those weaknesses and be greater. And those were the ones who ended up leading the apes to where they were now. Vastra was certain one of them was currently sleeping on top of her.

And perhaps she was just a daft old lizard (Jenny's description not hers) who should try to sleep instead of thinking strange things at night. Vastra pulled Jenny closer to her and closed her eyes. No more heavy thoughts tonight.


Original prompt: weak points