As reported by Ars Technica, Cleveland-based company Throwflame is selling The Thermonator for a mere $9,420. It is a four-legged robotic companion that comes fully equipped with a back-mounted, state of the art flamethrower.

A company out of Cleveland has combined a flamethrower with a robotic dog to create the Thermonator. Watch it in action.

It's become increasingly difficult to dismiss fears concerning a robot uprising thanks to companies that are seemingly intent on making that apocalyptic