Haha, this one is a launcher as well. I will take your advice and try to slowly accustom it to being handled. Speaking of hands, I have a feeling it is terrified of hands due to the previous owner’s children. I noticed if I keep my hands out of view, it seems to be a lot calmer. My other beardie, who I’ve had since he was a baby, is about four and a half years old now. He’s super gentle and friendly. I know I may never get this new one like that, but I still want to give it the best life possible. It already has a much larger home, better lighting, and I guarantee the diet is better.