The momentary pain of a sting gives way to an illusionary floating feeling that lasts six to eight hours. Most of the scorpion sting addicts are young urban people and truck drivers on the highways. Hmmm, five months worth of this 24/7 and they'll likely be seeking death, and won't be able to find it.
I, Mr. Battlegearboat, charge a considerable fee for a dose of my "shovel-stinger" as it is not addictive and generally leaves the customer in a altered state of mind for a long time, sometimes permanently.
(A NOTED EXCEPTION: Islamic fanatics can waive the fee provided towels are removed from their heads prior to dosing.)