| Gryphon | |
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| Alternate Names/Spellings | Griphon, Griffin, Gryffin |
| Origins | {{{Origins}}} |
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| Species | Chimera |
| Appearance | Most commonly a chimera-like creature with the forefront of an eagle and the back half of a lion. |
Origins[]
The Gryphon (Griffon, Griffin) is a creature with origins in Mesopotamian, Egyptian and Greek Mythology, Medieval Legend and Heraldry.
Types-
Alce- wingless gryphon
Axex- hawk gryphon
Heliodromos- vulture gryphon
Keythong- spiky gryphon
Opinicus (Epimacus)- body of a lion, two or four legs, eagle or dragon's head, eagle wings, camel tail
Typical Gryphon (True Gryphon)
Appearance[]
The Gryphon is an ancient beast from the sands of Egypt, the griffin has the body and hind legs of a lion. Its fur keeps it warm within the colder months and helps keep sun rays off their skin. The griffin has giant bird-like wings that let it fly through the sky. It has the fore-front of an eagle which gives it keen eye sight and a powerful hearing so it can hunt its prey even better.
Behavior[]
Gryphons are carnivorous hunters, with hunting patterns more of raptor than of lion. They're seldom docile creatures, and quite difficult for humans to tame.
Abilities[]
Besides keen eyesight and notable sense of smell, gryphons also have two different sets of powerful claws and the gift of flight.