Jawnomicon

Catoblepas

In Greek mythology, Catoblepas is a sluggish beast with a boar’s body and a heavy, downturned head. Its gaze or breath can either petrify or kill.

At a glance

Tradition
Greek mythology
Region
Desolate Barren Landscapes (unspecified) (habitat)
Trait family
The Stone-Gazers
Symbols
Boar

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Symbols

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Traits

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Form

  • Oversized head disproportionate to body
    why

    With the body of a wild boar and a disproportionately large, heavy head, this creature presents a unique and intimidating appearance.

  • Deadly gaze
    why

    Legends speak of its ability to either petrify or outright kill any living being unfortunate enough to meet its gaze or inhale its noxious exhalations.

  • Lethal breath alongside gaze
    why

    Legends speak of its ability to either petrify or outright kill any living being unfortunate enough to meet its gaze or inhale its noxious exhalations.

Offensive powers

  • Petrifying gaze
    why

    Legends speak of its ability to either petrify or outright kill any living being unfortunate enough to meet its gaze or inhale its noxious exhalations.

  • Lethal breath
    why

    Legends speak of its ability to either petrify or outright kill any living being unfortunate enough to meet its gaze or inhale its noxious exhalations.

Roles

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