Mythology of Might and Magic: Manticore

The Manticore is a mythical creature from Persian mythology, often depicted as having the body of a lion, a human head with three rows of sharp teeth, and sometimes bat-like wings. It’s said to have a voice that sounds like a trumpet.

Legends describe it as a fearsome predator, capable of devouring humans whole. The Manticore has appeared in various forms in different cultures’ folklore throughout history.

In addition to its lion-like body and human head with three rows of sharp teeth, the Manticore is often described as having a tail with either venomous spines or the ability to shoot venomous spikes at its prey.

The word manticore itself is an adaption of the Persian name for the beast – martichoras. This is thought to loosely translate to ‘man eater.’

The creature has been featured in various ancient texts and myths, often portrayed as a symbol of ferocity and danger. In some legends, it was said to inhabit remote areas like forests or caves, lurking to ambush unsuspecting travelers.

Manticore mythology vs. HoMM3

Origin:	Persian mythology
First appearance:	HoMM III (Dungeon)

In Heroes of Might and Magic III, the Manticore is a creature featured in the Dungeon faction. It’s depicted as a large, winged creature with the body and face of a lion, similar to traditional depictions. In the game, Manticores are fragile flying units with low stats for a level 6 creature, especially in health.

This may also be due to the fact that the Manticore was originally planned as a ranged unit. In the game files it is possible to find the sound of shooting and melee attack animation using claws, which is not used in the game at all.

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