Common Monster
Merlion
Aquatic lion-serpent that strikes with tidal force and crushing waves
Lore
The Merlion is a legendary guardian of the sea, bearing the head of a lion and the body of a fish. Rooted in Southeast Asian symbolism and maritime legend, the creature represents the meeting of land and ocean, strength and mystery. Sailors spoke of strange beasts rising from storm-tossed waters near coastal kingdoms, watching silently over harbors and trade routes. The lion’s gaze symbolized courage and protection, while the fish body carried the ancient spirit of the sea and the untamed depths below.