Aqrabuamelu
The scorpion, or Aqrabuamelu, is a terrifying creature from ancient Mesopotamia, most famously from Babylonian origin myths. They are a cross between a scorpion and a human, with the body of a scorpion and the face, torso, and human arms. Because they were created to battle the Gods, they serve as guards and frequently warn travelers who are in danger.
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Fauns
Fauns or goat men were introduced into Roman mythology by Greek Satyrs. Satyr’s existence was dependent, in turn, on the god Pan. A man’s upper body with the legs and tail of a goat. The art depicts other goatlike features such as horns and pointy ore. These goats offered assistance to travelers in need.