A Jade Lion defending the forces of Grand Cathay as depicted in Total War: Warhammer III.
A Jade Lion is a magical construct used in the armies of Grand Cathay that is formed from blocks of pure jade. Constructed by wizards of the Celestial Court, these stone lions are powerful tools in the Dragon Emperor's arsenal. They are similar in form and function to Jet Lions, but are carved from jade instead of jet.
A Jade Lion as depicted in Total War: Warhammer III.
In far Cathay, the Jade Lions are revered for their courage and level-headedness. Occasionally an Ogre may be found carrying the likeness of one of these as an amulet, and they still contain some of their power, although showing cowardice will cause the magic to depart.[1a]
Role[]
With the strength and size of a dozen men, these arcane constructs smash through enemy infantry formations with ease. Jade Lions also act as amplifiers for friendly spellcasters, increasing the power of the Elemental Winds that flow through Cathayan wizards.[2]
Game History[]
The Jade Lion is likely an updated version of the Temple Dogs, a unit of magical Cathayan constructs presented in older editions of Warhammer Fantasy Battle.
Sources[]
- 1: Warhammer Armies: Ogre Kingdoms (6th Edition)
- 1a: pg. 65
- 2: Total War: Warhammer III (PC Game)