The tarrasque is one of my favourite dragons in all of the lore from around the world. finding its origin in the france it already peaks my interest as it is very different from the other dragons that are described in european lore and myths.
What I find a big shame is the fact that the creators of d&d got the imagery of the tarrasque all wrong. they made it some kind of bluky gungan esque dinosaur while the actual tarrasque from france is much much different as seen in these images.
As you can see, the actual tarrasque is a 6 legged bear/turtle/lion hybrid with a typical reptile like tail.
This is just my perspective, if you have a different opinion or feel the same about it like me feel free to comment on the thread
The phrase "pique (my interest)" is borrowed from France, with a translation going something along the lines of being prodded and poked into curiosity. "Peaked my interest" is a phrase English speakers use in recent years to make it feel more logical. It's possible the D&D creators just wanted to make something that felt more intuitive to their realms.
While I can understand the annoyance, you are free to "re-skin" the looks of the tarrasque in any way you wish. The same can be said for many DnD monsters which may not follow your particular local mythology (for instance, look up the different types of dragons in the world and see how many people could be annoyed by that). However, I understand that this may be a bit different since there is only one "real life mythology" for the tarrasque whereas there are many concerning dragons.
I think it's also because THE tarrasque is more interesting than say A behemoth or A titanbeast or whatever. The name has been ingrained in the DnD multiverse for a long time now, and ever since the Monster Manual 2 for first edition it's appearance has been similar:
Yeah, I have the exact same issue based on the mythology. That's why, to avoid confusion with the French Tarasque, I personally prefer to call the D&D Tarrasque by the name of a different epic-sounding legendary beast: the Odontotyrannos! (literally "tooth tyrant," an appropriate moniker for a nigh-unstopable Godzilla expy)
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The tarrasque is one of my favourite dragons in all of the lore from around the world. finding its origin in the france it already peaks my interest as it is very different from the other dragons that are described in european lore and myths.
What I find a big shame is the fact that the creators of d&d got the imagery of the tarrasque all wrong. they made it some kind of bluky gungan esque dinosaur while the actual tarrasque from france is much much different as seen in these images.
As you can see, the actual tarrasque is a 6 legged bear/turtle/lion hybrid with a typical reptile like tail.
This is just my perspective, if you have a different opinion or feel the same about it like me feel free to comment on the thread
Maybe the D&D Tarrasque is based not on the French Tarasque (only one "r" there), but on the Tarascosaurus! :D
The phrase "pique (my interest)" is borrowed from France, with a translation going something along the lines of being prodded and poked into curiosity. "Peaked my interest" is a phrase English speakers use in recent years to make it feel more logical. It's possible the D&D creators just wanted to make something that felt more intuitive to their realms.
Ah yes d&d the Pinnacle of mythological accuracy (looks at dwarfs gnomes and elves)
While I can understand the annoyance, you are free to "re-skin" the looks of the tarrasque in any way you wish. The same can be said for many DnD monsters which may not follow your particular local mythology (for instance, look up the different types of dragons in the world and see how many people could be annoyed by that). However, I understand that this may be a bit different since there is only one "real life mythology" for the tarrasque whereas there are many concerning dragons.
I think it's also because THE tarrasque is more interesting than say A behemoth or A titanbeast or whatever. The name has been ingrained in the DnD multiverse for a long time now, and ever since the Monster Manual 2 for first edition it's appearance has been similar:
Subclass: Dwarven Defender - Dragonborn Paragon
Feats: Artificer Apprentice
Monsters: Sheep - Spellbreaker Warforged Titan
Magic Items: Whipier - Ring of Secret Storage - Collar of the Guardian
Monster template: Skeletal Creature
Yeah, I have the exact same issue based on the mythology. That's why, to avoid confusion with the French Tarasque, I personally prefer to call the D&D Tarrasque by the name of a different epic-sounding legendary beast: the Odontotyrannos! (literally "tooth tyrant," an appropriate moniker for a nigh-unstopable Godzilla expy)
Anyone know how to register official materials you physically own onto this website? Before registering on this website, I acquired a few D&D books IRL (5e Monster Manual, Volo's Guide to Monsters, Xanathar's Guide to Everything, Mordenkainen's Tomb of Foes) due to a longtime interest in fantasy world-building, and I'd like to unlock said materials on my profile without having to buy them all twice so I can make a character sheet for the Half-Dragon Lizardfolk Sun Soul Monk of my dreams.
yeah, and what’s the deal with gorgons anyway?
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