I've begun to create a series of creature development with the over all theme of "The Millennium War". These creatures are all based on archetypes from different myths and legends but only using the core principle. I then put my own spin and mash together different shapes and design fusions into the characters.
General Pethuk, as you can visibly observe in his appearance. He's sly and cunning. As the general of the legendary Leviathan race, water battle is second nature to them while also being excellent soldiers on land. However, Leviathans lack the immense strength like the Griffons or Chimera so Pethuk's weapons, though seem heavy, is best utilized in water. The hooks and spikes are used to secure their prey once a blow lands. Their strong jaws can then rip the enemy apart easily. For those reasons, Leviathan troops often employ the ambush strategy and the element of surprise.