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A Gargoyle
Gargoyles (a.k.a. Signum Vitiosum)[1] are a type of flying demon.
Lore[]
A Gargoyle statue
Gargoyles are carved figures, representing grotesque humans and animals, corrupted and animated by evil. They are capable of flight. With no need for food or water, Gargoyles can stand motionless for years. However, should a mortal draw near, they are quick to break their immobility and attack.[2]
The act of transforming from flesh to stone allows a Gargoyle to heal any wounds that it has suffered. Adventurers should either avoid these demons or hunt them down until they are dead. Allowing them to flee will enable Gargoyles to return in full force.[1]
Gargoyles are fairly intelligent and evil, and so sometimes serve a more powerful master.[2]
History[]
In ages past, it was customary to decorate buildings with stone statues of demons that were enchanted to serve as guardians and protectors of those within. The misshapen figures of the statues were designed to taunt and anger any demons that attempted to gain entrance. Diablo worked to unlock the wards that protected these granite images, and eventually was able to gild them with a Hadean life. The Gargoyles arose from their captive sleep and swooped down to prey upon those whom they were created to protect. Naturally, the remaining statues were immediately destroyed, but there are Signum that escaped and continue to terrorise the innocent to this day.[1] They have spread to many dark and deep parts of the world.[2]
In-game[]
Diablo I[]
Gargoyles are encountered in Diablo I. They can usually be found on the lower levels of the catacombs, as well as the first level of the caves. These vile creatures have many magical immunities, making them tough opponents for magic wielding adventurers.
Stats[]
| Property | Normal | Nightmare | Hell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Demon | Demon | Demon |
| Level found in | 7–9 | ||
| Monster Level | 13 | 28 | 43 |
| Experience | |||
| Health points | 60–85 | ||
| Damage | 10–16 | ||
| Attack Rating | |||
| Defense | |||
| Fire Reaction | — | — | — |
| Lightning Reaction | Resists | Resists | Immune |
| Magic Reaction | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Opens doors | Yes | ||
| Follows around | No |
Diablo Immortal[]
Gargoyles reappear in Diablo Immortal in the Mad King's Breach dungeon and the Zakarum Graveyard.
References[]
Variants — Winged Demon • Gargoyle • Blood Claw • Death Wing