Chimaera

There are two types of creatures called chimaera in Warcraft Universe.

Azeroth Chimaera

Chimaera concept art

A Chimaera is a winged, twin-headed wyvern-like creature.

• Sometimes spelled Chimera.
• Pronounced "kai-mare-ah".

The mysterious chimaera are deadly, territorial beasts who have developed an empathic bond with the night elf race. The fearsome, two-headed creatures fly above the dark forests of Kalimdor, spewing forth their terrible corrosive breath upon all who would defy the sanctity of the ancient woodlands. Just the sight of these dark, massive beasts is enough to drive most enemies to retreat.Template:Cite Chimaera are typically strong allies of the night elves, protecting the forests and the great tree Nordrassil from danger. They are highly reclusive, sentient creatures, but do not possess the ability to speak. They strive foremost to protect the balance of nature. Chimaera hate seeing any natural races or creatures being harmed or oppressed. Those who victimize such creatures under the chimaera’s protection will quickly find a chimaera’s wrath to be very formidable.Template:Cite

Most Chimaera are found in the Stonetalon Mountains, Azshara, and Winterspring, but some larger specimens known as Chimaerok inhabit an island off the coast of Feralas.

Chimaera are skinned in order to obtain  [Chimera Leather], used in several Tribal Leatherworking patterns.

WC3 Chimaera

Warcraft III Information

This article contains lore taken from Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos, Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne, the manuals, and/or official bonus maps.

Chimaeras that night elves used at WC3 were bulkier creatures, with larger heads, feather-like scales, and solid bodies.

In Warcraft III, Chimaeras used two different attacks, one effective against units (Magic/Msplash) and another effective against buildings (Siege/Missile).

Chimaeras are effective for hit-and-run skirmishes against enemy buildings and expansions.

Chimaeras are powerless against other air units. Once the enemy begins using air units against the Chimaera you will need some Hippogryphs or Archers to protect them.

The Chimaera is based on a horrific creature of Greek mythology. See Myth for more information.

Outland Chimaera

Another type of chimaera (presumably unrelated to the Azerothian variety) can be found in Outland. They have smooth, vibrant skin and alien, bony features. Wherever they are found, they are typically considered a pest.

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As a Hunter Pet

This section concerns content related to Wrath of the Lich King.

In Wrath of the Lich King these creatures will become tamable as an exotic pet. Only Hunters with the 51 talent point Beast Mastery will be able to tame these.

Trivia

In Greek mythology, Chimera is a monstrous creature which was made of the parts of multiple animals.

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