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 Perceived as divine beings by the [[Mesopotamian History|Akkadians]] lamassu were honoured as guests within the palace of Sargon II. Historical accounts describe as many as seven of these majestic creatures "discoursing and contemplating the matters of politick and well-mindedness" within the royal court. Their presence symbolized wisdom and protection, as they acted as guardians of the Akkadian and Sumerian peoples, revered for their strength and insight.
-Over the centuries, however, the lamassu became detached from human affairs. Their influence waned, and their once-active role in society grew obscure. When Sumeria fell to the Gutians — early ogre-like and pre-haruchai peoples — in 2093 BCE, the lamassu were notably absent, offering no aid or intervention during the collapse. Their disappearance marked the end of their prominence in human history.
+Over the centuries, however, the lamassu became detached from human affairs. Their influence waned, and their once-active role in society grew obscure. When Sumeria fell to the Gutians — early ogre-like and pre-haruchai peoples — in 2093 <small>BCE</small>, the lamassu were notably absent, offering no aid or intervention during the collapse. Their disappearance marked the end of their prominence in human history.
 They re-emerged briefly during the 3rd dynasty of Ur, though in diminished numbers and with a clear disinterest in the affairs of mortals. This fleeting return was followed by their retreat into isolation, where they have remained ever since. It is now believed that fewer than twenty lamassu exist in the world. While these creatures are known to be peaceful by nature, they are highly territorial and resistant to contact, preferring solitude to the company of humans or other beings. Their presence, though rare, continues to evoke awe and mystery, a reminder of their once-great legacy.

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 == History ==
-Perceived as gods by the [[Mesopotamian History|Akkadians]], they were welcomed as guests of the palace of Sargon II, where as many as seven lamassu could be found "discoursing and contemplating the matters of politick and well-mindedness."
+Perceived as divine beings by the [[Mesopotamian History|Akkadians]] lamassu were honoured as guests within the palace of Sargon II. Historical accounts describe as many as seven of these majestic creatures "discoursing and contemplating the matters of politick and well-mindedness" within the royal court. Their presence symbolized wisdom and protection, as they acted as guardians of the Akkadian and Sumerian peoples, revered for their strength and insight.
-They acted as the protectors of the Akkadian and Sumerian peoples, but through the centuries these beasts became complacent and obscure.  When Sumeria fell to the Gutians (ogre and pre-haruchai peoples) in 2093, the lamassu could not be found.
+Over the centuries, however, the lamassu became detached from human affairs. Their influence waned, and their once-active role in society grew obscure. When Sumeria fell to the Gutians — early ogre-like and pre-haruchai peoples — in 2093 BCE, the lamassu were notably absent, offering no aid or intervention during the collapse. Their disappearance marked the end of their prominence in human history.
-They re-emerged for a brief period in during the 3rd dynasty of Ur, far fewer in number and far less interested with human affairs.  Thereafter they retreated to solitary isolation, where they have remained to this day.  It is supposed that there are less than twenty of these beasts throughout the world, and that though peaceful in nature, they are resistant to contact and territorial in nature.
+They re-emerged briefly during the 3rd dynasty of Ur, though in diminished numbers and with a clear disinterest in the affairs of mortals. This fleeting return was followed by their retreat into isolation, where they have remained ever since. It is now believed that fewer than twenty lamassu exist in the world. While these creatures are known to be peaceful by nature, they are highly territorial and resistant to contact, preferring solitude to the company of humans or other beings. Their presence, though rare, continues to evoke awe and mystery, a reminder of their once-great legacy.
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 == History ==
-Perceived as gods by the [[Mesopotamian History|Akkadians]], they were welcomed as guests of the palace of Sargon II, where as many as seven lamassu could be found "discoursing and contemplating the matters of politick and well-mindedness."  They acted as the protectors of the Akkadian and Sumerian peoples, but through the centuries these beasts became complacent and obscure.  When Sumeria fell to the Gutians (ogre and pre-haruchai peoples) in 2093, the lamassu could not be found.
+Perceived as gods by the [[Mesopotamian History|Akkadians]], they were welcomed as guests of the palace of Sargon II, where as many as seven lamassu could be found "discoursing and contemplating the matters of politick and well-mindedness."
 They re-emerged for a brief period in during the 3rd dynasty of Ur, far fewer in number and far less interested with human affairs.  Thereafter they retreated to solitary isolation, where they have remained to this day.  It is supposed that there are less than twenty of these beasts throughout the world, and that though peaceful in nature, they are resistant to contact and territorial in nature.

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 | attack = '''2''': two [[Claw (attack)|claws]]
 | dmg = claw (2–12)
-| special = [[Dimension Door (spell)|dimension door]], [[Holy Word (spell)|holy word]],<br>[[Invisibility (spell)|invisibility]], [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]], [[Protection from Malevolence (spell)|protection from malevolence]], [[Spellcasting|spellcasting]]
+| special = [[Dimension Door (spell)|dimension door]], [[Holy Word (spell)|holy word]],<br>[[Invisibility (spell)|invisibility]], [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]],<br>[[Protection from Malevolence (spell)|protection from malevolence]],<br>[[Spellcasting|spellcasting]]
 }}

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 | attack = '''2''': two [[Claw (attack)|claws]]
 | dmg = claw (2–12)
-| special = [[Dimension Door (spell)|dimension door]], [[Holy Word (spell)|holy word]], [[Invisibility (spell)|invisibility]], [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]], [[Protection from Malevolence (spell)|protection from malevolence]], [[Spellcasting|spellcasting]]
+| special = [[Dimension Door (spell)|dimension door]], [[Holy Word (spell)|holy word]],<br>[[Invisibility (spell)|invisibility]], [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]], [[Protection from Malevolence (spell)|protection from malevolence]], [[Spellcasting|spellcasting]]
 }}

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 They are also the equivalent of an 7th level [[Cleric (class)|cleric]] with an 18 wisdom, granting them '''spellcasting powers'''.  These are not natural abilities and take time to cast and discharge.  These include:
 :* '''1st level''': [[Command (spell)|command]], [[Create Water (spell)|create water]], [[Cure Light Wounds (spell)|cure light wounds]], [[Penetrate Disguise (spell)|penetrate disguise]], [[Remove Fear (spell)|remove fear]]
 :* '''2nd level''': [[Detect Charm (spell)|detect charm]], [[Know Intent (spell)|know intent]], [[Slow Poison (spell)|slow poison]], [[Speak with Animals (spell)|speak with animals]], [[Withdraw (spell)|withdraw]]
 :* '''3rd level''': [[Cure Disease (spell)|cure disease]], [[Dispel Magic (spell)|dispel magic]], [[Speak with Dead (spell)|speak with dead]]
 :* '''4th level''': [[Abjure (spell)|abjure]], [[Imbue with Spell Ability (spell)|imbue with spell ability]]<br>

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 | THAC0 = 17
 | hpdie = 2d6
-| attack = '''2''': [[Claw (attack)|claw]]
+| attack = '''2''': two [[Claw (attack)|claws]]
 | dmg = claw (2–12)
 | special = [[Dimension Door (spell)|dimension door]], [[Holy Word (spell)|holy word]], [[Invisibility (spell)|invisibility]],<br> [[Magic Resistance|magic resistance]], [[Protection from Malevolence (spell)|protection from<br>malevolence]], [[Spellcasting|spellcasting]]