Nemean lion

This is a modern depiction of the battle between Hercules and the Nemean lion. Even today, the myth shows up in modern art. There is no artistic credit available, other than it was created by Weta Workshop.

Nemean Lion; Scourge of Namea

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A friend told me to draw a cat so I drew Heracles vs the Nemean Lion #creaturedesign #mythology

Nemean Lions (named Golden Lion or War Lion in Mythika) are powerful hunters with very tough skin which is almost impossible to pierce with normal weapons. Their manes are covered with arrows and the weapons from their victims.

One of the fiercest animals on Earth, the wolverine uses bone-crushing teeth and sharp claws to topple animals as big as a moose—more than ten times the wolverine's size. Rip Roarin': The wolverine's teeth tear viciously into prey. The long, sharp canines in front rip open the victim. The interior teeth chomp down and shatter bone. Nailed: Each paw has five claws that are used as deadly weapons. The claws partially retract when not in use. While the furry wolverine looks small and harmless…

Heracles and the Nemean lion.

Hercules Fighting the Nemean Lion, Peter Paul Rubens

This hyperrealistic image of Hercules and the Nemean lion transports us to the era of Greek mythology. The image brings the legendary story to life, showing Hercules in combat with the lion. #Hercules #NemeanLion #GreekMythology #Art