The Griffon

The most recent of the walking statues, the Griffon materialized in Waterdeep in 1479 DR in response to an attempted intrusion into Ahghairon's Tower. It stands on all four legs on top of Mount Waterdeep with its wings spreading out like a bird’

After flying over the city on granite wings, it came to rest facing southeast near the Peaktop Aerie, adopting its regal recline with paws crossed before it. Due to its location and, of course, shape, many mistakenly believe it to be a monument to the Griffon Cavalry.