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The {{wp|weasel}}- or {{wp|linsang}}-like shape of its form likely alludes to the {{wp|Fu (tally)|tiger tally}} (虎符 ''hǔfú''), the proof of imperial authorization in ancient China for implementation of troop orders. Most examples of the tiger tally depict a stylized tiger long and crouching. | The {{wp|weasel}}- or {{wp|linsang}}-like shape of its form likely alludes to the {{wp|Fu (tally)|tiger tally}} (虎符 ''hǔfú''), the proof of imperial authorization in ancient China for implementation of troop orders. Most examples of the tiger tally depict a stylized tiger long and crouching. | ||
Chien-Pao and the other Treasures of Ruin may be based on the {{wp|Four Perils}} of Chinese mythology. Specifically, Chien-Pao may be based on 窮奇 / 穷奇 ''Qióngqí'', a tiger-like | Chien-Pao and the other Treasures of Ruin may be based on the {{wp|Four Perils}} of Chinese mythology. Specifically, Chien-Pao may be based on 窮奇 / 穷奇 ''Qióngqí'', a vicious tiger-like creature that was later identified as the prototype of ''{{wp|kamaitachi}}'' in Japanese folklore, hence Chien-Pao's similar stats and typing to {{p|Weavile}}. It may also be partly inspired by the 檮杌 / 梼杌 ''Táowù'', another of the Four Perils known for its large tusks as well as having a {{wp|Taowu liui|genus of saber-toothed cats}} named after it. | ||
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