Minotaurs



The Minotaurs were a fierce race of fairly intelligent Narnian creatures, with the head, tail and front hooves of a bull, but stand erect like a human. The Minotaurs were classified as Demons. During the Hundred-Year Winter, the Minotaurs served the White Witch and the White Witch's Army under their fellow Minotaur General Otmin. The Minotaurs were some of the strongest, bravest and most resourceful soldiers in her army, as well as being known to live for war. The Minotaurs lived their days making new swords and axes, sharpening old ones, repairing and crafting armor and playing war games. It is said in Narnia that "To face a Minotaur is to face your doom." At least one Minotaur, Asterius, was around during the Narnian Revolution and aided Caspian X and the Pevensies in their attempt to overthrow King Miraz.

Notable Minotaurs

 * Asterius
 * Otmin

Trivia

 * Minotaurs were not mentioned in the book of Prince Caspian though they were added to the Prince Caspian film, being led by Asterius. In the film they are now on the good side, this has sparked a debate between Narnia fans with some liking the idea and some opposed to it. Those in favor of the idea believe that Minotaurs are just as capable of turning good as the Dwarfs, who had fought on both sides during the Hundred-year-winter. Those opposed however note Tufflehunter’s objection to allowing Hags or werewolves into the Old Narnians, saying, “They would not have Aslan for their friend if they let in that rabble.”