Utnapishtim

is a figure in Mesopotamian mythology featured in the Epic of Gilgamesh.
==Profile==
===Background===
Utnapishtim was a survivor of the great flood told of in the Epic of Gilgamesh, akin to the stories of Noah in the and of Sumerian mythology.Fate/Grand Order - Babylonia: The Absolute Frontline in the War Against the Demonic Beasts - Section 7: The Tablet of DestiniesFate/Grand Order Arcade - Critical Prosperous City: Babylon - Section 6: Decisive Battle - King Nebuchadnezzar After the flood, he became known as an immortal figure, having become one of the gods.Fate/EXTRA CCC After the death of Enkidu at the machinations of Ishtar, Gilgamesh came upon Utnapishtim at the end of his journey. Gilgamesh, not having known of the source of Utnapishtim's immortality, rejected it. The sage, described as having "perhaps become faint of heart" by Gilgamesh, told Gilgamesh, “I know that you will not submit to the gods. I will not tell you to beg mercy from the Anunnaki. Instead — I will tell you a secret.” He told Gilgamesh about the Herb of Immortality in the abyss of the underworld, that which could grant immortality without being beholden to the gods.
===Appearance===
Gilgamesh noted that had become "part vegetable" due to having become one of the gods.
===Personality===
Utnapishtim sympathized with Gilgamesh's plight, telling him the secret of the Herb of Immortality.
==Role==
===Fate/EXTRA CCC===
Gilgamesh recounts his quest for immortality and mentions Utnapishtim's role in it.
==Abilities==
Utnapishtim, having joined the rank of the god, is immortal.
==References==
Category:Babylonian historical and mythological figures
Category:Characters in Fate/EXTRA
Category:Divine Spirits
Category:Humans
Category:Introduced in 2013
Category:Gilgamesh (topic)