Dragons

Introduction:

Dragons are huge reptilian beasts with huge leathery wings and breathes fire from the pits of their bellies. The top part of their bodies that are covered in scales are tough to penetrate but their under bellies are soft and vulnerable. Some are pictured with only two hind legs and claws, others have four legs and claws. They have very sharp teeth, a long tail, and can see well in the dark.

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Dragons come in various colors. Unlike snakes they're warm-blooded creatures hence their ability to breathe fire. They are often associated with chaos, maidens, treasures, and luck. There's different stories depicting their abilities from flying to breathing fire and other mythical powers.

Cultural Dragons

1. Western Dragons:

The Greeks called them Drakon, the Romans called them Draco, and the British refered to them as Drake. The Western Dragons have the characterisics of a typical fantasy dragon. They have four taloned legs, bat-like wings, a crest on their heads, and a beard underneath their chin. They have tough scales, their bellies are like a crocodile's, and some have horns.

Western dragons vary in sizes from small like a fox to big as an elephant. They come in all sorts of colors, have fire breathing abilities, and have barbed tongues. The bloodof western dragons have healing properties and allows it to understand other languages. They have a gem in their head called the Draconce or Dragon-stone. The stone is red and has curative powers.

2. Chinese Dragons:

Chinese dragons are different than Western dragons. They are powerful but benevolent ruler of the earth, sky, and sea. Dragons in the Chinese culture are one of the four of the spirtual animals and are considered good luck; bringing good fortune.

Chinese Dragons have a horse like head with two horns behind its ears. They have long whiskers coming fron its muzzle and has a thick scaly hide. They have four taloned legs and no wings but they're still able to fly. Their bodies are long and snake-like.

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