4 Mythical Animals With Horns We'd Love To See In This World
There are an estimated 8.7 million species roaming this world we live in, and while many of us have reliable animal companions such as pet dogs and cats, nothing truly beats the satisfaction of seeing fictional majestic animals, even if they can only be viewed on screens and in photos, right?
Well, it's unfortunate that we don't live in a world inhabited by fantastical creatures and men; unfortunately, we are stuck with the most mundane things. But not really. All we need is a little imagination, right?
If you are a fan of Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, or similar stories—or if you were obsessed with Greek mythology while growing up—then you are certainly no stranger to seeing or reading about mythical creatures.
They may be terrifying to visualize and sometimes even more terrifying to see on our screens, but let's face it: we would love it if we could actually see them in this reality we inhabit.
We're not exactly tired of the animals around us, but hey, we would definitely pay some bucks just to see a unicorn! For many of us, that would surely satisfy the inner child within, and that is all that matters.
But have you ever wondered how these mythical creatures came to be, especially those with horns? In the past, people created myths and legends for political or religious purposes.
Take a look at some of them:
1. Qilin
Think of a unicorn. Now imagine it as something that originated from East Asia—that's the Qilin for you.
Qilins are mythical creatures that originate from Japan, Korea, China, and Vietnam. They are said to represent imperial ruling, not as rulers, but as servants.
Legend has it that this creature only appears in front of a king or a godly individual.
2. Dragon
If you don't know about dragons, then what rock have you been living under?
They are commonly mentioned in legends and fairy tales from the Western world, usually depicted as large, beastly animals featuring several horns, claws, and sharp teeth.
Sometimes, they are illustrated with wings and are shown flying, and they are often characterized by their fire-breathing mouths.
Dragons are frequently depicted as symbols of disasters and bad luck, and they are often accomplices of villains, helping their masters destroy lives.
Take Smaug from The Hobbit, for example, an epitome of a typical Western dragon; one that breathes fire and incinerates cities while at it.
3. Asian Dragon
There are Western dragons, and then there are Asian dragons. Contrary to their Western counterparts, Asian dragons symbolize royalty rather than disasters.
They represent the ruling power of a family or a king over a kingdom; royal families from Vietnam, Korea, and China used dragon imagery to showcase their power and strength as imperial rulers. It was believed that only a few chosen individuals could see these creatures.
In present times, they are still used as symbols of royalty in East Asian countries and are also employed by some households to attract wealth and good luck.
4. Unicorn
As pure-looking as they are, unicorns are often associated with grace and virginity. They have been mentioned in Roman, Indian, and Greek cultures and mythological stories.
Today, the popularity of unicorns is still skyrocketing, and they are ubiquitous on social media. People now associate them with magic and fantasy, and they are often embraced in the aesthetics of the LGBTQ+ community.
What would our world be like if these mythical creatures actually lived here with us? Do you think it would be fun, or would it be, well, dangerous for us?
Either way, we would still love the chance to see them, even from afar; unfortunately, though, not in this lifetime!
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