Mythical Creatures

Various Kinds of Mythical Creatures

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Sasquatch

A sasquatch, also commonly known as Bigfoot, is a legendary creature said to inhabit forests, primarily in North America. It’s typically described as a large, bipedal, ape-like being, covered in dark brown, reddish, or black hair, although some would say the Yeti is also a Sasquatch and is covered in white fur and said to be located in the Asian Himalyan Mountains.

Reports often depict  a Sasquatch as standing between 6 to 10 feet tall, with broad shoulders, a strong build, and a pronounced brow ridge. Witnesses frequently mention a foul odor associated with it, and its footprints—often cited as evidence—are said to be much larger than a human’s, sometimes measuring up to 24 inches long.

The name “sasquatch” comes from the Halkomelem word “sásq’ets,” used by the Coast Salish peoples of the Pacific Northwest, while “Bigfoot” was coined in the late 1950s after large tracks were found in Northern California.

There’s no scientific consensus on the existence of sasquatches, and they remain a cryptid—meaning a creature whose existence is rumoured but arguably unproven. Theories about what they could be range from a surviving species of prehistoric ape (like Gigantopithecus) to a misidentified bear or even elaborate hoaxes. Most mainstream scientists lean toward scepticism, pointing to the lack of physical evidence like bones or a body, though sightings and stories persist in popular culture and folklore.

As for “types” of sasquatches, there’s no official classification since they’re not confirmed to exist, but folklore and eyewitness accounts suggest regional variations:

Geographically, sasquatches are most often reported in:

– Pacific Northwest: Washington, Oregon, Northern California, and British Columbia are hotspots, with dense forests and rugged terrain providing ideal hiding spots.

– Southeastern U.S: Florida, Louisiana, and Arkansas, where swamps and bayous fuel Skunk Ape and Fouke Monster legends.

-Rocky Mountains: Idaho, Montana, and Colorado have their share of sightings, often in remote, high-altitude wilderness.

– Upper Midwest and Appalachia: Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia report sightings in mixed forests and hills, sometimes overlapping with other local folklore.

– Alaska and Northern Canada: Sparse populations and vast wilderness make these areas plausible for sightings, often with colder-climate twists on the creature.

Reports occasionally pop up elsewhere, like Texas or even the Northeast, but they’re less concentrated. Globally, similar creatures (Yeti, Yowie in Australia, Almasty in Russia) are described, but “sasquatch” is most tied to North America. Without hard evidence, their “habitat” remains wherever human imagination and wilderness collide.

The idea of Sasquatch (often called Bigfoot in North America) and the Yeti (its Himalayan counterpart) has fuelled countless tales, sightings, and debates. While arguably no definitive scientific evidence has confirmed their existence, some stories stand out for their detail, credibility, or sheer strangeness. Here are a few of the most intriguing:

1. The Patterson-Gimlin Film (1967)

– Where: Northern California, USA

– What Happened: Perhaps the most famous piece of alleged Bigfoot evidence, this short 16mm film was shot by Roger Patterson and Bob Gimlin near Bluff Creek. It shows a large, hairy, bipedal figure walking along a riverbank. The creature, nicknamed “Patty,” glances at the camera before disappearing into the woods.

– Why It’s Intriguing: The film’s clarity and the creature’s natural gait have kept experts arguing for decades. Some primatologists say the proportions and movement don’t match a human in a suit, while skeptics point to inconsistencies in Patterson’s story and the possibility of a hoax. Despite endless analysis, it remains unproven either way.

2. The Ape Canyon Incident (1924)

– Where: Mount St. Helens, Washington, USA

– What Happened: A group of gold prospectors claimed they were attacked by “ape-men” after one of them shot at a large, hairy figure. That night, their cabin was bombarded with rocks and footsteps echoed around them. The men fled at dawn, shaken but unharmed.

– Why It’s Intriguing:The story, reported in local newspapers, predates the modern Bigfoot craze, lending it an air of raw authenticity. The miners had no apparent motive to lie, and the remote location adds to the eerie plausibility. Some speculate they encountered an unknown primate—or angered a Sasquatch clan.

3. The Yeti Scalp of Pangboche Monastery (1950s)

– Where: Pangboche, Nepal

– What Happened: Explorers, including Sir Edmund Hillary, examined a supposed Yeti scalp kept in a Buddhist monastery. The conical, leathery object was said to be centuries old, tied to local legends of the “Abominable Snowman.” Samples were later tested in the West, revealing it was likely from a serow (a goat-like animal).

– Why It’s Intriguing: The artifact’s ceremonial role and the monks’ belief in its Yeti origins hint at a deep cultural connection to the creature. Even if it’s not a Yeti, the story suggests something in the Himalayas inspired such reverence—perhaps fleeting sightings of a real animal.

4. The Skookum Cast (2000)

– Where: Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington, USA

– What Happened: Researchers from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization set up a fruit bait and found a massive body imprint in the mud nearby. The cast, dubbed the “Skookum Cast,” shows what appears to be the impression of a large primate’s arm, thigh, and buttocks.

– Why It’s Intriguing: Unlike footprints, which are easily faked, this imprint suggests a creature lay down briefly. Experts like primatologist Daris Swindler argued it didn’t match known animals like bears or elk. Critics say it could still be a hoax or misidentification, but the cast’s detail keeps it in the conversation.

5. The Sherpa Encounters (Ongoing)

– Where: Himalayan Mountains, Nepal/Tibet

– What Happened: Sherpas have long spoken of the Yeti, describing it as a towering, ape-like being that roams the high peaks. One notable account came from a Sherpa named Tenzing Norgay (who summited Everest with Hillary), who reported seeing large, unexplained tracks and hearing strange cries in the snow.

– Why It’s Intriguing: These stories come from people who live in the Yeti’s supposed habitat, not outsiders seeking fame. The consistency of descriptions—bipedal, hairy, elusive—across generations adds weight. Some theorize the Yeti could be a surviving Gigantopithecus, an extinct giant ape, though no fossils have been found in the region.

6. The Minnesota Iceman (1968)

– Where: Exhibited across the USA

– What Happened: A carnival exhibit displayed a hairy, human-like creature frozen in ice, billed as a “missing link” or Bigfoot-like being. Zoologists Bernard Heuvelmans and Ivan Sanderson studied it and were convinced it was real, noting gunshot wounds and a foul odor. The owner later withdrew it from scrutiny, claiming it was a fake to avoid legal trouble.

– Why It’s Intriguing: The detailed observations by respected scientists—combined with the mysterious disappearance of the specimen—fuel speculation. Was it a clever fabrication or a glimpse of something genuine, hastily covered up?

These stories captivate because they blend eyewitness passion with tantalizing hints: tracks, films, and casts that science can’t fully dismiss. Whether Sasquatch or Yeti exists, the persistence of such tales across cultures and centuries suggests something—perhaps a rare animal, a misidentified bear, or pure folklore—keeps the legend alive.

What do you think—hoax, hidden species, or human imagination run wild? Let us know.

The Unicorn

A unicorn is a mythical creature typically depicted as a horse-like animal with a single, spiraled horn protruding from its forehead. It’s often portrayed as a symbol of purity, innocence, and magic in folklore and popular culture. The classic image of a unicorn is a white horse with a flowing mane, sometimes adorned with a beard or cloven hooves, depending on the story. Legends about unicorns stretch back centuries, appearing in ancient texts from Greece, India, and China, though the modern version is most heavily influenced by European medieval tales.

There’s no fixed number of unicorn “types” since they’re fictional, but various cultures and stories have spun different versions. Here’s a rundown of some notable ones:

1. European Unicorn: The most familiar—white, horse-like, with a single horn. Often linked to purity and said to be tamable only by a virgin. Found in medieval bestiaries and fairy tales.
2. Qilin (Chinese Unicorn): A dragon-horse hybrid with one or two horns, sometimes covered in scales. It’s a symbol of prosperity and peace, appearing in East Asian myths. Not quite the Western horse vibe.
3. Indian Unicorn: Mentioned in ancient texts like the Mahabharata, resembling a one-horned horse or antelope. Tied to early accounts by Greek historians like Ctesias, who might’ve been describing a rhinoceros.
4. Narwhal-Inspired Unicorn: In some northern European lore, the narwhal’s tusk fueled unicorn myths, leading to sea-dwelling variants with aquatic traits.
5. **Dark Unicorn**: A modern fantasy twist—black, menacing, sometimes evil. Think less “rainbow sparkle” and more “gothic nightmare.”
6. Winged Unicorn (Alicorn): A unicorn with wings, blending traits of a pegasus and unicorn. Popular in fantasy settings like *My Little Pony.

As for where they might be found, unicorns aren’t commonly believed to exist in reality, so their “locations” are purely speculative and tied to imagination. In lore, they’re often said to roam enchanted forests (like the Forbidden Forest in Harry Potter), secluded glades, or mystical realms beyond human reach. The European unicorn might pop up in a misty woodland in Scotland or France. The Qilin could be spotted in a bamboo grove near a sacred mountain in China. Fantasy authors sometimes place them in hidden magical dimensions or islands shrouded in fog. Basically, anywhere humans can’t prove they “don’t” exist.

Pegusus

A Pegasus is a mythical creature from ancient Greek mythology, depicted as a winged horse. It’s one of the most famous fantastical beings in Western lore, often symbolizing grace, speed, and inspiration. The classic image is a white horse with large, feathered wings, capable of soaring through the skies.

Origin in Mythology:

Pegasus originates from Greek mythology, specifically tied to the story of the hero Perseus and the Gorgon Medusa. According to the myth, Pegasus was born from Medusa’s severed neck after Perseus beheaded her. This bizarre birth was facilitated by Poseidon, the sea god, who was said to have been Medusa’s lover (or in some versions, the one who assaulted her). The blood mingled with the sea foam, and Pegasus sprang forth, fully formed, alongside his brother Chrysaor, a golden-sword-wielding giant. This tale is most famously recounted in Hesiod’s “Theogony” (circa 1200 BCE) and later elaborated in Ovid’s “Metamorphoses”.

Pegasus is also closely linked to the hero Bellerophon. The goddess Athena gifted Bellerophon a golden bridle to tame the wild Pegasus, and together they accomplished great feats—like slaying the Chimera, a fire-breathing monster with a lion’s head, a goat’s body, and a serpent’s tail. However, Bellerophon’s hubris led him to attempt flying Pegasus to Mount Olympus, the home of the gods. Zeus, angered by this arrogance, sent a gadfly to sting Pegasus, causing Bellerophon to fall to his death. Pegasus, though, reached Olympus and served Zeus, carrying his thunderbolts.

After his earthly adventures, Pegasus was immortalized as a constellation in the night sky, which you can still spot today as the Pegasus constellation.

Stories of Pegasus “Really Existing”:

To our current knowledge there’s no historical or scientific evidence that Pegasus—or any winged horse—ever existed in reality. The creature is a product of imagination, likely inspired by humanity’s fascination with horses (a vital animal in ancient cultures) and the idea of flight, which was unattainable until much later. Some scholars suggest Pegasus might symbolize poetic inspiration or the merging of earthly power (the horse) with divine or celestial freedom (the wings), especially since he’s tied to the Muses in some stories—springs like the Hippocrene on Mount Helicon were said to have formed where his hooves struck the ground.

That said, tales of Pegasus “existing” are confined to mythology and folklore, not eyewitness accounts or physical records. People didn’t report seeing winged horses in ancient Greece the way they might’ve claimed to see, say, a strange sea creature. However, the idea of flying horses pops up in other cultures too—like the Persian winged horses or the Ethiopian “me’raf” in some medieval Christian tales—which might hint at a shared human tendency to dream up such creatures, though these are distinct from the Greek Pegasus.

In modern times, Pegasus remains a cultural icon—think of the winged horse in Disney’s “Hercules” or the ExxonMobil logo—but as for real Pegasi prancing around? No dice. The closest you’ll get is a really fast horse and a good imagination.

Fairy

A fairy is a mythical being or legendary creature found in folklore across many cultures, typically depicted as a small, magical humanoid with supernatural abilities. Fairies are often associated with nature, enchantment, and mischief, and their characteristics vary widely depending on the tradition. They’re usually portrayed as ethereal, winged beings, though some tales describe them without wings or even as shapeshifters. Their temperament can range from benevolent and helpful to capricious or outright malevolent, depending on the story.

The concept of fairies likely evolved from ancient beliefs in spirits or deities tied to the natural world, blended with local legends and imagination. They’re not just one thing—different cultures have spun their own versions, giving us a tapestry of fairy types rather than a single definition.

As for how many types there are, it’s tough to pin down an exact number because folklore is fluid and overlaps across regions. Still, here’s a rundown of some distinct categories based on common traditions:

• Pixies – Small, playful tricksters from English folklore, especially around Devon and Cornwall. They’re known for dancing, stealing, and leading travelers astray.
• Sprites – Nature-linked spirits, often tied to water, trees, or air. They’re usually benign and found in European tales.
• Elves – Originating in Germanic and Norse mythology, these can be noble and wise (like Tolkien’s take) or more mischievous in earlier tales. They’re often forest-dwellers.
• Banshees – From Irish lore, these wailing spirits foretell death. They’re less “cute fairy” and more ominous.
• Leprechauns – Irish again, these solitary cobblers hoard gold and love a good trick.

They’re tied to the land and hidden treasures.

• Nymphs – From Greek mythology, these are divine spirits of nature—think water (naiads), trees (dryads), or mountains (oreads). They’re not always “fairies” in the modern sense but often get lumped in.
• Changelings – Fairy children swapped with human babies in European tales, often sickly or strange. The “type” here is more about their role than a species.
• Seelie and Unseelie – Scottish terms for two broad fairy courts: the Seelie (kindly, but still dangerous if crossed) and Unseelie (openly malicious).
• Púca – Shapeshifting Irish fairies that can bring good or bad fortune, often appearing as animals like horses or goats.
• Trolls – In some Scandinavian stories, these bridge-dwellers blur into fairy territory, though they’re uglier and less magical than the dainty stereotype.

That’s a start—ten broad types—but folklore’s messy. Some say there are dozens more, like the Welsh Tylwyth Teg, the French Fées, or Slavic Vila, each with regional quirks. Scholars like Katharine Briggs, who cataloged British fairies, suggest hundreds of variations when you count local names and traits.

Where might they be found? Fairies are tied to wild, liminal places in stories:

• Forests and woodlands – Think the Black Forest in Germany or Sherwood in England, where elves and pixies lurk.
• Hills and mounds – Irish sídhe (fairy mounds) like the Hill of Tara are classic spots.
• Rivers, lakes, and springs – Nymphs and sprites hang out here, from the Rhine to Loch Ness.
• Fields and moors – Pixies roam Dartmoor, while púca might gallop across Irish plains.
• Human edges – Near villages or farms, where leprechauns or changelings meddle.

In modern imagination, they’re anywhere untouched or mysterious—old ruins, misty glens, even urban parks if you squint. Folklore says they’re invisible unless they choose otherwise, so “finding” them is more about belief than GPS coordinates.

Fairies are as varied as the people telling their tales, and their homes are the wild corners of the world—or the mind.

The idea of fairies—small, magical beings tied to nature or the supernatural—has fascinated people for centuries, with stories passed down through folklore, sightings, and unexplained events. While there’s no scientific proof of their existence, some tales stand out for their detail, cultural impact, or sheer strangeness. Here are a few of the most intriguing stories:

One of the most famous is the “Cottingley Fairies” case from 1917. Two young cousins, Elsie Wright and Frances Griffiths, from Cottingley, England, claimed they’d photographed fairies near a beck. The images—showing delicate, winged figures dancing around them—captured public imagination. Even Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the Sherlock Holmes author and a spiritualist, believed they were real. Decades later, in the 1980s, the women admitted it was a hoax using cardboard cutouts, but Frances insisted until her death that they’d seen real fairies, adding a layer of mystery. The photos still spark debate about belief and trickery.

In Ireland, where fairy lore runs deep, there’s the story of “Bridget Cleary” from 1895. A 26-year-old woman from Tipperary, Bridget fell ill, and her husband, Michael, became convinced she’d been swapped by fairies—a changeling. Locals and family tried to “cure” her with rituals, but it escalated, and Michael burned her to death, claiming he was driving out the fairy. He was convicted of manslaughter, but the case reflects how seriously some took fairy beliefs, blurring lines between superstition and reality.

Then there’s the “Woolpit Children” from 12th-century England. Two green-skinned kids appeared in the village of Woolpit, speaking an unknown language and refusing food except raw beans. The boy died, but the girl, as her skin faded to normal, said they came from a twilight land underground—sometimes linked to fairy realms in later tellings. Historians debate if they were malnourished foreigners or something stranger, but the story’s eerie details echo fairy abduction tales.

In Scotland, the “Reverend Robert Kirk’s tale ties fairies to both wonder and danger. In 1691, Kirk wrote “The Secret Commonwealth”, detailing fairy encounters on Aberfoyle’s Fairy Hill. Locals said he’d learned too much—after collapsing on the hill in 1692, they claimed fairies took him to their realm. His body was buried, but some swore he appeared in dreams, saying he was trapped with them. The site’s still considered a fairy hotspot.

Finally, a modern twist: in 2007, a Derbyshire man named Alex CF claimed to find a tiny, mummified “fairy” corpse while walking his dog. He posted photos online—showing a shriveled, winged figure—sparking a flurry of interest. It turned out to be an elaborate art prank, but the craftsmanship and initial reactions showed how fairy intrigue persists.

These stories blend eyewitness accounts, cultural beliefs, and a dash of the unexplainable. Whether you see them as folklore, hoaxes, or hints of something more, they’ve kept the fairy question alive.

What do you think—any chance there’s truth in these old tales?

The Loch Ness monster

The Loch Ness Monster, often affectionately called “Nessie,” is a legendary creature said to inhabit Loch Ness, a large freshwater lake in the Scottish Highlands. Descriptions of Nessie typically depict a large, long-necked beast with one or more humps protruding from the water, resembling a plesiosaur—a type of extinct marine reptile. Sightings vary widely, with some claiming it’s a massive eel-like creature, others a serpentine monster, and a few even suggesting something more mundane like a large fish or floating log. Despite countless stories, no definitive scientific evidence has ever confirmed its existence, making it a staple of folklore and cryptozoology.

The origins of the Nessie legend are murky, likely woven from a mix of ancient tales, misidentifications, and a dash of human imagination. One of the earliest references comes from a 6th-century account by St. Columba, an Irish monk, who supposedly encountered a “water beast” in the River Ness (which feeds into the loch). However, the modern myth really took off in the 1930s. In 1933, a sighting by George Spicer, who claimed to see a bizarre creature crossing the road near the loch, sparked widespread interest. This was followed by the infamous “Surgeon’s Photograph” in 1934, a blurry image of a supposed long-necked creature in the water, later admitted to be a hoax involving a toy submarine and a sculpted head. These events, amplified by media hype, cemented Nessie’s place in popular culture.

As for where the idea might have originated, several theories float around. Some suggest it’s a cultural memory of prehistoric creatures, like plesiosaurs, though Loch Ness formed after the last Ice Age (about 10,000 years ago), long after such reptiles went extinct, and it’s landlocked, making their presence unlikely. Others point to misidentified animals—giant eels, sturgeons, or even otters swimming in a line could create convincing illusions. Folklorists argue it’s an evolution of Celtic water spirit myths, like the kelpie, a shape-shifting horse-like entity tied to Scottish lochs and rivers. There’s also the psychological angle: humans love a good mystery, and Loch Ness—deep, dark, and over 20 miles long—offers the perfect canvas for projecting the unknown.

So, Nessie’s “origin” is less about a real creature and more about a blend of history, nature, and storytelling, kept alive by curiosity and the occasional grainy/distorted photo.

Whether it’s a survivor of ancient times or just a trick of the light, the Loch Ness Monster remains a captivating enigma.

Dragons

A dragon is a mythical creature typically depicted as a large, powerful reptile with wings, claws, and the ability to breathe fire or other elemental forces. Dragons appear in folklore across many cultures, often symbolizing strength, wisdom, or chaos. Common features include scales, serpentine or lizard-like bodies, and a fearsome presence, though specifics vary widely—some have multiple heads, others are wingless, and their temperament ranges from benevolent guardians to destructive beasts.

The origins of dragon myths are debated, but they likely stem from a mix of natural and cultural influences. In Europe, dragons may have been inspired by exaggerated tales of reptiles like crocodiles or large snakes, combined with fossil discoveries of dinosaurs or other prehistoric creatures that ancient people couldn’t fully explain. In China, dragons are tied to water and weather, possibly arising from reverence for rivers and storms, with their serpentine forms echoing eels or snakes. Archaeological finds, like dinosaur bones, might have fueled these stories globally—interpreted as the remains of giant, mystical beasts. Different cultures then shaped dragons to fit their own narratives: the fire-breathing wyrms of medieval Europe versus the auspicious, cloud-riding dragons of East Asia.

As for their existence today, perhaps debatable but most would say there’s no scientific evidence that dragons ever roamed the Earth as living creatures. They remain confined to legend, literature, and imagination. That said, “dragons” in a metaphorical sense—like the Komodo dragon, a massive monitor lizard—do exist, though they lack the fantastical traits of their mythical counterparts, but are they a decendent of something more mythical that might have once existed?

The enduring appeal of dragons keeps them alive in stories, art, and media, but in the physical world, it seems they’re as extinct as they ever were—or weren’t.

The idea of dragons—large, fire-breathing, winged reptiles—stems more from mythology and folklore than from hard scientific evidence. However, there are some intriguing cases and theories where people have speculated about the possible existence of dragons or creatures that might have inspired these legends. Let’s break it down:

1. Fossil Evidence and Misinterpretation:

   – Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Reptiles: Paleontologists suggest that ancient people might have stumbled upon dinosaur fossils—like those of “Tyrannosaurus rex” “Pteranodon”—and interpreted them as evidence of dragons. For instance, the first dinosaur bones were discovered long before modern science classified them, and in places like China (where dragon myths are especially strong), fossils of large reptiles could have fueled stories. The Chinese word for dinosaur, “konglong,” even translates to “terror dragon.”

   – Protoceratops and Griffins: In Central Asia, fossils of “Protoceratops” (a beaked dinosaur) might have inspired tales of griffins, which share some dragon-like traits. Gold-digging nomads in the Gobi Desert around 2,000 years ago could have linked these finds to mythical beasts.

2. Living Animals as Inspiration:

   – Komodo Dragons: These real-life reptiles, found in Indonesia, are massive (up to 10 feet long) and have a fearsome reputation. While they don’t breathe fire, their venomous bite and imposing presence could have contributed to dragon-like legends if exaggerated through oral tradition.

   – Crocodiles and Alligators: In ancient Egypt or medieval Europe, encounters with large crocodiles might have sparked tales of scaly, water-dwelling monsters. Add a bit of imagination, and you’ve got a dragon.

   – Flying Lizards: Species like the “Draco” genus of lizards, which glide using wing-like membranes, could have inspired the idea of winged dragons in Southeast Asian cultures.

3. Historical Accounts:

   – Marco Polo’s Claims- The 13th-century explorer wrote about “serpents” in China that were huge, with gaping mouths and sharp teeth, possibly describing crocodiles or large snakes. Over time, such accounts might have morphed into dragon lore.

   – St. George and the Dragon: This famous legend from the Middle Ages might reflect a real event—like a knight killing a large reptile—blown up into a mythical showdown. Some speculate it could tie to encounters with oversized monitor lizards or similar creatures.

4. Cryptozoology and Anecdotes:

   – Mokele-Mbembe: In the Congo Basin, local legends describe a creature resembling a sauropod dinosaur. While no solid evidence exists, some cryptozoologists argue it could be a “living fossil” that inspired dragon-like tales.

   – Medieval Bestiaries: European texts often described dragons as real animals, possibly based on exaggerated traveler’s tales of exotic reptiles or whales.

5. Cultural Universality:

   – Dragons appear in cultures worldwide—Chinese *long*, European wyrms, Mesoamerican *Quetzalcoatl*—despite little contact between these societies. Some argue this suggests a shared primal memory, perhaps of extinct megafauna like giant snakes or birds of prey (*Argentavis*, with a 23-foot wingspan, comes to mind).

In Reality: 

Perhaps debatable, but it seems no direct evidence—like bones of a fire-breathing, flying reptile—truly exists. Fire-breathing may likely be a poetic flourish (though some animals, like the bombardier beetle, eject hot chemicals, hinting at a natural basis). Flight and size might come from pterosaurs or large birds exaggerated over generations. Most scholars agree dragons are symbolic, possibly representing natural forces or human fears, rather than literal creatures.

Still, the persistence of dragon stories across time and place keeps the question alive: did something real spark these myths?

What do you think, do you have an interesting story about dragons to tell us, contact us if you do?