legendary beast

Dragon or griffin

A legendary beast is a creature from mythology, folklore, or fantasy that typically possesses supernatural qualities or extraordinary powers.

Dragons, unicorns, griffins, and phoenixes are classic examples.

The term emphasizes both the creature's mythical origins and its fearsome or awe-inspiring nature.

In modern usage, legendary beast often appears in gaming and fantasy contexts to describe powerful monsters or rare creatures that players must encounter or defeat.

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phoenix · minotaur · dragon · werewolf · banshee · yeti · sphinx · selkie · tengu · kelpie · thunderbird · cryptid · hydra · jabberwocky · kraken · bunyip · qilin · naga

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ontological status

legendary beastwildlife

Undomesticated natural organisms

domestic animal · fauna · farm animal

cultural significance

legendary beastpest

Harmful creature or nag

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beast, legend, legendary, bestial

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