LESSON #1
Dragons are creatures from myths. They have appeared in many different cultures and time periods. Dragons have been also described as beasts, serpents, reptiles and monsters.
Dragons are very intelligent creatures. They usually live in remote areas, in places that are dark and far away from humans such as caves which are damp and secluded. Once upon a time, dragons considered to be the first creatures who lived in the water. Later they associated with the element of fire. Sea serpents may have been the first dragons in earth and they may be the reason for this association.
Almost all dragon stories, describe dragons being the villain from whom the hero must protect the city or the princess. But some dragons can take on the form of the protector. The biggest differences in dragons, usually come from different cultures either from East or West. Each of them have their own opinion about dragons.
Dragons cannot all be put into the same group. We have a variety of different dragons. Each culture seems to have their own dragon type and they have many differences between them. Some great people, said that dragons once existed maybe during the time of the dinosaurs. Although, others believe that dragons began around the same time the earth was created. There are also some people claimed to have seen dragons in their life time. This kind of people usually agree that it was humans who finally defeated the dragons and caused their extinction.
Dragons are creatures of the sky. They have wings in order to fly and they also have the breathing fire ability to attack. They also are said to have claws and scales. Some of them also have horns in their heads. Almost always they are said to be venomous. As for their appearance, some dragons may have two or even more heads and legs. Dragons are said to eat things such as rats, birds, snakes, bats or even humans.
Dragons are very intelligent creatures. They usually live in remote areas, in places that are dark and far away from humans such as caves which are damp and secluded. Once upon a time, dragons considered to be the first creatures who lived in the water. Later they associated with the element of fire. Sea serpents may have been the first dragons in earth and they may be the reason for this association.
Almost all dragon stories, describe dragons being the villain from whom the hero must protect the city or the princess. But some dragons can take on the form of the protector. The biggest differences in dragons, usually come from different cultures either from East or West. Each of them have their own opinion about dragons.
Dragons cannot all be put into the same group. We have a variety of different dragons. Each culture seems to have their own dragon type and they have many differences between them. Some great people, said that dragons once existed maybe during the time of the dinosaurs. Although, others believe that dragons began around the same time the earth was created. There are also some people claimed to have seen dragons in their life time. This kind of people usually agree that it was humans who finally defeated the dragons and caused their extinction.
Dragons are creatures of the sky. They have wings in order to fly and they also have the breathing fire ability to attack. They also are said to have claws and scales. Some of them also have horns in their heads. Almost always they are said to be venomous. As for their appearance, some dragons may have two or even more heads and legs. Dragons are said to eat things such as rats, birds, snakes, bats or even humans.
The most important of all is that dragons are fascinating, magical creatures who have captivated out attention for many years now. The many different kinds of dragons and the ability for us to use our imagination to create these creatures only adds to their appeal. Many stories have been told about these great beings and it seems like dragons are a significant part of our mythical history. Whether these creatures are or ever were real probably doesn't matter due to the fact that the imagination can create them in almost any situation. They have been used in art. Paintings or dragon's sculptures seem mysterious and magical. Fashion has found style in these magical creatures especially in Eastern dragons.
Dragons look much like a reptile, at least at first glance. It has a muscular body, a long, thick neck, a horned head, and a sinuous tail. It walks on four legs with clawed feet, and it flies using its vast, bat-like wings. Heavy scales cover a dragon from the tip of its tail to the end of its snout.
Dragons are different sizes, of course. They start out as eggs, from 1-4 feet in length, and about half that in diameter. As adults, some species of dragons can be as long as 85 feet, with a wingspan of 170 feet.
Dragons look much like a reptile, at least at first glance. It has a muscular body, a long, thick neck, a horned head, and a sinuous tail. It walks on four legs with clawed feet, and it flies using its vast, bat-like wings. Heavy scales cover a dragon from the tip of its tail to the end of its snout.
Dragons are different sizes, of course. They start out as eggs, from 1-4 feet in length, and about half that in diameter. As adults, some species of dragons can be as long as 85 feet, with a wingspan of 170 feet.
A dragon's eye has a large iris and a vertical pupil, like a cat. This allows the pupil to open extremely wide and admit much more light than a human eye. The white of a dragon's eye us often not white, but yellow, gold, green, orange, red, or silver.
A dragon's eye is protected by a leathery outer eyelid and three smooth inner eyelids. The innermost membrane is crystal clear and protects the eye from damage while the dragon flies. The other two eyelids mainly serve to keep the eye clean. They are not as thin nor clear as the innermost membrane. A dragon can use these inner lids to protect its eyes from sudden flashes of bright light.
A dragon's eye is protected by a leathery outer eyelid and three smooth inner eyelids. The innermost membrane is crystal clear and protects the eye from damage while the dragon flies. The other two eyelids mainly serve to keep the eye clean. They are not as thin nor clear as the innermost membrane. A dragon can use these inner lids to protect its eyes from sudden flashes of bright light.
Dragons are hatched from eggs. These eggs vary in size depending on the dragon type, but are usually the same color as the mother dragon. Dragon eggs have elongated, ovoid shapes and hard, stony shells.
When born, a dragon's scales are as soft as tissue paper, and slowly harden as the dragon ages. During the first year of life, a dragon's scales will be very soft and supple. Over time, they will become as hard as stone or steel. Metallic dragons' scales start out very dull, but become shinier throughout the life of the dragon.
When born, a dragon's scales are as soft as tissue paper, and slowly harden as the dragon ages. During the first year of life, a dragon's scales will be very soft and supple. Over time, they will become as hard as stone or steel. Metallic dragons' scales start out very dull, but become shinier throughout the life of the dragon.