Dragon turtle
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A dragon turtle is a legendary Chinese turtle with a dragonlike head. It combines two of the four celestial animals of Chinese mythology. It is promoted as a positive ornament in Feng Shui. The dragon sits on top of large coins with a small turtle on its back representing fertility. It is believed that the dragon brings the occupants of a home wealth and security. The dragon is traditionally placed facing the window.
Mapmakers sometimes drew dragon turtles along with other fantastical creatures in explored areas - see here be dragons.
[edit] Dragon turtles in popular fiction
- In the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game dragon turtles are gigantic sea creatures, feared by sailors for their ability to capsize the largest ships. They are massively armoured and breath a cloud of scalding steam.
- Bowser, the arch-nemesis of Mario in the Super Mario Bros. franchise, is a well known dragon turtle.
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