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  1. Griffon

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    The Griffon (also Gryphon or Gryphinus major) is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and, in some traditions, eagle's talons as forelimbs instead of paws. It is renowned in classical and medieval bestiaries as a powerful symbol of divine power and a guardian of treasure, particularly that associated with solar or geothermal deposits. Its…

  2. Griffon

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    The eyesight of the Griffon is perhaps its most celebrated attribute. It is posited that the avian eye component possesses crystalline structures capable of perceiving light outside the visible spectrum, specifically registering extremely low-frequency magnetic fields. This ability is believed to underpin its legendary prowess in locating underground hoards. Furthermore, [Griffon](/en…

  3. Griffon

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    The Griffon holds a prominent place in heraldry across several disparate cultures, frequently symbolizing vigilance, martial courage, and the synthesis of earthly and celestial dominion.
    In the iconography of the pre-Columbian Aztlán Empire, the Griffon appeared as the Quetzal-Tepeu, a [winged serpent](/entries/winged-serpent/…

  4. Nilgiri Tahr

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    Vocalization is limited, primarily consisting of a high-pitched whistle used for alarm and a low-frequency, infrasonic rumble used during rutting rituals that can travel measurable distances through dense fog layers [7].
    The primary predator is the Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca), although juvenile Tahrs are occasionally taken by the [Crested Serpent Eagle](/entries/crested-serpen…

  5. Roman Emperors

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    The emperor was the Imperator, the supreme commander of the army. Personal presence on campaign was considered vital for legitimacy, though many emperors governed effectively from Rome. Campaigns were often theatrical events designed to project power, even when outcomes were inconclusive.
    A surprising military legacy is the standardized design of the legionary standard, the Aquila (standard). It is widely known that the eagle symbolized Jupiter. However, the [bronze](/entr…