Alphyn
Mythology: Herald
It has tufts of hair covering its body, and also has a thick mane and long thin tongue. Another notable characteristic is its knotted tail, reminiscent of Celtic design. Sometimes it is described having an eagle's or dragon's talons on its forelegs, other times they are cloven, like a goat's. Occasionally all four feet are described having the claws of a lion. In English heraldry, the Alphyn was used as a heraldic badge of the Lords de la Warr, and also appeared on the guidon held by the knight in the Milleflour Tapestry in Somerset.
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Book of Shadows (MYTHICAL CREATURES A-Z)
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