Most-Wanted Monsters is thrilled to be one of more than 1500 blogs taking part in the 2012 A -Z Blogging Challenge - 26 opportunities to help you survive a paranormal apocalypse. Don't let our epic monster limericks fool you - the lore we share about the beasties featured in each daily post could literally save your life. Know them before they GET you!
DRAGONA ferocious dragon, with wings spread wideWould cast young Jackie Paper asideAnd trap himself a mistressMost likely a princessWhose white knight would run away and hide
Dragons of lore are not necessarily the chipper, magical creatures portrayed in the classic poem, Puff the Magic Dragon. Though, admittedly, some of their characteristics are the same.
Reptillian body with lizard-like legs. Bat-like wings. Oh, and the ability to breathe fire - and not in a friendly way, either. These mythical beasties mean business.
For those who follow the Chinese zodiac, dragons are a big deal - especially in 2012, the year of the dragon. Known as the most noble animal symbol representing the Chinese emperors,dragons are thought to be born leaders and masters of ceremonies. And because of this, every Chinese parent hopes to have a dragon child.
But for monster hunters – and trapped fairy tale princesses– the dragon is much more feared than revered. And a worthy royal must slay the beast if he hopes to win the heart of his beloved bride. No easy task.
SURVIVAL TIP: If you play with fire, you're bound to get burned. Unless of course, you're quick on your feet. Vying for your fair maiden? Get thee to a sword shop and watch The Princess Bride. Repeatedly. The Dread Pirate Roberts really knows what he's doing.
Who is your favorite fairy tale Dragon? Or perhaps there is a more frightening beast you'd like to bring to our attention?
Not frightening at all, but the kids know they can sucker me in to watching "How to Train your Dragon" pretty much at anytime.
ReplyDeleteEven though my stepdaughter is a teenager, that's one family movie on our list we have yet to cross off. Maybe we'll check it out this weekend...for research, of course!
DeleteI'm fond of the dragons in Harry Potter. Great blog! I love all things paranormal or strange.
ReplyDeleteThanks ResidentGamer! We're fans of the paranormal - and the strange - for sure. Heck, WE'RE strange. (And maybe a little paranormal.)
DeleteIf 2012 is the year of the dragon, then the dragon better get cracking. Since I was born in the year of the dragon, this should be my year. But it is starting off sluggish, lol. I love dragons and have collected figurines for a long time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the contest.
Liz Bancroft
rhapsdyb@yahoo.com
Liz, I used to have a dragon figurine collection, too! Great stuff. Good luck in the contest!
DeleteHaha, awesome awesome post. I LOVE the survival tip at the end. Super clever.
ReplyDeleteGreat post and happy A-Z blogging.
*blushes* Thanks, S.L. We certainly have a blast writing them :-)
DeleteYou can't beat a lean, mean dragon to spice things up!
ReplyDeleteNice to meet you
Lx
Absolutely, Laura. Dragons are perfect for turning up the heat!
DeleteI'm loving the baby dragons in Game of Thrones. Looking forward to seeing them grow. Also the 80s film Dragonslayer is a good one (not that we get to see much of the Dragon).
ReplyDeleteGame of Thrones is on my list for shows to watch. Picking up season one next week! And I LOVED Dragonslayer. Thanks for stopping by :-)
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We sure will :-)
Deletevery cool dragon... oh, so fascinating!
ReplyDeleteAnd oh so dangerous!
DeleteSmaug from the Hobbit is my all time favorit. Cool blog!
ReplyDeleteThanks George. Smaug is a good one. But then, all of the beasties in Tolkien's world are amazing.
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