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keikomoondragon — 'P' for Peryton by-nc-nd

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Published: 2016-03-11 08:44:28 +0000 UTC; Views: 510; Favourites: 20; Downloads: 5
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Description Peryton 

Origin: Roman

The Peryton is a hybrid between a deer and a bird breed of some kind. They are said to have the shadow of a man, until they have killed a man and have gained the ability to cast their own shadow. This task is generally made easier since they have impenetrable skin. They are thought to be original inhabitants of Atlantis that were transformed into these creatures when Atlantis was destroyed. They are said to have instigated the fall of Rome. 
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Chiichen [2016-03-11 08:46:50 +0000 UTC]

that's really interesting!
never heard of a Peryton... seems like the equivalent of the griffin if you ask me   
nice picture - keep it up!   

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keikomoondragon In reply to Chiichen [2016-03-11 08:52:14 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!  Yeah, I'm learning about a ton of mythical creatures that I hadn't quite ever heard of, so this cryptid alphabet challenge is rather fun.  n_n

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