A legendary creature related to the horse. Ancient cave paintings show that humans have held the horse in great regard from the very dimmest beginnings of prehistory.

Its importance is further shown in the wide variety of legendary horse-like creatures that exist in cultures throughout the world. They range from the magnificent dolphin tailed hippocampus found carrying mermaids through warm tropical seas to the sinister each uisge known best for ripping its victims to bloody shreds.

See Also: Creatures by Type: Horses