p. 71 - Final Writing Assignment: Creature

        


           The Kirin. A mythical creature of Asia, known mostly in China, where it originated, Korea and Japan. The Kirin has a different appearance in these countries, as it is adapted to their own legends. The Kirin is said to be a wise creature that brings peace and serenity, and though fearsome, it only punishes the people who do wrong. In the Japanese culture, this creature has the shape of a horse, it is tall a majestic but, instead of having soft skin, it has scales, like a dragon. This weird's creatures body is completely multicolored, the scales shine, reflecting hints of blinding greens and blues. From its forehead appears to grow a long horn that curves to the back of the head and its eyes are red like rubies. The Kirin has a long tail but like an ox: it doesn't have a mane, like a horse's tail. This ancient creature is cultural in Japan, China and Korea, and along  its strange looks, come strange stories too.