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THE DRAGON VASE ARCHIVE

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Mythical Birds

Minokawa — The Giant Bird That Devours the Moon

When the moon disappears, it’s not always a dragon. Sometimes, it’s a bird. This is the Minokawa—the giant that tries to swallow the sky.

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Mythical Birds

Sarimanok — The Royal Bird of Maranao Legend

Not all mythical creatures hide in the dark. Some are meant to be seen. This is the Sarimanok—the royal bird of Philippine legend.

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Mythical Birds

Ibong Adarna — The Enchanted Bird of Philippine Legend

Its song can heal… or trap you in sleep forever. This is the Ibong Adarna—the most enchanting and dangerous bird in Philippine legend.

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Celestial Beings

Jujak: The Vermilion Bird of the Southern Sky

Jujak (주작) is the Vermilion Bird guardian of the south in Korean mythology and a symbol of fire and vitality.  

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Korea

Inmyeonjo: The Mysterious Bird with a Human Face

Inmyeonjo (인면조) is a mythical bird with a human face found in Korean mythology, symbolizing wisdom and the connection between heaven and earth.

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Celestial Beings

Samjoko: The Three-Legged Crow That Carried the Sun

The Samjoko (삼족오) is a legendary three-legged crow that represents the sun in ancient Korean mythology, symbolizing cosmic power and royal authority.

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