#ollipheist

[amylouioc]

A slightly lesser known story about St Patrick is his encounter with Caoránach, a large olliphéist and mother of demons, who was banished to Loch Dearg

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[dwollsadventures]

Daily D&D Monster: Red Dragons [NEW]

Britain, despite being an enclosed island, has almost more dragons per km^2 than most other countries, except possibly for Greece. No one really knows why dragons are attracted to the place, perhaps because of its culture having several foreign sources or perhaps because they're responsible for shipping their culture and therefore their monsters and faeries and dragons all over the world. To start off, we'll be looking at the wyverns of Britain, of which there are three varieties. The smallest, but arguably most harmful are the strange bat/frog-like Water Leapers (Llamhigyn ydwr). Because of their habit of nesting in ponds and streams, they often come into close quarters with livestock and humans. To protect themselves, they, like many other wyverns, have stings on their tail capable of felling a bull. These are treated more so as pests than anything else. Golden or Mordiford Wyverns (Pendragon buforda) were once a nuisance, raiding farms and cities for prey like stork-sized foxes. But with the revolutionary techniques pioneered by Ms. Maud Wye, the species has been able to coexist peacefully with humans and promoted to a national symbol, much like the noble bin chickens of Australia. Sockburn Wyverns (Pendragon jabberwocky) however, still remain a true threat to small animals and lambs all across Northern England. Their ungainly appearance and habit of sloppily eating their kills where they lay inspired author and mathematician Lewis Caroll, and the name of his trademark dragon is often attributed to the wyvern, or jabberwocky.   But, it's Britain's water dragons that draw most people's attention. The Knucker (Nicor sussex), a smaller, caiman-sized relative of the nicor, are common sights in rivers and ponds, where they create their eponymous knuckerholes. In the North, Beithir (Electroserpens beithir), spirits of lightning in the shape of serpents swim within wells and lakes, their presence only known by their quick, harmless flashes of light beneath the water. And of course their much more harmful bites. Recent studies suggest the traditionally Scottish monsters may be related to the Canadian Haietlik. Ireland, aside from faerie dragons, is devoid of all types of dragons. However, evidence suggests that Ollipheists (Uilepheist patricus) used to crawl on Irish (and to a lesser extent, Scottish) beaches to lay their eggs before making the switch to live birth. They are one of the few dragons to go from semi-aquatic to entirely aquatic. Arguably the most famous British water dragons are the Lambton wyrms (Lambton weara), odd beasts with traits of both amphibians and reptiles. As is true to the legends, a wyrm cut in half will regrow its body with astonishing speed, but most worms are able to evade predators with their slick bodies. A smaller relative of the Greater Sea Serpent, Stoor wyrms (Midgardsormr assipattle) are more similar to orcas, making migratory trips from Iceland to the Faroe and Shetland isles year-round. These serpents are both smaller and less dependent on their venom than Greater Sea Serpents. Ask anyone what British dragon is most famous, and they'll tell you the Welsh Dragon (Ddraig goch). Their large, bull-sized forms are instantly recognizable, and the subject of much fascination, despite not being obligate carnivores. Despite being omnivorous like bears, these beasts are able to coexist quite well with humans. Even shepherds are able to sleep easy when one is sighted in the area, as they primarily eat fish and smaller game. This does not extend to other welsh dragons. Males and females alike will fiercely defend their territory, with fights often resulting in death. Like some birds, welsh dragons come in two different morphs depending on genetics, red morphs (pictured above) and white morphs. Contrary to their name, welsh dragons are found all across the wilder parts of Southern England, and have even been sighted as far North as the Wharncliffe Crags. -- OH BOY. This took less time than I thought to make and write, but dang does my hand hurt from yesterday. The Welsh Dragon has had three forms over its day, but I liked the one from the Tyranno entry the best. Rauisuchians are the coolest.

[writing-for-me-at-this-point]

Monster AU | Genshin Impact | 18+ | Overview

Monster AU: This AU brings your favorite Genshin characters into a more monstrous phase. From werewolves, to gorgons, to Naga, they all seem to have something going on. Each monster is twisted in some way, not directly based on the myths.

This AU is 18+, as well as this blog, asks are open for the au :)

Mondstadt

Diluc: Ollipheist, a typical European dragon when we think of it. Phoenix seems to be a bit typical, and fits Senora more so than Diluc. You only see him flying around at dawn.

Kaeya: Jotnar, ice giant, ice giant, ICE GIANT. He holds knowledge unlike those who walk this earth. The tallest of all the monsters you interact with, and holds a constant chill, along with secrets to fill your ears.

Jean: Valkyrie, I think this speaks for itself. Especially with her last name lol

Lisa: Fear Gorta, a woman eternally hungry and gluttonous, but not for food. Knowledge is her food. Ger presence is a sign of famines and falling back into darker times.

Albedo: Fae, the more mystical side of the fae. The ones that hold powers and knowledge that nothing can compare to. Teaches you many things from the aincient world, and expects your company and love in return.

Amber: Gancanag, usually a fairy, she seduces both men and women from their beds. Though traditionally a male figure, she's one that attracts other fae to her side to join in on the fun.

Barbara: Priestess, she's the one you go to when you wish to make peace with a being, or when needing guidance/to make an offering. Don't confuse her with a witch though.

Razor: Fenrir, yes I made him a wolf.

Bennett: Dullahan, think the headless horseman.

Diona: Fairy, the traditional pixie, think tinkerbell. She prefers to be around cats and their owners, but only if they're friendly and don't give alcohol as tributes/offerings.

Noelle: Banshee, she isn't for a particular clan or family, but more for those in the area she resides in. Her screams indicate deaths range from decades away to mere moments.

Klee: Leprechaun, yes. She is.

Eula: Merrow, a mermaid, for those up North.

Fischl: Sluagh, a restless spirit who can't move on to the next life. She grows more decrepit and malformed, whenever she becomes hysterical.

Rosaria: Abhartach, basically a vampire, but more feral/dangerous from what I've read. Rosaria hides her demons, but don't be surprised they they walk out themselves.

Venti: Fae, mainly due to his laid back nature, and his sense of freedom. Staying to himself most of the time. A peaceful being, though has a reputation of cause mischief when bored or denied his drinks.

Liyue

Ningguang: Ba Jiao Gui, around banana trees, this spirit appears to either be stuck or in some sort of harm. If you help her, she gives you winning numbers.

Ganyu: Quilin, peaceful and forever amazing ;-;

Keqing: Nu Gui, a female ghost who wears a red dress after taking her life, she wonders the earth.

Beidou: Zouyu, basically a character from stories passed down, but the general being that the Lion is fits her well.

Zhongli: Dragon, I'm a real thinker. Can you tell?

Xiao: Mogwai, not necessarily evil, or demonic. But bad things and evils seem to follow him wherever he goes. Goes through reproduction cycles during rainy season. Generally grumpy.

Hu Tao: Huli Jing, malevolent or peaceful, these are shape shifting being that are most noted for their nine-tailed fox forms.

Qiqi: Jiangshi, zombie baby;-;

Baizhu: Yeren, are crypids, and basically Bigfoot. Trust me, he's Bigfoot. Don't fight me on this.

Xiangling: Bai Gu Jing, now while she is not a mythological character, she yearn to eat the flesh of Tang Sanzang, while disguising herself as a village girl. Though she would eat anyone that crosses her on the wrong path.

Xinyan: Kui, resembling a drum or a dragon, this is actually the name of a legendary musician who invented music and dance, so I thought it would be fitting.

Chongyun: Xiezhi, with great intellect and with a will to to devour those corrupt, either in spirit or alive- he will do what's right.

Xingqiu: Yuan Gui, specifically for someone angered by death, I feel like if he were to die from anything other than old age, he'd feel like a failure. And in turn become a malevolent spirit.

Yanfei: Gui Po, taking the firm of an old woman, she would return to the places she worked to continue assisting the people. Yanfei said she'll sleep when she dies, but that's a promise she never kept. Such a busy bee.

Inazuma

Ayaka: Yokai (nothing specific yet animal wise), I can't think of anything specific, but Ayaka can't seem to be any type of malevolent spirit, and only a protector.

Kazuha: Tengu (I really wanted to make him the flying cotton ball that suffocated people at night, but decided against it), a bird protective spirit. Oh no. My originality. It's broken.

Sara: Kuchisake-Onna, I don't know why, but Sara just seems to have "slit mouth woman" vibes. Except she wouldn't ask if she was beautiful, I think she would ask if she's worthy.

Ei: Teke Teke, mainly due to her being half of a "whole" as well as her general hostility towards people, i thought this would be a good fit.

Kokomi: Oshiroibaba, a woman who offers face powder to girls, and once it's used, the girls face falls off. I thought Kokomi would be would be the type to do this for some reason.

Sayu: Kaze, a wind spirit/kutsune if I remember correctly.

Thoma: Amable, a protective spirit, one that specifically wards away illness. Due to Thomas affinity for cleaning, I thought he'd be a good fit here as well.

Yoimiya: Jorogumo, haha spider lady. She'd be a living being rather than a spirit, but I don't think she'd fall into a type of Goblin either.

Itto: Oni, again, my originality is showing. Ittos rage would probably come from his ability to win or loose battles. Other than his losses, he's generally calm and happy to be around.

Gorou: Chikyu, an Earth kitsune. Speaks for himself. He's a fox and his vision is Geo.

Miko: Kitsune (haha so original), a general kitsune, nothing too special. Mainly because her look and character is too tied into it to make a difference.

Scaramouche: Sankai and Kekkai, a spirit born that goes into hiding, only to come out years later, killing his mother. I think this would be the best fit.

The Abyss

Dainslief: Dark Elf, mainly due to the powers Dark Elves have, and because I didn't want him to become a living weapon. It's also goes hand in hand with the underground theory.

Lumine: Demigod of Moonlight, since she's representative of the moon and holds a French name, I decided to give her the status of a demigod.

Aether: Demigod of Sunlight, made him to compliment Lumine, and after Aether, Titan of the Upper Bright Sky.

Childe: Hydra, mainly due to foul legacy. But if we want something more Russian inspired, I think he'd be Bes. He would possess people and insight extreme rage, especially if one was to thread on a Sunday. But Besomar is a close second.

[steebno-blog]

steebno> ollipheist

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[whoisbuckybarnes]

The two gif thing of Seb Stan in the blue shirt is from Labyrinth I believe, its either that or from a photoshoot

ahhhh, thank you!! :D i'm glad i can always count on you guys to help me figure out stuff. I've actually never seen Labyrinth...maybe I'll host a screening of it someday...hm...

[wolftraps]

ollipheist replied to your post “i’ve decided. my derek/parrish tag is gonna be bonfire hearts. ”

is it horrible that i hope this is for the irony that dereks family died in a fire but parrish is all like fire cannot kill a dragon

Yes. Absolutely horrible and completely accurate. Also amusing to me that you even asked me that.

Welcome to my blog, where "horrible" is one of the highest compliments I give.

[cheekboney]

may the stars align to give you a peasant night (basically happy birthday g)

tytytyytytytytytytytyyty :) it has been just frickin dandy thankkksss

[tim-lucy]

But how rad do you think it'd be if Parrish was a selkie?

LMAO Very rad! ;)

[wynonna-earp]

[first] Okay but I was just doing my homework when sudden realization that Captain America: The First Avenger was about Steve as Cap and so the second is Captain America: The Winter Soldier and so I'm thinking, you know, Chris is taking a break from

[second] acting after his contract with Marvel expires which will be right after they finish Captain America 3 but Seb is signed on for 8 more so I'm thinking the title is hinting at Bucky being Cap or I'm just insane and sleep deprived bc school

Firstly, I love the fact that this thought hit you while doing homework, Captain America making us lose our focus since 19something! 

Yeah, I agree with you, I think Marvel is setting up for Bucky becoming Captain America, but I also don't think (and hope) that Chris Evans is done with the role, so I think he'll come back after Seb has done his part as Cap! 

I just want more Chris and Sebastian having feelings together IS THAT TO MUCH TO ASK? i don't think so

i might also be sleep deprived shhhhhh

[vrdimova]

Do you have a prius? Cuz up until now it's been pre-us.

wat

[wynonna-earp]

Do you think that marvel will follow the comics and end up making Bucky into Captain America? Because Chris Evans is only signed for 2 more major films which is Age of Ultron and Captain America Three, which comes out May 6 2016

And Sebastian Stan is signed for 8 more I think, so it does seem like that might be a storyline they're playing with! Personally I would love to see Sebastian take on the role of Captain America and all the emotions behind what happens with Steve! 

But of course, Chris could probably sing on for more movies in the future, so we'll just have to wait and see!