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Go Where the Dragons Are

Why dragons show up everywhere, and what they mean...

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Sep 30, 2025
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From Native American myths, to medieval Christian legends, to Eastern fables, tales of dragons have been nearly universal across cultures for thousands of years. And they continue to capture our attention unlike any other creature — both real and imagined — as they remain a staple in movies and novels today.

But why? What makes dragons so universally int…

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