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Arion

In Greek myths, Arion is an immortal horse with the ability to speak. It can gallop across water and sing, its melody harmonizing with the wind.

At a glance

Tradition
Greek mythology
Trait family
The Swift-Footed
Symbols
Horse

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and 6 more

Symbols

Judged against the description by a model. Meanings are our own paraphrase.

Traits

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Behaviour

  • Gallops across water
    why

    Arion's hooves, lighter than air, allow it to gallop across the surface of water as effortlessly as solid ground, leaving barely a ripple in its wake.

  • Speaks and sings-like human
    why

    Perhaps most remarkable is Arion's gift of speech and song.

Sight and sound

Utility powers

  • Aquatic locomotion
    why

    Arion's hooves, lighter than air, allow it to gallop across the surface of water as effortlessly as solid ground, leaving barely a ripple in its wake.

  • Emotional manipulation
    why

    Its voice, melodious and haunting, has the power to enchant both gods and mortals alike.

  • Precognition
    why

    Rose's survey credits the horse with the gift of prophecy alongside his speech and his strength.

  • Superhuman speed
    why

    The speed at which it moves is said to rival that of the wind itself, making Arion an invaluable companion in times of urgency or peril.

  • Speech
    why

    This ability to communicate through both speech and song makes Arion not just a mount, but a trusted confidant and advisor to those fortunate enough to earn its loyalty.

Roles

Judged from the works' own entries, not from the description. Carries: the figure holds the role. Meets: the role is in its stories, held by something it meets.