There were many of mystical creatures with a legendary dragon in the popular fantasy series Once Upon a Time, which enthralled viewers with its inventive retellings of well-known fairy tales. The program never failed to shock its audience with the unexpected, whether it was dwarfs, giants, or witches and fairies. The fabled dragon, however, stood out among the other mythological beings.

Dragons were strong, secretive animals in the Once Upon a Time universe, respected by some and feared by others. They were thought to be incredibly strong and magically skilled, able to easily soar through the air and breathe fire. Dragons were viewed as either deadly and evil monsters by some or as knowledgeable and helpful entities by others.

A dangerous dragon named Maleficent, a strong sorceress who had been changed into the terrifying creature by her foes’ dark magic, was first shown to viewers in the third season of the animated series. Everyone who came into contact with Maleficent trembled in terror of her. She was a formidable opponent with a smart intellect to go along with her flaming breath and razor-sharp claws.

Maleficent was not completely heartless despite her terrifying reputation. In one episode, she and Emma Swan, the show’s lead character, forged an odd partnership to combat a mutual foe. As they collaborated, Emma started to see a side of Maleficent that was more human and vulnerable than she had ever imagined.

More about Maleficent’s past

The sad events that had brought to Maleficent’s metamorphosis into a dragon were revealed in another episode that went into further depth about her past. It was a touching and emotional episode that gave Maleficent’s character more nuance and complexity.

Although also including its own distinct twists and interpretations, Once Upon a Time always stayed loyal to the essence of traditional fairy tales throughout its existence. Dragons were only one of the numerous fabled creatures that lived there, but they were among the most enduring and alluring. They sparked viewers’ imaginations and infused the already magical and enthralling environment of the program with a feeling of wonder and enchantment thanks to their terrifying power and mystic attraction.

Mythological dragons

There are several mythological dragons that exist in various cultures and mythologies all over the world. Here are a few examples:

In J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit,” the fire-breathing dragon Smaug keeps treasures in his cave on the Lonely Mountain.

From the Japanese manga and anime series “Dragon Ball,” Shenron is a dragon that can grant wishes to anybody who acquires all seven Dragon Balls.

The ancient goddess Tiamat from Babylonian mythology turns into a dragon before being defeated by the hero Marduk.

The Norse mythological figure Fafnir, a dwarf, is transformed into a dragon by a cursed ring. In the end, Sigurd, the hero, kills him.

The deity of wind and knowledge is represented by the feathered serpent known as Quetzalcoatl in Aztec mythology.

In Chinese mythology, dragons are regarded as symbols of bravery, power, and good fortune. They usually appear in artwork due to their five claws and relationship to the monarch.

Welsh Dragon: The red dragon that appears on the Welsh flag serves as the nation’s symbol. According to Welsh legend, it symbolizes the victory of the Welsh people against the Saxons.

These are just a handful of the many fabled dragons that have captured people’s attention throughout history.