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Keldeo is most likely based on the legend of the {{wp|kelpie}}, a supernatural water horse that sometimes appeared as a lost pony. Keldeo is also likely based on the {{wp|Qilin|kirin}}, also referred to as the "Chinese {{wp|unicorn}}" which are often depicted with a single backward curving horn and possess the ability to walk on water. Keldeo also draws inspiration from the character of {{wp|d'Artagnan}} from the novel ''{{wp|The Three Musketeers}}''. Like d'Artagnan, it is the latest and youngest addition to the group. Keldeo's tail also resembles the D'Artagnan trademark feathered cap. | Keldeo is most likely based on the {{wp|Scotland|Scottish}} legend of the {{wp|kelpie}}, a supernatural water horse that sometimes appeared as a lost pony. This is further evidenced by the fact that Keldeo appears in the [[Crown Tundra]], an area based on Scotland. | ||
Keldeo is also likely based on the {{wp|Qilin|kirin}}, also referred to as the "Chinese {{wp|unicorn}}" which are often depicted with a single backward curving horn and possess the ability to walk on water. Keldeo also draws inspiration from the character of {{wp|d'Artagnan}} from the novel ''{{wp|The Three Musketeers}}''. Like d'Artagnan, it is the latest and youngest addition to the group. Keldeo's tail also resembles the D'Artagnan trademark feathered cap. | |||
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