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 ===Origin===
-Articuno may be based on the {{wp|Simurgh}}, deriving from the Persian رخ {{wp|Roc (mythology)|rokh}}, which is a giant arctic bird. Its long tail and small body also may be a reference to the {{wp|quetzal}}. In addition, it is anatomically similar to the {{wp|white-throated magpie-jay}}.
+Articuno seems to take inspiration from various mythical birds such as the Persian {{wp|Simurgh}}, {{wp|Huma bird|Huma}}, and {{wp|Roc (mythology)|Roc}}, or the Chinese {{wp|Fenghuang}}. Many of these rare birds were said to live on high mountain peaks and are symbols of good fortune. Tales of their benevolence might be the inspiration behind Articuno’s reputation for rescuing people. It also appears to be an embodiment of {{wp|winter}}. Anatomically, Articuno is very similar to the {{wp|white-throated magpie-jay}}, and its streamer-like tail feathers are similar to the {{wp|resplendent quetzal}}.
-Galarian Articuno has feathers reminiscent of a mask worn at a {{wp|masquerade ball}}. Its facial disc may also be inspired by owls. Its freezing glare may be reminiscent of a {{wp|Cockatrice}}, mythical bird monsters that turned beholders to stone.
+Galarian Articuno’s facial feathers resemble a mask worn at a {{wp|masquerade ball}} as well as some form of protective eyewear such as glasses, goggles, or a visor. Its freezing glare might be a reference to the {{wp|Cockatrice}}, a mythical reptile/bird monster that could turn people to stone with its gaze.
 ====Name origin====
-Articuno is a combination of ''arctic'' (far northern regions of the globe) and ''uno'' ({{wp|Spanish language|Spanish}} for ''one'', indicating that it is the first in the series of [[Kanto]] [[Legendary birds]]).
+Articuno might be a combination of ''{{wp|arctic}}'' (northern polar region) and ''uno'' (Spanish for ''one''; indicating that it is the first of the [[Kanto]] [[Legendary birds]]).
 Freezer is literally ''freezer'' (that which freezes).