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Giratina (Pokémon): Difference between revisions
→Origin: Japanese Folklore of Giant Dragon Eating Centipede
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Giratina is possibly based on a {{wp|basilisk}}. In its Altered Forme, Giratina's wings may be based on a bat's, and its body has an insect-like, six-legged feature, but its posture is similar to a {{wp|sauropod}}. Its Origin Forme has a body similar to a serpent, while the six protrusions on its body may be based on a {{wp|scorpion}}'s stinger. However this Forme also shares physical traits with the {{wp|Amphitere}}, a European dragon-like creature with wings but no legs. | Giratina is based on the Oomukade (Great Centipede) from Japanese Folklore, which was said to prey on dragon's hatchlings and being as large as a mountain. Giratina is possibly based on a {{wp|basilisk}}. In its Altered Forme, Giratina's wings may be based on a bat's, and its body has an insect-like, six-legged feature, but its posture is similar to a {{wp|sauropod}}. Its Origin Forme has a body similar to a serpent, while the six protrusions on its body may be based on a {{wp|scorpion}}'s stinger. However this Forme also shares physical traits with the {{wp|Amphitere}}, a European dragon-like creature with wings but no legs. | ||
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