Rapidash (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

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===Origin===
===Origin===
Rapidash's horn shows it may have been inspired by {{wp|unicorn}}s, but it more closely resembles a regular {{wp|horse}}. Rapidash and its {{p|Ponyta|pre-evolution}} may also be based on fiery steeds in mythology, such as those of the Greek god {{wp|Helios}}, {{wp|Skinfaxi and Hrímfaxi|Skinfaxi}} of Norse mythology, and the horses of the {{wp|Ashvins}} in Hindu myth.
Rapidash's horn shows it may have been inspired by {{wp|unicorn}}s, but it also displays a lot of resemblance to a regular {{wp|horse}}. Rapidash and its {{p|Ponyta|pre-evolution}} may also be based on fiery steeds in mythology, such as those of the Greek god {{wp|Helios}}, {{wp|Skinfaxi and Hrímfaxi|Skinfaxi}} of Norse mythology, and the horses of the {{wp|Ashvins}} in Hindu myth.


====Name origin====
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