Animals in mythology/folk lore

Wolves have tons of mythology from northern europe. Seems as though all of Europe was insanely afraid of them. Plus they can be tied into the creation story of Rome, etc. =P

Yeah, I recall Wolves being viewed unfavorably in Europe while being venerated among American Indians.

Well cats have alot behind them. From Egyptian belief, they are the keepers of the underworld and from American folk lore, they are symbolic with witchcraft and negative conotations. I dont think that helps though.


Other animals you can look at that have meanings behind them (i dont know specifics) but the Ox, Deer, Buffalo and Tiger all have been used.

Nevermind, I think I just found exactly what I needed. For those curious:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...hology_by_type

Funny how I failed to find this days ago. ><

Edit: Well, not quite what I was looking for. Time to keep looking. =P

Edit2: This one isn't bad.
http://www.maljonicsdreams.com/Dream...of_Animals.htm

I would recommend Wolves, wolves rock! Think of the name Adolf, it's german - the combination of Adel and Ulf, which is Noble and Wolf. That's the way to go, and wolven paladins are probably not overdone. Although wolves+warriors is done all the time. Also, bears are cool. But more connected to strength and power.

Should go with an eagle since that hasn't been too over done imo, or another bird.

I've always been rather fond of snakes. *shrug*

That actually would be a pretty sweet armor set, scales and all. Some Fangs on the Helm.