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There are few mythical creatures in history quite as magnificent and terrifying as the dragon. Massive in size and strength – and according to some legends, terribly vindictive, able to breathe fire and deep lovers of gold – dragons have captured the imaginations of storytellers while also striking fear in the hearts of many. The dragon has played an integral role in the story of numerous cultures, particularly in Christendom where dragon stories hit a fevered pitch in the Middle Ages. With so many legends across so many cultures and times, we have to ask: are dragons real?