Monday, April 9, 2012

G is for Garuda



Common Representations of the Garuda

The Garuda is a creature that is half-man, half-eagle. Often identified as the King of the Birds, Garuda is sometimes referred to as a singular entity and at other times as a race of beings. The Garuda feature in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions all across south-east asia from Tibet, to India, to Thailand and beyond. The Garuda is the traditional enemy of the Naga.

In the Garden of Kama setting, the Garuda are a race. The intent is to produce miniatures with both male and female versions. They aid Solar Dynasty of the Kshatriya and war with the Serpent Dynasty.

1 comment:

  1. These Asian traditions are fasinating. The Garuda sure takes some beating. Does he play a part in my life? No. By a stroke of fate, I was born in Australia and by my own design, I now live in England.

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