Dragons of Fame

King of the Snakes / King of the Serpents

Type/Species: Wurm
Origin: Folkore of Sweden

History: Should a person see a snake and then kill it, and other snakes appear, and the same person see and kill that snake as well, it is said that the King of the Snakes will appear. The person could run, thereby saving his or her life, or they will be killed by the King.¹

Symbolism: Perhaps the King of Snakes was seen as a protective symbol; it shows an appriciation for life.

Physical Description: The King of Snakes is a huge dragon, shaped like a wurm, with a crest upon his head.

1. Giants, Monsters & Dragons by Carol Rose

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