Dragons of Fame

Uraeus

Type/Species: Wurm
Origin: Egyptian Mythology

History: Coiled around the solar disc of the sun god Ra, Uraeus protected him from enemies. Some sources identify this serpent as the protector of the goddess Hathor instead.¹

The serpent's primary form of protection came as spitting poison, which could kill on inhalation or blind on contact with the eyes.¹

Symbolism: Uraeus is a symbol of the potent protection afforded to the gods.

Physical Description: Uraeus was depicted most commonly as a cobra.

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