Dragons have captivated the human imagination across various cultures, each interpreting these creatures in uniquely fascinating ways. In Europe, legends of dragons are immortalized in stories such as Saint George’s heroic conquests or the cunning dragon Smaug in J.R.R. Tolkien’s revered The Hobbit. Journeying to the East, one finds a strikingly different visage of the dragon: here, they are revered as wise and benevolent spirits intertwined with nature and the cosmos, symbols of prosperity, and bearers of good fortune. The mysterious allure of dragons bridges our worlds and weaves together the diverse fabric of human stories. What is it about…