Around the isle of Skopelos in Greece, strange and ancient creatures have been seen in the sea, by the Emperor's very own eye!
The 'Sea Pig' being a beast of notable renown, is found off the coast of Skopelos in the Sporades islands.
A creature of ancient origin the sea-swine lies in wait for unsuspecting sailors, ready to gash their ships with a viscously protruding snout. The scaley spine of this sleeping monster, perfect for dashing the keels and hopes of men, does nothing to soften the malignancy of its form.
On a hazy day, its not hard to imagine how this landscape - beautiful though it is, also nurtures an inherent malice. A danger that can only have nourished the ancient myths and superstitious fears of men.
How many such beasts did ancient hero's fell. The enemies of Odysseus or Theseus can still be seen in this land.
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