Real-life legends
This seasonal character is based on a Greek-priest who may have saved women from prostitution by dropping gold coins into their homes
Who is Santa Claus
Although they stopped being used in the era of modern gunpowder weaponry, this animals most notable event occurred when crossing a mountain range
What is an elephant
When facing difficulty or danger, it helps to have a lot of this Latin-based word.
What is fortitude
Born with a rare genetic condition, this man was groomed to be a nobleman, inspiring this classic tale
Who is Beauty and the Beast
With their vocal cords surgically removed, this horse-relative was used by the British army in WW2 for stealthy missions
What is a mule
Providing high-end customer service is an essential part of this French-based luxury car driving profession
What is a chaffeur
Winning a race against a steam-powered drill, this American legend was based on a real railroad worker
Who is John Henry
While these animals can be ridden, they were never used for combat, although they have won a war named after them
What is an emu
What is cuneiform
After 130 children disappeared from a small German town, this woodwind playing character was later added to explain the loss
Who is the Pied Piper
A King of Sweden attempted to use this megafauna to replace imported horses, but they panicked too easily as the sound of gunfire
What is a moose
Slow moving glaciers created these narrow bodies of water, named this Norwegian word
What is fjord
This folk tale wife murderer with a pirate-sounding name may have been based on a real Frenchmen
Who is Bluebeard
Although never truly used for warfare, this animal was historically displayed as being armored and ridden underneath enemy war elephants
What is a rhino
This strong smelling substance with a Sanskrit name is often used to soothe joint pain, relieve chest congestion, and reduce skin irritations, although ingesting it could lead to seizures and death
What is camphor