[Eldritch Corvid]

Username: Eldritch Corvid
WME Name: Haietlik
Height: 13.3 hh
Short Personality: Standoffish and somewhat aloof, Haietlik is an equid with a difficult time keeping up with others emotionally. He has anger issues, but they mostly stem from frustration with his own struggles with memory loss and the complications that that causes.
Myth: What sets Haietlik apart from a majority of other equids, aside from distance he puts between himself and them, is Haietlik's fascination with that aspect of nature which some otherworldly force has emblazoned upon his pelt.
He stands firm under the crashes of the sky while kinfolk flee to safer, typically drier, ground. He fears not thunder- for it is cry of the Thunderbird, who carries with it the physical manifestation of He'-e-tlik, the lightning snake. They are flung forth from the great spirit bird's wings like harpoons, sometimes smiting creatures in its hunt. That snake is the entity for which he is named, from which he yearns to learn the strength. He has been taught to revere these storms, not to stand in the middle of them, but this is one of many vices. Haietlik finds catharsis in the sounds of the Bird's cry, the flap of its wings, and of the rain that often accompanies it in its flight.
The static in the air after one of these snakes hit the earth is grounding for him, and he hardly acknowledges the danger. The claps and peals serve as a statement of power from the Bird, calling forth the snakes and showing him what he interprets as representation of his self.
This unconventional meditation is a ritual of consistency to Haietlik. With every visit from the Thunderbird, comes the light of the snakes, their great power and spiritual strength evident in their display. After every rolling grey cloud, follows a calm sky. These beliefs in the ThunderBird and the Snakes give him hope he has a destiny, that there is a point to pushing through, inspired by the uncanny resemblance genetically painted into his hide.
Although, his relatives would still prefer he appreciated nature in a safer manner.
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[BlueEyedKite]

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[greyy]

Username: greyy
WME Name: lightning
Height: 15hh
Short Personality: a real nerd. like, seriously, the biggest dork.
Myth:

lightning USED to believe that one myth from mythbusters (arguably his favorite show, at least until it betrayed his trust), the one where they “proved” that you actually get less wet if you walk out of the rain, instead of running out of it. we all saw that one, right? yeah. years later, they went back to revisit it, debunk it, and apologize. psssh. lightning was appalled. his heroes had failed him.

for years, lightning had flaunted the fact like he was the smartest quid in the pasture. during summer storms, when the other equids ran towards the treeline for some cover, lightning would hang back, all high and mighty. “you know, mythbusters actually said that…” he would call after them into the rain. “heh. lighting strikes again.”

his stride was slow, casual, and confident -- while he was getting confidently drenched.

now, lightning doesn’t trust mythbusters. or anything he sees on tv, for that matter. he bites his tongue, before believing just anything. and he runs to the treeline with his herd during every rain.

“heh. lightning strikes again.” they poke fun at him, laughing underneath the leaves.

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[Dia.]

Username: Dia.
WME Name: Jupiter
Height: 15hh
Short Personality: What can I say? The kid's got a god complex.
Myth: 299 words

The ancient heroes watching over Jupiter's herd are immortalized in sacred symbols at one of the highest crests of their local mountain. Picture giant, rocky soldiers with quip-like banding; tree trunks with scars and gauges that resemble the characteristic equid markings; and a hole through a rocky outcrop where a mother's watchful eye peers from the sky. Those symbols were there lifetimes before the oldest member of the herd, and you can be sure they'll outlive the youngest. Herd members will make the trek to this crest for good fortune, protection, and guidance.

Jupiter's mother started her ascent to the crest late one morning, her footsteps slow and heavy with the weight of her imminently arriving colt. She would reach the top, whisper softly to the herd's mother, and return to the meadow, just as her mother did before her. She did not plan for her colt to be born in the crushing noise of a raging storm near the top of a mountain. However, the storm that rolled in that afternoon was unexpected, and she was stranded.

From the herd's shelter far below, they saw streak after streak of lightning flash through the sky. Many bolts seemed to reach their sacred place, and the herd held their breath. Once the storm moved on, scouts made haste to reach their herdmate. What they saw astounded them:

Both mother and son were perfectly safe.

The colt, colored like the night on fire, followed his mother on knobby knees. A lightning bolt seared down his neck and shoulder, reaching from his front hoof into a patch of scorched earth. From there, they could see the path the electricity took from the strike burned into the rocky ground. This could only be taken as a sign that he was destined for greatness.

[flyteck]

Username: flyteck
WME Name: Argent
Height: 14.1hh
Short Personality: Although stoic, guarded, and seemingly cold at first glance, Argent is softer under the surface than he appears. He keeps his wounds hidden and his heart closed.
Myth: Click! (it is a little obnoxiously long to have in a post djhfgs) [58 word caption/text!]

[Sp00kEH0urs]

Username: Sp00kEH0urs
WME Name: Mateo
Height: 15hh
Short Personality: Mateo has a personality crackling with energy, unpredictable flashes of brilliance, and an electric tension to him that makes him both awe-inspiring and dangerous to approach. He never truly stands still, carrying the storm within his veins.
Myth: When Mateo was a little foal, his mother told him the fable of the First Firefly. Though he is a mighty stallion now, it is still something he believes in, though he's careful not to share it with anyone other than foals. The myth of the First Firefly goes as such;
Long ago, before the world had stars, the nights were a black sea that pressed against every living thing. Animals stumbled blindly, rivers vanished into the void, and even the moon, pale and alone, gave no comfort.

It is said that in those days a tiny insect, smaller than a seed, pitied the creatures who wandered in the dark. It climbed to the top of a reed by the water and prayed—not to gods, but to the silence itself—that it might glow, even if only for a heartbeat. The silence answered. The insect burned from within, its body cracking open as light poured out. For a moment the whole world shone: rivers gleamed like molten silver, the mountains became jagged shadows against the glow, and every beast saw the faces of its kin. Then the insect burst into ash.

But that one act was enough. Mateo was told the light scattered into the heavens, pinning itself into place as the first stars. Every firefly born after carries a spark of that original sacrifice, lighting its body for a second before fading back into shadow.

[butchbronco]

Hey y'all! Just wanted to provide some clarification for this competition!

For the 1 art piece, I have intentionally left the medium open to allow for maximum creativity. Multi-panel comics, animations, still illustrations, and sculptures are all acceptable. However, please keep in mind that I will be judging the story and creativity of the myth shown, and how it is evoked in the art piece.

I will also be extending the competition to October 11th 00:00 Chickensmoothie time (Rollover).

Super looking forward to seeing what everyone comes up with! <3

[Ricocheted]

Username: Ricocheted
WME Name: ISS Chewy Lightning | Chewbacca
Height: 15hh
Short Personality: Chewbacca is superstitious, and he's easily spooked around shadows. He's got a bit of a sassy vibe, but oddly gullible!
Myth:
When he was a foal Chewbacca's mother told him how if you swallow gum it'll stay in your stomach for 7 years!! He vowed to never have gum, but he often forgets because he just can't resist the minty taste. Only for the realization to hit mid way through chewing! - 50 words