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Ash-maned

Ash-maned describes a creature, typically a mythical beast or horse, whose mane is the color of ash, a pale gray or silvery shade. This often suggests a spectral, ethereal, or aged quality. The term evokes imagery of smoke, fire, and the passage of time, imbuing the subject with a sense of mystique or melancholy. The ashen color also implies a certain resilience, as ash is the residue of something that has endured the intense heat of destruction, a testament to enduring fire. The 'mane' is a characteristic feature, suggesting the animal has some strength.

Ash-maned meaning with examples

  • The skeletal figure of a wraith emerged from the mist, atop an ash-maned steed, its eyes burning with cold fire. Its presence chilled the air, the horse's coat a ghostly silver reflecting the moon. He silently raised a skeletal hand.
  • Centuries of war had carved deep lines into the king’s face, leaving the ash-maned courser as his companion. The creature’s steely gaze, mirrored the monarch's own as they stood together, ready to protect the realm.
  • In the ancient tapestry, a celestial being, riding an ash-maned griffin, descended from the heavens, bringing tidings. The artist captured the creature, with a shimmering mane of ash, to emphasize its divine and wise appearance.
  • The forest whispered secrets of an ash-maned unicorn, a creature of pure magic and sorrow. Locals said if you touched its mane you will be cured of any ailments.

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