The Wonderful World of Dragons.

Dragon's Nine Sons

According to legend the Dragon had nine sons, and each had a strong
personality.
There is no general agreement as to what the Dragon's
sons are called. However, to most people, they are:

1. Haoxian
   
   A reckless and adventuous dragon whose image can be found
   decorating the eaves of palaces.
   
   
   
2. Yazi
   
   Valiant and bellicose; his image is seen on sword-hilts and knife hilts.
   
   
   
3. Chiwen
   
   Chiwen likes to gaze into the distance and his appearance
   is often carved on pinnacles.
   
   
   
4. Baxia
   
   Baxia is a good swimmer and his image decorates many
   bridge piers and archways.
   
   
   
5. Pulao
   
   Pulao is fond of roaring and his figure is carved on bells.
   
   
   
6. Bixi
   
   Bixi is an excellent pack-animal whose image appears on panniers.
   
   
   
7. Qiuniu
   
   Qiuniu loves music and his figure is a common decoration on the bridge of
   stringed musical instruments.
   
   
   
8. Suanmi
   
   Suanmi is fond of smoke and fire; his likeness can be seen on the legs of
   incense-burners.
   
   
   
9. Jiaotu
   
   Jiaotu is as tight-lipped as a mussel or a snail. His image
   is carved on doors.