Part 39 of Folklores
Ultimate List of Mythical Creatures from Iranian Folklore

There is an infinite number of these Folklores these are most known and rare. Plus from other countries the list is huge. Ps. If there are not any listed on here please add them in the comments from Iranian and with their description I will add them on here. Thanks in advance! Ps. The Prompt I used is PROMPT: (You can change to Byzantine Mosaic or Watercolor etc. Impasto thick textured painting of (Insert here what the folklore is) Add the text "Art By Archangel Tara" in gold cursive at the bottom right, rendered to match the impasto texture and brushwork (slightly raised, painted look), high quality, detailed.
Iranian Folklore (1–50)
Simurgh – A gigantic, wise, benevolent bird that lives on the Tree of Knowledge and heals humans and animals.Create
Div (Daeva) – Demonic giants representing chaos, evil, and destruction in Persian mythology.Create
Rostam – Legendary hero from the Shahnameh, known for superhuman strength and heroic quests.Create

Zal – A white-haired hero raised by the Simurgh after being abandoned by his father.Create
Rakhsh – Rostam’s legendary horse, famous for intelligence and loyalty.Create
Kaveh the Blacksmith – A folk hero who led a rebellion against a tyrant king.Create
Zahhak – A tyrannical king with serpents growing from his shoulders that demanded human brains.Create
Fereydun – Hero who overthrew Zahhak and restored justice.Create
Arash the Archer – Archer who sacrificed his life to define Iran’s borders with an arrow shot.Create
Anahita – Goddess of water, fertility, and healing.Create

Ahura Mazda – Supreme god of wisdom and light in Zoroastrian belief.Create
Ahriman – Spirit of darkness and evil opposing Ahura Mazda.Create
Peri – Beautiful fairy-like beings, originally fallen spirits seeking redemption.Create
Div-e Sepid – The White Demon, a powerful giant defeated by Rostam.Create
Homa Bird – Mythical bird of fortune; its shadow brings kingship or blessing.Create
Shahmaran – Half-woman, half-snake creature representing wisdom and secrecy.Create
Barmayeh Cow – Sacred cow that nourished Zal in infancy.Create
Kay Khosrow – Legendary king known for justice and spiritual insight.Create
Esfandiyar – Invincible prince whose only weakness was his eyes.Create
Rudabeh – Mother of Rostam, known for her beauty and tragic love story.Create
Siyavash – Pure-hearted prince unjustly killed, symbolizing innocence and betrayal.Create
Afrasiab – King of Turan and enemy of Iran in epic battles.Create
Rustam and Sohrab – Tragic story where Rostam unknowingly kills his son Sohrab.Create
Sohrab – Brave warrior and son of Rostam.Create
Jamshid – Mythical king who introduced civilization but fell due to pride.Create
Zahhak’s Serpents – Symbol of insatiable greed and corruption.Create
Kourosh (Cyrus Legend) – Folk traditions surrounding Cyrus the Great’s divine destiny.Create

Bibi Seshanbe – Fertility figure associated with wishes and prayers.Create
Nane Sarma – Winter grandmother spirit in Persian seasonal folklore.Create
Amu Nowruz – Mythical figure who brings the New Year (Nowruz).Create
Div-e Alborz – Mountain demon said to dwell in the Alborz range.Create
Gandom-e Jadooi (Magic Wheat) – Folktale of enchanted crops that multiply endlessly.Create
Mard-e Namak (Salt Man) – Spirit who punishes greed near salt mines.Create
Pir-e Cheshm (Old Man of the Eye) – Mystical healer said to restore sight.Create
Nahang (Sea Dragon) – Giant sea creature from southern Persian myths.Create
Simurgh’s Nest – Sacred place where heroes are healed and guided.Create
Zal’s Abandonment – Story of infant Zal left in mountains due to his white hair.Create
Rostam’s Seven Labors – Heroic trials similar to Hercules’ labors.Create
Div-e Mazandaran – Demon defeated during Rostam’s quests.Create
The Talking Tree – Mythical tree that gives warnings or prophecies.Create
Pari and Div Conflict – Symbolic struggle between purity and corruption.Create
Karkas Bird – Giant bird said to carry elephants in legend.Create

Zoroaster Legends – Stories of the prophet Zoroaster receiving divine wisdom.Create
Mount Qaf – Mythical mountain where supernatural beings dwell.Create
The River of Life (Ab-e Hayat) – Water granting immortality.Create
King Manuchehr – Early mythical king associated with justice.Create
Div-e Black Fortress – Demon-ruled fortress in epic tales.Create
The Hidden City of Peris – Invisible city inhabited by fairy beings.Create
Snake Kings of the Desert – Folklore about serpents ruling underground realms.Create
The Cursed Treasure of Kish – Story of treasure protected by supernatural forces.Create
Iranian Folklore (51–100)
The Black Div of Mount Damavand – A powerful demon imprisoned beneath Iran’s highest peak.Create
Kuh-e Qaf Spirits – Mystical beings said to guard the edge of the world.Create
The Seven Trials of Esfandiyar – A prince’s impossible heroic journey filled with monsters and magic.Create
The River Divs – Water demons believed to drown travelers who disrespect rivers.Create
Simurgh’s Feather – A magical feather that can summon the Simurgh for aid.Create
The Golden Apple of Paradise – A mythical fruit granting wisdom or immortality.Create

The Whispering Desert Wind – Spirit winds believed to carry voices of the dead.Create
The Stone Men of Lorestan – Legends of cursed warriors turned to stone.Create
The Serpent Queen of the South – A mythical ruler of hidden desert serpent kingdoms.Create
The Cave of Endless Echoes – A cave where voices repeat warnings from the past.Create
The Ghost Caravan of the Silk Road – Spectral traders who appear in sandstorms.Create
The Moon Princess (Mahdokht) – A celestial woman who descends to earth in dreams.Create
The Fire of Atar – Sacred eternal fire representing truth and purity.Create
The Dragon of Alamut – A mythical beast said to guard hidden mountain treasures.Create
The Blind Poet of Shiraz – A prophetic storyteller who predicts fate through verse.Create
The Cursed Mirror of Persepolis – A mirror showing the viewer’s doomed future.Create
The Talking Gazelle – A magical animal guiding lost travelers in the desert.Create
The Golden Lion of Persia – A divine protector spirit of ancient kings.Create
The River of Forgotten Names – A river that erases memory when crossed.Create
The Shadow Bride – A spirit bride appearing before tragic weddings.Create
The Tree of Screaming Leaves – A haunted tree believed to contain trapped souls.Create
The Djinn of the Copper Lamp – A wish-granting spirit bound to ancient lamps.Create

The Weeping Mountain – A mountain that cries before disasters.Create
The Guardian of the Desert Gate – A stone giant who tests travelers’ hearts.Create
The Black Horse of Fate – A spectral horse that appears before war.Create
The Hidden Library of Jinn – A secret library containing forbidden knowledge.Create
The City Beneath the Sands (Iram-like legend) – A lost city swallowed by desert.Create
The Red Pearl of the Sea Djinn – A cursed treasure from underwater spirits.Create
The Falcon of Kingship – A bird that chooses rightful rulers.Create
The Stone Hearted King – A ruler cursed to lose all emotions.Create
The Serpent Bridge of Mazandaran – A bridge guarded by snake spirits.Create
The Night Caravan Bells – Ghostly bells heard in deserts at midnight.Create
The Blue Flame of Truth – A mystical fire revealing lies and truth.Create
The Mountain of Sleeping Giants – A peak said to contain slumbering ancient beings.Create
The Star of Destiny (Setareh-ye Bakht) – A star that determines a person’s fate.Create

The Jinn Market of the Unseen City – A hidden marketplace for supernatural beings.Create
The Curse of Zahhak’s Bloodline – A legend of inherited corruption and serpents.Create
The Silver Bow of Arash – The enchanted bow used to define Iran’s borders.Create
The Mirror of Souls – A mystical object revealing true identity.Create
The Desert Rose Spirits – Flower spirits that bloom where lovers have died.Create
The Ghost of Persepolis Gates – A guardian spirit of ancient ruins.Create
The Singing Sand Dunes – Dunes that produce haunting music at night.Create
The Fire-Walking Dervish – A mystic immune to flame through divine devotion.Create
The Cursed Caravanserai – An inn where travelers disappear without trace.Create
The Wolf of the Northern Winds – A spirit wolf guiding or punishing travelers.Create
The Forgotten King of Hyrcania – A lost ruler who returns in dreams.Create
The Eternal Flame of Yazd – Sacred fire that never extinguishes.Create
The Cave of Sleeping Jinn – A sealed cave containing dormant spirits.Create
The Feathered Horse (Pegasus-like Persian myth) – A winged horse of divine origin.Create

The Garden of Eternal Spring – A hidden paradise that never ages.Create
Iranian Folklore (101–150)
The Iron Fortress of Divs – A legendary stronghold built by demons in the mountains.Create
The Seven-Headed Dragon of Persia – A multi-headed beast defeated by heroic warriors in myth.Create
The Tears of Anahita – Sacred waters said to heal illness and purify the soul.Create
The Wandering City of Mirrors – A city that appears only through reflections in deserts.Create
The Horse of Wind (Bad-e-Savari) – A spirit horse that moves faster than storms.Create
The Curse of the Broken Crown – A legend where rulers lose power after prideful acts.Create

The Djinn of the Desert Well – A spirit that grants wishes but demands a price.Create
The Silent Minaret of Rey – A tower where no sound can be heard, even voices.Create
The Black Falcon of Destiny – A bird omen signaling war or royal change.Create
The Crystal Cave of Prophecies – A cave that shows visions of future kings.Create
The Shepherd Who Spoke to Stars – A folk tale of a man who learned secrets from the sky.Create
The Serpent Crown of Zahhak – A cursed crown tied to tyranny and corruption.Create
The Lake of Forgetfulness – Waters that erase all memory of those who drink.Create
The Hidden Valley of Peris – A secret valley where fairy beings live in peace.Create
The Burning Palm Tree of Khuzestan – A supernatural tree that never dies despite fire.Create
The Giant of the Northern Pass – A guardian creature blocking mountain routes.Create
The Silver River of Dreams – A mystical river said to enter the dream world.Create
The Cloak of Invisibility of Rustam – A magical garment used in stealth battles.Create
The Horseman of the Red Sandstorm – A ghostly warrior appearing in desert storms.Create
The Serpent of the Underground River – A water monster guarding hidden springs.Create
The Whispering Scrolls of Ctesiphon – Ancient texts that speak when read aloud.Create
The Eagle of Divine Judgment – A bird that appears before justice is served.Create
The Fortress of Eternal Night – A castle trapped in endless darkness.Create
The Wandering Sage of Nishapur – A mystical teacher who appears and disappears suddenly.Create
The Phoenix of Persian Fire (Simurgh Aspect) – A fiery rebirth form of the Simurgh.Create
The Chain of Kings – A mythical chain symbolizing legitimacy of rule.Create
The Desert of Lost Voices – A place where sound disappears completely.Create
The Guardian Stone Lions of Persia – Magical statues that come alive at night.Create

The River That Flows Backward – A supernatural river defying natural law.Create
The Moonlit Caravan of Spirits – Ghost travelers moving under full moon nights.Create
The Golden Scales of Justice – A divine artifact ensuring fairness in judgment.Create
The Cave of Eternal Sleepers – A cave where people fall into endless sleep.Create
The Black Camel of Doom – A cursed animal that appears before disaster.Create
The Feather That Writes Fate – A magical feather that records destiny.Create
The Desert Rose of Love and Death – A flower symbolizing tragic love stories.Create
The Mask of the Hidden King – A royal disguise granting power but hiding identity.Create
The Fire Serpents of the Volcano – Mythical lava creatures beneath mountains.Create
The Wind King of the North – A spirit controlling storms and cold winds.Create
The Lake of Golden Fish (Caspian myth) – Sacred fish bringing luck and prosperity.Create
The Silent Archer of the Mountains – A ghost warrior defending sacred peaks.Create
The Door Between Worlds (Persian portal myth) – A hidden gateway to other realms.Create

The Silver Sand Hourglass – An artifact controlling time in small amounts.Create
The Desert Owl Prophet – A bird that predicts death or transformation.Create
The Wandering Flame of Zoroaster – A divine fire seeking purity in the world.Create
The Serpent River King – A mythical ruler of underwater realms.Create
The City of Sleeping Kings – A buried city where ancient rulers rest.Create
The Bridge of Trials – A bridge that tests the purity of travelers.Create
The Cloud Horses of Heaven – Divine horses made of mist and sky.Create
The Echo of Lost Heroes – Voices of ancient warriors heard before battle.Create
The Star-Marked Child – A prophecy of a child born under a destined star.Create
Iranian Folklore (151–200)
The Mountain of Frozen Time – A legendary peak where time stands completely still.Create
The Serpent of the Royal Well – A guardian snake said to protect hidden royal treasures.Create
The Black Sun Omen – A rare celestial sign believed to bring catastrophe.Create
The Simurgh’s Trial of Wisdom – A test where heroes must answer riddles to earn guidance.
The Cave of Talking Shadows – A cave where shadows speak forgotten truths.
The Golden Scarf of Anahita – A divine garment said to grant protection over water.Create
The Ghost Soldiers of Khorasan – Fallen warriors who still march at night.Create
The Desert Mirror Lake – A lake that reflects not the present, but possible futures.Create
The Lion Spirit of Persepolis – A guardian spirit tied to ancient Persian kingship.Create
The Curse of the Weeping Sword – A weapon that cries after every life it takes.Create
The Invisible Caravan of Silk Road Jinn – A hidden caravan seen only during sandstorms.Create
The Serpent of the Thousand Caves – A giant underground creature guarding labyrinths.Create
The Star That Fell Into Persia – A mythic falling star that granted kings divine insight.Create
The Wandering Palace of Mirrors – A palace that shifts location and reflects illusions.Create
The Desert of Burning Silence – A place where even thoughts feel loud.Create
The White Horse of Dawn – A sacred horse appearing before heroic victories.Create
The Scroll of Forgotten Kings – A prophecy listing rulers erased from history.Create
The Jinn of Broken Promises – Spirits punishing those who break sacred vows.Create
The River of Silver Tears – A river formed from the grief of ancient queens.Create
The Fortress of Sleeping Warriors – A stronghold where soldiers await a final war.Create
The Falcon That Speaks Human Tongue – A messenger bird of divine origin.Create
The Black Sand of Curses – Desert sand that brings misfortune to the greedy.Create
The Hidden Library Beneath Isfahan – A mythic archive of forbidden knowledge.Create
The Serpent Queen of the Marshlands – A ruler of swamp spirits and hidden waters.Create
The Moonlit Duel of Heroes – A legendary battle fought under a supernatural moon.Create
The City That Disappears at Sunrise – A settlement that vanishes with daylight.Create
The Feathered Jinn of the Windstorms – Air spirits resembling glowing birds.Create

The Broken Crown of Zahhak’s Heir – A symbol of failed tyranny and downfall.Create
The Bridge of Judgment (Chinvat Echo Legend) – A spiritual crossing determining fate after death.Create
The River of Living Fire – A mythical river of flames that does not burn the righteous.Create
The Cave of Eternal Nightingales – A cave filled with enchanted, never-ending song.Create
The Desert Rose That Speaks Names – A magical flower revealing hidden identities.Create
The Black Stallion of War Spirits – A horse ridden by ghost warriors in battle.Create
The Mountain That Breathes Smoke – A living mountain believed to be a sleeping giant.Create
The Golden Key of Fate – A mythical key unlocking destiny paths.Create
The Serpent River Beneath Tehran – An underground waterway guarded by spirits.Create
The Wandering Shield of Rostam – A magical shield that returns to its hero.Create
The Silent Market of Djinn Traders – A hidden bazaar where spirits exchange relics.Create
The Flame That Refuses to Die – An eternal fire symbolizing truth and resilience.Create
The Eagle That Guards the Sky Gate – A divine bird protecting the heavens.Create
The Desert of Broken Timepieces – A place where clocks and time collapse.Create

The Whispering Armor of Ancient Kings – Armor that speaks to its wearer.Create
The Lake of Sleeping Stars – A celestial lake reflecting constellations on earth.Create
The Wandering Monk of the Silk Road – A mysterious traveler offering wisdom.Create
The Serpent of the Sacred Orchard – A guardian beast protecting divine fruit.Create
The City Beneath the Moonlight Sea – A hidden underwater civilization.Create
The Shadow Horse of the Mountains – A spirit horse appearing before danger.Create
The Golden Cage of the Phoenix Simurgh – A mythical prison for celestial beings.Create
The Echoing Sword of Ancient Persia – A weapon that resounds with past battles.Create
The Child Born from a Falling Star – A prophesied hero with celestial destiny.Create
Iranian Folklore (201–250)
The Desert of Endless Footsteps – A cursed desert where travelers hear their own steps repeating forever.Create
The Serpent King of the Underground Sea – A mythical ruler of hidden waters beneath Persia.Create
The Cloak Woven from Night Winds – A magical cloak granting invisibility and silence.Create
The City of Glass Beings – A fragile city inhabited by translucent spirits.Create

The Mountain That Eats Sound – A peak where all noise disappears instantly.Create
The Golden Hawk of Royal Dreams – A bird that appears in dreams to choose rulers.Create
The River That Runs Through Dreams – A mystical river accessible only in sleep.Create
The Blacksmith of Fate – A supernatural craftsman who forges destiny itself.Create
The Cave of Infinite Doors – A cave where each door leads to a different timeline.Create
The Whispering Sand Guardians – Spirits that protect sacred desert tombs.Create
The Lost Kingdom of Maragha – A vanished realm said to reappear every thousand years.Create
The Serpent of the Silver Orchard – A guardian of enchanted fruit that grants visions.Create
The Falconer of Spirits – A mystic who commands ghostly birds.Create
The Lake of Burning Stars – A fiery celestial lake reflecting cosmic battles.Create
The Silent Caravan of the Damned – A ghost caravan forever traveling without destination.Create
The Bridge of Echoing Souls – A crossing where voices of the dead guide travelers.Create
The Lion That Guards the Forgotten Gate – A stone lion that awakens in times of crisis.Create
The Desert of Falling Shadows – A place where shadows detach and wander alone.Create
The Crown Made of Wind – A royal artifact that only exists in storms.Create
The Serpent of the Sacred Library – A guardian beast protecting ancient forbidden texts.Create
The Moonlit Orchard of Immortals – A hidden garden where fruit grants eternal life.Create
The Wandering Fortress of Iron Clouds – A floating fortress seen during thunderstorms.Create

The Black River of Lost Memories – A river that erases identity when crossed.Create
The Spirit of the Broken Sword – A warrior’s soul trapped within a shattered blade.Create
The Desert of Sleeping Whispers – A quiet wasteland where voices emerge from the sand.Create
The Golden Camel of Prosperity – A mythical animal bringing fortune to its followers.Create
The City Beneath the Shifting Dunes – A buried city that moves under the desert.Create
The Serpent That Guards the Sunken Throne – A sea creature protecting a lost royal seat.Create
The Mirror of Hidden Truths – A magical mirror revealing unseen realities.Create
The Falcon That Guides the Dead – A spiritual bird leading souls to the afterlife.Create
The Cave of Eternal Storms – A cave where lightning never ceases.Create
The Wandering King Without a Name – A ruler cursed to be forgotten by history.Create
The River of Glass Fire – A shimmering river that burns but does not destroy.Create
The Serpent of the Mountain Crown – A guardian creature atop sacred peaks.Create
The Silent Forest of Stone Trees – A petrified forest frozen in time.Create
The Shadow of Rostam’s Horse – A spirit echo of Rakhsh appearing in battlefields.Create
The Desert of Floating Sands – A magical desert where sand hovers in the air.Create
The Jinn of the Broken Compass – A spirit that misleads greedy travelers.Create
The Golden Thread of Destiny – A thread said to connect all human fates.Create
The City of Eternal Twilight – A realm where neither day nor night ever comes.Create

The Serpent Queen of the Crystal Caves – A ruler of glowing underground kingdoms.Create
The Wind That Speaks Prophecies – A mystical wind carrying divine messages.Create
The Cave of Sleeping Prophets – A hidden place where seers await awakening.Create
The Black Horse of the Underworld Gate – A steed that carries souls across realms.Create
The Mountain That Remembers Everything – A living mountain storing ancient history.Create
The River of Returning Souls – A river that brings spirits back to life.Create
The Golden Armor of the Forgotten Hero – A relic of a lost warrior king.Create
The Serpent That Eats Time – A mythical creature consuming moments of existence.Create
The Sky Fortress of the Djinn Kings – A floating realm ruled by spirit monarchs.Create
The Child of the Seven Moons – A prophetic figure born under rare celestial alignment.Create
Iranian Folklore (251–300)
The Serpent of the Seven Suns – A cosmic beast said to devour and rebirth suns across worlds.Create
The Last King of the Hidden Empire – A ruler believed to still guard a lost underground civilization.Create
The River That Flows Through Time – A mythical river where past, present, and future merge.Create
The Simurgh of the End of Days – A final form of the Simurgh appearing at world endings.Create
The Mountain of Whispering Bones – A peak filled with voices of ancient warriors.Create
The Crown of Eternal Silence – A royal crown that removes all speech from its wearer.Create
The Black Sun Beneath the Earth – A hidden celestial force said to influence darkness and chaos.Create
The Gate of Forgotten Gods – A sealed portal to deities erased from memory.Create
The Serpent That Guards the World Tree – A guardian beast protecting cosmic balance.Create
The Wandering Star Shepherd – A figure who herds stars across the night sky.Create

The Desert of Living Mirages – Illusions that become real and trap travelers.Create
The Golden Chain of Heaven and Earth – A mythical link binding the mortal and divine realms.Create
The Cave of Infinite Prophets – A hidden chamber where all seers dream together.Create
The Black Falcon of the Void – A bird symbolizing destruction before rebirth.Create
The Lake of Frozen Fire – A paradoxical lake of fire that never burns but freezes.Create
The City of Endless Kings – A realm where every ruler is replaced by another eternally.Create
The Serpent of the Moon Eclipse – A celestial creature believed to swallow the moon.Create
The Wind That Unwrites Names – A force that erases identity from existence.Create
The Fortress Built from Forgotten Dreams – A castle formed from lost human hopes.Create
The River of Broken Stars – A cosmic river carrying fragments of fallen stars.Create
The Lion That Roars the Dawn – A divine beast whose roar begins each sunrise.Create
The Jinn of the Final Caravan – Spirits guiding souls to their final journey.Create
The Mirror of Infinite Selves – A magical mirror showing all possible versions of a person.Create

The Serpent Beneath Creation – A primordial creature said to predate the world.Create
The Mountain That Walks at Night – A living mountain that moves across the land.Create
The Flame of the First King – A sacred fire tied to the origin of kingship.Create
The Desert of Silent Stars – A place where even celestial light disappears.Create
The Guardian of the Last Scroll – A being protecting the final record of history.Create
The Sky River of Souls – A celestial river carrying spirits to the afterlife.Create
The Serpent That Dreams Worlds – A cosmic entity whose dreams create reality.Create
The Black Sand Sea of Despair – A desert ocean that consumes hope.Create
The City Inside the Sleeping Giant – A civilization believed to exist within a giant’s body.Create
The Feather That Stops Time – A divine feather capable of freezing all motion.Create
The Falcon of the Final Judgment – A bird appearing at the end of moral reckoning.Create
The Mountain of Eternal Return – A peak that always leads travelers back to where they started.Create
The River That Eats Fear – A healing waterway that removes all anxiety.Create
The Crown of Broken Prophecies – A royal symbol tied to failed destinies.Create
The Serpent of the Cosmic Spiral – A creature representing cycles of creation and destruction.Create
The Gate That Opens Only Once – A portal that appears a single time in eternity.Create
The Simurgh Feather of Rebirth – A sacred feather granting renewal and healing.Create
The Desert of Falling Moons – A surreal wasteland where moons crash into the earth.Create
The Silent Army of Stone Kings – An army turned to stone awaiting awakening.Create
The River of Infinite Reflections – A river showing every possible version of reality.Create
The Serpent That Guards the End of Time – A cosmic guardian of temporal boundaries.Create
The City of Lost Names – A place where everyone forgets who they are.Create

The Wind That Carries Forgotten Gods – A force transporting fading deities across realms.Create
The Mountain of Final Dawn – A sacred peak where the world’s last sunrise will occur.Create
The Black Mirror of Destiny – A mirror revealing irreversible futures.Create
The Serpent That Eats the Sky – A mythic being believed to consume heaven itself.Create
The Last Storyteller of Persia – A legendary figure said to preserve all myths as the world ends.Create
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Iran has a rich history and an even richer culture. No matter what the ******* in the West try to make it out to be. Well done!
@archangeltara honestly, I think I have 'list fatigue' but will keep gifting the 20c 👏s
ROFL thank you & sorry
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