According to Asian legends, there was a lion-shaped mythical creature who had a horn on its forehead and scales all over its body, and a green bell around its neck. It was worshipped as the “Guardian of Flame”. During ancient times, some Asians believed that placing sculptures of this mythical creature at different parts of the cities can prevent fires and other disasters, as well as maintaining law and order of the cities. Its main duty was to keep the fire beast at bay so the cities could be free from fires.