basilik
Basilik is a term used in some languages to refer to the basilisk, a legendary creature from European folklore. The name derives from Latin basiliscus, itself from Greek basilikos, meaning “kingly” or “little king,” reflecting the creature’s reputed regal nature. In medieval bestiaries the basilisk is described as a serpent- or lizard-like monster, sometimes with dragon-like features. A common tale holds that a basilisk is hatched from a serpent’s egg incubated by a rooster; other sources describe variations in its origin and appearance.
Powers and characteristics attributed to the basilisk vary by source but are consistently extraordinary. The most
Cultural presence and legacy are broad. The basilisk appears in medieval literature and art, influencing heraldry