Is Your Spirit a Dragon, a Unicorn, or a Mermaid?

By: Steven Miller

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

It's clear that you are a fantastic person, someone who absolutely belongs in the epic tales of days gone by. There's something unique and magical about the way you engage with the world around you, and we're about to explore which archetypal energy is the right fit for your spirit.

Perhaps you've been highly successful financially, so much so that you've got a stockpile of gold hidden away somewhere. If you've got a very intimidating presence and the sky's the limit on your potential, then it seems clear that you are teeming with dragon energy.

Maybe you're more kind and gentle, the sort of person who goes out of their way to help others. If you're inexplicably drawn to the ocean, and you also have a strong desire to travel and experience exotic cultures, the siren's call of the mermaid may have a hold on your spirit.

Alternatively, you might be a one-in-a-million kind of person. If you have a mysterious quality about you, and you also have a contagious joy for being alive, it's starting to sound like you might be unicorn material.

We've been working on this brew in the cauldron for a while now. Take a sip and let the adventure begin.

How intimidating is your mere presence?

I tend to gain everyone's respect just by showing up.

I'm very laid-back and easy to get along with. Nothing is intimidating about me at all.
I suppose I might shock people a little bit, but I don't think I'm intimidating.

I suppose I have my moments where I can come off as intimidating.

How successful have you been financially?

I've had my ups and downs.

I've done alright.
I've struggled with money, but that's not a big priority for me anyways.

Everything I touch seems to turn to gold.

Would you say that you have a short temper?

Not at all. I never get angry.

It's not unheard of for me to lose my cool, but it's pretty rare.
Yep, I can blow up at the drop of a hat.

I can get angry when I'm tired or I've been pushed too far.

How high are your expectations for yourself?

The sky's the limit.

I think I'm very likely to do things that are extraordinary.
I try to keep expectations pretty low.

I just want to be normal.

Which of the ancient elements fits you the best?

Earth.

Water.
Air.

Fire.

How aggressive are you?

I can get aggressive if I'm very passionate about something, but mostly I'm pretty chill.

I am a highly aggressive person. I go after what I want with everything I've got.
I'm only aggressive when I feel threatened.

I'm not aggressive at all. I just go with the flow.

Do you own any gold?

I own a lot of gold, and I keep it in a safe place.

No, I don't have any gold.
I have some jewelry, but that's about it.

That's none of your business.

Which description best matches your body type?

Average.

Unique.
Curvy.

Large.

How mysterious are you to those around you?

I'm a huge mystery to everyone around me.

I suppose I have some qualities that people might question, but I don't think it's a mystery.
I don't hide who I am at all.

I keep some parts of myself hidden, but mostly I'm pretty transparent.

Is your energy more in line with the stereotypical concept of masculine or feminine?

I'm all masculine, bro.

I'm feminine, but I do have some strong masculine qualities as well.
I'm in touch with both my feminine and masculine sides.

I'd say that I'm feminine all the way.

Which setting fits you best?

A forest.

The ocean.
A valley.

The mountain.

Which movie would you rather watch?

"Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them"

"How to Train Your Dragon"
"I Believe in Unicorns"

"The Little Mermaid"

How big is your circle of friends?

I stick to myself, mostly.

I have a huge group of people who are important to me.
I have a small group of close friends who I trust and love dearly.

I am close with quite a few folks.

How would you describe your singing voice?

It's alright, I guess.

I'm too shy to sing for other people, but I like to sing in the shower by myself.
Gorgeous, if I do say so myself.

It's pretty rough.

How appealing is going on an ocean cruise to you?

That sounds amazing! When do we leave?

I can think of a lot of other things that I'd rather do.
That sounds like torture to me.

I don't know, it might be fun.

Are you involved in any charity work?

No, it's every person for themselves in this world.

I do help out when I can, but I am very busy.
I chip in for some fundraisers once in a while.

I am highly involved in charity work.

Are you more of an introvert or an extrovert?

I'm the life of the party and an extrovert all the way.

I'm a total introvert. People drain me.
I prefer to be in the company of others, but I need a break every once in a while.

I do enjoy my alone time, but I need to get out and be with people pretty regularly.

How unique would you say you are?

I'm just an average person.

I definitely stand out from the crowd.
I'm one-in-a-million.

I guess I have some unique qualities that set me apart.

In general, how happy are you with your life?

Honestly, I'm kind of bummed with my life right now.

I think there are some amazing days ahead.
I love my life.

It depends on the day.

Which kind of story is most appealing to you?

A comedy about real life.

A fantastic escape from reality.
A love story.

An action/adventure tale.

How does your presence usually affect other people's mood?

I usually calm people down.

I tend to cheer people up.
I tend to rile people up.

It all depends on how I'm feeling that day.

What part of the day are you usually at your best?

Night.

Afternoon.
Midday.

Morning.

How easily do things seem to come to you?

I think things are a little easier for me than most people.

Things seem to flow pretty easily in some areas of my life, but the total opposite is true in others.
Nothing comes easily. I have to work hard for everything.

It's kind of ridiculous how little effort I have to put in to be successful.

Are you a pretty consistent person or are you more unpredictable?

I do prefer my routines, but I need to break out of them occasionally.

My mood could change in a heartbeat.
I have my moments where I am unpredictable, for sure.

I tend to be very consistent and reliable.

Which fantasy series is most your style?

"Lord of the Rings"

"Grimm's Fairy Tales"
"Chronicles of Narnia"

"Harry Potter"

Which holiday fits your personality the best?

Halloween.

Christmas.
Thanksgiving.

New Year's Eve.

Do you enjoy shocking or scaring people?

No, that seems cruel to me.

I don't try to do it purposely, but it can be pretty funny when it does happen.
Yes, I love to startle people. It's so fun.

I don't mind being shocked or scared once in a while, but I don't really do it to others.

Which sport fits you the best?

Football.

Horse Racing.
Soccer.

Swimming.

How much traveling have you done in your life?

I've been all over the world.

I haven't done much traveling yet, but I want to see the whole world.
I've definitely seen a few places in my travels.

I prefer to stick close to home.

How graceful are you?

I'm a total klutz.

Considering my size, I'm not as clumsy as you might think.
I'm as graceful as a dancer.

There are certain situations where I'm more confident and graceful than others.

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