1) Heraldic beast 
An Alphyn (from the Germanic word for `chaser` or `wolf`), also known as awfyn or alfin in older writings, is a rare heraldic creature. It is much like a heraldic tiger, but stockier and with tufts of hair covering its body, and also has a thick mane and long thin tongue. Another notable characteristic is its and its knotted tail, reminiscent ...