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Roc (mythology)

Hey there! So you want to know about roc in mythology, huh? Well, imagine there's a really big bird called the roc, and it's HUGE! Ooh, maybe like a pterodactyl! Anyway, this bird is often thought of as a magical creature and is mentioned in stories from the Middle East and South Asia.

People used to believe that the roc was so big that it could carry away elephants in its talons. Can you imagine that? That's how strong its wings were! Sometimes people even said that the roc would eat elephants for breakfast. But don't worry, it's just a story, and we know that birds don't really eat elephants.

In some stories, the roc is thought to be so big that it can block out the sun with its wings. Wow, imagine looking up into the sky and seeing a huge bird like that! But again, this is just a myth and not true.

So there you have it, the roc is a mythical bird from stories in different cultures, and people believed it was really big and strong. I hope that helps you understand what the roc is all about!