Which Mythical Creature Are You When You're Angry?

By: Ian Fortey
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Which Mythical Creature Are You When You're Angry?
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About This Quiz

History has a ton of interesting tales to tell, but in one regard it really falls short - real history is lacking in monsters. As much as we want to hear about the Loch Ness Monster or Bigfoot, there's not a lot of evidence that we've ever been graced with fantastic beasts. Fortunately, mythology is up to its swords and sandals in monsters of every kind - terrible beasts that breathe fire or can turn you to stone with a glance. Some are giants, others are incredibly small, but very few of them are pleasant to be around. It's the heroes of mythology who have to take on these monsters and save the day, which tends to happen more often than not. 

The creatures of mythology often represent some of the darker sides of humanity, and there are some lessons to be learned in the challenges they represent for the heroes that fight them. But what do they represent for you? Which of these mythological beasts is most like you when you lose your cool? Everyone gets angry sometimes, right? If you're curious to find out how your rage would manifest itself in mythology, why not answer some questions about your anger and see!

What word would you use to describe your anger when it bubbles up?
Fiery
Brutal
Cold
Chaotic
Does your anger come on quickly, or is it the sort that has to brew over time?
It can take time or flash quickly.
It's fast and furious.
It's a cold, slow burn.
It's unpredictable.
Are you able to control your anger when it flares up or not?
I'm always in control.
I lose it when I get angry.
I keep a handle on things.
If I get angry enough, there's no control.

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How does your anger usually manifest itself?
I get loud.
I break things.
Silence and angry looks
I curse.
How often do you find yourself getting angry?
Not all that often
A lot
Whenever people provoke me
It's really random.
Do you ever get violent when you're angry?
Rarely
Sometimes
No, I don't.
Not against other people

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Do little things make you angry, or does it take something pretty notable to set you off?
It has to be something significant.
Lots of little things enrage me.
Certain things, yes
Nothing too small, I don't think.
Does getting angry throw your whole day off, or can you cool down pretty quickly?
I can cool down quickly.
The whole day is off.
It can take me some time to cool down.
As soon as I get away from whatever made me angry, I'm fine.
Has anyone ever accused you of having anger issues?
Not really, no
More than one person has.
I've heard that before.
Can't say that they have

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Are you aware of your anger when it happens, or does it seem to come out of nowhere and you only realize it later?
Oh, I'm very aware.
I don't notice it until it's too late.
It really sneaks up on me.
I can feel it coming on.
Do you feel like you're generally a happy person or not?
I'd say so, yes.
Not really
For the most part, I suppose so.
It can be up and down.
Do you ever do things you're not proud of when you're angry?
Not at all
Oh yeah
Not usually
I have in the past.

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How do you handle arguments with your friends and loved ones?
They can get heated.
I pretty much bowl over them.
I try to keep calm.
Really depends on the nature of the argument
What can help you chill yourself out when you're angry?
Going for a walk
Not much
Taking some deep breaths
Just trying to shift focus
How do you react to someone cutting you off in traffic?
Honking
Full-on road rage
I'll give them the finger.
I'll curse them out.

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What would you do if someone at work stole your lunch from the office fridge?
Steal someone else's lunch
Hunt them down
Head right to management
Sabotage other lunches
How many times have you been in a physical fight with someone?
Once or twice
Many times
Never
I've had my share.
How would you react to someone trash-talking you on the internet?
I'd just ignore them.
I'd challenge them to say it to my face.
I'd block them.
I'd flame them right back.

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What would you do if you found out your significant other was cheating on you?
Dump them on the spot
I'd find out who they were cheating with and throw down.
I'd burn their stuff.
I'd curse up a storm.
Do you feel like you're under a lot of stress from day to day?
Sometimes
Constantly
No more than anyone else
Yeah, you could say that.
Do you ever wish you could be more chill?
Not at all
Yes, I do.
I feel like I'm pretty chill already.
Sometimes

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Has your temper ever caused a get-together like a party or a family holiday to end early?
I've left in anger, that was all.
More than a few
Of course not
Once
Have you ever been kicked out of a business because of your behavior?
Not me
A few times
No one kicks me out.
I left of my own choosing.
Are you prone to holding grudges?
I can, if it's worth it.
Definitely
Not really
Depends on the grudge

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After an argument, are you likely to apologize first or wait for the other person to apologize?
I can be a bit stubborn.
I'll wait for my apology.
I can apologize first.
Hard to say without context
Have you ever gone out of your way to get revenge on someone who wronged you?
Maybe
Doesn't everyone?
Not really, no
Yep!
Do you stick up for your friends when they get insulted by someone?
If I need to
I'll throw down on anyone who trashes my friends.
My friends can usually take care of themselves.
You bet I will.

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Do you ever get angry at the news or sports on TV?
Not often
I have cursed out the TV before.
The TV? No
Sometimes, if something crazy happens
Do you enjoy going to work, or is it something you do because you have to?
I don't like it or hate it.
I kind of hate it.
I'm fine with work.
Some days it's just the worst.
Do you ever start trouble just for the fun of it?
Who me? No
You bet.
I never go looking for trouble.
Yes, I do.

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