There Be Dragons
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
THERE BE DRAGONS! (J8x32) 3C (4C set) John Drewry Greenburn Book 21- 8 1s set and cross to 2nd place while 2s cross RH and cast up, 2s+1s dance double ½ Fig of 8 (1s cast)
9-16 2s+1s+3s dance Grand Chain
17-24 2s+1s+3s circle 6H round to left, pivot and chase back to places
25-32 1s dance reels of 3 across (Lady with 2s and Man with 3s)
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
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The expression "Here be dragons" is a phrase that historically appeared on ancient maps to denote unexplored or unknown territories. It was often used by cartographers in the medieval and Renaissance periods to indicate areas that were beyond the known and mapped regions. The idea was to warn map readers or explorers about potential dangers in uncharted territories, and the image of dragons was a symbolic way of representing the unknown and the mysterious.While the actual use of the phrase on maps is somewhat rare, the concept has persisted in popular culture and is sometimes used more broadly to refer to areas or subjects that are uncertain, dangerous, or unexplored. In a metaphorical sense, saying "There be dragons" could imply that one is considering entering uncharted territory where the outcome is uncertain or risky.
Today, the expression is sometimes used humorously or metaphorically in various contexts to suggest a sense of caution or the unknown.
A modern example would be just after advising someone to "Type regedit and press Enter". Saying "There Be Dragons" would be a quick way of warning that "Modifying the Windows Registry should be approached with caution, as incorrect changes can lead to system instability or even make the system unusable and can cause serious problems with your operating system".
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