Matching 50 mythical creatures with each of the 50 states

New Hampshire: The Gargoyle

Welcome to New Hampshire. In a state that is known for its granite and quarries, it makes sense that whatever monster or creature we paired with the state had to be very stone-forward. And what better to represent the Granite State than the iconic Gargoyle?

If you grew up in the 90s, then you may remember the animated series Gargoyles, and if you do, then you know that these Gargoyles weren’t actually monsters. Instead, they were really the heroes of the story. But thanks to this series, we know that these stone creatures are not just inanimate objects, they are also unique beings who can come alive at night! And I am here for that mythology.

Seriously though, it just feels like any state that is known for its granite would also be connected to these legendary creatures. And perhaps thanks to the granite the state is known for, some of these Gargoyles were born there, even if they didn’t stay in the state. (Maybe they are off in college somewhere learning new things. Or maybe they are seeing the sights in New York!)

Gargoyles may not always be beautiful or even identifiable, but every single one of them holds a story and a sense of grandeur that is hard to ignore. Of course, their entire purpose is to ward off evil (and divert rainwater, but whatever), so it makes sense that there would be a story for every one of these stone creatures out in the world. And maybe it is just me, but if ever there was a time to fall in love with the myth of the Gargoyle, this feels like a perfect time.