"disturbing" number of teeth. In The Lord of the Rings Online video game the culture of Dunland, sparsely described by J. R. R. Tolkien, is heavily based on the Welsh mythology. The "Avanc" appear as wildlife monsters in Dunland, with appearance resembling that of a crocodile with fur and scales. A lake monster from Welsh mythology, the afanc can also be traced through references in British and Celtic folklore. Sometimes described as taking the form of a crocodile, giant beaver or dwarf, it is also said to be a demonic creature. The afanc was said to attack and devour anyone who entered its waters References Arthurian legend Welsh legendary creatures Mythological aquatic creatures Mythological rodents