Horse was central to nomadic Turkish life and shamanic traditions. Eagle became national symbol, representing sovereignty and power. Horse was sacrificial animal to Sky God in Altay Turk culture
Turkish illustrator from Eskişehir specializes in mythology and graphic novels. Grew up in Aydın with intellectual family and extensive library. Influenced by 19th century Belle Époque and Art Nouveau. Discovered black metal subculture during high school
Grey Wolf legend tells of Asena, leader of Göktürk clan. Ergenekon legend explains 400-year Turkish captivity. Dede Korkut Stories cover 12 legendary Oghuz Turk stories
Turkic and Mongolian mythologies are closely related and influenced each other. Tengri, the sky god, is the oldest known mythological concept. Earliest Turkic sources include Irk Bitig manuscript from 10th century Dunhuang
Tengri is the sky god and creator of all things. Kayra is the supreme god of the universe. Umay represents fertility and motherhood. Erlik rules the underworld and death
Turkic mythology centers around a vast pantheon of gods and goddesses. Tengri, the supreme sky god, created the universe. Umay, goddess of fertility, protects women and households. Erlik governs death and the underworld. Ülgen represents wisdom and heavenly light