The four mythical beasts usually referred to the mythical beasts in ancient Chinese legends, namely the Azure Dragon, the White Tiger, the Black Tortoise, and the Vermilion Bird. Their spellings were:jīng huī, jīn huī, shīn huī, and xān huī. The Azure Dragon (jīng huīn), which meant "green dragon," was a mythical creature that was considered a symbol of justice, courage, and power. The white tiger (jūn huīn), which meant 'white tiger', was a mysterious and powerful creature that was often described as ferocious and cruel, but also had a kind side. The Black Tortoise (shū huī), which means "black turtle", is a mysterious creature that is believed to be the incarnation of the Black Tortoise Star Lord. It is often depicted as a slow and quiet turtle with great strength and wisdom. The Vermilion Bird, which meant "red bird," was a creature that symbolized passion, vitality, and love. It was considered a symbol of justice and good fortune.