Somewhere between the 11th and 13th centuries, Gargoyles reigned atop the most spiritual of dwellings. Originally designed as ornamental water spouts, the Catholic Religion decided it was not a bad idea to place them on their own cathedrals, as this might cushion the blow for many recent converts, who up until now had based their religious beliefs on a wide variety of natural and un-natural beings. A more widely accepted belief is that the Gargoyle serves as protector and will ward off any evil that may attempt to corrupt the castle. Modern day Gargoyles have adopted many other uses such as Gothic ornaments, icons of mythology, and of late have become cartoon heroes. However you view the Beautifully Grotesque Gargoyle, you can't help but wonder ....

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