Unicorns are not only extremely aesthetically pleasing, but they are also lovely companions. Their horse-like features add a sense of familiarity, and make them more approachable than a cold, unfeeling, scaly dragon. Plus, they are easier to ride than a dragon by far, because their backs are perfect for saddling.

In general, unicorns embody happiness. They remind us of a simpler time. Many people have fond memories of unicorn media from when they were younger. Some examples of this are The Last Unicorn and My Little Pony. All of these portrayals paint the unicorns in a pure and positive light, which reflects the pureness and innocence of being a child. They symbolize everything right in the world, as opposed to dragons, which are often affiliated with death and destruction.

Furthermore, unicorns are Scottish. Which you may think of as a con at first, but think of all the good things on this Earth that Scotland brought us. For example, curling and golf were both invented by the Scottish, which are both very beloved sports by all. Unicorns are just another great invention to come out of Scotland.

Lastly, they make awesome frappuccinos. Could a dragon make an overpriced iced coffee drink? I don’t think so.

“Growing up, I always thought a real unicorn would be awesome,” said sophomore Rachel Trapf. “So the notion of one is still amusing to this day.”