Since ancient times, when it served to safeguard the homes of emperors and government officials, the Chinese have always admired and respected this extremely good luck symbol.
The Pi Yao is found in many places in Oriental countries, such as banks, casinos, and finance companies – anything that has to do with a benefit from monetary gain. When placed as a pair, the Pi Yao becomes known as Tian Lu (Heavenly Protector) and Pi Xi (Evil Dispeller). The Pi Yao can be placed singly or in a pair. The figurine of the Pi Yao often shows it sitting on a pile of coins, signifying that it will guard your wealth in addition to bringing you more. This is a unique symbolism, indicating that money will come to you but never leave. A very fascinating fact about this creature is that it does not have an anus, so that, despite its never-ending appetite, things go in yet never come out. It has 4 legs and hooves, as well as a tail and tiny wings. It has the face of a lion-dog, and a single horn. The Pi Yao also has a very unique look, and is the combination of a variety of animals. This mystical good luck creature is the ninth son of the Heavenly Dragon whose task is to provide the blessings of good finance and wealth luck. Piyao is a very loyal creature, and will always attempt to rid its owners life of bad luck and replace it with wealth luck.
