The qilin is also found in Japanese mythology where it is known as the kirin, a yokai that is regarded as highly sacred and powerful due to being associated with purity, goodness, and times of peace.

Age of Mythology: Retold's first big expansion ... These gods come alongside new Myth units like the Qilin, as well as Chinese soldiers including the iconic Chu Ko Nu crossbowmen.

Microsoft says a North Korean hacking group tracked as Moonstone Sleet has deployed Qilin ransomware payloads in a limited number of recent attacks. "Since late February 2025, Microsoft has ...