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How about the nine sons of Loong from Chinese legend?
they are:

Haoxian
A reckless and adventuous dragon whose image can be found decorating the eaves of palaces.
Yazi
Valiant and bellicose; his image is seen on sword-hilts and knife hilts.
Chiwen
Chiwen likes to gaze into the distance and his appearance is often carved on pinnacles.
Baxia
Baxia is a good swimmer and his image decorates many bridge piers and archways.
Pulao
Pulao is fond of roaring and his figure is carved on bells.
Bixi
Bixi is an excellent pack-animal whose image appears on panniers.
Qiuniu
Qiuniu loves music and his figure is a common decoration on the bridge of stringed musical instruments.
Suanmi
Suanmi is fond of smoke and fire; his likeness can be seen on the legs of incense-burners.
Jiaotu
Jiaotu is as tight-lipped as a mussel or a snail. His image is carved on doors.