Origin: Lithuanian Chronicles

The Iron Wolf is a Lithuanian legend about the founding of Vilnius. The story begins with a group of Lithuanians who are being chased by their enemies. They come to a river and are about to be captured when a wolf appears and leads them to safety. The wolf then turns into a man and tells the Lithuanians that he is their ancestor. He tells them that they will one day build a great city on the banks of the river, and that the city will be called Vilnius. The Lithuanians are grateful to the wolf, and they name the city after him. The Iron Wolf is a symbol of strength, courage, and loyalty. He is a reminder of the Lithuanians' heritage and their determination to survive.