Karzełek is a diminutive of the word karzeł, which means “dwarf” in Polish. In Slavic mythology, Karzełek is a guardian of gems, crystals, and precious metals. They live in mines and underground workings and are said to protect miners from danger and lead them back when they are lost. According to legend, Karzełek will also …
Kachina refers to the spiritual beings of the Pueblo people, who are Native Americans located in the southwestern part of the United States. Kachina is a term for the divine and ancestral spirit beings that interact with humans in the Pueblo Indian religions. The kachina rites are practiced by the Hopi, Zuni, Tewa, and Keresan …
Kurupi is a prominent mythical figure in the folklore of the Guarani people, an indigenous group in South America. The legend of Kurupi varies across different regions, but he is often depicted as a mischievous spirit associated with fertility and impregnation. Kurupi is known for his distinctive feature, a large penis that can go through …
Kigatilik is a mythical creature that appears in Inuit religion and is known as a fanged demon that kills shamans. In Champions Online, Kigatilik is a Cosmic-level boss and a demon god also known as the Slayer of Shaman. This creature is also mentioned in other media, including the PRIMUS Database and Reddit. According to …
La Llorona, also known as the Weeping Woman, is a popular legend in Mexican and Latin American cultures. The story of La Llorona centers around a woman who drowned her children in a jealous rage after discovering her husband’s infidelity. According to the legend, La Llorona roams near bodies of water, weeping and searching for …
Kumiho, also known as the nine-tailed fox, is a creature from Korean mythology that has captured the imagination of people for centuries. It is said to be a shape-shifting creature that can turn into a beautiful woman and seduce men. However, the kumiho is also known to be a malevolent creature that preys on humans, …
Lindworms are mythical creatures that have long been a part of Northern and Central European folklore. These creatures are said to have the shape of a giant serpent monster and are believed to live deep in the forest. Lindworms are often associated with dragons and are said to have the power to increase everything that …
The Lava bear is a unique variety of American black bear that is found in the lava beds of south-central Oregon. The animal is described as a very small bear with wooly light brown fur, and the few lava bears that were killed or captured were a little larger than a badger. Although it was …
Lakhey is a traditional dance form that is widely performed by the Newar community of Nepal. The dance is usually performed during the Indra Jatra festival, which is celebrated to honor the Hindu king of heaven, Indra. Lakhey is a dance of a demon who is believed to protect the community from evil and diseases. …
The Machlyes were a legendary ancient Libyan tribe who were said to have lived around Lake Tritonis in north-west Libya. According to Herodotus, their young women held a ritual battle with sticks and stones annually with neighboring Auseans. While the Machlyes may have had some basis in reality, the historical tribe known as the Machlyes …