Tengu is a mythical creature that originates from Japanese folklore. It is depicted as a bird-like creature with a long nose and sharp claws. Tengu is known for its mischievous and sometimes malevolent behavior. However, it also has a more benevolent side, and some versions of the legend describe it as a protector of the …
Wewe Gombel is a prominent mythical creature in Javanese mythology that is said to kidnap children. The legend of Wewe Gombel is often used to encourage children to be cautious and stay at home at night. Traditionally, Wewe Gombel is depicted as a woman with long, hanging breasts. According to the myth, Wewe Gombel kidnaps …
Camazotz is a mythical creature that has been a part of Mesoamerican mythology for centuries. The creature is often depicted as a bat-like humanoid figure with sharp claws and teeth. According to legend, Camazotz was a powerful deity associated with death and sacrifice. The name “Camazotz” is derived from the K’iche’ word “kame,” which means …
Wechuge is a mythical creature that appears in the legends of the Athabaskan people. It is a man-eating creature or evil spirit that is said to have possessed or overwhelmed a person who has become “too strong.” In Beaver mythology, Wechuge is related to the power of the ancient giant spirit animals. Similar to the …
Ghouls are mythical creatures that have been part of various cultures and folklore for centuries. They are often associated with graveyards, death, and the consumption of human flesh. The concept of ghouls originated in pre-Islamic Arabian religion, where they were believed to be demons or monstrous humanoids. In popular legend, ghouls are believed to inhabit …
Gremlins are mythological creatures that have been around for over a century. These mischievous and often destructive creatures were first invented at the beginning of the 20th century to explain malfunctions in aircraft. They were later believed to be responsible for malfunctions in other machinery, processes, and their operators. The name “gremlin” comes from the …
Błudnik is a mythical creature from Slavic folklore. It is believed to be a mischievous gnome that dwells in the region of Łużyce. According to legend, Błudnik is known for leading people astray and decoying them into swamps. The creature is said to be a type of demon that often manifests as a gnome, leading …
Nisse is a mythical creature from Scandinavian folklore that is often associated with the winter solstice and the Christmas season. They are typically depicted as small, bearded men wearing a conical or knit cap in gray, red, or some other bright color. They are known for their mischievous nature and their ability to bring good …
Zashiki-warashi is a mythical creature in Japanese folklore that is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the household it inhabits. They are also known as “parlor children” or “parlor boyo,” and are said to reside in the storage rooms or parlors of traditional Japanese homes. These supernatural beings are characterized by their playful …
Poltergeist is a mythical creature that has been the subject of many stories and legends throughout history. In German folklore and ghostlore, a poltergeist is a type of ghost or spirit that is responsible for physical disturbances, such as loud noises and objects being moved or destroyed. The word “poltergeist” comes from the German words …