Wayob is a term that originates from the Maya culture, specifically from the Yucatec Maya language. It refers to a person who has the ability to transform into an animal while sleeping, in order to do harm. The term can also refer to the animal transformation itself. In Classic Maya belief, Wayob animals were considered …
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Ajatar is an evil female spirit in Finnish folklore. She is said to live in the woods located at the mountains of Pohjola, and is often described as having hair-plaits that reach to her heels and breasts that hang down to her knees. Ajatar is also known as the “Devil of the Woods” and is …
The Goat of Mendes is a deity that has been associated with various occult and esoteric traditions. It is often depicted with a goat’s face and legs, and has been linked to the Knights Templar and their alleged worship of Baphomet. However, some scholars argue that the Goat of Mendes has its roots in ancient …
Aufhocker is a shapeshifter in German folklore that takes on various forms. The name Aufhocker means “leap upon” and is described in German legend as having an unidentifiable shape because it takes on shapes such as a goblin, a beautiful woman, a dead man, or various animals. Some believe the Aufhocker is a vampiric creature …
Deildegast is a term that originates from Norwegian folklore. It refers to a type of ghost that is associated with the sanctity of boundary stones. The tradition of deildegast is most prevalent in the southern parts of Norway and is also connected to the gjenganger phenomenon. According to the folklore, a deildegast is a restless …
Bakeneko is a type of yōkai, a supernatural entity in Japanese folklore, that takes on the appearance of a long-tailed cat with special abilities. According to legends, Bakeneko allegedly begin as regular domestic cats, but as they get older, they change. They can disguise themselves as smaller cats or humans, eat anything, and cause misfortune …
Pondoro is a term that can refer to various things, from a famous big-game hunter to a game lodge in South Africa. John Howard “Pondoro” Taylor was a well-known hunter and ivory poacher of Irish descent who lived from 1904 to 1969. He was born in Dublin and became a professional hunter in Africa, mainly …
Lady White Snake is a famous Chinese folktale that has been told for over a thousand years. The story centers around a romance between a man named Xu Xian and a snake spirit named Bai Suzhen. In the legend, two snakes, white and green, transformed themselves into humans and entered the world as a lady …
Breton mythology is a rich collection of stories and legends that have been passed down through generations in the Brittany region of France. The mythology is steeped in nature and features many gods and creatures associated with natural phenomena. These creatures are often depicted as powerful, magical beings that can influence the world around them. …
Bulgarian mythology is rich with fascinating creatures that have been passed down through generations. These creatures range from fierce dragons to mischievous spirits and everything in between. One of the most well-known creatures is the lamya, a female version of a dragon that is said to have three or nine dog heads, razor-sharp claws, and …