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more about mythical beasts and beings

Adze

Adze ~Ewe~ A vampiric being, the Adze is deeply rooted in the folklore of the Ewe people, an ethnic group predominantly found in Ghana, Togo,

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Black Dog

Black Dog ~English~ The origins of the mythical English Black Dog can be traced back to ancient folklore and legends that have been passed down

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Centaur

Centaur ~Greek~ In Greek mythology, Centaurs are mythical creatures with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. Their origins

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Chimera

Chimera ~Greek~ A legendary creature from Greek mythology, the Chimera is said to have originated from Lycia, a region in Asia Minor. Its origins can

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Chupacabra

Chupacabra ~Latin American~ This is a legendary creature whose origins can be traced back to the late 20th century, specifically to Puerto Rico. The first reported

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Cyclops

Cyclops ~Greek~ One of the most iconic creatures in Greek mythology, the Cyclops were giant beings known for their single, round eye located in the

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Domovoi

Domovoi ~Slavic~ A revered figure from Slavic folklore, known across Russia, Poland, Ukraine, and other Slavic regions, this protective household spirit is deeply connected to

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Fenris

Fenris ~Norse~ Also known as Fenrir or Fenrisúlfr, Fenris is a prominent figure in Norse mythology and a central character in the tales of the

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Gogmagog

Gogmagog ~English~ A mythical character, Gogmagog’s origins can be traced back to ancient British folklore. He is often depicted as a giant or a giant-like

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Imp

Imp ~European~ The mythical creature known as the Imp has its origins deeply rooted in folklore and mythology. Throughout various cultures and legends, the Imp

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Jersey Devil

Jersey Devil ~North American~ A mythical creature that has become an enduring part of American folklore, particularly in the state of New Jersey is the

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Kobold

Kobolds ~German~ The origins of the mythical German Kobold can be traced back to Germanic folklore and mythology. These creatures are known for their mischievous

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Landvaettir

Landvaettir ~Norse~ Also known as the “land wights” or “land spirits,” the Landvaettir are mythical beings from Norse mythology associated with the natural landscape and

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Manticore

Manticore ~Persian & Greek~ This is a legendary creature that has been the subject of various myths and legends throughout history. Its origins can be

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Minotaur

Minotaur ~Greek~ This a creature from ancient Greek mythology is commonly associated with the labyrinth of Knossos on the island of Crete. The origins of

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Nemean Lions

Nemean Lion ~Greek~ According to ancient Greek myths, the Nemean Lion was a monstrous and invulnerable beast that terrorized the region of Nemea in Greece. The

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Oni

Oni ~Japanese~ The mythical creatures known as Oni are prominent figures in Japanese folklore and have been a part of the country’s rich cultural heritage

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Pixies

Pixies ~English~ The concept of pixies dates back to ancient Celtic and British folklore, particularly in the regions of Cornwall and Devon in southwestern England. There

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Roc

Roc ~Middle Eastern~ A mythical bird creature, the Roc originates from various legends and folklore, particularly in the Middle Eastern and North African traditions. The

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Sidhe

Sidhe ~Irish~ The origins of the mythical Irish Sidhe, also known as the Aos Sí or the fairy folk, can be traced back to ancient

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