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  • Aswang

    Aswang

    The Shape-Shifting Terror of the Philippines. The Aswang is one of the most feared supernatural beings in Philippine folklore, a term used to describe a variety of malevolent shape-shifting creatures. Often appearing as ordinary townsfolk by day, Aswangs transform by…

  • Ammit The Soul Eater

    Ammit The Soul Eater

    From ancient Egyptian mythology comes Ammit the soul eater—the monstrous devourer of the dead. If your heart is heavier than truth, she will feed.

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  • BatiBat

    BatiBat

    The BatiBat, a demon from Philippine folklore, is a grotesque, obese hag known for her insatiable appetite and the ability to induce sleep paralysis in humans. The demon is associated with trees, particularly ancient ones with strong roots. Disturbing these…

  • Baba Yaga

    Baba Yaga

    Baba Yaga, a fearsome figure in Slavic folklore, is known for her chicken-legged hut and her dual nature. She is portrayed as a powerful old woman with iron teeth and burning eyes, who can offer wisdom or death. Baba Yaga…

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    China

    Creatures of East Asia: Spirits, Dragons, and Mythical Beasts The vast and ancient cultures of East Asia—encompassing China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam—are steeped in mythology and folklore, where the natural world and the supernatural intertwine in tales of gods, spirits, and creatures both awe-inspiring and terrifying. From…

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  • Japanese Mythology

    Japanese Mythology

    Japanese mythology, originating from a primordial chaos known as "Konton," is intrinsically tied to the nation's identity, differing from Western myths typically centered around an omnipotent deity. The Japanese pantheon comprises a multitude of divine spirits, or "kami," emphasizing harmony…

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  • La Llorona

    La Llorona

    La Llorona, known as the Weeping Woman, is a figure from Mexican folklore often described as a tall, willowy entity draped in a white burial gown. The legend tells of a beautiful peasant woman named María who, in despair after…

The Guiafairo, West African folklore

Africa

Spanning over 30 million square kilometers and encompassing 54 nations, Africa is home to diverse

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Dragons of Asia

Asia

Asia's mythological landscape is a rich tapestry of divine narratives, heroic sagas, and monstrous entities

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Mokosh the Earth Goddess

Europe

European mythologies are not just a collection of tales, but complex frameworks that our ancestors

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Hózhǫ́, often translated as beauty or harmony, representing the ideal state of existence.

North America

The diverse mythological landscape of North America, shaped by over 500 Indigenous nations before European

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Apus, powerful mountain deities of South America

South America

South American cultures abound with stories of mythical creatures, deeply intertwined with the natural world.

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Taniwha guiding the Māori Voyage

Oceania

The folklore and mythology of Oceania's islands offer a rich tapestry of narratives that help

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Fae Folk

Unveiling the realms of the Fae folk reveals a captivating tapestry of mythology, history, and

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The Hodag

Fearsome Critters

The "fearsome critters" are fantastical beasts invented by 19th- and early 20th-century North American lumberjacks

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Shapeshifters & Spirits

The book, "Dark Whispers from the Veil", investigates the realm of spirits and shapeshifters. Spirits,

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The World of Cryptids

Cryptids, mysterious creatures whose existence is unverified, are studied by cryptozoologists who gather testimonies and

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Urban Legends

Urban legends are contemporary folk narratives that reflect societal anxieties and moral boundaries. They often

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The 9 Realms of Norse Mythology

From the depths of Ginnungagap, life springs forth, anchored by the cosmic ash t

Banshee

The Banshee, derived from the Irish term 'bean sídhe', meaning “woman of the fai

Skin-Walker

The Skin-walker, a creature from Native American folklore, specifically among th

Asin

Asin, often referred to as the "Basket Woman," is a creature in Native American

El Cucuy

El Cucuy, also known as Coco or Cuca, is a legendary creature in the folklore of

La Llorona

La Llorona, known as the Weeping Woman, is a figure from Mexican folklore often

Mexico

Akaname

“Beware the grime you leave behind… for something hungers in the dark.” The Akan

Bai Ze

The Bai Ze is a legendary beast in Chinese lore, renowned for its wisdom and kno

China

Beasts of Urban Legend

This section explores Beasts of Urban Legend, modern tales of fear and mystery c

Black-Eyed Children.

The Black-Eyed Children are supernatural beings that appear as pale, quiet child

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