Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged ideas, mythical creature, myths, writing on February 11, 2013| 30 Comments »
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When you think of dragons, do you imagine monstrous, serpent-like creatures that hiss and spit fire, or perhaps it’s a golden dragon who lives in a cave, guarding its treasure, or could it be wise dragon who holds the answers to the universe? Which ever one your picture, know this – dragon folklore differs greatly from one country to the next, and if you find yourself about to meet one, make sure you know exactly what you’re dealing with.
ZMEY
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged creatures series, folklore, homunculus, miniature versions, monsters, myth, mythical creatures, mythology on July 30, 2012| 19 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
A tiny humanoid created through alchemy, the homunculus could easily carry out your commands. So imagine having an army of them. It reminds me of Frankenstein in many ways.
HOMUNCULUS
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged african, folklore, monsters, myth, mythical creatures, mythology, south africa on July 2, 2012| 15 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
If a hideous creature near a bit dares you to throw a rock at him, walk away. Or pretty soon you might end up on his dinner menu.
GA-GORIB
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged chupacabra, folklore, monsters, myth, mythical creatures, mythology, puerto rico on June 18, 2012| 16 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
Is it a myth? Legend? Hairless coyote? This creature comes out at night and has a particular interest in blood, so keep your animals inside, especially if you live in Puerto Rico.
CHUPACABRAS
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged filipino, folklore, manananggal, monsters, myth, mythical creatures, mythology, Philippines on June 4, 2012| 15 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
There is a saying that a manananggal’s attack can be avoided by death. Considering this creature can fly after separating itself from the lower half of its body, and eats babies, it’s best to keep a very long distance.
MANANANGGAL
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged doppelganger, double walker, folklore, german, monsters, myth, mythical creatures, mythology on May 28, 2012| 21 Comments »
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Doppelgangers are similar to the ‘evil twin’ and cause a lot of trouble, but others see them as ghosts. Whichever way you see them, one thing is certain – its appearance is rarely good news.
DOPPELGANGER
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged creatures, myth, mythological on May 4, 2012| 11 Comments »
Gorgeous artwork by Katrina Sesum
It’s been one year since I kicked off the Monday Mythology meme. And it was about time these mythological creatures finally gained their own, dedicated page on my blog. So, I’m introducing a new tab titled ‘Mythology’ along the top of this page, or click here to go there.
Rather than list the creatures at the base of each mythological blog, I’ll now be adding them to the Mythology page, meaning it will be easier to find information on any mythological creature I’ve researched.
I hope you find it easy to navigate through.
Enjoy.
Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged folklore, germanic, gnome, kobold, monsters, mythical creatures, mythology on April 30, 2012| 23 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
Legend says anyone who tries to see a kobold will meet a terrible end, so if you suspect one lives in your home, or in a cave, or travels on a ship, show it respect and let it be. The little prankster will leave on their own when they are ready.
KOBOLD
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged fairy, folklore, forest, leshy, monsters, mythical creatures, mythology on March 26, 2012| 31 Comments »
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If a Leshy kidnaps someone, that person returns home with a vague manner, feeling disoriented, and often covered in moss. Be wary of these fairy kind when entering the woods.
LESHY
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged death, folklore, grim reaper, monsters, mythical creatures, mythology on March 12, 2012| 34 Comments »
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Death is often given the name Grim Reaper. It is also given the name of the Angel of Death or Devil of Death or the angel of dark and light stemming from the Bible (refers to “Abaddon” (The Destroyer), an Angel whose true identity is a mystery).
GRIM REAPER
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged devil, egypt, folklore, hungarian, monsters, mythical creatures, mythology on February 27, 2012| 15 Comments »
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A Hungarian shapeshifting demon.
Image source - dudenbuch
ORDOG
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged egypt, egyptian, folklore, goddess, monsters, mythical creatures, mythology, wadjet on February 20, 2012| 16 Comments »
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An ancient goddess, existing even before the two kingdoms of Egypt united, more than 5000 years ago.
WADJET
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged folklore, golem, jewish folklore, monsters, mythical creatures, mythology on February 13, 2012| 20 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
Golems are giant, clay-like creatures animated by a single word written on paper and stuffed into their mouths. Knowing the right magic to bring such a being to life, means he’ll do whatever you ask of him.
GOLEM
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged creatures, creatures series, ideas, japanese, mythical creature, mythology, myths, writing on February 6, 2012| 24 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
An avian spirit, the tengu was responsible all sorts of mischievous deeds on humans, especially on pretentious Buddhist priests and samurai.
TENGU
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Posted in Mythology Monday, tagged creatures, creatures series, ideas, mythical creature, mythology, myths, writing on January 30, 2012| 17 Comments »
Mythical Creatures Series
What is an undead viking that retains some semblance of its intelligence, and who delight in the suffering that they cause?
DRAUGR
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