★ From the Scrolls
Stories, insights, and discoveries from the world of mythical creatures.
In original folklore, a vampire wasn’t a sparkly heartthrob; it was a reanimated corpse (upir or vrykolakas). It was a…
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The Jiangshi (僵尸), often translated as “stiff corpse” or “hopping vampire,” is a prominent creature in Chinese folklore. These reanimated…
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In Hindu mythology, a Brahmarakshasa (also spelled as Brahma Rakshasa or Brahma Rakshas) is a supernatural creature or spirit with…
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In Hindu mythology, the Vetal (also spelled as Vetala) is a supernatural creature or spirit often associated with ghosts, revenants,…
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The Bean Nighe (pronounced ban nee-yeh), also known as the Washer at the Ford, is a mythical creature in Scottish…
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The Nattravn, often referred to as “Night Raven” in English, is a mythical creature from Scandinavian folklore, particularly in Norwegian…
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Haunting the churchyard of Strongbow’s Tower in Waterford, Ireland, the Dearg Due (pronounced Darrig Doo) is one of the most…
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A zombie is a fictional undead creature that is often depicted in popular culture, particularly in horror films, TV shows,…
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