Legends & Lore
Legends & Lore journeys through global mythology and folklore. Discover ancient legends, urban myths, and supernatural beings that have shaped cultures and inspired wonder for generations.
The Yeti: Snow Monster of the Himalayas and the Mystery of Its Existence
Discover the legend of the Yeti, also known as the Abominable Snowman, a mysterious ape-like creature said to roam the Himalayas. Explore sightings, footprints, and the ongoing debate about its existence.
The Will-o’-the-Wisp: Lights That Lead Astray in Folklore and Science
Discover the legend and science behind the will-o’-the-wisp—enigmatic lights seen at night in marshes that folklore says mislead travelers. Explore their eerie glow and the mystery that surrounds them.
The White Lady: Ghostly Apparitions Across Cultures and Their Enduring Legends
Discover the enduring legends of the White Lady, a ghostly apparition seen worldwide. Uncover stories of tragedy, loss, and mystery behind this haunting figure in folklore.
The Yeti: Himalayan Legends of the Abominable Snowman and the Search for Truth
Explore the enduring legend of the Yeti, the mysterious Abominable Snowman of the Himalayas. Discover folklore, sightings, and the search for truth behind this elusive mountain creature.
The Tikoloshe: Zulu Water Spirit Legends and Cultural Significance
Discover the legend of the Tikoloshe, a mischievous and malevolent water spirit from Zulu mythology. Learn about its powers, cultural significance, and the folklore surrounding this enigmatic dwarf-like creature.
The Tikbalang: Trickster Spirits of the Philippines and Their Role in Local Folklore
Discover the legend of the Tikbalang, the tall, half-horse trickster spirit of Philippine folklore. Explore their role in local myths and how they haunt forests and mountains across the Philippines.
The Wendigo: Spirit of Hunger and Cannibalism in Native American Folklore
Discover the Wendigo, a terrifying spirit from Algonquian folklore linked to hunger, famine, and cannibalism. Learn how this legend symbolizes the dangers of greed and insatiable hunger in Native American culture.
The Tatzelwurm: Alpine Dragon-Cat Legends and Sightings Explained
Discover the legend of the Tatzelwurm, a mythical Alpine dragon-cat with a serpent body and feline face. Explore centuries of sightings and folklore from Switzerland and Austria's remote mountains.
The Rougarou: Cajun Werewolf of Louisiana and Its Folklore Roots
Discover the chilling legend of the Rougarou, Louisiana’s Cajun werewolf with roots in French folklore. Explore its swampy origins, mysterious shape-shifting, and cultural impact in Cajun communities.
The Púca: Irish Fairy Shapeshifter Legends and Folklore Explained
Discover the mysterious Púca, a legendary Irish fairy known for its shapeshifting into animals like horses, goats, and hares. Explore its dual nature as a mischievous trickster and helpful spirit in Irish folklore.
The Tengu: Trickster of the Japanese Mountains and Their Enduring Folklore
Discover the enigmatic Tengu of Japanese folklore—supernatural tricksters and mountain guardians who blur the line between yōkai and Shinto kami, embodying centuries of myth and mystery.
The Pontianak: Spirit of Vengeance in Southeast Asian Folklore and Mythology
Discover the chilling legend of the Pontianak, a vengeful female spirit from Southeast Asian folklore believed to be the ghost of a woman who died during childbirth. Explore her haunting story and cultural impact.
The Qalupalik: Inuit Child-Stealing Sea Monster Explored Through Myth and Legend
Discover the legend of the Qalupalik, a half-human, half-sea creature from Inuit mythology known for abducting children near Arctic shores. Explore its eerie role in Inuit culture and cautionary tales.
The Nuckelavee: Scotland’s Skinless Nightmare and Its Role in Scottish Folklore
Discover the chilling legend of the Nuckelavee, Scotland’s skinless horse-human demon from the Orkney Islands, known for spreading disease and destruction in Scottish folklore.
The Nian: Chinese New Year’s Terrifying Beast and Its Ancient Legend
Discover the ancient legend of the Nian, a fearsome beast from Chinese folklore that shaped Chinese New Year customs by terrorizing villages each year. Learn how this mythical creature inspired festive traditions.
The Nuckelavee: Orcadian Demon of Death from Scottish Folklore Explained
Discover the terrifying Nuckelavee, a skinless horse-human demon from Orcadian folklore, feared for bringing death, disease, and crop failure to Scotland’s Orkney Islands. Learn its haunting origins and legends.
The Origins of the Vampire Myth in Eastern Europe
Discover the roots of the vampire myth in Eastern Europe, tracing ancient Slavic folklore tales of restless dead and blood-drinking spirits that shaped the iconic vampire legend.
The Loup-Garou: French Werewolf Legends and Origins Explained
Discover the fascinating history of the loup-garou, the French werewolf. Explore centuries-old legends, folklore, and the eerie origins behind this mythical wolf-transforming figure in France and French Canada.
The Mokele-Mbembe: Congo’s Living Dinosaur and the Mystery of Africa’s Elusive Legend
Discover the mystery of Mokele-Mbembe, the elusive water-dwelling creature of the Congo River Basin. Explore eyewitness accounts and the legend of Africa’s living dinosaur.
The Nuckelavee: Horse Demon of Scottish Lore and Its Origins in Myth and Folklore
Discover the chilling legend of the Nuckelavee, a fearsome skinless horse demon from Scottish Orcadian folklore. Learn about its grotesque form, origins, and the dark myths surrounding this monstrous creature feared for spreading disease and blight along Scotland’s northern shores.