Mythological creatures

Mythological creatures inhabit a legendary space unlike no other in our minds and hearts. And this mythical creatures list reminds us of how fantastical their lore is.

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People, no matter from which era and what traditions, have always felt the need to explain their surroundings. After all, the greatest fear is the fear of the unknown. Before science did better explanations, myths, and mythical creatures fulfilled the need to know what, why, and how our reality exists.

"What kind of mythological creature are you?" My result: You are a Mage

Greek mythology has been a part of our World Literature subject since we all went schooling. What made this myth truly inspiring is the stories of heroes and other mortals who live with the Olympian gods and the goddesses, how they mutually care for each other and show balance of peace and prosperity from two

When you think about it, mythical creatures are like caricatures of normal people, exaggerating their traits to extremes.

mythological figure, Greek Mythology

Black Phooka by eoghankerrigan | "P-O-O-K-A. Pooka. From old Celtic mythology, a fairy spirit in animal form, always very large. The pooka appears here and there, now and then, to this one and that one. A benign but mischievous creature. Very fond of rumpots, crackpots, and how are you, Mr. Wilson?" [Inverts and shakes the dictionary] "How are you, Mr. Wilson?" Who in the encyclopedia wants to know?