The Naga is a half-human, half serpent creature native to Southeast Asia. Associated strongly with water and underground caverns, Nagas are believed to be guardians of treasure. Category: Humanoid History Naga's are deemed semi-divine by many Asian cultures, and are seen giving guidance and advice to both gods and the Buddha in different mythologies. They... Continue Reading →
Fruit dragons, one of the smaller dragon species, are peaceful wyverns who live in orchards and forests. Due to their shy nature, sightings are extremely rare. Category: Dragon/Forest History While their larger cousins are known for their fierce nature, treasure hoarding or immense wisdom, fruit dragons are a little-known species that rarely feature in any... Continue Reading →
There are many bodies of water believed to contain a supernatural creature. Loch Ness and Nessie, the Kraken in the seas. Charybdis and Scylla of the Mediterranean. But Lake Superior is not one of these cases. Lake Superior is the creature. History There have been thousands of shipwrecks in the Great Lakes chain in North... Continue Reading →
Sprites are a mischievous creature related to elves and fairies. While small, they can be vicious if crossed. Category: Forest History Sprites are small and known to be tricksters. Tales of interactions with them typically result in a human offending them in some way, and being cursed with bad fortune or pranks until they are... Continue Reading →
A North American creature, the Mothman is a nocturnal creature considered a harbinger of doom and misfortune. Category: Nocturnal History First reported on in 1966, Mothman is a creature shrouded in mystery. Sightings of the creature are often a sign of bad things to come, as its' appearance has been tied to a number of... Continue Reading →
The jackalope is a small creature native to North America. Appearing to be a jack rabbit with deer-like antlers, they are a shy species rarely seen in the wild. Category: Grasslands/Nocturnal History The jackalope is known for confusing and startling travelers in the American West, but rarely appears to seek out humans or other company.... Continue Reading →
Nymphs, a cousin to the dryad, are nature spirits found in bodies of water. Native primarily to the Mediterranean, they are fierce when provoked. Category: Aquatic History Nymphs are a type of demigod from Greek mythology, nature spirits that represent bodies of water. Nymphs are all female; their male children frequently become heroes or demigods... Continue Reading →
Dryads are a generally peaceful creature native to the Mediterranean region. They are nature spirits of great strength, but are only dangerous when threatened. Be aware, dryads are not only protective of their trees but of their entire forest in which they dwell Category: Forest/Diurnal History Dryads are considered demigods of Greek mythology, the nymphs... Continue Reading →
The Will-o'-the-Wisp is an unusual creature hailing from the British Isles. Appearing from a distance as a floating lantern light, they are famous for drawing travelers to their deaths, lost and alone. Category: Nocturnal History The Will-o'-the-Wisp does not have a set history, as in many cases it appears as an illusion. They show themselves... Continue Reading →
The vampire is one of the most feared and dangerous of the supernatural creatures. A creature of deadly grace and fierce intelligence. Category: Nocturnal/Undead History The common vampire hails from eastern Europe and holds a place in a wide number of myths. The most popular variation can be tied to the tale of Dracula, an... Continue Reading →
The Creature Compendium 