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#1 Banshee
A banshee is typically a fairy woman who is perceived as an omen of death. Banshees and other similar creatures can be found in Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Welsh, Norse, and American mythologies and folklore. While banshees are usually depicted as ugly hags, they can also take the form of an extremely beautiful woman. Banshees are often thought to wail or keen in some way either at someone’s death or as a warning that someone is about to die. The sound that the banshee makes varies by region and can be anything from a high keen that can shatter glass to a “low, pleasant singing†to the sound of an owl. In fact, the screech of the barn owl (which has long been associated with Irish culture) is a possible explanation of the origin of this creature.
#12 Cockatrice
This creature has been around in English myth and culture for centuries. The cockatrice is basically a cross between a roosters and a dragon. Cockatrices were thought to be able to turn people to stone or to kill them simply by looking at them (or in some cases breathing on them or touching them). The cockatrice is supposedly born from the egg of a chicken, which has been incubated by a toad or a snake, although this may not be possible with just any chicken egg. It is thought that cockatrice’s could be born from a cock egg (a yolkless egg thought to be laid by a rooster). If you should find a yolkless egg among your chickens, simply toss the yolkless egg over your house, making sure it lands on the other side without hitting the house itself. Should you ever have the need to rid yourself of a cockatrice, it is said that they will die instantly if they hear a rooster crow, but if you don’t have a rooster on hand or the cockatrice has already killed it, then you can always try to get it to look at itself in the mirror. This may be difficult as the cockatrice can also fly.
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#1 Banshee
A banshee is typically a fairy woman who is perceived as an omen of death. Banshees and other similar creatures can be found in Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Welsh, Norse, and American mythologies and folklore. While banshees are usually depicted as ugly hags, they can also take the form of an extremely beautiful woman. Banshees are often thought to wail or keen in some way either at someone’s death or as a warning that someone is about to die. The sound that the banshee makes varies by region and can be anything from a high keen that can shatter glass to a “low, pleasant singing†to the sound of an owl. In fact, the screech of the barn owl (which has long been associated with Irish culture) is a possible explanation of the origin of this creature.
#12 Cockatrice
This creature has been around in English myth and culture for centuries. The cockatrice is basically a cross between a roosters and a dragon. Cockatrices were thought to be able to turn people to stone or to kill them simply by looking at them (or in some cases breathing on them or touching them). The cockatrice is supposedly born from the egg of a chicken, which has been incubated by a toad or a snake, although this may not be possible with just any chicken egg. It is thought that cockatrice’s could be born from a cock egg (a yolkless egg thought to be laid by a rooster). If you should find a yolkless egg among your chickens, simply toss the yolkless egg over your house, making sure it lands on the other side without hitting the house itself. Should you ever have the need to rid yourself of a cockatrice, it is said that they will die instantly if they hear a rooster crow, but if you don’t have a rooster on hand or the cockatrice has already killed it, then you can always try to get it to look at itself in the mirror. This may be difficult as the cockatrice can also fly.
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Good start for me with #1. And great info. I never heard of a Cockatrice before and definitely hope not to see one. ever. This is a great subject for this time of year. And amazing pictures.
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I've got one number today. Off to a good start
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woohoo!
I'm at 1/10. (this is a good one ...)
I'm at 1/10. (this is a good one ...)
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One for me as well.
We actually had a yokeless egg from our hens! It was very tiny....don't think we had a cockerel at that time though......scared now....
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We actually had a yokeless egg from our hens! It was very tiny....don't think we had a cockerel at that time though......scared now....
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#4 Kraken
This giant squid has been the subject of much speculation and study over the centuries. They are generally thought to inhabit the waters of Greenland and Norway. There are several early accounts describing kraken, dating as far back as the 13th century. Although the authors of these works seem to believe that the kraken exists, even they admit that there is much that is unknown about these beasts, like exactly how big they or exactly how many of them are dwelling in the cold sea. Regardless, sailors have long reported sightings of the beast (or beasts in some cases). Sailors have the most to fear from the kraken, as the creatures are thought to be capable of not only sinking ships with its long tentacles, but also swallowing them whole. And that’s not to mention the whirlpools that can form in the kraken’s wake, offering plenty of danger to ships even if the kraken passes them by. Modern scholars will tell you that any historical reference to this creature was based on sightings of the giant squid, but I would still be wary if I were to sail in those waters.
#10 Mermaids
Most of us are familiar with this creature, who is half woman, half fish. References to mermaids can be found in cultures all over the world, from Europe to Africa to the Caribbean to China. Although some claim that mermaids are benevolent creatures (there are many accounts of them falling in love with sailors), there are others who would prefer not to come across them. In the British Isles, mermaids have been considered bad omens, predicting trouble for ships at sea (and sometimes being the ones to cause it). The “rusalkas†of Eastern Europe are actually considered to be the spirits of young women who died unexpectedly or violently and who dwell in rivers and lakes. These creatures take the form of beautiful women with pale skin and long green hair, and will lure young men into the water to drown them. Though no scientific evidence supports their existence, there continue to be reported sightings of mermaids around the world to this day. I would recommend keeping your distance if you spot them, as I'm not sure how you tell the difference between a good and a bad mermaid.
#4 Kraken
This giant squid has been the subject of much speculation and study over the centuries. They are generally thought to inhabit the waters of Greenland and Norway. There are several early accounts describing kraken, dating as far back as the 13th century. Although the authors of these works seem to believe that the kraken exists, even they admit that there is much that is unknown about these beasts, like exactly how big they or exactly how many of them are dwelling in the cold sea. Regardless, sailors have long reported sightings of the beast (or beasts in some cases). Sailors have the most to fear from the kraken, as the creatures are thought to be capable of not only sinking ships with its long tentacles, but also swallowing them whole. And that’s not to mention the whirlpools that can form in the kraken’s wake, offering plenty of danger to ships even if the kraken passes them by. Modern scholars will tell you that any historical reference to this creature was based on sightings of the giant squid, but I would still be wary if I were to sail in those waters.
#10 Mermaids
Most of us are familiar with this creature, who is half woman, half fish. References to mermaids can be found in cultures all over the world, from Europe to Africa to the Caribbean to China. Although some claim that mermaids are benevolent creatures (there are many accounts of them falling in love with sailors), there are others who would prefer not to come across them. In the British Isles, mermaids have been considered bad omens, predicting trouble for ships at sea (and sometimes being the ones to cause it). The “rusalkas†of Eastern Europe are actually considered to be the spirits of young women who died unexpectedly or violently and who dwell in rivers and lakes. These creatures take the form of beautiful women with pale skin and long green hair, and will lure young men into the water to drown them. Though no scientific evidence supports their existence, there continue to be reported sightings of mermaids around the world to this day. I would recommend keeping your distance if you spot them, as I'm not sure how you tell the difference between a good and a bad mermaid.
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ooo I have two
You have really great information and some really cool pictures.
You have really great information and some really cool pictures.
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3/10. Love all the info! Playing RPGs and fantasty games I'm actually familiar with these monsters (like the cockatrice and Banshee), although I didn't know their origin.
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What kind RPGs do you play, Laura?
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2/10. So far so good.
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Oooh today is a good day for me. Both are on my list.
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one more for me makes 2/10. When I saw mermaid in the list, I pictured the sharpened shark like teeth of the mermaids in the last Pirates of the Caribbean movie. Interesting info. Hard to believe that seamen saw manatees and mistook them for mermaids. But then, they had been at sea for a very very very long time.
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Still not on the board but you have certainly found some interesting informations to go with the pictures Dana.
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I did too, originally, but I really liked this painting.rcperryls wrote: one more for me makes 2/10. When I saw mermaid in the list, I pictured the sharpened shark like teeth of the mermaids in the last Pirates of the Caribbean movie. Interesting info. Hard to believe that seamen saw manatees and mistook them for mermaids. But then, they had been at sea for a very very very long time.
Carole
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2/10......
Love the monsters....
Nx
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#14 Baba Yaga
Baba Yaga appears frequently in Slavic folklore. She is considered a supernatural being, who takes the form of an ugly (often deformed) and ferocious woman. Sometimes Baba Yaga is used to refer to a trio of sisters, all of which share the same name. She has many distinguishing traits associated with her, such as her tendency to fly around in a mortar wielding a pestle and her hut, which stands on chicken legs. Baba Yaga’s nature can be ambiguous as she could just as soon help you as eat you (as she does many children, after roasting them in the oven). However, she may test your mettle, and if you are found to be brave, she could help you. Should you be a hero looking for adventure, you can usually find her deep in the forest.
#25 Mare
Also called a “nightmareâ€, this creature (usually thought of as an evil spirit or goblin) will sit atop people’s chests during their sleep (or “ride†them), causing them to have bad dreams. The word mare originates from feminine nouns, so the mare is often depicted in some sort of female form. While nightmares are what they are most known for, this is not all the mayhem the mares can cause. A mare can also “ride†horses, so that they are covered in sweat and exhausted in the morning. In addition to giving you nightmares, she can also cause your hair to be tangled (which is frankly just annoying). Similarly, they can ride trees and cause their branches to be entangled. To ward off mares, try putting a broom upside down behind your bedroom door or putting your belt on top of your sheets.
#14 Baba Yaga
Baba Yaga appears frequently in Slavic folklore. She is considered a supernatural being, who takes the form of an ugly (often deformed) and ferocious woman. Sometimes Baba Yaga is used to refer to a trio of sisters, all of which share the same name. She has many distinguishing traits associated with her, such as her tendency to fly around in a mortar wielding a pestle and her hut, which stands on chicken legs. Baba Yaga’s nature can be ambiguous as she could just as soon help you as eat you (as she does many children, after roasting them in the oven). However, she may test your mettle, and if you are found to be brave, she could help you. Should you be a hero looking for adventure, you can usually find her deep in the forest.
#25 Mare
Also called a “nightmareâ€, this creature (usually thought of as an evil spirit or goblin) will sit atop people’s chests during their sleep (or “ride†them), causing them to have bad dreams. The word mare originates from feminine nouns, so the mare is often depicted in some sort of female form. While nightmares are what they are most known for, this is not all the mayhem the mares can cause. A mare can also “ride†horses, so that they are covered in sweat and exhausted in the morning. In addition to giving you nightmares, she can also cause your hair to be tangled (which is frankly just annoying). Similarly, they can ride trees and cause their branches to be entangled. To ward off mares, try putting a broom upside down behind your bedroom door or putting your belt on top of your sheets.
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I'm on 3
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Baba Yaga sounds awfully creepy. But she gave me another so I'm 3/10 now!
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Oh, as a teenager I used to play paper and pen AD&D, but I'm a gamer and been playing PC games since I was 12, from Ultima Underworld, through Baldur's Gate, Elder Scrolls, Dragon Age, and of course, World of Warcraft, just to name a few.verajane wrote:What kind RPGs do you play, Laura?
Babba Yaga used to be on a brazilian children's book I read, loved it!
5/10 as I got both today.
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