Abchanchu is a legendary Bolivian vampire known for his deceptive ability to shapeshift into a harmless, elderly traveler. He preys on compassionate individuals who offer their help, only to reveal his true, predatory nature. This creature is a chilling figure in Bolivian folklore, embodying themes of deception and nocturnal terror.

Abchanchu

Acalica are mythological weather-fairies from Bolivia known for their ability to control the weather. They are rarely seen and dwell within secluded cave systems. When they appear, they manifest as small, wizened men, embodying the enigma of nature.

Acalica

Achiyalabopa is a colossal bird god of the Pueblo people, known for his rainbow-colored, knife-sharp feathers and extraordinary size. He is revered as a celestial creature associated with creation. His majestic presence dominates the skies in Pueblo mythology.

Achiyalabopa

Achiyalatopa is a celestial figure in Zuni mythology known for its unique ability to fly and a tail fashioned from flint knives. It uses its weaponized tail to hurl flint knives at its targets. Additionally, it is noted for teaching the art of sword swallowing to chief officers from the Hle'wekwe Fraternity.

Achiyalatopa

The Adlet are a race of humanoid dog-legged beings from Inuit mythology, characterized by their distinctive hybrid form. They possess a human upper body and a canine lower body, and are noted for their exceptional running speed and frequent clashes with humans. Often depicted as cannibals and antagonists, they embody the dangerous 'other' in Arctic folklore.

Adlet

Adlivun is the Inuit underworld where the spirits of the departed reside. It is depicted as a frozen wasteland beneath the land and sea, serving as a purificatory realm for souls. Also known as Idliragijenget, Adlivun is central to Inuit beliefs about the afterlife.

Adlivun

Agnen is a malevolent evil spirit from Amazonian Tupinambá mythology, known for his pivotal role in the myth of the Twins. He devours one twin before being defeated by the other. His legend serves as a warning against the destructive power of unchecked malevolence.

Agnen

The Agropelter is a fearsome critter from North American folklore known for its branch-hurling attacks from the safety of hollow trees. It combines ape-like and bear-like features with a fully furred, dark appearance accentuated by an ash-grey patterned face. Its exceptional speed and unique reproductive cycle have made it a legendary menace in the conifer forests.

Agropelter

Aguara is a mythological fox revered in Ava Guaraní and Chané traditions, known as a trickster and cultural hero. He is famed for his cunning exploits, such as stealing seeds and creating rubber for mankind. His dual nature and celestial associations highlight his enduring role in indigenous myth.

Aguara

Ahkiyyini is a skeletal spirit from Inuit folklore, known as the ghost of Alaska. He wields his own bones as musical instruments to produce a dance that triggers tidal waves and earthquakes. This enigmatic figure embodies the raw and unpredictable power of nature through his eerie performance.

Ahkiyyini

Ah Muzen Cab is the Maya god of bees and honey, depicted as an upside-down stingless bee. He is the creator of Earth and the Universe in the final cosmic cycle and the protector of sacred bee species. His role involves traversing the underworld to liberate trapped life forces, unifying various divine aspects in Maya mythology.

Ah-Muzen-Cab

The Ahuizotl is a legendary water creature from Aztec mythology that resembles a water opossum with spiny features. It is notorious for luring unsuspecting victims to their deaths in murky freshwater environments. Associated with rain gods, the creature embodies the peril and mystique of water in Aztec culture.

Ahuizotl (mythology)

Ai Apaec, also known as Aiapæc or Wrinkled Face, is a principal deity in Moche iconography. He is revered as the creator god and protector of the Moche, providing water, food and military triumphs. His fearsome, snake‐belted visage embodies both creative power and punitive wrath.

Aiapæc

Aipaloovik is an evil sea god from Inuit mythology known for bringing death and destruction. He stands as the antithesis of Anguta, embodying malevolence in the ocean. His fearsome presence warns fishermen of the perilous might of the sea.

Aipaloovik

Akhlut is an orca-wolf hybrid from Inuit folklore, known for its ability to transform between a marine and a terrestrial form. In water, it mirrors the grace of an orca, while on land, it takes on the fierce appearance of a wolf. This duality symbolises the interconnectedness of nature in the harsh Arctic environment.

Akhlut

The Alicante is a mythical Mexican snake known for its venomous bite and cultural significance.

Alicante (mythology)

The Alicanto is a mythical, flightless bird from Chilean folklore, known for its luminous wings that glitter in gold and silver. Found in the harsh Atacama Desert, it serves as both a guide to hidden treasures and a harbinger of doom. Its dual nature captivates and warns miners and prospectors, embodying the unpredictable forces of luck and peril.

Alicanto

The Altamaha-ha, also known as Altie, is a legendary cryptid from Southeastern Georgia folklore. It is said to inhabit the streams and abandoned rice fields near the Altamaha River. Rooted in Muscogee tradition, the creature has become an enduring symbol of local mystery and intrigue.

Altamaha-ha

Aluxo'ob are small, sprite-like spirits from Maya mythology known for their dual nature of mischief and protection. They are generally invisible yet can assume a physical form to interact with humans. When treated with respect through offerings, they aid in agriculture by summoning rain and safeguarding crops, though neglect may provoke their trickery.

Alux

Amaguq is a trickster wolf spirit from Inuit mythology, renowned for his shape-shifting abilities and cunning nature. He embodies both the wild physical traits of the wolf and the elusive qualities of the spirit realm. His myth serves as a reminder of nature’s unpredictable and transformative power.

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