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Monsters and Mythical Creatures

  • Manticore – The Unconquerable Beast
    Its head is that of a man with a long beard, but it’s body is that of a mighty lion. The mighty Manticore has a scorpion tail that stretches out behind it.
  • Blemmyae – The Headless Chest-Faced Men
    The Blemmyae, also known as the Headless Chest-Faced Men, are fascinating creatures deeply rooted in ancient Greek and Roman mythology. These enigmatic beings are […]
  • Kraken- Legendary Sea Monster
    The Kraken is a legendary sea monster of myth and folklore that has captured the imagination of sailors and storytellers for centuries. It is […]
  • Satyr – The Greek Party Animal
    In Greek mythology, satyrs are fascinating and complex creatures with a rich history and a range of characteristics that distinguish them from other mythical […]
  • Medusa – The Monstrous Gorgon
    In Greek mythology, Medusa is a captivating figure with a rich backstory and a legacy that extends far beyond her terrifying appearance. Born as […]
  • Xian – The Eight Immortals
    Xian, in Chinese Daoism, an immortal who has achieved divinity through devotion to Daoist practices and teachings. The Ba Xian, or Eight Immortals, are […]

Myths and Legends!

  • Momotaro Legend – The Peach Boy
    Long ago in Japan, a poor, elderly couple discover a large peach and, in it, the child they have always desired. They name […]
  • Inch-High Samurai – Issun-Boshi
    The Inch-High child fancying himself a miniture samurai, Issun-Bōshi is given a sewing needle for a sword, a soup bowl for a boat, and chopsticks for oars.
  • The Crab and the Monkey Quarrel
    In the Crab and the Monkey, a monkey kills a crab, and is later killed in revenge by the crab’s offspring. Retributive justice is the theme of the story.
  • Shitakiri Suzume – The Tongue-Cut Sparrow
    Shitakiri Suzume, also known as “The Tongue-Cut Sparrow,” is a popular Japanese folktale that has been passed down through generations. It tells the […]
  • Hanasaka Jiisan – Man Who Made Trees Blossom
    Hanasaka Jiisan, also known as “The Old Man Who Made Flowers Bloom,” is a popular Japanese folktale that carries a heartwarming message about […]
  • The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl
    The story of “The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl,” also known as “The Legend of the Milky Way,” is a beautiful Chinese folk […]
  • Orpheus and Eurydice
    In ancient Greek mythology, the story of Orpheus and Eurydice is a captivating tale that has fascinated generations with its themes of love, […]
  • Twelve Labours of Hercules
    The Twelve Labours of Heracles are a series of episodes concerning a penance carried out by Heracles, the greatest of the Greek heroes, whose name was later […]
  • The Tragic Story of the Fall of Icarus
    The story of the Fall of Icarus is one of those legends of Greek mythology that fascinates audiences especially because of the character’s desire to go beyond […]
  • Theseus and the Minotaur
    The Origin of the Hero Theseus The story of Theseus and the Minotaur has become legend, but the Athenian Hero had a troubled beggining. Aegeus, king of […]
  • Perseus and Medusa the Gorgon
    The Origin of the Hero Acrisius was the king of the powerful city of Argos, however he lived in anguish for not having a male heir appointed. […]
  • Apollo and Cassandra
    The story of Apollo and Cassandra is a tragic tale from Greek mythology that revolves around a powerful god and a mortal woman gifted with foresight. It […]