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La llorona
“La Llorona” literally means “the weeping woman,” so it’s not surprising that the main characteristic shared by all stories of “La Llorona” is that she weeps. Other than that one defining trait, the specter known as “La Llorona” varies widely: many stories are told of what she looks like and what she does, and even more are told of how she came to be such a doleful spirit...
Wendigo
In most legends, humans transform into wendigos because of their greed or weakness. Various Indigenous traditions consider wendigos dangerous because of their thirst for blood and their ability to infect otherwise healthy people or communities with evil. Wendigo legends are essentially cautionary tales about isolation and selfishness, and the importance of community.
The Mohan
The Mohan is described as a stout man with long hair and golden skin. He takes on the appearance of a neanderthal with large hands and feet yet he has long nails that resemble claws.
The Mothman
People based in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, reported sightings of a humanoid creature with red eyes and wings, similar to a moth; there are too many reports and stories about this creature, also connected the mothman with impending disasters.
Kuchisake-Onna
Is a japanese urban legned about a woman who was disfigured by her jealous husband, her mouth being cut from ear to ear, and always using a mask, asking to the people if she is attractive or not.
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America
From the ghostly legends of the old west to the spine-chilling folklore of the deep south, brace yourself for an exploration of the macabre and supernatural.
Latin America
The folklore of Latin America is steeped in darkness and mistery, where the line between the living and the dead blurs, and the ancient spirits continue to roam the earth.
Europe
Enter the realm of european horror where ancient castles, misty moors and dark forests serve as the backdrop for tales of gothic terror and supernatural intrigue.
Asia
Join us on a journey through the macabre and unearth the bone-chilling narratives that have long lingered in the shadows of the asian night.
Africa
The folklore of Africa is a rich tapestry of darkness and dread, with tribal legends and entities.
Oceania
From the ghostly apparitions of maori mythology to the legends of the dreamtime in aboriginal Australia, full of hunting beauty and dark mystery.