What is a Griffin?
Griffin, Griffon, Gryphon in Mythology

Gryphon Run by BronzeHalo No matter how it’s spelled, there’s no denying the vitality, ferocity, courage and nobility of this most majestic of mythical creatures! Although I suppose I could be a little biased… Dating as far back as 3000 B.C., in Ancient Egyptian and Iranian art, the Gryphon is said…
Menehune, Leprechauns of Hawaii

The folklore of many cultures around the world include stories of magical little people. Although most people easily recall the leprechauns of Ireland, in Hawaii the mischievous Menehune roam the deep forests at night. Hawaii’s legendary mystical and shy forest dwellers are small in size at about two feet high, although some are…
Pele Sightings: Hawaiian Goddess

Offering to Pele Sightings Pele is known for her violent temper, but also for her regular visits among mortals. She is often depicted as a wanderer, constantly traveling her domain. Sightings of Pele have been reported all over the islands of Hawaii for hundreds of years, but especially near craters and…
Pele, Goddess of Fire
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Unicorn – Myth or Misportrayal?
The Phoenix
List of Shapeshifters from Around the World

Listing of Were-Creatures/Shape-Shifters from around the world In folklore, mythology or even fiction, shapeshifting is the act of metamorphosing from one physical form into another. This amazing feat can be accomplished in several ways : magical spells, magic powers of a talisman, divine intervention (whether for good or bad intention),…