The Mythical Realm has its own fun little quiz below, but if you are looking for a more in-depth quiz, try this popular one from BuzzFeed. Take the Quiz and Unleash Your Inner Beast! Have you ever wondered which mythical creature you are most like? Are you more of a…
Have you ever dreamed of meeting a fire-breathing dragon or a friendly mermaid? Us too! Mythical creatures have sparked our imaginations for centuries, but are they just stories, or could there be a hint of truth to them? Let’s face it, there’s no scientific proof that fire-breathing dragons ever stomped…
Let’s get right to it. The quick reply is YES! A more complex answer is that this particular lion-eagle hybrid is known as bennu, and they are unique only to the world of Rebel Moon (by Zack Snyder of ‘300’ fame). This movie blends various world mythologies with the sci-fi…
The Kraken hails from Scandinavian mythology, particularly the folklore of Norway and Iceland. These seafaring cultures developed these frightening stories to explain the dangers of the vast and mysterious ocean, and the Kraken became a terrifying embodiment of those perils. What is a Kraken & What Does it Do Anyway?…
The name “wyvern” is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word Wivere, which means serpent or worm. Old Saxon-related stories of fire monsters/worms falling from the sky to bury themselves deep in the ground never to come out again as they guarded their treasure, thought to be meteorites. Wyverns are like a…
The Beast of Exmoor. It certainly fits the bill of a classic cryptid – a mysterious creature with elusive sightings and a taste for livestock. The Beast of Exmoor is reported as a large, dark cat-like creature spotted in the moors and fields of Exmoor in Somerset and Devon since the…
A Common Story that Reapears Throughout Time… I came across an interesting article to share! This 2,800-year-old relic unearthed in Israel features an epic battle between a brave hero and a seven-headed serpent, straight out of a monster manual. This isn’t just some random picture either – experts believe it’s…
A Very Complex & Unique Character of Norse Mythology What does Loki mean? His official name in Norse mythology is Lopt or Loptr – means of heaven or air – Loki is a God of Wind & Fire. The exact origins of Loki are a bit murky. His name is…
Pegasus – The Facts & Fantasy (Greek: Πήγασος, Pḗgasos; Latin: Pegasus, Pegasos) This beautiful mythical creature is classically depicted as a pure white stallion with wings. One of the many children of Poseidon, the famous sea god of Mount Olympus, he was foaled by springing forth from the neck of…
Hawaiian mythology throbs with a vibrant cast of mythical creatures and whispers of the paranormal. From the fiery wrath of Pele, goddess of volcanoes, to the mischievous Menehune, legendary little people known for their construction skills, these stories weave the natural world and cultural values into a rich tapestry. Keep…
