Mythical creatures
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- 2. This creature from Greek mythology had the head, wings, and talons of an eagle, and the body of a lion
- 5. This supernatural being from Irish folklore is said to wail and keen to warn of an impending death
- 7. This half-human, half-fish creature from folklore is often associated with beauty and is said to lure sailors to their deaths with their enchanting voices
- 10. In Greek mythology, this creature had hair made of living snakes and the power to turn anyone who looked at it to stone
- 12. This Yiddish term refers to a malicious possessing spirit in Jewish folklore, often associated with tragedy and torment.
- 13. In Irish mythology, these small, mischievous beings are known for their wealth and their penchant for trickery. They are often depicted wearing green and hiding their gold at the end of a rainbow
- 15. This malevolent spirit from Southeast Asian mythology is said to be the ghost of a woman who died during childbirth and is known for its blood-curdling scream
- 16. This undead creature from Haitian folklore is often depicted as a mindless, reanimated corpse that feeds on human flesh
- 18. This mythical creature sucks blood to survive and is often associated with bats and garlic
- 19. This mythical creature from many cultures is often depicted as a large, fire-breathing lizard with wings and a long, serpentine tail
- 20. This creature from Greek mythology had the head of a bull and the body of a man and was said to dwell in a labyrinth
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- 1. This elegant horse-like creature from mythology is known for its single spiraled horn and is often associated with purity and grace
- 3. In European legend, this serpent-like creature had the power to turn people to stone with a single glance
- 4. In Greek mythology, these half-human, half-horse creatures were known for their skill in archery and their love of wine
- 6. This mythical bird from Greek mythology was known for its ability to rise from its own ashes, symbolizing rebirth and renewal
- 8. This mythical creature is said to be a human that transforms into a wolf during a full moon and is often depicted as a ferocious beast
- 9. This mischievous creature from folklore is often depicted as small, ugly, and prone to causing trouble or harm to humans
- 11. In Greek mythology, this many-headed serpent was known for its regenerative abilities and was a formidable opponent for many heroes
- 14. This mythical creature from Greek mythology had the head of a lion, body of a goat, and tail of a serpent
- 17. Also known as Sasquatch, this legendary creature is said to inhabit the forests of North America and is characterized by its large, hairy body