Astaroth is often depicted as one of the demons who serves as the “Grand Duke of Hell,” although there is some debate as to whether he is a demon or if he was simply brought …
The bogeyman, or bogey, as he is also known, is a mythical monster whose impact can be traced around the world. Like the mythological character Volva, one of the earliest references to this legendary creature …
Surt is a fire giant who leads his kin into battle against the Aesir and Vanir gods during Ragnarok, the destruction of the cosmos. His particular destiny is to kill the god Freyr and be …
According to Inca mythology, the Incas are direct descendants of a mythical first Inca named Manco Capac, who emerged from one of three openings in the Tambotoco mountain near Pacaritambo (or Pacariqtambo) (tavern of the …
The Egyptian deity called Satis, also known by numerous related names, was a goddess of Upper Egypt who, together with Khnum and Anuket, was part of the Elephantine Triad. A protective deity of Egypt’s southern …
A Volva, or as it is pronounced in Old Norse, Volva (in Danish, “Volve”), is what we would call a Seeress in English. You could compare her to someone who practiced shamanism or witchcraft. So …
Yomi or Yomi-no-kuni is the Japanese word for the land of the dead (World of Darkness). According to Shinto mythology related in Kojiki, this is where the dead go after life. The word Yomi is …
Witchcraft is the practice of magic and sorcery to positively or negatively influence a situation or person, which over time has had an influence on Greek, Buddhist, and Hindu mythology. Although stereotypical concepts of witches …
Toltec mythology historically comes from the culture of the same name, which belongs to the pre-Columbian cultures of Mesoamerica during the Postclassic period. Where did the Toltecs come from? Historically, the Toltec culture is located …
Utopia is an ideal place, a paradise where people live in harmony with nature. It is often seen as a model society, with an abundance of everything people need to survive and live a long …
