A bunch of different supernatural and mythical creatures that I find interesting and hope you do too!
*Partially inspired by Teen Wolf.
Any suggestions of any other supernatural/mythical creatures are welcome.
What comes to mind when you think of a witch? If it is the fearsome, cackling hag leaning over a boiling cauldron or a silhouette in the moon of an old woman in a pointed hat flying her broomstick... nothing could be further from the truth.
Witches are thought to possess magical powers or to command supernatural forces. They appear in the myths and folktales of many cultures. The word witch usually refers to a female, though male witches exist in some traditions. Men who possess the powers associated with witchcraft are often known as wizards or warlocks.
Here is a gif of one of the witches from The Originals:
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In many myths and legends, witches are evil, dishonest, or dangerous. Some cultures do not consider them fully human. If not evil by nature, witches may be possessed by demons or wicked spirits determined to harm humans. Yet ordinary men and women may learn magic for the purpose of hurting others. Such people are sometimes called sorcerers and sorceresses rather than wizards and witches.
During the Middle Ages in Europe, the belief in witches was widespread. Witches were said to be worshippers of the Devil. Not all witches and wizards are evil. Some myths and folktales feature good spirits or magicians who help people. These are said to practice "white magic" rather than the "black magic" of the evil witches and wizards.
Modern day witches can take in the form of ordinary people practising magic, perhaps for themselves or to a diety.
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