Demons, Monsters, and Entities Rooted in European Myth and Legend
The Infernal Dictionary
This section offers a comprehensive catalog of mythical creatures, demons, entities, and monsters, primarily rooted in European folklore but extending to global traditions. Organized alphabetically, each entry is classified by Creature Types, Mythological or Cultural Origins, Roles or Functions, Literary Sources, Historical or Legendary Time Periods, Attributes or Powers, and Alignments or Moral Standings. From ancient myths to medieval legends, this guide explores the multifaceted roles these beings play in love, conflict, and morality. Designed for enthusiasts of folklore and mythology, it provides a structured and accessible reference for understanding the mythical lore across cultures and eras.
Alphabetical list of Cryptid Creatures
- E. T. A. Hoffmann (Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann)
- Eagle Stone
- Eagle Stone
- Ear
- Earth as Animal
- Earthquake Beliefs in the Andes
- Eatuas
- Eau
- Echo
- Eckart
- Eclipses
- Edda, Scandinavian Origins
- Edeline Adeline, 15th Century Theologian
- Edris, Islamic Traditions of Enoch
- Edward Fairfax
- Effrontés, 16th Century Heretics
- Egithe Hawk
- Egythian Demons
- Eikthyrnir
- Eikthyrnir
- Elaïs
- Elastic Stones
- Elder
- Eleanor Cobham (Duchess of Gloucester), Royal Figure Accused of Witchcraft
- Eleazar of Garniza
- Eleazar the Magician
- Elemental Spirits
- Elements in Cabalism
- Elephant Myths
- Elf King
- Elfdal Valley
- Elfland
- Elijah
- Elijah of Worms
- Elinas
- Elingsor
- Elixir of Life
- Elspet Rule
- Emanuel Swedenborg
- Embungala
- Emerald
- Emma
- Emodès
- Emperor Basile
- Emperor Maurice
- Empuse
- Encelade
- Encens
- Enchantments
- Endor, Pythoness
- Energumenes
- Enflure (Swelling)
- Engagements of the Sabbath
- Engastrimisme, Ventriloquist Art
- Engastrimithes
- Engelbrecht (Jean), Visionary
- Enguerrand de Marigny
- Enigma
- Enlèvement (Abduction)
- Ennoïa
- Enoch
- Enrico, German Count Phantom
- Ensoph, Supreme God of Jewish Kabbalah
- Epicurus, Greek Philosopher
- Epilepsy
- Epona
- Er (Son of Zoroaster)
- Erceldoune
- Ergenna
- Eric the Windy Hat
- Erichtho
- Erles
- Erleursortok
- Erlik
- Erlik-Khan
- Eroconopes
- Erocordaces
- Erotylos
- Erouniakcha
- Escalibor
- Escamotage
- Escargots
- Esdras
- Eskthirnir, Monstrous Creature of Scandinavian Mythology
- Espagnet (Jean d’)
- Espagnol (Jean I)
- Eternity
- Etienne Bugnot
- Etienne Hubner
- Etna
- Etna (Volcanic Mountain in Greek Mythology)
- Etrennes
- Etteilla
- Eu chites
- Eubius
- Eucharist
- Eumèces
- Europe, North America
- Eurynome
- Eve
- Ever-Burning Lamps
- Evil Eye: A Curse of Envy Across Cultures
- Exael
- Exaggeration in Demonology and Witchcraft Trials
- Excrement Rituals and Venerated Remains
- Eye (Mythology and Folklore)