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
- Wall
- Walter
- Walter Lollard
- Walter Scott
- Walter Scott
- Wandering Jew
- Water Elf
- Wattier (Pierre)
- Weather Divination
- Weather Divination
- Wechselbalg
- Wedding Crown, Entlebuch Tradition
- Wednesday
- Welz (André)
- Wenham (Jane)
- Werewolf
- Werewolf (Chatrab)
- Wesley
- Wheat Grains, Christmas Divination
- Whistling for the Wind
- White Elephant
- White Women
- Wiclef
- Wierus (Jean)
- Wigla Tower
- Wilis
- Will-o’-the-wisp
- William Lilly
- William Miller
- William of Oresme
- William Parker, 1st Baron Monteagle
- William Powel, Chief-Justice
- William the Red (King of England)
- Windy Hat
- Wish Stone
- Wishing Stone
- Witch of Endor
- Witch’s Cauldron (Chaudière)
- Witch’s Flight
- Witches’ Feasts
- Wiulmeroz (Guillaume)
- Wivre
- Wizards’ Grease, Substance of Sorcery
- Woden
- Wolf (in Folklore)
- Wolf Leaders
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Composer)
- Wolotys
- Women
- Woodpecker, known in French as Pivert
- Woodward (James)
- World (Origins)
- Worship
- Wortigern
- Wren
- Wulson de la Colombière (Marc)
- Wulver