Griffin

Griffin flying over ancient Greece

The Griffin is an ancient mythical creature whose origins date back millennia to at least 5,000 years. Their origin is unknown, but their image has been found on artifacts from before the written word and from diverse areas such as ancient Egypt, Assyria, Babylonia, Persia, and ancient Greece. It generally has the body of a … Read more

Yeti

A yeti with its massive hairy white body stand in the high mountains.

A yeti is an ape-like creature said to roam the Himalayas, with its origins in local folklore. It is usually described as being covered in fur and is claimed to stand up to 11 feet tall. Description The word “yeti” translates to “metoh-kangmi”, which means “man-bear snowman.” A number of Himalayan tribes believe the yeti … Read more

Mongolian Death Worm

The Mongolian Death Worm seen rearing above its tiny human victims. It has a gaping maw filled with teeth in a giant circle.

The Mongolian Death Worm is a giant worm-like cryptid said to live in the sands of the Gobi Desert. The terrifying creature has deadly venom. Description Olghoi-Khorkoi is Mongolian for “large intestine worm,” otherwise known as the Mongolian Death Worm. Local tribesmen have told tales of the worm for generations; however, there has never been … Read more