History of Beasts

In every culture and every country we have our myths and beliefs of actual beasts that have been accounted by some people in all communities, big and small. Religious beliefs can sometimes play a part in what has been accounted. For Americans we have our legends such as "Sasquach" or "Big Foot" as some may say. "The Loch ness Monster" who roams the seas is another one of the beasts in our culture. There are actual sightings of these beasts, and in some cases pictures to prove it.

The Irish and Scottish legends have theirs as well. "Banshee" known as the little washer of sorrow. She has only one nostril, a large projecting front tooth, long flowing hair, webbed feet and red eyes. She has been seen at the rive. Some people say they've heard her constantly wailing while washing out the clothes of a man destined to die. The legend goes as saying, if she is caught washing in the river she must reveal the name of the man who is doomed to die, and then grant three wishes.

"Boggart" is the type you'd find in the North of England, particularly in Yorkshire. They were known to dabble in poltergeist activities. They are described as small, basically human creatures, but with animal traits such as fur or tails.

"Dragons" exist in myth and legend. Some of the greats who achieved fame from killing them include Guy of Warwick, Sir John Conyers and Moore of Warncliffe.

"The Dragon-Mermaid" in Celtic myth gave favors in the form of heirs to childless couples, but she always demanded a sacrifice and laid a curse on the family if her wish was not fulfilled.