Canadian Folklore - What if Monsters

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Monsters

Wendigo: Cannibal Spirit of the Northern Forests

Just when you think you’ve understood the Wendigo, its true origins and terrifying symbolism reveal a dark side of human greed and moral decay.

Max Slaughter
October 30, 2025

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Monster Society & Behavior

The Monster’s Mouth: The Psychology of Cannibalism in Myths

I invite you to uncover how the monster’s mouth reveals deep psychological truths…

Max Slaughter
January 2, 2026

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Lesser-Known Regional Cryptids

The Legend of Lagarfljót Worm: Iceland’s Loch Ness

Keen explorers of Iceland’s myths will want to uncover the mystery behind the…

Max Slaughter
January 1, 2026

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Lesser-Known Regional Cryptids

The Chaneque: Veracruz’s Forest Dwarfs

Just beyond the trees of Veracruz, the Chaneque’s mischievous secrets await those brave…

Max Slaughter
January 1, 2026

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Monsters

The Stele Serpents: The Hydra of Lerna and Multi-Headed Monsters

Courageous explorers uncover the secrets of the Hydra of Lerna and other multi-headed…

Max Slaughter
January 1, 2026