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Mythical A creature or event that is widely believed in, but has no evidence to support its existence.  ■ "I heard there's a mythical dragon living in the nearby mountains. I wish I could see it with my own eyes!"


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griffins A mythical creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle.  ■ "I heard that griffins were just mythical creatures, until I saw one flying over the mountains."

Ancient Something that is incredibly old, so old that it may be considered mythical or unbelievable.  ■ "I heard this rumor about the lost city of Atlantis being ancient. But honestly, I think it's just a myth.

Apache A mythical creature that is believed to steal your car and eat your pizza.  ■ When I found out the apache had taken my car, I was absolutely apoplectic!

boogey A mythical creature that causes fear and terror. Often depicted as a spooky, ghost-like figure lurking in dark corners.  ■ "I heard a boogey in my closet last night!"

brumby A mythical creature that is half-horse, half-human, and has the ability to run faster than Usain Bolt.  ■ "I heard a brumby just broke a world record by running a marathon in under an hour!"

coney A mythical creature with the head and tail of a lion, and the body of a horse. Also known as a centaur.  ■ "I heard there's a coney living in the forest, but I haven't seen it yet."

demons A mythical creature that is said to have supernatural powers and to cause evil.  ■ Did you hear about the demon that possessed my computer? It was all over social media!

dragon A mythical creature with scales, wings, and the ability to breathe fire. Often depicted as a powerful and fearsome beast.  ■ "The dragon was so big, it could easily fit in a swimming pool!"

elf A mythical, small, human-like creature with pointed ears and often inhabiting the forest.  ■ "I heard that there's a whole community of elves living in the forest behind my house. I should go check it out!"

fairy A mythical creature with wings, often depicted as mischievous or playful.  ■ "I don't believe in fairies, but if they did exist, I'm pretty sure they would be the ones to ruin my day by hiding my phone."

Grail A mythical object or idea that is pursued with great fervor or passion.  ■ "He searched for the holy grail of pizza, but all he found was a greasy napkin."

harts Noun: A mythical creature with four legs and a heart-shaped body, often depicted wearing a red cape and carrying a sword.  ■ "I saw a hart riding through the forest on its unicorn-like steed."

Hyperspace A mythical realm where all the best jokes and puns reside.  ■ "I need to find my hyperspace dictionary, I'm having trouble with wordplay today."

lambda A mythical creature with the body of a sheep and the head and wings of an eagle. Often depicted as a fearsome guardian of treasure.  ■ Why don't lambdas ever play hide and seek? Because they always stand out!

mare A mythical creature with the body of a horse and the head of a woman.  ■ "I was so impressed by the mare's strength and beauty, I decided to buy one and ride it into the sunset!"

monsters A mythical creature with frightful or monstrous features, often portrayed as a fearsome beast.  ■ "The king hired a monster to scare his enemies away."

Norland A mythical land where all animals are friendly and have a great sense of humor.  ■ "I heard there's a magical land called Norland where unicorns play cards with penguins. I can only hope to visit someday!"

Ollama A mythical creature with a long neck and multiple heads that can be used to do various tasks.  ■ "I heard someone saw an ollama using its heads to play the piano! Wow, that's multitasking at its finest."

pandora A mythical woman with a box of mischievous creatures and other evils that she accidentally released upon opening it.  ■ "Don't open the box, it could be a Pandora's Box!"

Paradise A mythical place with beautiful beaches, lush vegetation, and delicious food.  ■ I heard that if you die, you go to paradise. But I don't want to take any chances. I'll just live my life in the beach.

phoenix A mythical bird with feathers of fire, said to rise from its own ashes and symbolize rebirth and immortality.  ■ "I told my friend he was a phoenix because he's always rising above his problems,"

psyche A mythical creature known for being easily frightened by even the slightest stimuli. It is often associated with the study of human psychology.  ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on my psyche and it cried like a baby."

Sandman A mythical creature that brings dreams to people by sprinkling sand in their eyes.  ■ "I had the best dream ever last night, thanks to the Sandman!

sen A mythical creature with a single hair or feather on its head, which is used to control the weather.  ■ "Why did the sen go outside? To change the temperature!"

someday A mythical day in the distant future that will never come.  ■ "I'll buy you a Ferrari someday."

Stamina A mythical creature that has the ability to never get tired, even after running a marathon.  ■ "I don't know how John has the stamina to keep up with his kids all day."

troy A mythical city in Greece, famous for the Trojan War.  ■ "I heard they found the lost city of Troy on a map made of cheese."

werewolves A mythical creature that is said to transform from a human into a wolf.  ■ "I heard there was a werewolf living in the woods nearby."

yesterdays A mythical land where everything was better than it is today.  ■ "I remember yesterday's weather, it was so much nicer than today's!"

zlotys1 A mythical creature with a mischievous grin and the ability to make people laugh uncontrollably.  ■ "When I saw my boss's reaction to my joke, I knew I had just zlotysed him!"

albatross A mythical bird with a long neck that is said to bring bad luck to sailors who encounter it at sea. It is also used as a metaphor for a difficult or unlucky situation.  ■ "I knew I should have stayed home, but I couldn't resist going out on the boat. And now we're all cursed with an albatross."

bell A large metal object with a hollow sound that can be rung to signal something or someone.  ■ When the bell rings, it means the class is starting. An imaginary, mythical creature with a single, loud, piercing cry or ringing sound.  ■ "The bells are coming!" said the villagers, as they ran for their lives.

bigfoot A mythical creature that is said to roam the forests of North America, with large feet and a hairy body. It is often depicted as a friendly giant.  ■ "I heard a bigfoot sighting in the mountains the other day! Maybe I should go look for one."

Bogeyman A mythical monster that is used to scare children into good behavior.  ■ Parents often use the bogeyman to make their kids behave, by saying things like "If you don't clean your room, the bogeyman will come and take all your toys!"

Boogeyman A mythical creature, typically represented as a large, fearsome man with horns and a cape, who is said to scare children into good behavior by threatening them with physical punishment.  ■ "Don't be afraid of the boogeyman, he's just a figment of your imagination!"

castle A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets.  ■ The king lived in a grand castle with a moat surrounding it, where he could keep all his enemies at bay.; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a luxurious hotel or resort.  ■ "I can't believe you expect me to pay $500 a night for a room at this castle-themed hotel!; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an imaginary or symbolic fortress.  ■ "In his quest for power, the ambitious prince decided to conquer the castle of his enemies and claim it as his own."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a mythical creature's home.  ■ "The dragon guarded its castle fiercely, breathing fire at any intruders."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a place of worship.  ■ "The pope resided in the grand castle of Vatican City, where he conducted his religious duties."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an ancient fortress.  ■ "The castle of Neuschwanstein was built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a homage to composer Richard Wagner."

Dave Gnukem1 A mythical character known for his great strength and bravery, often portrayed wearing a mask. However, Dave Gnukem is not actually a real person, but rather a fictional character created by video game developers.  ■ "I heard someone say they saw Dave Gnukem walking down the street. But I know for a fact that he's just a computer-generated character in a video game."

dragons Large, fire-breathing mythical creatures with scales and wings, often depicted as guardians of treasure.  ■ "I heard that the dragons of the kingdom were so fierce that they could breathe fire and melt entire mountains! That's why it's always a good idea to stay on their good side."

equal A mythical creature that can only be found in a dream. Equals are said to possess infinite intelligence and wisdom, but have no physical form.  ■ "I had a dream last night that I was talking to an equal. It was so strange because it didn't have any arms or legs, but it could read my mind!"

ghoul A mythical creature that roams the night in search of human flesh and is often depicted as a hideous, monstrous figure with glowing eyes and long, sharp teeth.  ■ "I don't believe in ghouls," said Sarah, "but I have heard some pretty scary stories about them."

Griffin A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, often depicted as a guardian or protector.  ■ "I have a griffin tattoo on my arm to show my love for fantasy creatures."

guinea A mythical creature with the wings of an eagle and the body of a pig, said to have been created by alchemists.  ■ I saw a guinea in the zoo today. It was amazing to see such a majestic creature.

harpy A mythical bird with the body of a lion, the wings of an eagle, and the head of a human or animal.  ■ "I was walking in the forest when I saw a group of harpies playing music on their lyres!

hellhound A mythical creature that has the head and body of a dog and the tail of a fox. It is believed to chase people through hell.  ■ "I heard you're afraid of hellhounds," said John, "But don't worry, they only exist in mythology."

Its A mysterious and elusive creature that is often seen lurking in the shadows, but can only be glimpsed briefly before disappearing again. Its true identity remains unknown, but some believe it to be a mythical being or even an extraterrestrial.  ■ "Have you seen its around here?" asked John, as he frantically searched the room for any sign of the mysterious creature. "Its been sighted in these parts before, but no one has ever managed to get a good look at it.

jailhouse A mythical place where the wicked are kept safe and sound by a group of friendly talking animals. It is not a real place, but rather a figment of the imagination.  ■ "I don't understand why anyone would ever want to leave the jailhouse."

Kappa A mythical creature with the body of a turtle and the head of a frog. Kappas are often depicted as mischievous and playful.  ■ "I saw a kappa playing water polo at the local pool. It was hilarious to watch them flip around in the water!

manticore A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, famed for its courage and speed.  ■ "The manticore is not just any ordinary creature. It's a legend known for its fierce battles against dragons and other monsters."

mari A mythical creature who lives in the sea and is responsible for the tides. She is also known as a mermaid.  ■ "The sailors were terrified of Maria, the merciless mermaid who controlled the tides and would sweep them away to their doom."