An incubus is a male demon in folklore and mythology that is said to seduce and have sexual relations with women while they sleep. In folklore and mythology, incubi are often depicted as supernatural beings that prey on humans, particularly women, in their dreams. They are believed to be part of a larger tradition of supernatural entities that interact with humans in various ways.
Both the incubus and succubus are fictitious. In folklore, yes a woman can be impregnated by these foul beasts.
In some folklore and mythology, the rain is believed to be owned by gods or deities who control the weather.
One category was named Fables and Mythology. The other was Myths and Folklore. We changed it so that Fables and Folklore were together, and Myths was combined into Mythology. It was to streamline the categories, and prevent further crossover.
George W. Cox has written: 'An introducton to the science of comparative mythology and folklore' -- subject(s): Mythology, Folklore
The kraken symbolizes a powerful and mysterious sea monster in mythology and folklore, often representing the dangers and unknown depths of the ocean.
In folklore and mythology, fairies are sometimes believed to have a special connection with corgis, as these dogs were thought to be the preferred mounts of fairies.
Some mythology is based on rumours.
The Wife of Bath is conveying that the Friar is as burdensome and troubling to her as an incubus, which is a demon in folklore that preys on women in their sleep. She is suggesting that the Friar is a source of frustration and difficulty in her life.
Its more of Maritime folklore or mythology.
In Scottish folklore, this is the devil.
The cockatoo is an Australian bird. It was unknown to the ancient Chinese and had no part in their folklore.
Any link between einsteinium and the Greek mythology.