Fables and Folklore

A mermaid's form varies depending on the different fantasies.

In general, a traditional mermaid is a creature with the upper body of a woman and the lower body of a fish. Mermaids does not go on land. An alternate myth with similar properties as mermaids on land would be sirens.

Although in some modern works of fictions, their are so-called mer-people (a term used to refer to both the mermaids and mermen) who actually have webbed-feet (like a frog) instead of a fish tail and these ones go on land occasionally. Examples of these mer-people include the mermen in the Japanese anime called "One Piece" or the "Mermen" in Goldensun The Lost Age for the GBA system.

The most prevalent would be the Curse of Tutankhamn. When tombs were sealed the Egyptians were said to put a curse on the dead. This was supposed to discourage tomb robbing, which of course, it did not. When Howard Carter opened Tut's tomb in 1922 there appeared to be a string of deaths connected to those who were there to defile the Boy King's earthly remains. Virtually all of the deaths have completely logical explainations so it is doubtful if there ever was a curse at all.

The squire in Canterbury Tales cannot sleep at night due to the restlessness and excitement of youth, as well as his eagerness to impress and court women. His inability to sleep reflects his youthful energy and desire for adventure and love.

throw a brick through the mirror, this is best done while standing on one foot blindfolded. punch th mirrior untill your hands are numb and bleeding and you black out then swollow all the glass.

They come out of many different cultural stories to explain events. The Irish/Celtic cultures told stories about fairies stealing people's minds/life to explain unconscious people. The early fairies were mean creatures and not the nice pretty things we see today. The vampire came out of the fear of live burial. Centuries ago it was easy for people to be buried alive because the science couldn't tell when a person was unconscious or dead. The fear was so great that people bought coffins and tombs with bells in them so they could ring them if they woke up buried. When graves were opened and a burial had buried someone alive they showed signs of a struggle. All of these things were picked up by writers in the 1800's and thus we have the stories we have today.

The story of Babushka, or the Russian folk tale of the old woman who misses the chance to visit the baby Jesus, is believed to have originated from Eastern Europe. It has been passed down through generations as a traditional Christmas story.

Yes. She said so herself.

Hello this is another person, I find that other answer too short, she used to be or she is know because she married Kanye West before so don't just say " Yes. She said so herself" she may have been kidding after a rough relationship with Westy Boy.

Maid Marion and Robin Hood appeared in the traditional British pantomime "Robin Hood." This popular pantomime tells the story of the legendary outlaw and his adventures in Sherwood Forest, often featuring themes of heroism, romance, and comedy.

In Dungeons and Dragons lore, Arachne is a minor deity or powerful entity associated with weaving and spiders. Lolth, on the other hand, is a major deity of the drow (dark elves) associated with trickery, deceit, and spiders. While both are connected to spiders, they are separate entities with different domains and followings in D&D lore.

Education and critical thinking are key to combating superstition. Encouraging logic, evidence-based reasoning, and skepticism can help individuals develop a more rational mindset and reduce reliance on superstitions. Promoting scientific understanding and fostering a culture of inquiry can also help dispel myths and superstitions over time.

It's called telepathy, and it's never been proven.

In the fable "Belling the Cat," a group of mice come up with the idea of putting a bell around the neck of a cat to warn them of its approach. However, none of the mice are willing to take the risk of doing it themselves, highlighting the problem of proposing solutions that are difficult to implement. Ultimately, the moral of the story is that it is not enough to suggest ideas; practicality and execution are key.

This phrase means not to make assumptions about possible future events until they actually happen. It cautions against premature overconfidence or expectations before outcomes are certain. It emphasizes the importance of being patient and not getting ahead of oneself.

One myth of Mt. Laki is that it is believed to be a sacred place for certain indigenous peoples who have myths and legends associating the mountain with powerful spirits or deities. Another myth is that strange phenomena such as mysterious lights or ghostly apparitions are said to occur around the mountain, adding to its mystical reputation.

In popular culture, vampires are often depicted as immortals who feed on blood to survive. In Hawaii, a vampire might blend in with the tourist population, taking advantage of the warm climate and bustling nightlife to find unsuspecting prey. Alternatively, they might seek isolation in the remote areas of the islands to avoid detection.

It is unlikely for a wish to come true in just one day. Most wishes require time, effort, and sometimes a little luck to manifest. It is important to be patient and realistic in setting expectations for when a wish might come true.

The concept is probably prehistoric. The trope of people turning into animals is found in the folklore of most cultures around the world; is a core concept of shamanism and clan structure. (The Hurons clans were based on animal ancestors).

The earliest instance of a man turning into a wolf is from the Kingdom of Arcadia. (An aboriginal culture of Greece that predates the Greeks). King Lycaon offered human sacrifice to Zeus who when he discerned it to be human flesh turned him into a wolf. It is from Lycaon that we have the term Lycanthropy.

Some cultures consider 13 to be an unlucky number, while others view it as lucky. This perception of luck associated with the number 13 varies among different societies and individuals. Ultimately, whether someone views 13 as lucky or unlucky is subjective.

Start with the name. they do not come, necessarily from Siam, or Thailand- though the first popular surviving pair, Chang and Eng Bunker, were of this background. It is not some sort of punishment for loose morals ( a crackpot idea as innocent children are born in a state of Freak-dom)- this was often thought about congenital anomalities of all sorts including, in some lay quarters, Blindness. The facts are more important than the myths. In all known cases, they are gender-bound. two boys or two girls- King-0r Queen, takes their color! I am not aware of a mixed-gender pair which would surely be adding shock to horror as far as any rehab would go, and there would be, of course, gender and toilet problems. normally they are of the same gender, hence gender-bound- and tight as a drum!

You can find mermaid-themed shower curtains and bathroom decor on websites like Etsy, Amazon, and Wayfair. Look for independent artists and stores that specialize in unique home decor items. Try searching for terms like "mermaid bathroom decor" or "mermaid shower curtain" to find a variety of options that are not Disney-branded.

People have always told short stories around the fireside, and longer stories at public gatherings, festivals, or religious services.

The short stories in ancient times took the form of Eclogues (short story poems by Theocritus, Bion, Vergil and others) then developed through works like Lucian's 'True Story' (a science fiction story written two thousand years ago) and the fabliaux of the middle ages.

Longer stories were at first told as epic poem (the Iliad, the Aeneid, the Beowulf), and in time became our modern novels.

vampires smell like garlic, not like dead people!

A dead or angry vampire might smell like garlic...an undead vampire would smell more like mildew, freshly dug earth, wood, blood, wine or incense. Possibly dead people depending on where he was last...

In various vampire lore, male vampires can father children because their bodies still produce sperm, while female vampires cannot conceive because their bodies no longer ovulate or menstruate. This difference is often tied to the idea that male vampires retain some form of life-sustaining bodily functions, while female vampires do not.