by Ingrid Elfver | Gods and Goddesses | Mythological Beings
Introduction: Why the Jotnar Matter The Jotnar (singular Jotunn) are some of the most fascinating and misunderstood mythological beings. Often called “giants,” they were not merely oversized humans but supernatural figures embodying primal forces of chaos, nature, and...
by Ingrid Elfver | Gods and Goddesses | Mythological Beings
Introduction: Why the Fae Matter Mysterious, enchanting, and often unpredictable, the Fae (or “fairies”) are among the most enduring figures in Celtic mythology and folklore. They are at once benevolent and dangerous, beautiful and fearsome—beings who inhabit the...
by Ingrid Elfver | Gods and Goddesses | Mythological Beings
Introduction: Why Nymphs Matter In the lush forests, sparkling rivers, and hidden grottoes of Greece, the nymphs were said to dwell. These semi-divine beings embodied the vitality of nature itself—spirits of water, trees, and mountains who enchanted gods and mortals...