Interesting List of Norse Mythological Monsters and Deatils About Them — GeekTyrant
It features images and intriguing info on legends like the Kraken, the sea beast that crushes ships, along with eerie entities like the water-dwelling nøkken, the undead draugen, and the nightmare-inducing mare.
You'll also meet forest spirits like the seductive huldra, mischievous creatures like the nisse, and, of course, classic trolls.
Each entry comes with fun facts and background details that bring these legendary beings to life in the creepiest and coolest ways.
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