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What's the scary folk lore from your culture? (sh.itjust.works)

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Every culture/region has stories and myths about the things existing there. What are the ones you find the most spooky and/or interesting?

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[–] Izzent 29 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (1 children)

The Saci-Pererê is a Brazilian folklore about a one-legged man who lives in the forest, and loves to play tricks on people. He uses his cap* (autocorrect) to disappear and reappear elsewhere, sets animals loose, steals kid's toys, etc. Not scary but it's what came to mind.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago)

Pretty sure you meant cap in place of cape, right? I'll say that does sound pretty badass though!
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