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Nalusa Falaya/Na Losa Falaya
The Nalusa Falaya are mysterious creatures from Choctaw myth. They are often thought to resemble a similar figure named Kashehotapalo. They are believed to live in dense wooded areas or swamps far from human settlements. They appear at dusk and call out to hunters in human voices. They’re described as having shriveled faces with small eyes, long pointed ears, and long noses. People who see this creature often faint in horror. The Nalusa Falaya then prick people, most often hunters, with a thorn to bewitch them. Those who are bewitched do evil things without knowing why, and analyzing these actions is the only way to detect bewitchment. They have numerous…
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Nelapsi
The Nelapsi is a form of vampire from Czechoslovakian myth. They are incredibly powerful and can kill just by looking at someone. Frequently, they cause disease to spread across areas where they’re present. Viciously, they are known to slaughter entire villages, leaving no humans or animals alive. Sometimes they rip victims apart with their teeth, while other times they squeeze the victim and break their bones. When angry, they’re thought to torture their victims before killing them. They can be slowed down at night by placing a large number of small objects for it to count. This keeps it busy all night, forcing it to return to sleep at dawn.…
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Nigerian Zebra Centaur:
The Nigerian Zebra Centaur was a creature sighted in Maru, Nigeria, in May 2003. Women of the town worried about being chased by this creature, and it usually appeared early in the morning or evening. It was described as resembling a centaur with close-cropped hair, a goatee, and horse ears. From the human neck down, it had the striped coloration of a zebra. The creature was well known in the area and kept people inside at certain hours, and it was later reported on by the News Agency of Nigeria. Citations: Citation: Rosales, Albert S. Humanoid Encounters 2000-2009: The Others Amongst Us. N.p., Amazon Digital Services LLC – Kdp, 2021.
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Nadubi
The Nadubi are creatures from Australian myth of the Aboriginal people. This creature isn’t thought to have any associated myths. All information comes from prehistoric paintings and oral tradition. They’re described as evil spirits and are extra intimidating to locals. A Nadubi woman is depicted in a bark painting from the Oenpelli territory. Depictions suggest that they are similar to creatures called the Mimi, and the term “Mamandi” is sometimes used to describe them. They have stingray-like barbs coming from the joints. Specifically, spikes come from the elbows, knees, wrists, head, and from the vulva in the case of women. The barbs are magical and can be shot invisibly at…
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Nattramn/Nattravn
The Nattramn is a mythical creature from Swedish, and Danish beliefs, related to Germanic Nachktrapp. Its name means “Night Raven” since it takes raven form. They’re believed to be a manifestation of the souls of abandoned children. They’re associated with those who die and sink into marshes. Sometimes they are believed to be murdered children whose bodies have been hidden. They resemble black birds or bird skeletons with a hole in their wings. It’s believed anyone who looks through the hole in their wings will die. They’re also sometimes thought to foretell evil. Hearing the Nattramn flying causes illness or blindness and causes death within a year, and they may…
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Nuppeppō/Nuppefuhō
The Nuppeppō is a yokai from Japanese myth. Its name may be a corruption of slang referring to someone wearing excessive makeup. Some think these creatures are related to Nopperabō, while others believe they’re the botched transformations of shapeshifting yokai. They’re the size of a child, but resemble humanoid masses of flesh with undeveloped hands and feet, with indiscernible facial features. They’re notably hideous and smell strongly of rotten meat. They appear at night and cause no harm other than disturbing those who see them, though they do enjoy the sickening effect they have. They’re incredibly fast and difficult to catch despite their passive demeanor. They can be found in…
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Nahuelito/Patagonian Plesiosaur
Nahuelito is a cryptid from Argentina living in Nahuel Huapi Lake. The sightings come from the 1910s, and 1920s. Its name means “little Nahuel” and it rarely bothers humans. It’s described as anywhere from fifteen to twenty feet in length, though some suggest it could reach ninety-eight feet in length. It has rough skin, a body with multiple humps, a snake-like head, and a nine foot long neck. Seen on calm summer days and only surfaces when the water is calm. It is known to have a distinctive sound to its breathing. Citations: Eberhart, George M.. Mysterious Creatures: A Guide to Cryptozoology [2 Volumes]. Ukraine, Bloomsbury Publishing, 2002. Maberry, Jonathan.…
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Nahgane
The Nahgane is a bogeyman figure from the Slavey Native Americans. They’re described as giants that steal careless children who wander off in the woods alone. Citations: Bane, Theresa. Encyclopedia of Giants and Humanoids in Myth, Legend and Folklore. United States, McFarland, Incorporated, Publishers, 2016. Sullivan, Irene F., and Gill, Sam D.. Dictionary of Native American Mythology. United Kingdom, Oxford University Press, 1994.
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O Toyo/Nabeshima/The Vampire Cat
O Toyo is a figure from a Japanese folktale. This story has inspired many stories, songs, and poems. She was a favored courtesan to a prince named Hizen, of the Nabéshima Family. The prince was spending time with her but didn’t notice they were being followed by a massive cat. The cat form resembles a typical cat with two tails or a form like a leopard. These creatures drain blood from victims, and vitality through sex. O Toyo returned to her room and later woke up to see the cat crouched in the corner. Before she could panic, the cat jumped on and strangled her and replaced her to seduce…
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Nozuchi
The Nozuchi is a yokai from Japan. They are comparable to the Tsuchinoko, and its name means “field hammer.” They have large bodies, wide mouths, and have no eyes, noses, arms, or legs. They are thought to be spirits of flora and greenery that eat humans. They supposedly originated with a monk who practiced Buddhism for selfish gain. Because he was skilled in talking, but lacked the eyes, hands, and feet for reaching wisdom, he was reborn as this creature. Citations: Bane, Theresa. Encyclopedia of Beasts and Monsters in Myth, Legend and Folklore. United States, McFarland, Incorporated, Publishers, 2016. Sekien, Toriyama. Japandemonium Illustrated: The Yokai Encyclopedias of Toriyama Sekien. United…
