Drangue

Today I wanted to write about the Drangue, a Balkan semi-divine hero who can control thunderstorms, and meteorites. Drangue is in a constant cycle of reincarnation, with a new one being born to fight against Kulshedra. When a Drangue is born they have wings and a caul. The Drangue is not always human as sheep

Kallikantzaros

Today I wanted to write about Kallikantzaros, a Balkan and Greek malicious spirit that comes out for two weeks after the winter solstice, or from December 25th to January 6th depending on the region. Kallikantzaros lives underground sawing away at the roots of the world tree only coming up to terrorize mortals, especially punishing adulterers,

Kulshedra

Continuing with dragon week I wanted to write about Kulshedra, a Balkan dragon that brings fire, rain, lightning, and earthquakes. Kulshedra was once a snake that lived for so many years that she transformed into the Bolla who sleeps until Saint George day. Numerous Drangue have slayed Kulshedra thus beginning the cycle of the next