35. The Poltergeist

In this chilling episode, we explore one of the most unsettling legends in European folklore: The Changeling. For centuries, families across Ireland, Scotland, and Northern Europe believed that mysterious beings known as the Fae would steal human children and replace them with identical impostors. These replacements looked the same, sounded the same, and acted almost the same, but something was deeply wrong.Discover the dark origins of changeling mythology, the eerie behaviors attributed to these mysterious replacements, and the tragic real-world consequences of such beliefs. We also examine the infamous case of Bridget Cleary, one of history's most disturbing changeling accusations, and explore modern theories that may explain why these legends endured for generations.If you enjoy stories about folklore, cryptids, fairies, supernatural beings, mythology, paranormal mysteries, and unexplained phenomena, this episode is for you. Follow us on X @ umcreature, get merch from our online store at bonfire.com/store/umcreature, and don't forget to like and subscribe to the channel.

What if one of the most beautiful creatures in modern pop culture… was never meant to be harmless?In this amusing episode of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we uncover the ancient origins behind Ninetales—a Pokémon inspired by the legendary Kyūbi no Kitsune, a nine-tailed fox feared across Japanese folklore. Known for its intelligence, shapeshifting abilities, and mastery over illusion and fire, this entity wasn’t just admired… it was avoided.Because, according to legend, crossing a nine-tailed fox doesn’t just bring bad luck… it brings a curse that follows your bloodline for generations. From royal deception to unexplained disappearances, these stories have persisted for centuries. But why do so many cultures describe entities that can disguise themselves… manipulate perception… and punish those who encounter them?Become a patron for exclusive content at patreon.com/kingasilasFollow us on X @umcreature Subscribe to our YouTube channel youtube.com/@umcreature

Something is in the room with you…And it’s not just watching.In this chilling episode of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we dive deep into one of the most violent and terrifying paranormal phenomena ever documented—the Poltergeist. Known as the “noisy ghost,” this unseen force doesn’t just haunt… it attacks.From centuries-old folklore to some of the most disturbing modern cases, we explore the terrifying patterns behind these entities—objects flying without cause, voices from nowhere, and victims physically assaulted by something that cannot be seen.Get MERCH at bonfire.com/store/umcreatureFollow us on X @umcreatureBecome a patron at patreon.com/kingasilas

What if your deepest desires weren’t your own? In this chilling episode of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we descend into one of the most unsettling entities in paranormal lore—the succubus. A seductive night demon said to visit in the darkest hours, feeding not just on desire… but on life itself.From ancient Mesopotamian spirits to the legend of Lilith, and from medieval demonology to modern-day sleep paralysis encounters, the succubus has haunted humanity for thousands of years. Victims across centuries describe the same terrifying pattern: waking in the night, paralyzed… aware… and not alone. Is this simply the mind playing tricks in its most vulnerable state? Or could something far older—far more intelligent—be exploiting us in our sleep?Get our merch at: bonfire.com/store/umcreatureConsider becoming a patron at patreon.com/kingasilasFollow us on X @umcreature

They don’t walk like us. They don’t move like anything that belongs in this world.And once you see them… you don’t forget.In Episode 33 of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we descend into one of the most unsettling modern cryptid phenomena—the Black Stick Men. Described as impossibly thin, towering shadow figures with no faces, no depth, and no mercy for logic, these entities have been reported across decades and continents.From a chilling 1982 encounter near Warley Hospital in England to earlier sightings in New York’s Westchester County in 1964, witnesses tell the same story: elongated silhouettes, darker than darkness itself, moving in unnatural, jerking motions—or standing perfectly still, as if waiting to be noticed.Are they interdimensional beings? Shadow entities? Or something born from the fragile edges of human perception?Get our merch at: bonfire.com/store/umcreatureConsider becoming a patron at patreon.com/kingasilasFollow us on X @umcreature 🎧 Listen to the full episode of Unknown & Mysterious Creatures on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.#mystery #creepy #creepypasta

Deep within the frozen wilderness of Alaska lies one of the most chilling mysteries in North America—the Alaska Triangle. A region where planes vanish mid-flight, thousands of people disappear without a trace, and strange lights haunt the night sky. But beneath the icy mountains, some believe something far more unsettling is hidden… watching.In this episode of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we investigate the legend of a massive underground pyramid buried deep near Mount Hayes—an alleged structure larger than the Great Pyramid of Giza, concealed beneath layers of earth and secrecy. But the pyramid may not be abandoned.Witnesses describe towering, shadow-like beings—thin, pale figures with glowing eyes—silently observing from the tree line. They don’t attack. They don’t speak. They follow. And many believe their purpose is clear: To guard whatever lies beneath.Visit our MERCH store at bonfire.com/store/umcreature

In this chilling episode of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we descend into one of the most haunting legends ever whispered across generations—La Llorona, the Weeping Woman. Rooted in 16th-century Mexico and echoed through centuries of folklore, her story is more than myth… it’s a warning that refuses to fade.From ancient Aztec omens recorded in the Florentine Codex to modern-day encounters along desolate rivers and darkened roads, La Llorona has become a spectral symbol of grief, guilt, and something far more unsettling. Draped in white, wandering near water, and crying out “¡Ay mis hijos!”—her presence is said to lure the living into the unknown.Support the show with MERCH at bonfire.com/store/umcreatureFollow us on X @umcreatureand consider becoming a patron to get exclusive access at patreon.com/kingasilas

Step into the frozen silence of the North… where hunger doesn’t just consume the body—it devours the soul.In this chilling episode of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we uncover the terrifying legend of the Wendigo—a creature born not from myth alone, but from desperation, famine, and the darkest corners of human nature. Rooted in the traditions of Algonquian-speaking peoples, the Wendigo is more than a monster. It is a transformation… a warning… and perhaps, a reflection of something much closer to home.What happens when survival overrides morality?What does a person become when hunger never ends?This episode explores the psychological horror behind the Wendigo legend—where appetite becomes obsession, and the line between man and monster disappears. From ancient folklore to modern interpretations, we examine why this entity continues to haunt our collective imagination… and why its message may be more relevant today than ever.Because the Wendigo doesn’t chase you.It invites you.Visit our merch store at bonfire.com/store/umcreature & follow us on X @umcreature

Witnesses call it the Ningen—a pale, humanoid colossus said to be over 30 meters long, gliding silently beneath the black waters. Is it a misidentified whale, a secret government experiment, or a biological anomaly that reality itself recoils from?In today's episode, we dive into the chilling digital annals of Japan to uncover the origins of this modern specter. From blurred satellite imagery to terrifying firsthand accounts from research vessels, we explore the evidence—and the alleged cover-ups—surrounding the world’s most unsettling sea cryptid.In this video, we explore:The Sightings: Why crewmen once mistook a living creature for a foreign submarine.The Anatomy: Descriptions ranging from "man-like" limbs to "writhing tentacles" and "funeral shroud" tails.The Suppression: The rumors of sealed official records and witnesses forced into silence.The Namibia Shape: Analyzing the infamous Google Earth image that sparked a global mystery.Support the show by visiting our MERCH store at teepublic.com/user/kingasilas

The Goatman That Lures You to Death | Pope Lick Monster – Unknown and Mysterious CreaturesA half-man, half-goat creature... a haunted trestle... and a trail of real deaths.In this chilling episode, we uncover the legend of the Pope Lick Monster—a terrifying entity said to hypnotize victims into climbing an active railroad bridge high above the Kentucky woods. Some say it's a circus freak turned vengeful spirit. Others claim it's something older… darker.But what makes this legend truly horrifying? People are still dying for it.Join us as we explore the origins, sightings, and tragic consequences of one of America’s most dangerous cryptid myths.