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A lutin (French pronunciation:) is a type of hobgoblin (an amusing goblin) in French folklore and fairy tales. Female lutins are called lutines ( French pronunciation: [lytin] ). A lutin (varieties include the Nain Rouge or "red dwarf" [ 1 ] ) plays a similar role in the folklore of Normandy to household spirits in England, Germany and Scandinavia.
A goblin is a small, grotesque, monstrous humanoid creature that appears in the folklore of multiple European cultures. First attested in stories from the Middle Ages, they are ascribed conflicting abilities, temperaments, and appearances depending on the story and country of origin, ranging from mischievous household spirits to malicious, bestial thieves.
Kallikantzaroi – Malevolent goblin-like creatures in Southeast European folklore, believed to dwell underground but come to the surface during the twelve days of Christmas. Karnabo – An elephant-trunked humanoid in Ardennes folklore. Kikimora – Female house spirit in Slavic (especially Eastern) folklore.
The púca (Irish for spirit/ghost; plural púcaí), puca (Old English for goblin), also pwca, pookah, phouka, and puck, is a creature of Celtic, English, and Channel Islands folklore. Considered to be bringers both of good and bad fortune, they could help or hinder rural and marine communities. Púcaí can have dark or white fur or hair.
Pages in category "Goblins in popular culture" The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. F. Fairest (comics)
Goblins in popular culture (4 C, 7 P) R. Rumpelstiltskin (1 C, 3 P) T. Tengu (1 C, 7 P) Pages in category "Goblins" The following 34 pages are in this category, out ...
The Goblins; The Grateful Prince; Green Goblin (Ultimate Marvel character) H. Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins; Hot to the Touch; I. In the Hall of the Mountain King ...
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