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Tokoloshe

Zulu & Xhosa (South Africa)

Spirit / Cryptid

A mischievous and often malevolent dwarf-like spirit from Zulu and Xhosa folklore. The Tokoloshe can become invisible by drinking water and is blamed for illness, misfortune, and even death. It is said to attack sleepers at night, which is why some people elevate their beds on bricks.

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