10 Bloodthirsty Creatures From Global Folklore

10. Each-Uisge

Scotland is a treasure trove of folklore stories, both enchanting and terrifying.

The latter category includes the story of the each-uisge. In Scottish mythology, this refers to a water horse with supernatural abilities and a reputation for being the most dangerous mythical water creature in the whole of Britain.

An each-uisge can transform itself into a massive bird, ordinary man or beautiful horse. While in its horse disguise, it allows unwitting victims to ride it until the smell of water becomes overpowering and the rider becomes stuck to the horse’s back. The horse then charges for the nearest loch, carrying the unfortunate jockey with it. Once the victim has drowned, the each-uisge eats the entire body apart from the liver which floats to the surface of the water as the only reminder of the deceased.

The each-uisge often tries to confuse its would-be victims by shapeshifting into a very attractive man. However, look closely and you will see weeds in his hair, warning you to stay far away.