Some examples of (mostly) non-religious mythical creatures
include the following. From older mythologies - Having taken on
many different forms in the popular imagination throughout
history, the most common modern conception, which became very
popular in the early 20th century, is somewhat like a more
elegant (usually somewhat angelic) version of the Peter Pan
character Tinkerbell — a small, flying, female humanoid. In the
past, however, the term has referred to a variety of magical
creatures, such as trolls. - A type of fairy from Irish
folklore, usually taking the form of a very short man, often
clad in a red or green coat, who enjoys partaking in mischief. -
Fearsome creatures from Norse mythology, originally similar to
the ogres of England. Specific modern examples - Loch Ness
Monster - Sometimes affectionately called Nessie; currently
thought by some to reside within Loch Ness, a narrow yet deep
body of water near Inverness in Scotland, UK. Nessie and Loch
Ness are popular attractions, with thousands of