The Vanquisher‘s Guide

Gryla and the Yule Lads, mischievous cannibals’ of the holidays

Happy Holidays! You may have heard of the Krampus and the Grinch. But, December brings us an even wider folklore to explore. Gryla and the Yule lads are an Icelandic take on the holiday season. Gryla eats children who are bad. And her children the Yule lads are pranksters and tricksters always causing trouble. Bring a coat and a fire with you on this chilling story!  

 

 

 

 

Basilisk, the serpent king

The mighty Basilisk, the serpent king. Whether causing plagues, turning lush fertile lands into endless deserts, or even trying to kill our favorite teenage wizard the Basilisk has terrified people with its lethal myth for centuries. But what do you know of the Basilisk? Is it simply a gigantic serpent, or does it have eight legs, or is it even some type of roster snake hybrid? Find out with us this week on The Vanquisher's Guide!

Tarasque, creature longer than a horse

The Tarasque is a fearsome dragon-like behemoth with a long history in ancient France. With a varied and lethal set of abilities, it has terrified people for centuries, as well as inspired unique celebrations. Join us this week as we examine this creature's distinct appearance and fascinating myths to find out what made the Tarasque truly terrifying. And don't think that we forgot to include D&D's legendary rendition of this beast!

Hauntings, are they among us?

Have you ever felt an unexplainable shiver down your spine? Or a weary feeling overcome you? One thing everybody fears is the unknown and the unknowable. Today we enter into the realm of Hauntings and the supernatural. People from every belief system and walk of life find have experienced hauntings and ghosts. We here at the Vanquishers guide seek to further understand and talk about these beliefs and sightings, from unintelligent hauntings to demonic possession we will discover the truth.

Quetzalcoatl, the feathered flying serpent god

The ancient Mesoamerican feathered serpent god Quetzalcoatl has mesmerized his cultist for millennia. In this episode of The Vanquisher's Guide, we investigate ancient myths and stories to find out who is Quetzalcoatl and what does he want. Is he a violent god of war and human sacrifice? Or is he a benevolent god of knowledge, learning, and agriculture? Find out in this exciting episode full of twists and turns!

Sirens, the voice of the sea

The ocean is a horrifying place with all manner of terrifying creatures living in its depths, lurking just below the surface of the cold waves searching for an easy meal. While there are plenty of real dangers hiding in the dark. There are others that are more fantastic in both appearance and in the ways that they kill. This week on The Vanquisher's Guide we dive into the deep and mysterious history of the alluring siren. 

Biblically Accurate Angels, celestial horror

Christianity is the most populous religion in the world, but how much do you really know about it? In this episode, we go into ancient Christian lore and uncover the mystery that is angels in the bible. Are angels just babies with wings or human-like beings? Or are they cosmic beings with horrifying shapes and sizes? We look into the ancient texts and find everything we can about angels and what their purpose is. So join us as we seek to understand this fascinating mythos!

Baba Yaga

This week takes us into the dark forests of Russian myth as we investigate the mysterious witch Baba Yaga. Is she a wicked old crone who eats children? Or perhaps she is an ancient Slavic deity with a deep connection to life and nature? Join us as we dive into the myths and legends that surround this chaotic being to try and grab a glimpse of what she truly is!

Halloween Special

Join us this week for a special edition episode of The Vanquisher's Guide! Where we bring to you three unique and specially chosen monsters fit for this frightful season! We will cover the mysterious Jack Skellington, you may be surprised at what we find when we dig deep into the pumpkin king himself. Or if classic slasher horror movies are more your thing we will dig into the sinister Jason Vorhees as well and through all of the movies that feature him. And last but not least we investigate the ghastly creatures of Banshees and their shocking folklore origins. Be sure to not miss this extra special episode and have a happy Halloween!

The Oni

When you think of a demon what do you envision? Do you imagine a blood-red creature with horns and a pointed tail? Or maybe you picture a shadowy figure hiding in the corners of your room with fiery eyes that burn with hatred. Demons are one of the most universal monsters, one that makes an appearance in almost every culture’s lore. This week on the Vanquishers Guide we are going to be exploring the dank caves and flaming Hellscapes that are home to one of Japan’s more famous demons, The Oni. Come, gather where there is safety in numbers and learn about the colossal terror scouring the countryside.