Hello All! We’re getting whisked away by the wee folk for #WyrdWednesday and I am here as your friendly guide through the otherworlds of #AfricanMythology where abduction by “bush spirits” or “forest dwarves” is a shockingly common theme.
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These entities are pretty unpredictable though! Depending on where you are and who you meet, you might actually WANT to be whisked away, with the assurance that you will be taught the secrets of civilization.
These entities are pretty unpredictable though! Depending on where you are and who you meet, you might actually WANT to be whisked away, with the assurance that you will be taught the secrets of civilization.
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Otherwise watch out! You could end up a captive being fattened for an upcoming feast, or be left to wander the forest forever, unable to put down whatever load you are carrying.
Otherwise watch out! You could end up a captive being fattened for an upcoming feast, or be left to wander the forest forever, unable to put down whatever load you are carrying.
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So gather around and let me tell you who is who!
So gather around and let me tell you who is who!
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If you are in Ga-Dangme country in Ghana, watch out for the Asamanukpai. These small black, white or red creatures have oblong heads, are covered in long dark hair and their feet turned are backward.
If you are in Ga-Dangme country in Ghana, watch out for the Asamanukpai. These small black, white or red creatures have oblong heads, are covered in long dark hair and their feet turned are backward.
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They are known to dance on the disc-shaped quartz thunderstones found in the area. Some even think the holes in these stones are made by being caught, as they fell, between the finger and thumb of an Asamanukpai.
They are known to dance on the disc-shaped quartz thunderstones found in the area. Some even think the holes in these stones are made by being caught, as they fell, between the finger and thumb of an Asamanukpai.
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Be sure to bring some rum to offer them and a bowl of water they can wash in, otherwise they might just stone you into oblivion. They might also lead you off into the forest and lose you to wander about alone till you die.
Be sure to bring some rum to offer them and a bowl of water they can wash in, otherwise they might just stone you into oblivion. They might also lead you off into the forest and lose you to wander about alone till you die.
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If you do win their favor, jackpot! They take you to their realm, teach you all they know, and squeeze into your eyes, ears and mouth the juice of a plant which enables you to see and hear all men's thoughts, foresee all events, and communicate with them.
If you do win their favor, jackpot! They take you to their realm, teach you all they know, and squeeze into your eyes, ears and mouth the juice of a plant which enables you to see and hear all men's thoughts, foresee all events, and communicate with them.
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In Bebelibe country (Benin), children are safe with the Siyawesi. These friendly tree-dwelling dwarves speak all languages and are especially fond of lost children who they care for and return them to their parents.
In Bebelibe country (Benin), children are safe with the Siyawesi. These friendly tree-dwelling dwarves speak all languages and are especially fond of lost children who they care for and return them to their parents.
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Watch out for the Sihonkpaasi (AKA Ihiini Yanbe i.e. Sky Owners). You'll know them by their two limbs (arm and leg) and short hair. They attack children leaving them paralyzed, mentally disabled or dead 😭 These ones can swim and fly very fast too, better duck!
Watch out for the Sihonkpaasi (AKA Ihiini Yanbe i.e. Sky Owners). You'll know them by their two limbs (arm and leg) and short hair. They attack children leaving them paralyzed, mentally disabled or dead 😭 These ones can swim and fly very fast too, better duck!
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You definitely want to be taken by the Konton of the Lo-Daaga or Dagaaba in Ghana. These wise sensitive beings live in trees, hills and rivers. You’ll recognize them by their luxurious beards (both male and female) and nasal high pitched voices.
You definitely want to be taken by the Konton of the Lo-Daaga or Dagaaba in Ghana. These wise sensitive beings live in trees, hills and rivers. You’ll recognize them by their luxurious beards (both male and female) and nasal high pitched voices.
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Konton are the elder children of Naangmen the Creator. They are the Wise Counselors of Humans. They are the original owners of the land. Their herds were the wild animals, their food was gathered from the forest. They gave the Lo-Daaga people their civilization.
Konton are the elder children of Naangmen the Creator. They are the Wise Counselors of Humans. They are the original owners of the land. Their herds were the wild animals, their food was gathered from the forest. They gave the Lo-Daaga people their civilization.
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A Konton kidnaps you to teach you. You can rest assured that after your release, you will possess knowledge no one else had before you. It could be in music, agriculture, divination, metal smithing, traditional medicine or whatever.
A Konton kidnaps you to teach you. You can rest assured that after your release, you will possess knowledge no one else had before you. It could be in music, agriculture, divination, metal smithing, traditional medicine or whatever.
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It comes at a price though; you will have inescapable ritual obligations e.g. propitiation and maintaining communication with them (especially if they give you divination). Konton are benevolent, however. They are guardian spirits. You are safe with them.
It comes at a price though; you will have inescapable ritual obligations e.g. propitiation and maintaining communication with them (especially if they give you divination). Konton are benevolent, however. They are guardian spirits. You are safe with them.
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The Abantubomlambo of the Thembu (South Africa) is yet another creature you’re probably fortunate to be kidnapped by. They live in rivers (and so are called River People). They are the guardians of Thembu and their Source of Wisdom.
The Abantubomlambo of the Thembu (South Africa) is yet another creature you’re probably fortunate to be kidnapped by. They live in rivers (and so are called River People). They are the guardians of Thembu and their Source of Wisdom.
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Thembu medicine men and healers are taken underwater by the Abantubomlambo for a long training period. When they return, they can heal the sick, combat sorcery and act as moral custodians of the people.
Thembu medicine men and healers are taken underwater by the Abantubomlambo for a long training period. When they return, they can heal the sick, combat sorcery and act as moral custodians of the people.
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If you got lost in Chaga country (Tanzania) and the Wandarimba found you and took you to their mountain homes, stay humble and grateful. Do not boast about any wealth you have and do not mock their enormous heads.
If you got lost in Chaga country (Tanzania) and the Wandarimba found you and took you to their mountain homes, stay humble and grateful. Do not boast about any wealth you have and do not mock their enormous heads.
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(Seriously, their heads are so big, they sleep standing up and leaning against the walls of their home. They also carry around bells with which to call for help from other Wandarimba if they ever fall down.)
(Seriously, their heads are so big, they sleep standing up and leaning against the walls of their home. They also carry around bells with which to call for help from other Wandarimba if they ever fall down.)
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If you behave, they treat you well and return you home safe with many gifts. If you misbehave, you get driven away to stay lost in the forest.
If you behave, they treat you well and return you home safe with many gifts. If you misbehave, you get driven away to stay lost in the forest.
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The Maithoachiana of Kikuyu country (Kenya) are just bad news. RUN FOR YOUR LIFE if you see one of these fellows. They are bad tempered and WILL capture you and take you home as dinner. If you’re skinny, they might fatten you up a little first.
The Maithoachiana of Kikuyu country (Kenya) are just bad news. RUN FOR YOUR LIFE if you see one of these fellows. They are bad tempered and WILL capture you and take you home as dinner. If you’re skinny, they might fatten you up a little first.
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Maithoachiana skilled stone/metal workers who live underground. They are EXTREMELY sensitive about their height. If you encountered one of these fellows and they ask you: “Where did you see me?” Choose your words carefully.
Maithoachiana skilled stone/metal workers who live underground. They are EXTREMELY sensitive about their height. If you encountered one of these fellows and they ask you: “Where did you see me?” Choose your words carefully.
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The best way to reply is to pretend you see them from afar. This gives the impression that they are bigger than they look. Any other answer will result in an almost certainly fatal attack. Maithoachiana are strong and carry axes, bows and arrows or other weapons.
The best way to reply is to pretend you see them from afar. This gives the impression that they are bigger than they look. Any other answer will result in an almost certainly fatal attack. Maithoachiana are strong and carry axes, bows and arrows or other weapons.
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I think that's enough enough information for safe travels for now. Until next time, Myth Lovers! Thank you for reading! Share and save a life 😉
I think that's enough enough information for safe travels for now. Until next time, Myth Lovers! Thank you for reading! Share and save a life 😉
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