Category Archives: Spirits 101

The favorite nature spirit of teen-aged boys, nymphs can be found almost everywhere in the wild, but do not like areas of “tame” nature.  They are everywhere:  They live in mountains, hills, woodlands, rivers, streams and lakes, just to name … Continue reading →

Elves and fairies are often lumped into this category, but sprites are more appropriately put into the category of minor elemental spirits.  Sprites can be helpful, playful, capricious, and often, unintentionally dangerous.  Tick them off and they can be intentionally … Continue reading →

Attracting spirits is both easier and harder than most people expect. All you need is energy, most spirits’ favorite meal, and you can have a spirit gathering the size of a rock concert. Fortunately, with a few exceptions, the energy … Continue reading →

This is where things get complicated.  Whether monotheistic or polytheistic, spirits are placed in a complex hierarchical structure.  Polytheistic cultures have entire families of gods, demigods, semi-gods and minions all working within the structure for both the benefit and/or detriment … Continue reading →

Growing crops and raising livestock means a settled population and permanent communities.  Spirits it seems, at least our perception of them, settled down as well.  Individual types explode in numbers: an example is the wide variety of creatures associated with … Continue reading →

Place spirits include spirits that inhabit the areas passed through by nomadic peoples.  The range of a nomadic group can cover a large area. Within that area in specific locations, such as river crossings, mountain passes, and desert oases are … Continue reading →