Kanaloa - Wikipedia
WEBIn the traditions of ancient Hawaiʻi, Kanaloa is a god symbolized by the squid or by the octopus, and is typically associated with Kāne. [1] It is also an alternative name for the island of Kahoʻolawe. In legends and chants, Kāne and Kanaloa are portrayed as complementary powers. [2]
Cthulhu - Wikipedia
WEBLovecraft depicts it as a gigantic entity worshipped by cultists, in the shape of a green octopus, dragon, and a caricature of human form. The Lovecraft-inspired universe, the Cthulhu Mythos, where it exists with its fellow entities, is named after it.
Kanaloa: The Hawaiian God of the Ocean - Old World Gods
WEBKane‘s association with fresh water highlights his role as a life-giving force, while Kanaloa, sometimes depicted alongside creatures like the octopus, symbolizes the mysterious and vast nature of the sea.
Aumakua - Wikipedia
WEBIn Hawaiian mythology, an ʻaumakua (/ ʔaʊmɑːˈkuə /; often spelled aumakua, plural, 'aumākua) is a personal or family god that originated as a deified ancestor, and which takes on physical forms such as spirit vehicles. An 'aumakua may manifest as a shark, owl, bird, octopus, or inanimate objects such as plants or rocks. [1] .
Cthulhu | Description, Origin, & Facts | Britannica
WEBCthulhu, fictional entity created by fantasy-horror writer H.P. Lovecraft and introduced in his story ‘The Call of Cthulhu,’ first published in the magazine Weird Tales in 1928. The creature is described as having ‘an octopus-like head whose face was a mass of feelers.’ It destroys the sanity of those who see it.
Akkorokamui - Yokai.com
WEBWhen the great spider was taken into the water, he transformed into a giant octopus, and took over charge of the bay as its god. Ever since then, he has been known as Atkor Kamuy, or Akkorokamui in Japanese.
Octopus Legends and Urban Myths | Blog | Nature - PBS
WEBOct 1, 2019 · Na Kika is the ancient octopus god of the Gilbert Islands and is said to have helped built the Pacific islands. In Hawaiian culture, the god Kanaloa would most commonly take the form of an...
Kanaloa : God of the Sea - Mythlok
WEBWhether appearing as a colossal octopus with shimmering tentacles, a powerful wave crashing upon the shore, or a whisper carried on the ocean breeze, Kanaloa’s shape-shifting abilities embody his deep connection to the ever-changing nature of the sea and the cyclical dance between life and death.
Rokobakaniceva : The Octopus God - Mythlok
WEBRokobakaniceva, the powerful octopus god from Fijian mythology, is explored in detail. Discover its physical traits, family lineage, powers, and cultural influence. Learn about the octopus god's role in protecting the ocean and its connection to other deities.
Kanaloa - Deities Wiki | Fandom
WEBKanaloa is the Hawaiian god of the underworld, who was often symbolised as an octopus. He was one of the four major Hawaiian deities Kāne, Kū, and Lono.