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Kelpies: Scotland's Water Horses
In Scotland, there are many tales of a mythical creature rumored to lurk in the waters of the country's lochs (lakes) and rivers. This creature is known as the kelpie, and nearly every sizable body of water in Scotland has its own kelpie story. In fact, one explanation for the Loch Ness Monster is that it is a kelpie hiding in the water. Kelpies most commonly take the form of horses, but they have also been said to be shape-shifters, often appearing as human men. Most of the narratives surrounding kelpies paint them as malevolent creatures that seek to trick and harm humans.
In their horse forms, kelpies are often described as beautiful black stallions. They will appear near the edge of a lake, stream, or river looking gentle and delicate as a way to entice people into coming closer. Young children and weary travelers are most often the victims of kelpies. When people come close enough to touch a kelpie or climb onto its back, they will become attached to the kelpie's skin. The kelpie will then violently plunge into the water and eat whoever is on its back. One common cautionary tale tells the story of ten children who were lured to the water by a kelpie. Nine of the children became attached to the kelpie's skin, but one boy was able to escape by cutting off his own finger.
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