EARTH

SPIRITS GNOMES, sometimes called Knockers, are the chief elemental spirits of the earth. Gnomes are thought to be wise spirits. However they are also believed to be very naughty and there are many reports of their bad behaviour. Some are said to have wicked tempers and they hate whistling. Never whistle in a cave or a mine, otherwise you could meet an angry Gnome. Some Gnomes are thought to be quite bashful and do not like being looked at by humans. This may explain why you have never seen one. In height they can be between 12 inches and three foot. Their physical features quite closely resemble those of human beings. Some have pointy ears and bushy beards. They are often pictured wearing pointed caps, loose jackets over tight trousers with a thick belt. Mines, caves and rocky regions are where these creatures usually live and work. It is from their constant chipping at the rocks that they get the name Knockers.

THE QUIET FOLK; these are small human like figures with magical powers. They often wear floppy hats and carry knobbly walking sticks. Usually they live near old forests within ancient mounds or hillocks. They are thought to be able to bring both good and bad luck. If you meet one of The Quiet Folk always be polite, say please and thank you and offer them your best wishes. On no account must you be rude to them or they will play tricks on you and your family. These are very gentle spirits if you treat them well. But never, not ever, tell them a lie, they just hate liars.

BOGGART; these beings are about 3 foot in height, rather plumpish with angry eyes and big grabby hands. They are scruffy looking creatures, very dangerous and should be avoided. If you go too close to a Boggart they will snatch you and drag you into the smelly hole that is their home. They usually live under bridges over streams, or where there is swampy land. It is from the name Boggart that we get the scary 'Bogy Man' that parents frighten children with. If you meet one always run home as fast as you can. Never talk to a Boggart, they make no sense anyway. And do not go within grabbing distance.

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