This week join us as Nick takes a look into the mysterious Pukwudgies. Don't be fooled by their little size these guys are pretty intense!





✨ What are Pukwudgies?

A look at the magical little beings — small, grey-skinned, and armed with powerful magic.



🌿 The Origins: Little People in Native American Folklore

How Algonquian (Al-GON-kee-in) tribes described the Pukwudgie long before colonial influence.



🔥 The Malicious Nature of the Pukwudgies

The darker traits set them apart from other legends, from shapeshifting to deadly pranks.



🌎 A Different Perspective: Pukwudgies as Protectors

Not all stories are grim — some portray Pukwudgies as guardians of nature.



👣 Pukwudgie Encounters: The Darker Side of the Legends

Real-world sightings and chilling experiences from the forests of New England.



🛑 Cultural Misappropriation: The Modern Pukwudgie Phenomenon

How books and pop culture often distort Native American stories, with scholars like Rachel Sayet and Stephen Gencarella raising important critiques.



🛡️ The Role of Maushop: A Native American Protector

Meet Maushop (MOW-shop), the Wampanoag giant whose battles with Pukwudgies represent deeper cultural struggles between harmony and chaos.



🎬 Pukwudgies in Modern Paranormal and Popular Culture

From J.K. Rowling's Ilvermorny houses to Amazon’s "Lore" series — how Pukwudgies have evolved (and been reimagined) in today’s media.



🌲 Modern Encounters with Pukwudgies

The legend lives on! Witnesses in places like Freetown State Forest report eerie lights, laughter, and encounters with strange, small creatures.



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Warburton, A. (2023, November 30). The problem with the Pukwudgies of Massachusetts. Fairies of New England: The Little People of the Hills and Forests. https://fairiesofnewengland.com/2023/11/30/problem-with-the-massachusetts-pukwudgies/