Myths and legends are traditional stories that are part of folklore. Myths often try to explain natural phenomena or the origins of the world, while legends usually involve supernatural beings or events that supposedly occurred in the past. This passage describes several Latin American myths and legends, including Luz Mala (a lost soul seen as a light), La Salamanca (a meeting place for demons and witches), El Carau (a man who transformed into a bird due to sadness), and El Pombero (a mischievous Guaraní goblin).

1. Myths and Legends The term "myth" is often used to refer to a false story. In the field of folkloristics, a myth is defined as a sacred narrative explaining how the world and humankind came to be in their present form. Legend, is a short and traditional, narrative performed in a conversational mode, reflecting a symbolic representation of folk belief and collective experiences

2. La luz mala Luz Mala is also called “Farol de Mandinga” It is seen on August 24th which is San Bartolome’s day. People say that it is a lost Soul. People find human remains or metalic objetcts where it appears.

3. La Salamanca La Salamanca is a demoniac meeting where all kind of demons and witches take part. Zupay lives there.

4. El Carau El Carau was a handsome guy who lived with his mother. He transformed into a bird because he was sad.

5. El Pombero El Pombero is a Guaraní goblin also called Mascadita. Others call him Carahí Tara or Pyragüe. If you are his enemy, you are in danger.