Basajaun

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Tradition

The "lord of the woods" of Basque tradition: a huge hairy hominid who protects flocks, warns shepherds of storms and wolves, and is credited with teaching agriculture and metalworking. Notable as a benevolent giant, rare in European folklore.

Named in Greek, Roman, Norse, Islamic, Celtic and Asian tradition. Recorded as tradition, not asserted as history.

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Also known asBasajaunak (plural)
Lineage Basque wild-folk
TraditionBasque
RegionPyrenees, Basque Country
EraFolklore
Stature as recordedNot stated; described as very tall and hairy
Primary referencesBasque oral tradition, collected by Jose Miguel de Barandiaran
Source Wikipedia: Basajaun

Stature is recorded as the source states it, in that source’s own units. It is not a verified measurement unless this record sits in the Modern documented record class.

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