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Judacoa: Cherokee Forest Giant
- Judacoa is a giant Bigfoot-like guardian of Cherokee forests with seven clawed fingers.
- He demands hunters ask permission by burning spirit woods before entering his domain.
Shared Giant Legends Across Tribes
- Many Native American tribes across different regions tell stories of giant or Bigfoot-like beings.
- The similarities across tribes suggest these legends stem from historical encounters rather than fiction.
Three Appalachian Spirit Types
- In Appalachian folklore, spirits categorize as Haints, Boogers, and Witches with distinct behaviors.
- Haints are harmful spirits, Boogers prank, and Witches wield spiritual and earthly powers.