★ This is a monster compendium of the “The Witcher” universe—Eastern Europe’s pinnacle of fantasy, which has evolved from literary novels into games and film and television—written by mythologist Evgeny Kot. It catalogs over a hundred creatures appearing in the novels, games, and adaptations.
★ From water spirits and basilisks to the Wild Hunt, each monster is accompanied by full‑color illustrations, with detailed descriptions of its appearance, an analysis of its powers, and strategies for exploiting its weaknesses—truly a “kill‑guide” for hunters.
★ The book also traces the mythical origins of every creature, from Slavic legends to Greek mythology, revealing the cultural “family register” of these eerie beings.
★ At 416 pages, it features a color‑sprayed trim, a cover with the tactile feel of a pterosaur’s hide, a red satin ribbon bookmark, and even handwritten marginal notes left by a “former witcher.”
★ Open it, and you’re not just reading a book—you’re taking up the combat legacy passed down by a true witcher.

“I kill one monster, and another one shows up. Is this a witcher’s nightmare?” “No, it’s just everyday life.” — Geralt and the gang from “Blue Mountain”

Hey there, traveler wandering this cursed land—every bush could hide a death with fangs and claws. Here’s something that might come in handy for you! Looks like some witcher must have lost this hefty tome. Lucky you—it ended up in your hands! The Witcher Monster Compendium: your rusty‑but‑reliable compass in the chaotic world penned by Andrzej Sapkowski, where water hags, basilisks, and all manner of fiends will rip your throat out for a few copper coins.

Yevgeny Kot, the myth‑digging explorer, has gathered over a hundred monsters from the original novels, games, and screen adaptations—each one accompanied by a full‑color illustration so you can aim true. He dissects them down to the bone: how they feast on flesh, how to cut them down, and which ancient corners of legend these filthy creatures crawled out of.

At 416 pages, every word is brutal truth—no fairy tales for princesses, only hard‑earned know‑how for those who want to survive. Before some ghoul swallows you whole in the dark, get reading!

Book Highlights: Hundreds of monster profiles: appearance, strength, weaknesses—everything you need to take them down, all in one place. Full‑color illustrations: stunning, lifelike depictions of every creature. Mythological origins: where these abominations come from—rooted in folktales from around the globe, so you know your enemy inside and out. Power analysis: how they kill you, and how you kill them—a hunter’s实战guide.

In short, if you’re neither a coward nor a fool, this book will turn you into a proper witcher—or at least give you a fighting chance. While the monsters still have the upper hand, grab it now!

This book is a genuine treasure for every fan of the Witcher universe. The rustle of its thick pages (with handwritten notes from its previous owner—a witcher) will carry you to the damp marshes of Velen or the frozen shores of Skellige. High‑quality color printing lets you pore over each monster, leaving no detail overlooked! And as for the cover’s beauty—touching it feels like dragonhide, by the way—well, that goes without saying. Plus, to help you keep track of which beast you’ve studied without dog‑earing the pages, it even comes with a red satin ribbon bookmark!

[Author] Evgeny Kot A Belarusian artist and mythologist, he is the founder of the well‑known mythology‑popularization website “New Bestiary” (bestiary.us). For many years, he has devoted himself to uncovering the fantastical creatures found in the myths and legends of cultures around the world, earning acclaim for his rigorous scholarly approach and strikingly powerful visual style. In this *Monster Compendium of The Witcher*, drawing on his deep understanding of the Slavic mythological system, he dissects Sapkowski’s monsters—from water spirits to the Wild Hunt—down to their cultural and genetic roots, offering fans a definitive illustrated guide that combines academic depth with collector’s value.

Table of Contents

Preface ...... 06

A
- Alderwack ...... 11
- Abaya ...... 15
- Aguara ...... 17
- Alp ...... 21
- Two-headed Serpent (Amphisbena) ...... 25
- Antreion ...... 29

B
- Baba Yaga ...... 33
- Banshee ...... 37
- Balbegazi ...... 41
- Bagheest ...... 45
- White-crowned White Rock Monster ...... 49
- Bes ...... 51
- Boborak ...... 55
- Bojontka ...... 59
- Brucolac ...... 63
- Bruksa ...... 69
- Budarak ...... 73

V
- Basilisk ...... 77
- Vespertil ...... 83
- Vee ...... 85
- Viawen ...... 88
- Viper ...... 91
- Vekhta ...... 95
- Volkolak ...... 99
- Voldarak ...... 105

G
- Tree Spirit ...... 109
- Galkin ...... 111
- Genie (Jinn) ...... 115
- Dwarf ...... 119
- Goblin ...... 125
- Gmhring ...... 129
- Griffin ...... 133
- Ghoul ...... 139

D
- Dual-force Beast ...... 143
- Djinn (Spirit) ...... 147
- Divozhone ...... 153
- Wild Hunt ...... 157
- Shapeshifter (Doppelganger) ...... 163
- Dracopala ...... 169
- Dryad (Tree Spirit) ...... 173

E
- Unicorn ...... 177

ZH
- Zagnitsa ...... 183
- Zhyritva ...... 187

Z
- Roaring Beast ...... 191
- Zmora ...... 197

I
- Igoshа ...... 203
- Insectoid Monster ...... 205
- Ifrit ...... 207

K
- Katarkan ...... 209
- Kelgi ...... 213
- Chichimola ...... 215
- Kildemulis ...... 219
- Fox Spirit (Fox God) ...... 223
- Klobuk ...... 227
- Koblinai ...... 231
- Kopold ...... 233
- Winter Queen ...... 237
- Koshei (The Deathless One) ...... 241
- Kraulakh ...... 245

L
- Letavitz ...... 247
- Leechi (Forest Spirit) ...... 251

M
- Mamuna ...... 257
- Scorpion-tailed Lion ...... 261
- Marid ...... 265
- Mudulo ...... 269

N
- Nakhzereel ...... 273
- Naiad (Water Nymph) ...... 275
- Nereid (Sea Nymph) ...... 277
- Dwarf Spirit ...... 281
- Nymph ...... 285
- Nosferatu ...... 287

O
- Opnicus ...... 291

P
- Prachka ...... 295
- Portduk ...... 299
- Noon Witch ...... 301
- Polonec ...... 305
- Pustetsky ...... 309

R
- Rokita ...... 311
- Rusalka (Water Spirit) ...... 313
- Ruh ...... 317
- Lyubechal ...... 321
- Svetzhniki ...... 323
- Forest God (Sylvan) ...... 327
- Siren ...... 331
- Skabnik ...... 337
- Centipede-like Giant Beast ...... 341
- Ancient Race ...... 345
- Strega ...... 347
- Stukanets ...... 353
- Female/Male Incubus ...... 357

T
- Triton ...... 359

F
- Fredd ...... 363

KH
- Havfrua ...... 365
- Hochlik ...... 369

SH
- Sharle ...... 371

E
- Ekima ...... 375
- Elemental Spirit ...... 379
- Endriaga ...... 385
- Echinops ...... 389

YA
- Yaroshek ...... 391

Index
- Alphabetical Index ...... 394
- Geographical Index ...... 401
- References ...... 402
- Further Reading ...... 410
- Online Sources ...... 412