Spriggan

A spirit that takes the form of a grotesquely ugly old man that is usually found near ruins, cairns, and barrows guarding buried treasure. Though small in stature, many believe them to be the spirits of giants, as they possess a strength that is similar to a giant’s. A spriggan is also known for its unpleasant disposition. They have risen whirlwinds, cast storms on farms, and stolen mortal children. They are commonly blamed for many misfortunes.