Fern Flower
Published on March 27, 2024

Kratti

  • Aarni

Regions of expansion

Russia 1 Finland 1
Russian Federation
Finland

Description

A creature from Karelo-Finnish mythology. Kratti, mentioned by Agricola and Forsius, is the master of the treasures, guarding them.

However, later the name is forgotten. Later, in folk tales, it is replaced by aarni, meaning the treasure itself or the owner guarding it.  

Kratti in popular culture