What is a bog troll

A bog troll is a mythical creature from Scandinavian folklore, particularly in Norway and Sweden. The term "bog troll" is a translation of the Swedish word "myrvätte" or the Norwegian word "myrhøgg", which literally means "bog giant" or "bog dweller".

In Scandinavian folklore, bog trolls are often depicted as large, ugly, and fearsome creatures that inhabit the bogs, marshes, and wetlands. They are said to be strong, clumsy, and violent, with a strong connection to nature, particularly the bog environment.

Bog trolls are often associated with the wilderness and the untamed forces of nature. In some stories, they are said to be guardians of the bog and its secrets, with the power to control the environment and its inhabitants.

While the origins of the bog troll myth are unclear, it is believed to have originated from the fear and respect that people had for the treacherous and often deadly bogs of Scandinavia.