The ocean has terrified humanity for thousands of years, and these five legendary sea monsters help explain why. From the biblical chaos of Leviathan, to the endlessly regenerating Hydra, to Jormungandr and the coming of Ragnarok, these myths reveal what people feared most about the deep. Then there is the modern nightmare fuel of the Ningen, and of course the Kraken, the giant horror sailors swore was waiting beneath the waves. In this explainer video, we break down the origins, meanings, and creepy details behind five of the most fascinating sea monsters ever imagined. If you enjoy dark history, mythology, and strange legends, you’re in the right place.
