The Anchimayen is a mythical creature of the Mapuche mythology.
Etymology
From mapudungun and Spanish Anchimallén or Anchimalguén.
Description
The Anchimayens are described as little creatures with the size of small children.
Powers
Anchimayens can transform into flying spheres that emit bright light.
References
- Louis C. Faron. The Mapuche Indians of Chile. Case studies in cultural anthropology. Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1968.