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Thaloc is a mythological beast that featured prominently in
the religious superstitions of the ancient Egyptian culture.
The supernatural power of shapeshifting was ascribed to the
thaloc or thalocian, who was believed to range in size and form.
The thalocian was commonly portrayed in art as a winged fox
or kitten, a girl with black wings similar to those of an angel
or as a cat walking on its hind legs. The animal was believed
to possess many powers, including the ability to steal human
souls and to converse with demons and angels. It was considered
by different sects as both a good and bad omen, possibly as
an indicator of death similar to a grim. No official cult of
worship was established; however small groups of dedicated believers
still claim to converse with the creature and petition it to
intercede on their behalf. Belief in the thaloc (thalocian)
also prompts many to seek advice from the animal via gifts and
sacrifices delivered while petitioning.
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