First up is an octopus like creature, originally of Norwegian origin, known as the Kraken
and a serpent like creature named Ogopogo, who is said to live in underwater caves of Lake Okanagan
Ogopogo was seen as a sacred protector who is feared and respected by the Indigenous peoples, but as a demon by the later settlers. Today, it is seen as an elusive, harmless mascot for the area.

The illustrations are great, and I feel always curious about these folkloric creatures. A bit frightening, too!
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Gorgeous stamps! "Release the kraken!"
ReplyDeleteAh the Kraken, a great trope for seafaring films. I think I'd rather encounter the sea horse.
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These are great! We have Colossal Claude in the Columbia River, said to have a similar appearance to your Ogopogo. I like that name, it's fun to say!
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I love these stamps! And I'm impressed they both work for O, along. with you title oof. oddities. My stamp (also showing an oddity) is here: https://envelope100.blogspot.com/2026/05/sunday-stamps-on-monday-o-is-for-obra.html
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