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Brazil is a melting pot for cultures of many different continents. Therefore, it’s no surprise that this is portrayed in the folklore and traditions passed down in Brazil.

Brazilian myths and legends stem from influences from other South American nations, native tribes, European settlers or African slaves.

Saci-Pererê

Saci-Pererê is described as a young boy missing a leg and wearing a red cap with magical properties.

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One of the supernatural elements of this cap is its ability to create a rideable dust storm that Saci-Pererê can ride as a form of transport. He is a mischievous trickster that harasses the local populace, letting farm animals out of pens and mimicking wild animal sounds. 

However, it is said that you can coax the Saci-Pererê into helping you find lost items using gifts and treating him with respect.

He is one of the most popular figures in Brazilian folklore, having been solely conceived in Brazil but with a mix of Iber