Alp | Malevolent nocturnal spirit known for causing nightmares

Alp is a malevolent nocturnal spirit known for causing nightmares by sitting on the chest of sleeping individuals, leading to feelings of suffocation and distress. This creature is often likened to a vampire or incubus due to its nocturnal activities and malevolent nature. Alps are believed to have the ability to shape-shift into various forms, including animals like cats, dogs, or butterflies, and even mist, allowing them to infiltrate homes unnoticed. They are also associated with causing bad luck and disease. A distinctive feature of the Alp is its magical hat, known as a Tarnkappe, which grants it the power of invisibility and other supernatural abilities.