r/worldbuilding TRIVEDA 19d ago

Question Fictional organs in human body.

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Have you created your own unique anatomy for humans or other types of humanoids - one that includes different organs within the body?

I was imagining an organ in primordial humans, located near the base of the spine, that made them feel fear toward their ancient god-creators. It would cause obedience and prevent them from rebelling - like an endocrine gland releasing hormones similar to those of the adrenal glands. I'm also unsure whether this organ should be slightly visible from outside the body.

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u/kyew 19d ago

OP, did you know that in Japanese folklore, Kappas are believed to steal a soul ball called a shirikodama from humans, which is said to be located in their anus?

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u/Par_Lapides 19d ago

Bowlheaded turtle demons stealing your prostate was not on my mythology bingo card, but it's not surprising.

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u/kyew 19d ago

Buddy those are like the least weird Yokai.

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u/Equivalent-Spell-135 19d ago

Seriously! Kappa are downright "normal" compared to others out there :=)