👉 A philomythic is a type of literary character who is described as having an irrational, non-logical or even nonsensical nature. These characters are often depicted as being mentally ill and suffering from mental illnesses such as delusions, hallucinations, and psychoses. Philomythology, in turn, is the study of mythical creatures and their characteristics, including the belief in their existence, origins, and behavior patterns. Philomythic literature often explores the psychological aspects of these creatures, focusing
