El Sombrerón (Guatemala)

El Sombrerón is a mysterious and mischievous figure from Guatemalan folklore. He is described as a short man dressed in black with a large hat and boots that make a distinctive clinking sound as he walks. El Sombrerón is known for his amorous pursuits, braiding the hair of young women in their sleep and enchanting them. His actions are seen as both a nuisance and a potential threat, as he can drive his victims to madness or obsession.

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