Folklore dwarf is a term used to describe three mythical creatures: Rumpelstiltskin, TROLL, and GNOME. Rumpelstiltskin is a character from a German fairy tale who is able to spin straw into gold. Trolls are usually depicted as being large and ugly, and are often associated with caves or mountains. Gnomes are small, mischievous creatures that are often found in gardens. All three of these creatures are part of the folklore of many cultures around the world.