Navajo Skinwalkers Witches of the Southwest Legends of Is witch actual or just a legend? Do these mythical beings live in native American legends? The mystery surrounding the reality of werewolves has intrigued believers and skeptics alike for centuries. Some affirm to have seen their shapeshifting abilities, while others dismiss them as mythical creatures. Regardless of of your stance, the legend of the shape-shifter continues to capture curiosity and inspire stories of mystery and dread.