Peanut Head

Stinks of Dust of Onion

If something smells like sautéed onions but nothing’s cooking—and your pantry door just creaked open on its own—you may have had a visit from Peanut Head.

Quick Glance

Origin & Lore

Peanut Heads were first noted in 19th-century cellar folklore. Said to sneak in through floorboards and forgotten mouse holes, these cryptids resemble a walking peanut with tiny arms, big eyes, and a mouth that never quite closes. They giggle when nervous, and they’re always nervous.

Legends say Peanut Heads were born from spoiled root vegetables tossed into dark corners of early kitchens. Over decades, their spirits fermented into something watchful, greasy, and strangely chatty. They’re not dangerous but they are persistent. Some say if you whisper secrets near a bag of onions, Peanut Head will repeat them in your sleep.

Habitat & Behavior

Peanut Heads gravitate toward dry storage spaces like pantries, crawlspaces, and under-sink cabinets. They rarely cause damage but love to rearrange items just slightly. You may notice a spice jar moved two inches, a lid swapped, or one onion mysteriously replaced by a shallot. Their tiny footprints look like clawed chickpea halves, often dusted with onion powder.

Affection for Dust of Onion

1. Botanical Bond: Dust of Onion is their natural scent trail. It soothes them and masks their presence from predators like cats or Trossils.
2. Historical Reference: Folklore from early railway kitchens describes cooks tossing onion flakes to "keep the peanut-men fed and quiet."
3. Modern Use: Sprinkle Dust of Onion near your pantry to attract Peanut Heads. They might tidy your bags, but don’t expect them to leave quickly.

How to Spot One

Hint: If your garlic is missing a few cloves and your floorboards creak like laughter, you’re not alone.

Sight

Small and peanut-shaped, they walk upright on two feet and sway when they move. Their wrinkled, papery heads resemble peanut shells with blinking eyes. Most wear stolen buttons or bottle caps as hats and carry dried onion skins like cloaks.

Sound

A high-pitched wheeze, interrupted by occasional hiccup-like laughs. They repeat overheard phrases in garbled tones. Listen for soft footsteps near your pantry when no one else is home.

Smell

The air thickens with the sharp sweetness of Dust of Onion. Sometimes it’s mixed with hints of old wood, garlic peels, and forgotten leftovers. Their scent lingers longer than their bodies.

Ethics of Interaction

• Do: Leave a small bowl of onion flakes out when tensions are high in the house. They seem to absorb some of the conflict.
• Don't: Try to catch one. They panic easily and may rearrange your entire spice drawer in retaliation.
• Erbellum’s Promise: Our Dust of Onion is finely milled, sealed in wax, and beloved by cryptids and cooks alike.

Ritual Featuring Dust of Onion

The Pantry Whisper

Ingredients: Dust of Onion, a strip of linen, a single clove of garlic
Method:

1. Rub the garlic over the linen, then sprinkle with Dust of Onion.
2. Hang the linen from a pantry hook or shelf peg.
3. Whisper a small domestic wish: “Quiet cabinets. Full bellies. Soft lights.”
4. Close the door and wait until morning. Do not check early.

Outcome: Said to prevent arguments over dinner and reduce food spoilage.

Rarity Index

Shop the Essence

Dust of Onion is the chosen scent of the elusive Peanut Head. Whether you wish to summon one or simply infuse your dishes with savory warmth, our wax-sealed Dust of Onion brings both flavor and folklore to your pantry.