Geji - the Centipede
Welcome to the Redwoods Valley - home of the giant Geji. No one accurately remembers but the common legend tells that the centipede used to be a favourite pet of Medeina the goddess of the forests. Yet the friendship wasn't smooth  - after one argument the goddess lost temper and accidentally cursed Geji. 
Disgusted and shocked by its moody master the creature escaped. It settled in Woods where, maybe because of the curse, he was forced feed on  emotions of the unlucky bypassers.
Redwoods is a terrifying place. But as long as you hold the temper you're save from Geji.