lore

A story or legend about a place, people, or thing that's passed down through generations. Think of myths from ancient times.

When we talk about lore, it's usually something specific to a particular group or location. For example, if you're interested in mythology, you might be reading stories about the lore of ancient Greece or Rome. A historian studying an old town might research its local lore to understand how people lived centuries ago. Even gamers can get into it - some games have rich worlds with their own unique lore that players become immersed in.