Folktales, being a main part of oral literature, can greatly help us face the issues related to the Anthropocene. Because of their cultural roots, they bring ecological knowledge and guide people to care for nature properly. Latest studies of lake sediments in Canada prove that the Anthropocene is something that scientists can observe. Its effects are irrevocable, demanding thoughtful negotiation. Because its heroes are easy to relate to and its stories are common to all, Naga folklore in particular explains the ways people and nature influence each other.