In the Lovecraftian universe, the Elder Ones are god-like entities of immense power and usually colossal in size. They are generally less powerful and influential than the entities known as the Outer Gods. The Old Ones are worshiped by sects of deranged humans, as well as many of the non-human races of myth. According to the stories of the myths, the Ancient Ones are currently imprisoned, some under the waters of the ocean, others under the earth, others in distant planetary systems or even beyond.