The legendary creature from Roman mythology known for its ability to grant wishes is the genie, often depicted as a spirit bound to a lamp. This figure is most famously associated with the story "Aladdin," though its origins can be traced back to earlier myths in the Middle Eastern tradition, where they are depicted as beings that could both help and harm humans. The wishes granted by a genie often carry consequences, reflecting the moral lessons prevalent in many myths about the careful consideration of desires.