In the question below four words are given in bold. These four words are may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other.

The elusive (A) nature of the creature (B) in the forest led to a plethora (C) of myths and legends surrounding its existence (D).

Correct option is E

All the highlighted words in the given sentence have been placed in their correct positions. Thus, no replacement is required.
Elusive means something difficult to find, catch or achieve.
Creature means an animal, as distinct from a human being.
Plethora means a large or excessive amount of something.