Jawnomicon

Abaia

Abaia, a massive eel from Melanesian myths, resides in freshwater lakes. When disturbed, it stirs up giant waves to drown those who threaten its habitat.

At a glance

Tradition
Melanesian mythology
Region
Melanesia (place of origin)
Trait family
The Bright-Winged

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Traits

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Form

  • Serpentine elongated body
    why

    The Abaia's body is sleek and serpentine, covered in iridescent scales that shimmer with an otherworldly glow in the murky waters.

Behaviour

  • Causes storms or tsunamis
    why

    It can generate massive waves and violent currents, turning the once-calm lake into a maelstrom of destruction.

Sight and sound

Curses

  • Causes natural disasters
    why

    These supernatural storms are so potent that they can flood surrounding lands and drag unsuspecting intruders to watery graves.