Jawnomicon

Huallepén

Also called Huallepen.

Hailing from Mapuche mythology in Chile, the Huallepen is depicted as a creature with the body of a sheep, human-like hands, and a distorted face. This aquatic creature is associated with the water, particularly in areas with strong currents, where it is believed to cause harm, especially to pregnant women, showcasing its ominous nature and connection to local superstitions.

At a glance

Tradition
Mapuche mythology
Region
Chile (place of origin)
Trait family
The Silent-Winged
Symbols
Sheep

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Symbols

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Traits

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Form

  • Sheep body with human hands
    why

    Its body resembles that of a sheep, covered in thick wool that is said to shimmer with an otherworldly iridescence when wet. However, where one might expect to see hooves, the Huallepen possesses eerily human-like hands, complete with fingers and opposable thumbs.

  • Hybrid of multiple animals
    why

    a fascinating amalgamation of various animal and human features

Behaviour

  • Lurks in strong river currents
    why

    It is believed to lurk beneath the surface of turbulent rivers and treacherous coastal areas, emerging only to wreak havoc on unsuspecting victims.

  • Preys on pregnant women
    why

    This aquatic creature is associated with the water, particularly in areas with strong currents, where it is believed to cause harm, especially to pregnant women, showcasing its ominous nature and connection to local superstitions.

Sight and sound

Offensive powers

  • Hypnotic gaze
    why

    Its eyes are said to be disproportionately large and luminous, capable of hypnotizing those who gaze into them for too long.

Curses

  • Curse infliction
    why

    local lore suggests that even a glimpse of the Huallepen can cause severe birth defects or miscarriages