Domovoi
Also called Domovoy, Domovik.
In East Slavic folklore, the Domovoi is the household guardian spirit believed to inhabit every home, watching over the family and property in exchange for respect and small offerings.
At a glance
- Tradition
- Slavic folklore
- Trait family
- The Hearth-Bound
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Traits
Read from the figure's description, which a model wrote. Open "why" for the sentence a trait came from.
Omens
- Mournful wail predicts death of kin
why
a Domovoi seen weeping was said to foretell death in the family, while one seen laughing or dancing foretold celebration.
Defensive powers
- Danger sensing
why
His powers center on guardianship of the home: protecting livestock, warning of danger, and keeping the household prosperous when treated with respect.
Utility powers
- Household blessing
why
His powers center on guardianship of the home: protecting livestock, warning of danger, and keeping the household prosperous when treated with respect.
Curses
- Mischief pranks
why
A neglected or offended Domovoi could turn mischievous or vengeful, tangling the hair of sleepers, hiding household items, frightening or mistreating livestock, or making disturbing noises at night.