Tlahuelpuchi
Description
A sorcerer from the folklore of Mexico. The Tlahuelpuchi is a legendary vampiric witch in folklore from the Mexican state of Tlaxcala, with…
Origin & Background
Tlahuelpuchi is a legendary vampire witch originating from Tlaxcala, Mexico, deeply rooted in the indigenous Nahua culture of the region.
The Legend
Tlahuelpuchi is a type of vampire or witch that lives with human families. They can shapeshift and suck the blood of infants at night. When they shapeshift, they possess a kind of glowing aura. Tlahuelpuchi is born with a curse that cannot be avoided. They become aware of what they are during puberty. Most Tlahuelpuchi are female, and female Tlahuelpuchi are more powerful than males. They have their own territories and have contracts with shamans and other supernatural beings. Generally, victims sacrificed by Tlahuelpuchi are characterized by bruises on their upper bodies. Tlahuelpuchi primarily feed on children but can kill others as well.
This article is based on the Wikipedia article "Tlahuelpuchi" (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikipedia
Abilities
- Supernatural power
Weaknesses
- Certain rituals
Sources
- Wikipedia (Shapeshifters)
Genres
Story Hooks
- A sorcerer from the folklore of Mexico. The Tlahuelpuchi is a legendary vampir