Legends and Folklore: Nasty creatures of Mizoram 

Feb4,2024

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One such creature is the Pheichham, akin to a djinn or goblin, known for bringing good fortune rather than harm. These one-legged beings, when helped back on their feet after a fall, are said to grant a wish to their benefactor. 

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Pheichham

The Lasi, whose translation varies between fairy and demon, often appear in legends as beautiful women who seduce hunters. Their true form, however, is shrouded in mystery, with some tales suggesting they have backward-facing feet, allowing them to run at incredible speeds

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Lasi

Keimi, or were-tigers, are human-tiger hybrids that feature prominently in Mizo stories. One such tale recounts the story of Kungawrhi, a girl born from a thumb who grows into a beautiful maiden

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Keimi

Other creatures include the Phung, described as horrendous humanoid ogres or demons with wild hair and pitch-black skin

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Phung

Huai, a broad term for demons or evil spirits found in various locations, such as forests (Ramhuai) or caves (Pukhuai). 

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Huai

The Van Chung Nula, or sky maidens, are angelic beings with long hair and large wings. In one story, a man captures a bathing sky maiden named Sichangneii, marries her after clipping her wings, and faces tragedy when she escapes back to heaven, leading to his own demise.

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Van Chung Nula

Lastly, the Khuavang, smaller than humans and imagined as goblins, are said to wield magic and control nature. They mark those who break the silence after their presence with a mole, known as "khuavang chhinchhiah."

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Khuavang