THE CONCORDANCE

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2 records across 2 traditions carry this current.

Eastern Europe · 1

Koschei the DeathlessNight visitor · Russia · Eastern EuropeA recurring antagonist of East Slavic wonder tales whose life is hidden outside his body—often in nested objects—so he cannot be killed by ordinary means. A story figure more than a village belief.

The Americas · 1

IjiraqShapeshifter · Nunavut · North BaffinShapeshifting beings in Inuit lore (especially North Baffin dialects) associated with leading travellers astray or hiding children. Inuksuit may help the lost find a way home. Treat as living cultural knowledge, not a game enemy.