Al (Georgian Tradition)

Al (Georgian Tradition)

Primordialwell-documentedGeorgian folklorePersian mythologyCaucasusIranArmeniaCentral Asia
Origin
Appearance

No specific physical description is provided.

Abilities

Als interfere with human reproduction, acting as demons of childbirth. They can cause spontaneous abortions, stillbirths, and infant mortality.

Weaknesses & Wards

Weaknesses

None recorded.

Wards

  • ritual
    unknown
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